Title: Tasman Bay Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel in Nelson with free parking ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/32dabe6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/f79416b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/08f08f74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Six Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/b145cb60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/c91f27ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in The Wood, Tasman Bay Backpackers offers a daily social hour and outdoor cooking facilities. Guests can use WiFi from their rooms or meet travelers on the garden terrace. The concierge team is praised for their helpful service. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi £40 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=5628857&PinnedHotelID=5628857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/ff543337.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/6cce1bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Queen Ensuite Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/8a84a463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Ensuite Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Private bathroom Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Four Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/abc5f49c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Four Bed Dormitory 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/3705dab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Six Bed Dormitory 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Three Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/a7784e91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Three Bed Dormitory 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5630000/5628900/5628857/5c0e40d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Garden Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Fridge Cookware/dishes/utensils Stovetop Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Concierge services, luggage storage and a front desk safe - Outdoor furniture, barbecues and tour/ticket information Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Built in 1987 - Communal living room - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Refrigerator ### More - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM) and Monday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 8:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, debit 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 credit cards Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit 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 ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Tasman Backpackers Tasman Bay Tasman Bay Backpackers Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel Nelson Tasman Bay Backpackers Nelson Tasman Bay Backpackers Hotel Nelson Tasman Bay Backpackers Nelson Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tasman Bay Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers? > As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tasman Bay Backpackers on 19 Oct 2025 start from £40.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Tasman-Bay-Backpackers.h5628857.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Tasman Bay Backpackers? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tasman Bay Backpackers? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Tasman Bay Backpackers? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Tasman Bay Backpackers located? > Located in The Wood, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Trafalgar Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Founders Heritage Park and Queens Gardens are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tasman Bay Backpackers Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 78 8 - Good 47 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### NORIKO 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were so kind and attentive, I had a wonderful stay. ##### NORIKO Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly clean, excellent facilities and lovely Staff. Really nice area too ##### Megan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very relaxed atmosphere. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ehren 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice staff and it's in a great location wihban easy walk to downtown. ##### Ehren Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsa 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All of our needs were met and we enjoyed the nightly option of gratis hot chocolate pudding and vanilla ice cream. ##### Marsa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great staff and social environment ##### Glenn Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ehren 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very helpful and accommodating staff. Very nice room and very clean. I loved the kitchen and dining room where you get to talk to all the guests who are on various journeys ##### Ehren Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce 24 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were great! ##### Bruce Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucille 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good atmosphere, felt safe and comfortable, warm and happy place loved the chocolate pudding! ##### Lucille Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felisa 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very friendly hostel, clean and tidy ##### Felisa ### 8/10 Good #### Glenn 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 2nd stay ##### Glenn Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ??? 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The best backpackers ever! ##### ??? Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorraine 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely friendly and welcoming stay We were going to be late arriving adter the ferry broke down. An email was replied to quickly and an envelope with access codes left taped to the door. Thank you. Lovely friendly and homely stay, staff were very gelpful and the chocolate pudding and ice fream delicious, thank you again. Good location, quiet but easy access to town. Would definitely use again. ##### Lorraine Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Patrick 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was as expected for this type of accommodation ##### Patrick Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maxima 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hostel was amazing. The atmosphere was really relaxed and it was easy to meet other people. Especially the chocolate pudding helped with that. ##### Maxima Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy 15 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers was great, the staff were really friendly and welcoming and the hostel was clean throughout. It’s close to the centre of town but very quiet at night. The nightly chocolate pudding was a nice touch and great opportunity to chat to others in the communal areas. ##### Amy Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Ursula 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This place was just fine for me, thanks. Only thing that detracted it is that the walls are very thin, so other people's steps, door-closings and conversations were all too audible, even through my earplugs! ##### Ursula Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisangela 19 Nov 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities After traveling long hrs we realized that check in was until 8pm. We were way passed that. Drive by to property and found instructions inside an envelope on how to go in 🙌. People staying there were very nice. Place was clean and very nice. ##### Elisangela Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricky 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is an awesome backpackers! Located 5 minute walk from town, well equipped for travellers, with plenty of additional thoughtful touches to promote a sense of community for those that stay. Out door hammocks, and garden seating areas, an indoor fire, comfy couches, an electric piano, guitar, a clothing trading chest along with chocolate pudding and ice cream served each night at 8, all promoted a sense of home away from home. Staff were friendly, efficient and the kitchen was clearly signed with instructions to promote a clean well functioning area. There was a lovely vibe and sense of caring amongst visitors. We loved it! ##### Ricky Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Evelyn 14 Apr 2024 #### Nice place but noisy The people are very noisy downstairs. The positive thing I can say is the place is ok and gardens homey and free pudding and ice cream but yes only good for one night stay coz of the people who stayed there longer are noisy. That’s the truth. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/06A0064FE176A52CC8BB86E7D7B0BA1189E70C371712523942248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BC74CD53E5B145A1A9BBCD505CFA34E0F462B7C31712523941684.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14BBA70AC91F4D6E1D172AF7CC70AC536667F9181712523942196.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B44F9DFC6E8F2CEFE7D2AD3E312A7CA53B370FF91712523941838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Evelyn Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Great Hostel This hostel is great. It's a little out of the way if you don't have a car, but the bus is only $3 from the airport and it's only an 11 minute walk. They have chocolate pudding every evening at 8pm. \*(for Americans, it's not milky, liquidy pudding, but baked "pudding".) It gets pretty cold in the fall/winter. They offer extra blankets, but I still found it very chilly. I really liked the communal spaces and the hammocks, love a good hammock. I think this hostel is probably really busy in the summer, but in late April/May it's less busy. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Evelyn 7 Apr 2024 #### Nice place but noisy main stayer in the hostel The place is ok but the problem was the stayer of the hostel they’re very noisy talking and laughing up to past midnight as if no cares in the world! The washing room only has a separate hot and cold water literally! It’s either you washed your face or hands with freezing cold or boiling hot water! You choose. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/06A0064FE176A52CC8BB86E7D7B0BA1189E70C371712523942248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BC74CD53E5B145A1A9BBCD505CFA34E0F462B7C31712523941684.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14BBA70AC91F4D6E1D172AF7CC70AC536667F9181712523942196.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B44F9DFC6E8F2CEFE7D2AD3E312A7CA53B370FF91712523941838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Evelyn Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Christina 14 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service Traveler arrived for check in 2 hours into the designated check-in time and was told that she wouldn’t be able to check in for another hour or so because there was no one to do it. She was exhausted and needing rest after traveling for 24 hrs, and wasn’t directed to a common area to wait, but invited to put her suitcase in a closet of some sort. She was able to check in 45-60 min later, and the space was fine. Just unavailable and confusing at a time when it would’ve been preferred to have the room and check-in process as described. ##### Christina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria-Sophie 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My second stay in this hostel. It was just as good as my first stay, lots of stuff to do, nice area to hang out, nice people and friendly staff. It is super clean and you get everything you need. The receptionist was very helpful, too :) ##### Victoria-Sophie Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Vibes, Check In After 3:30pm I stayed in a private double room before and after the Abel Tasman Track. I was able to leave my luggage in a secure closet at reception for free. The hostel felt homey and had a nice community vibe to it. I credit the friendly staff for that. Towels and bar soap were provided, at least for the private double room. The walls are thin so earplugs are recommended depending on how loud your neighbors are. Kitchen was well stocked, free coffee and tea, and of course the free chocolate "pudding" (cake and ice cream) at 8pm. My only complaint is that the Hotels.com confirmation said check in starts at noon (which already seemed oddly early) but reception actually closes during midday and does not re-open until 3:30pm. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Cartagena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cartagena-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d926-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Apartments Accra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Accra-Apartments.d280-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Ravensworth Arms Hotel by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-Ravensworth-Arms-Hotel-By-Greene-King-Inns.h10414480.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Karamboa - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Karamboa-All-Inclusive.h4813332.Hotel-Information) > > [The House, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paynes-Bay-Hotels-The-House-By-Elegant-Hotels-Adults-Only.h870985.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Basingstoke-Hotels-The-Hampshire-Court-Hotel.h430158.Hotel-Information) > > [Zante Pantheon Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos-Hotels-Zante-Pantheon-Hotel.h3673161.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pheasant Hotel, Holt, Norfolk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holt-Hotels-The-Pheasant-Hotel.h27231562.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bugle Coaching Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yarmouth-Hotels-The-Bugle-Coaching-Inn.h5769317.Hotel-Information) > > [Krizantem Hotel - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanya-Hotels-Krizantem-Hotel-All-Inclusive.h9434577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Warwick North M40](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Warwick-North-M40.h431547.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Nashville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Nashville-Nashville-Hotels.0-n6059741-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Cleckheaton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cleckheaton-Hotels.d6084785.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [remm Tokyo Kyobashi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tokyo-Hotels-Remm-Tokyo-Kyobashi.h29086614.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near St Bartholomew's Hospital](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Bartholomews-Hospital-Hotels.0-l553248621532492787-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Mombasa (MBA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/mba/newcastle-to-mombasa) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Antalya (AYT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/ayt/edinburgh-to-antalya) > > [Flights from Cardiff (CWL) to Crumlin (BFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cwl/bfs/cardiff-to-belfast) ### Cars > [Car hire in Rodrigues Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rodrigues-Island.d3034.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Killiecrankie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Killiecrankie.d553248634834283787.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Maratea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Maratea.d55364.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Cala Tarida Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cala-Tarida.d6048074.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Santa Eulalia del Rio Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Eulalia-Del-Rio.d5761.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Solos Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Solos.d3000739100.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Annan Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Annan.d5581.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Hetton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hetton.dx3000389434) > > [Visit Holland Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Holland-Park.dx6144892)