Title: Franz Alpine Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=3190239&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Franz Alpine Retreat Motel with free parking, near Glacier Hot Pools ## Photo gallery for Franz Alpine Retreat ![Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View | View from room - Franz Alpine Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/f6dc5eed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV - Franz Alpine Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/69bb2e82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Courtyard view - Franz Alpine Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/4c932f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Franz Alpine Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/54be9cb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Franz Alpine Retreat (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/5f8fda78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Franz Alpine Retreat is steps from the Westcoast Wildlife Centre, offering peaceful gardens and a sunny terrace. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and proximity to the soothing Glacier Hot Pools. Helicopter and airplane tours offer unforgettable views of the alpine scenery. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Room service - Parking included - Free WiFi £95 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=3190239&PinnedHotelID=3190239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=3190239&PinnedHotelID=3190239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3190239&PinnedHotelID=3190239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3190239&PinnedHotelID=3190239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - 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743 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Chalet, 1 Bedroom ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/54be9cb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 1 Bedroom 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom - 742 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area ![Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/df2f8132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Courtyard Area ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for 2 Bedroom Cottage ![2 Bedroom Cottage | Living room | 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/0c52a05e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2 Bedroom Cottage ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan 2 bedrooms - 861 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/54be9cb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan 2 bedrooms Hairdryer - 743 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View ![Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View | Living area | 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/301ad74d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead - 377 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Unit, 1 Queen bed ![Unit, 1 Queen bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/e630b144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Unit, 1 Queen bed 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Chalet, 2 Bedrooms ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/d7131d20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 2 Bedrooms 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan - 743 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3190300/3190239/5f8fda78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Jag-Escape-Franz-Alpine-Retreat.h3190239.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Jag-Escape-Franz-Alpine-Retreat.h3190239.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.36268%2C170.20403&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=btSBexqBSO1cOVeCZN4Mt5DFYV0=) 2 Donovan Drive, Sh 6, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886 #### What's nearby - Lake Mapourika \- 3 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Westcoast Wildlife Centre \- 3 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Glacier Hot Pools \- 4 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Waiho Hot Tubs \- 4 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Our Lady of the Alps \- 4 min drive \- 3.2 miles #### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Alice May - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Franz Alpine Retreat Upscale motel near Westcoast Wildlife Centre Located close to Glacier Hot Pools, Franz Alpine Retreat provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and helicopter/aeroplane tours - A front desk safe and laundry services Room features All guestrooms at Franz Alpine Retreat include comforts such as free WiFi and room service. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and portable fans - Hydromassage showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 21-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Balconies or patios, fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Spa Studio | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623708/e5c90775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Glacier Motel Franz Josef Glacier - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry 9.0 Wonderful 728 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=9623708&PinnedHotelID=9623708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Studio, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107480000/107473500/107473492/d23cad5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier - Parking included - Free WiFi - 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Helicopter/aeroplane tours ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Built in 2008 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Room service - Toaster ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NZD 50 per day - Breakage deposit: NZD 50 per day We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin Franz Josef Glacier Franz Alpine Retreat Franz Josef Glacier Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin Franz Josef Glacier Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat Cabin Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat Franz Josef Glacier Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat Franz Alpine Retreat Motel Jag Escape Franz Alpine Retreat Franz Alpine Retreat Franz Josef Glacier Franz Alpine Retreat Motel Franz Josef Glacier ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Franz Alpine Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Franz Alpine Retreat? ### How much is parking at Franz Alpine Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Franz Alpine Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Franz Alpine Retreat? ### Where is Franz Alpine Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Franz Alpine Retreat Reviews ## Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 258 8 - Good 151 6 - Okay 46 4 - Poor 14 2 - Terrible 10 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.4/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 8 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We stayed 1 night here for our glacier flight. Very good and new accomodation. Easy parking at the door. Polite checkin. Comfy bed and warm accomodation. I would highly recommend this place. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nikki 17 Oct 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Was ok for our 2 night stay, had to pay extra for a room with a kitchen. Overall not too bad for a couple of nights but definitely wouldnt refer to it as a 'retreat'. ##### Nikki Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### jan 13 Nov 2025 Bathroom floor was filthy ##### jan Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very quiet, easy driving distance to Franz Josef township ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Overnight in glacier country Just a one night stay on our roadie down the West Coast to the snow, to check out the glacier and have a walk. Unit was as expected, new and warm. Was fine for our needs. ##### peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Value for money ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wee Ping 21 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place to stay ##### Wee Ping Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A good place to stay that is away from the city center but close enough. Great ability to see stars at night. ##### Jeff Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 7 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice hotel. Clean and modern. Fresh milk for coffee was a nice touch. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Large nice new facility. Loved it! ##### Carrie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D. Eliana 8 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice room, clean, comfortable, warm plenty of hot water, convenient for our plans. Although our accommodation was small we love the small details very nice. ##### D. Eliana Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay. Quiet, comfortable and clean. ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ming Shun Vincent 9 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Decent place to stay near Franz Josef ##### Ming Shun Vincent Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gladys 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff lovely ##### Gladys Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful mountain view. No nonsense room with just what you need at a great price. ##### Connie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn 25 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really nice & clean .a few Kms out of main town but short drive . ##### Glenn Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Judith 3 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice spot to stay We had one night at Franz Josef retreat -the room was clean and comfortable ##### Judith Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Louvain 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, comfortable, quiet and well-appointed chalets. About 4km from town so no hustle and bustle. Basic but not 'budget' as it felt quite luxurious for what it was. Stayed in the 2 bed one bath bracken chalet - can't fault it. ##### Louvain Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved our stay. Very quiet and close to Franz Josef shops although need a car to get there. Parking was excellent (next to the unit). Facilities were excellent - we made use of the washing machine and drying racks. Lots of info available at reception for things to do in the area. Comfortable beds and everything you could need in terms of cooking and entertainment/tv. ##### Katherine Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin 21 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very clean and staff were very obliging ##### Colin Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sung Eun 20 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great! ##### Sung Eun Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean and spacious Large 2 bed unit with beautiful views. A few min drive into town so would need a car. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 24 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, spacious room - 5 minutes drive to the town centre. ##### Lucy ### 8/10 Good #### Ron 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Located 5 minutes from FJ but a nice drive anyway. ##### Ron Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ong 20 Aug 2023 #### Beautiful snow Mountain View Very beautiful and nice place stay, viewing the mountains cover with snow. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/00419559B45CD6135DD985EB5AA0C58AC24222EB1692518870216.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ong Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Lusaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lusaka-Hotels.d2161.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Bahía de Tossa & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tossa-De-Mar-Hotels-Golden-Bahia-De-Tossa-Spa.h8120732.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Valletta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Valletta-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d2341-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Reykjavik](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reykjavik-Hotels.d6054688.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Liverpool City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-City-Centre-Liverpool-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-n6336703-0-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near All England Jumping Course at Hickstead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/All-England-Jumping-Course-At-Hickstead-Hotels.0-l6266684-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Bangor-on-Dee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-On-Dee-Hotels.d6343063.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Atlantis , Paradise Island, Bahamas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paradise-Island-Hotels-Atlantis.h71632290.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Amorossa with Garden View & Shared Pool by Konnect, Roda Corfu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corfu-Hotels-Amorossa-Village.h65345223.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Airport Transfers in Dubai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-Hotel-With-Airport-Transfers.0-0-d6053839-thotelwithairporttransfers.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Aparthotels Province of Florence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Province-Of-Florence-Apart-Hotels.d179893-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [The Royal Oak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marlborough-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak.h3552436.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Stratford-upon-Avon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Hotel-With-Connecting-Rooms.0-0-d5703-thotelwithconnectingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Starhotels Ritz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milan-Hotels-Starhotels-Ritz.h21978.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Shark's Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sharks-Bay-Hotels.0-l6069798-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Secrets-Royal-Beach-Punta-Cana-Adults-Only.h3206683.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Gatwick (LGW) to Monterblanc (VNE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/vne/london-to-vannes) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Crumlin (BFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/bfs/paris-to-belfast) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Birmingham (CVT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/cvt/london-to-coventry) ### Cars ### Packages ### General