Title: The Bear Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Bear Inn Hotel in Belper with a restaurant and a bar ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/3c2e071a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/f93c20e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/e0514b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Grand Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/99d4c982.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/abbec84d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Bear Inn serves a proper English breakfast to fuel morning adventures. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi throughout their stay, unwind with drinks at the welcoming bar, savor meals at the restaurant, and appreciate the hassle-free free self-parking. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 23 - Oct. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 24 - Oct. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=87333950&PinnedHotelID=87333950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Cottage | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/e0514b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle Living room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Double Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/7d990636.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Garden View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/b6547d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/014de185.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Grand Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334000/87333950/407b941e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Room ### Highlights Separate bedroom 2 bathrooms Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBelper-Hotels-The-Bear-Inn.h87333950.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBelper-Hotels-The-Bear-Inn.h87333950.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Belper is home to The Bear Inn. Cromford Canal and Matlock Bath Cable Car Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Peak District National Park and Derwent Valley Mills. Steeple Grange Light Railway and Crich Tramway Village are also worth visiting. [Visit our Belper travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Belper.dx180566) ![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%7C53.07111%2C-1.53264&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hgekc5G4pghOaLXtDEAFyxAk1yE=) The Bear Inn & Hotel, Alderwasley, Belper, England, DE56 2RD ### What's nearby - Cromford Canal - 6 min drive - 6.7 km - Cromford Mill - 8 min drive - 8.1 km - Gulliver's Kingdom - 9 min drive - 9.4 km - Crich Tramway Village - 9 min drive - 5.6 km - Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 10 min drive - 10.1 km ### Getting around - Whatstandwell Station - 9 min drive - East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 60 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Family Tree - ‬6 min drive - ‪Jeera - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Feather Star - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hope and Anchor - ‬4 min drive - ‪Black Swan - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### The Bear Inn Property highlights The Bear Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - English breakfast (surcharge) Room features All guestrooms at The Bear Inn include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping 9.6 Exceptional 171 reviews CA $138 CA $166 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=27369415&PinnedHotelID=27369415&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ## Room amenities ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 25 per person, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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, debit cards, and cash ### Property is also known as The Bear Inn Hotel The Bear Inn Belper The Bear Inn Hotel Belper ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bear Inn pet-friendly? > Yes, The Bear Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total). A cleaning fee of GBP 30 also applies. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Inn? > As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Inn on Oct 27, 2025 start from CA $195.0, excluding 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.ca/Belper-Hotels-The-Bear-Inn.h87333950.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Bear Inn? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Bear Inn? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Bear Inn? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Bear Inn located? > Situated in Belper, this hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Leawood Pumphouse and within 6 mi (10 km) of Steeple Grange Light Railway and Crich Tramway Village. Cromford Mill and Derwent Valley Mills are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bear Inn Reviews 7.4 ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 7.4/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff at The Bear Inn are terrific: it’s a family-run business and nothing was too much trouble. You soon will get to know everyone’s name a they will remember yours; it’s the little things that set a small country Inn apart from the bigger and soulless enterprises. Check-in was easy and, although we originally planned to stay for a couple of days, we were made so welcome, decided to stay for two more. Our day always started with an excellent and leisurely breakfast which really set us up for a day of exploring and visiting attractions. There is lots to see and do in the local area; you can dive underground into some of the local guided cave attractions, ride in vintage cars, trams and trains, or fly through the air in a cable car. Back at The Bear Inn and after a full day out, you can wind down with the delights of a superb and varied menu, all washed down with well kept ale. The Bear Inn is a really old coaching house, steeped in history; lots of small rooms with exposed beams and fireplaces, make for a cozy and comfortable place to stay or just eat out. So, the next time we looking for places to stay in Derbyshire, The Bear Inn is right at the top our list. ##### Robin Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Jul 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great pub and hotel Nice pub and hotel, good food and service. I would definitely stay again. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachel Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff and room was a little compact but had everything we needed. Breakfast was just fabulous and locally sourced. ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### S Sep 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely place to stay What a wonderful place to stay! The accommodation was just as described and delightful. The hosts were so helpful and friendly. Food was superb. We'll definitely hope to come back here again! ##### S Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### WILLIAM THOMAS Dec 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent stay at this countryside located hotel. Excellent stay at this historic hotel. Quiet, comfortable, well equipped bedroom. Brilliant breakfast - which was included in the price. Very friendly and hospitable owners and staff. We will be returning!! ##### WILLIAM THOMAS Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Highly recommended Lovely country pub, great facilities, clean and smart room. Good food choices and very helpful stuff. Value for money is 5\*z ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Philip Feb 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice, slighly quirky country inn. Nice contry pub, good food, friendly service, the room layout was a bit odd with a huge bathroom housing a bath and a small shower cubicle. The bed seemed to be oddly placed due to it's size and there was no side table due to lack of space, it was however good value. ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stuart Apr 27, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Turned up, the place was shut! ##### Stuart Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna Jul 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fabulous - new management Just stayed one night for my birthday and to explore the area. Really easy to find but out in the lovely quiet countryside. shops only 5 minute drive away. Really lovely friendly and informative welcome from Chris the general manager. Lovely clean accommodation and a fab beer garden to enjoy a drink. Breakfast in the morning was really good and all the staff were lovely. We were limited to a burger menu on Thursday evening but we were more than happy with the food we tried. Outside needed a little Tlc but the new manager has plans for this and are already doing great - I absolutely would stay again as its great for exploring that area. ##### Lorna Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location for a quite evening. On arrival the member of staff was welcoming and showed us to our room. I was a little disappointed as i had called the day before to ask for an upgraded room (willing to pay) was told it was sorted but ended up with standard room. It was clean but small and dont think it was worth the £150 per/night. The food on the evening was very good with big portion and after the starters the main was a challange. I was a little disappointed with seeing staff using vapes whilst in the bar area when guests are told that smoking and vaping is outside only. However overall its a lovely building and our stay was enjoyed. ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### mrs n Mar 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The property was good but we were asked to pay for the stay at check in when we had fully paid for our stay when it was booked through Expedia. Hotel told us Expedia will refund us the payment they had collected but we have had to go back and forth between Expedia and the hotel and have been denied the refund. Awful customer service from both the Expedia and the Hotel. ##### mrs n ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Mar 8, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Joke of a place Went to check in to be told that the hotel should have cancelled my room! They offered my one of their holiday cottages which was a nice cottage but the heating hadn’t been on. By the time I went to bed the room temperature had only reached 13 degrees. The hotel wasn’t even doing food so I had to go out for food. I didn’t dare try ask about breakfast so had to go out and buy this too. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Matthew Mar 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Chilly, cold and freezing Winter/early Spring clearly isn't the time of year to visit. The room was freezing and the heating didn't improve that situation much. I booked a room with a king-size bed (as I'm 6'4" and need the length), but my wife and I were provided a room with a double bed. The bar downstairs wasn't much warmer and there must have been some supply issues or something as there was a very limited menu. This place may be a lot better for an average visit, but I can't say much for mine and my wife's experience! ##### Matthew Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 17, 2022 Liked: Room comfort #### Good pub with rooms We booked a last minute Saturday night stay in a superior room. I paid full price with Hotel.com which in retrospect was about £30 too much, as the room wasn't really very superior, quite small and a missing slat on the bed meant it was a bit lumpy! The bathroom was large but fitted with a tiny shower and small bath which we couldn't really understand (also only got one almost finished loo roll!). However, the hotel's saving grace was the pub and food. We had camembert and fish and chips and both were excellent with good beer and reasonably priced wine. The cooked breakfast was also really well cooked with good quality ingrediants. Dont bother with the continental, it was amusingly bad. The staff were friendly but a bit inefficient. All in all worth a visit for the food and cosy pub atmosphere. I think it probably just needs better management and a bit of TLC ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Tom Mar 21, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Shuts unannounced Turned up to be told the hotel was closed. A man came and unlocked the door to tell me they had closed and I’d get a refund. I’m still waiting for the refund 3 weeks later. It wasn’t explained why the hotel was shut but I did hear a member of staff on the phone outside talking about ‘thick mould all over’, so maybe it was closed for hygiene issues. Looking on the comments on their Facebook page it sounds like closing unannounced/last minute and staffing issues has become a regular occurrence. I’d just like my refund. I had to may double my initial payment to stay somewhere else local. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/424CCA6964CD98EF9E7291B21979CC0F6FCE92CD1679430077474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tom Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Simon Mar 25, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Could have so easily been 10/10 The alarm bells should have been ringing when the day before the booking I was contacted by the hotel to tell me that there was an issue with the rooms and that they couldn't do any food. But the offer of being upgraded to a cottage seemed a good alternative which I accepted. It turns out that the cottage is currently the only accommodation available and after speaking to locals I found out why. The land owner purchased the lease off the hotel management team and in the 6 weeks since this has managed to run the business into the ground thanks mainly to sacking experienced staff, staff walkouts and having no business acumen. There is only 1 member of staff who does everything and has to break the news to people who have booked that there is no accommodation or food available. This poor lad made our weekend with his efforts to keep a sinking ship afloat and should a new management team get the lease he'll be a great asset. The locals are a great bunch if you get chance to talk to them in the bar but they don't appreciate how the place is being run into the ground. ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stephen Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Apr 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The Bear minibreak Lovely 15th century pub with lots of character and beautiful setting. Family run and they really couldn’t have done any more to help us and make our stay a good one. Food exceptional. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Sep 21, 2023 ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Sep 19, 2023 ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue Aug 14, 2023 ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jamie Mar 6, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service ##### Jamie Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Annick Dec 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Annick Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Crawley-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-London-Gatwick-Hotel.h6579.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Milton Keynes](https://www.expedia.ca/Milton-Keynes-Hotels-Novotel-Milton-Keynes.h892420.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Country Cottage private Indoor Swimming Pool ,Hot Tub, & Games room.](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon-Hotels-Beautiful-Country-Cottage-Private-Indoor-Swimming-Pool.h34047025.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Peterborough by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Peterborough.h281577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peterborough.h2928593.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Lumley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street-Hotels-Lumley-Castle-Hotel.h175571.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information)