Title: Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3798&destination=Wellington%2C+Greater+Wellington%2C+New+Zealand&selected=4977579&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Wellington's Pipitea neighborhood offers a comfortable base near the business district with friendly drinks, convenient express check-out, and central location ## Photo gallery for Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers ![Breakfast area - Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/b8b61304.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/caa57dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/64352e6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/1bae1795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (Wellington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/99a70f9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers in Pipitea is minutes from Wellington's center. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, evening drinks at the bar, or local dishes at the restaurant. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and the staff offers city exploration guidance. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry room - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £36 includes taxes & fees 17 Apr - 18 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 23 of 23 rooms ### View all photos for Double Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/f496d5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Ensuite 8.0 Very good 27 reviews - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/71fbbaee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Single (Shared Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/81b58462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single (Shared Bathroom) 8.6 Excellent 18 reviews - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/94edc7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom) - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/fb5acf80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds) - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/fb5acf80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/e1e562ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds) 8.0 Very good 1 review - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/2558ee2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only) - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Twin, Double & Single Ensuite ![Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/c80a8070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin, Double & Single Ensuite 8.4 Very good 18 reviews - 248 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/f496d5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Shared Bathroom 7.6 Good 4 reviews - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/81b58462.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Ensuite 8.2 Very good 15 reviews - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/2558ee2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Double Room with Private Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/61bb93ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room with Private Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Twin Double&Single Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/cba4c34a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Double&Single Ensuite - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Ensuite Twin Room ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/c3542c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Ensuite Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Single Room With Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/ff38eb93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room With Bathroom - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Double Room with Shared Bathroom ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/69f024e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room with Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Single Room with Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/74fc80fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room with Shared Bathroom - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/d8a247a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory 8.0 Very good 1 review - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/d8a247a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory - 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[Visit our Wellington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington.dx6127327) [View more Hostels in Wellington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hostels.d6127327-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-41.28019%2C174.78015&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SNHO6RVKlKW6miHT632Hjksb1uI=) 1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington, 6011 ### What's nearby - ![Nice city, worth a visit for a day or three](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/e40e42e3-d79d-4cc8-9461-93a6f74388ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wellington Central Business District 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Found on a walk down Willis Street, Wellington the morning after experiencing The World of Wearable Arts show.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/0e699c3f-cbf6-4566-adc9-0be2e8bc0f78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lambton Quay 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Beehive which includes modern architecture and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108406/2dac0562-048a-4b42-9061-75d7ad2f44d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beehive 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Wellington Parliament featuring flowers, a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219566/32f0682b-a9e8-4e83-8b91-8aed2f70246b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) New Zealand Parliament Buildings 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108384/c2d3b2f3-2e8e-4f8b-982b-29ed95a6d3aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sky Stadium 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Wellington Station 1 min walk - Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Mojo Featherston 2 min walk - Concorde Café 5 min walk - Coffee Supreme Midland Park 6 min walk - Trax Cafe & Bar 2 min walk - Master Kong 4 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Hostel near Interislander Ferry Terminal You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Express check-out, a front desk safe and a lift - A vending machine, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property - A 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location Room features All 108 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property. 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Front entrance ramp - Lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Art Deco architecture - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### More - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: NZD 10 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Late check-out fee: NZD 10 (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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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. ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Downtown Backpackers Downtown Backpackers Hostel Downtown Backpackers Hostel Wellington Downtown Backpackers Wellington Hotel Waterloo Backpackers Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Wellington Hotel Waterloo Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers) Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers? ### How much is parking at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers? ### Where is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews 7.6 ### 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) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 243 8 - Good 407 6 - Okay 220 4 - Poor 72 2 - Terrible 58 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff 17 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Good basic place to stay. Handy to train and ferry terminals plus airport bus. ##### Jeff Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 26 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness I had a late check-in after coming in on the 1am ferry and the staff were so friendly and nice! would recommend 100% ##### Jessica Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Natkrita 1 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities The lady staff is really helpful and kind. Kitchen is clean and tidy compared to the age of building. ##### Natkrita Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was perfect, quiet, clean, simple. Great value for money. Will book again. ##### Jane Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rosemary 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Cleaners were friendly and helpful. ##### Rosemary Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### CLAIRE 4 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness This rating is based on the balance of price and amenities. The room and ensuite were clean, if a little tired. The WiFi was not 100% reliable. I appreciated the tea/coffee facilities in the room. I did not make use of the communal areas. Very conveniently located for the train station and Bluebridge Ferry to Picton. ##### CLAIRE Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Joe 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Convenient, central location. ##### Joe Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### KAREN 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to all shopping needs ##### KAREN Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were lovely. Accommodation was average but i was solo travelling so for price i couldnt complain. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katina 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I have stayed 3 times. I enjoyed the whole stay. Loved the views from recent stays. Look forward to staying again ##### Katina Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### L M 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very clean room. Nice to have tea-making facilities and microwave. Staff always wonderful here. ##### L M Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamaica 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. The place felt welcoming from the start. Solid facilities, and genuinely warm, attentive staff all contributed to a relaxed and pleasant experience. ##### Jamaica Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Gordon 3 Oct 2025 A 2 star hotel so it's a bit old and tired, but has comfortable beds and hot showers. Close to public transport, eateries and within walking distance of the CBD ##### Gordon Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Kathryn 28 Nov 2025 Liked: Staff & service We were able to check in late (our boat docked at 1am) felt save with a buzzer entry. Room was basic but fine. Windows were okd so a fair bit of street noise was present all night ##### Kathryn Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### gaelle 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort You get what you pay for. That said, great location. ##### gaelle Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trish 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Customer service was excellent - ensuite room clean and warm - close to train and BlueBridge ferry. Perfect, thank you. ##### Trish Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Dawn 15 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room with broken window so very cold. In need of an update. Staff all friendly and helpful. Great location. Fridge and microwave and kettle in room plus shared kitchen ##### Dawn Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Elise 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities The room was very clean and well laid out. The cleaning staff that I bumped into in the hall were so lovely. I wouldn’t recommend this place for someone that is a light-sleeper - as the building is very old, the sound proofing on the windows is non-existent so you can hear everything from the road below. ##### Elise Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### BRAD 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Very reasonable rates. Rooms were great and such an excellent location. ##### BRAD Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities stayed here a couple of times. It's convenient to the train station. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Krolle 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff and good value for money. ##### Krolle Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mau 8 Jan 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Location amd friendly staff ##### Mau Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MISAKI 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was comfortable. ##### MISAKI Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place with friendly staff and clean private rooms. ##### Taylor Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### doris 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice room, clean, everything I needed was there :) ##### doris Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [B&B Corsham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corsham-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d182498-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Malaika Luxury Camp Seronera Serengeti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Serengeti-Hotels-Malaika-Luxury-Camp-Seronera-Serengeti.h96764731.Hotel-Information) > - [Karinna Hotel Uludag](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bursa-Hotels-Karinna-Hotel-Uludag.h20193507.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Père Lachaise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pere-Lachaise-Paris-Hotels.0-n6053858-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels in La Tosca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Tosca-Hotels.d6228776.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Hotels in South Rhodes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Rhodes-Hotels.d6143165.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Boyne View House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boyne-View-House.h39555467.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Carnaby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnaby-London-Hotels.0-n553248635976381125-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Apartments Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Apartments.d6048672-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Naumi Hotel Wellington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Q-Hotel.h1797016.Hotel-Information) > - [Hanioti Village Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kassandra-Hotels-Hanioti-Village-Resort.h3584925.Hotel-Information) > - [Mövenpick Hotel Wellington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-Grand-Mercure-Wellington.h46417.Hotel-Information) > - [greeneking Hotels in Dundee](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Greene-King.0-0-d1036--bGreeneKing.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels in Tuscany](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Tuscany.d601686.Hotel-Destinations) > - [Wadi Rum Desert Dunes Luxury Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wadi-Rum-Hotels-Wadi-Rum-Desert-Dunes-Luxury-Camp.h100156223.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Padworth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Padworth-Hotels.d6053718.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > - [Flights from El Prat de Llobregat (BCN) to Limoges (LIG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bcn/lig/barcelona-to-limoges) > - [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Sarajevo (SJJ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/sjj/liverpool-to-sarajevo) ### Cars ### Packages > - [Latvia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/97/Latvia) > - [Saariselka Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saariselka.d500389.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Holiday Rentals > - [Mirfield Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mirfield-Holiday-Rentals.d6025787.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > - [Visit Pollington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pollington.dx6337631) ---