Title: Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District 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) # Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and free valet parking ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/14ee8261.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free valet parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/3f436e0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/e600742c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite Belford | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/811a9dcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/d9f09c85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Balmoral Hotel in San José's Historic District offers free breakfast and international dishes at EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL. Guests can shop on-site designer stores, visit two coffee shops, and enjoy in-room WiFi. Visitors appreciate the quality dining options and attentive staff. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - - Bar - Gym - Room service £89 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 8 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 9 - Nov 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=19255&PinnedHotelID=19255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 11 of 11 rooms ![Deluxe | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/b50683b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe 8.0 Very good 15 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Microwave Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - 409 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Standard Room (Plus) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/e158b41a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room (Plus) 7.8 Good 30 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2014 Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hairdryer Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Flat-panel TV - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Plus | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/a8c03074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Plus 8.0 Very good 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hairdryer Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Microwave - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Plus | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/43e536cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Plus 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Balcony Soundproofed rooms Individually furnished Individually decorated Air-conditioning Hair dryer - 409 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/5bbfa947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 409 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/575d9ac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Presidential Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Soundproofed rooms Individually furnished Individually decorated Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom - 861 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/ccef8bd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Soundproofed rooms Individually furnished Individually decorated Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom - 969 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - City view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds ![Superior | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/69ad411e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior 8.6 Excellent 21 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Suite Gales | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/00e28ce1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite Gales ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Soundproofed rooms Individually furnished Individually decorated Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom - 527 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Suite 514 | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19300/19255/86bbcdd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite 514 ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Soundproofed rooms Individually furnished Individually decorated Air-conditioning Hair dryer Private bathroom - 428 sq ft - 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The on-site international cuisine restaurant, EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free valet parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and a computer station - Concierge services, multilingual staff and a lift - Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff Room features All 119 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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28 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=9426098&PinnedHotelID=9426098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free secured, covered valet parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM - 2 coffee shops/cafes - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Designer stores - Shopping ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - 7 meeting rooms - Computer station - Conference centre (5,909 square foot of space) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 1 building - 7 floors - Art Deco architecture - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Banquet hall - Built in 1955 - Double-glazed windows - Reception hall - Smoke-free property - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 7 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way) - Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay - Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Balmoral Hotel Balmoral Hotel San Jose Balmoral San Jose Hotel Balmoral ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District? > As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District on 6 Dec 2025 start from £89.26, 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/San-Jose-Hotels-Balmoral-Hotel.h19255.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District? > Valet parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District? > Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Does Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District located? > Located in Carmen, this hotel is steps away from Pre-Colombian Gold Museum, Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater. Morazan Park and Jade Museum are also within 5 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 410 8 - Good 308 6 - Okay 162 4 - Poor 62 2 - Terrible 58 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.4/10 Staff & service ### 7.6/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Montgomery 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our short stay ##### Montgomery Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place in a good location, friendly staff. ##### DAVID Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Helpful professional staff. Clean and well appointed room. Reasonable pet fee. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel was nice clean and quiet, i enjoyed the dinning area very spacious and clean ##### Sonia ### 8/10 Good #### malcolm 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very good location for exploring central San Jose. Value for money hotel. ##### malcolm Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yancin 17 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was an amazing hotel love it ##### Yancin Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay It was amazing place to stay at ##### Wayne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Candy 28 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is in the central of the downtown, the location is good. Staffs are very friendly and nice. ##### Candy Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabio 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well situated and comfortable ##### Fabio Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I love the location and architecture of the hotel. Staff wass amazing and bilingual, which helped as I speak "un poquito Español" ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location, great service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mia 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We only stayed for two nights and it was a comfortable stay after a late flight. Very close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Staff were friendly too. Rooms were clean, breakfast was good. A/C and TV were good. ##### Mia Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lawrence 2 Jul 2025 Had 2 upgrade my room ##### Lawrence Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sharon 28 Mar 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Good hotel, slightly tired rooms and decor Staff good and restaurant good and good location to explore the city ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lemiel 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is centrally located and near walking distance to all major places in San Jose. The staff is wonderful and the breakfast is very good. ##### Lemiel Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kali 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very easy check in. Rooms were clean and staff were so nice! Dinner at hotel was delicious. ##### Kali Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Baltimore is a wonderful place to stay. It has modern conveniences with local flare. It is central located and has a great restaurant. Thw staff is AMAZING . ##### James Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Our stay was wonderful, nice and quiet place to stay, well kept up with throughout the hotel, food was delicious, staff was so nice and helpful. Definitely coming back ##### Angela Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jane 29 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a nicer hotel in the area. Staff was exceptional. Food was very good as well. ##### jane Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was fantastic. Our room was good. The restaurant on this property was just perfect. Food was perfect. We were here 5 nights museums are walkable. Easy to catch a tour here. We would come back. A real gem. ##### Katherine Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marie-Josée 24 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff friendly but food for breakfast could be better ##### Marie-Josée Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Millicent 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location. Bad WIFI. breakfast poor. ##### Millicent Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 15 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The inclusion of the El Patio restaurant was a good plus. I had been there 3 yrs ago to the restaurant but didn't know of the hotel The secure electronic key cards were a good feature. ##### Robert Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynette 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I love the property and the location but my favorite thing about this property is the staff. So professional, friendly and kind. Really made my stay enjoyable. I love the restaurant, El Patio. The food is fresh and delicious, but again, the staff stands out, especially Marlon, who went above and beyond to make sure I had an amazing dining experience. Thank you so much, Marlon, El Patio and Balmoral Hotel. ##### Lynette Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norm 6 Feb 2024 Liked: Amenities Staff was very helpful and friendly. Great job to them. ##### Norm Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Presidente](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Presidente.h1126992.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tokyo-Hotels-The-Kanzashi-Tokyo-Asakusa.h68338090.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Morocco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Morocco-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d122-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels near Mudeford Quay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mudeford-Quay-Hotels.0-l553248621555744002-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Boracay Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boracay-Island-Hotels.d601371.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ona Las Brisas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yaiza-Hotels-Ona-Las-Brisas.h9746983.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-San-Jose-Costa-Rica-Airport.h2303711.Hotel-Information) > > [Barceló San José](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Barcelo-San-Jose.h788912.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Krabi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Krabi-Hotels.s50-0-d602231.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Llandudno Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Regency-Royal-Hotel.h11063174.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d5463--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [D Sabana Hotel San José](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-San-Jose.h5552804.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-San-Jose-La-Sabana.h10579877.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-The-Westin-Dubai-Mina-Seyahi-Beach-Resort-Marina.h1938669.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Grano de Oro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Grano-De-Oro.h994383.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Nashville (BNA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/bna/manchester-to-nashville) > > [Luxair London (LCY) to Niederanven (LUX) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/luxair-from-london-city-to-findel/lg/lcy/lux) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Edinburgh (EDI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/edi/paris-to-edinburgh) > > [Flights from Christchurch (BOH) to Prague (PRG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/boh/prg/bournemouth-to-prague) ### Cars > [Hertz Car Rentals In Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-Heathrow.d5392460-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car hire in Germany](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Germany.d64.Car-Hire-Destinations) > > [Hertz Car Rentals In York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-York.d5489-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-York.d5489.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Cozumel Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cozumel.d180033.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Maui Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maui.d180073.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Barbados](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/16/Barbados) > > [Turks and Caicos Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Turks-And-Caicos.d184.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [San Francisco Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.d178305.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Bucksburn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Bucksburn.dx6054176)