Title: The Sands Hotel - 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 Sands Hotel Hotel in Burray with free breakfast and a restaurant ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/edb9b2d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d0318623.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/49ad3961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d9d18cc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/9a873c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers feel at home at The Sands Hotel with attentive staff and family-friendly amenities. The on-site restaurant serves kids' meals, and public areas offer free WiFi. Guests enjoy practical touches like laundry facilities, a bar, and a billiards table. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 26 - Nov. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 27 - Nov. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/662abe53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (First Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hair dryer Detached private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/662abe53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (First Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/9a873c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/e58d3802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) ### Highlights Separate dining area Fireplace Heating Kitchen Refrigerator TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom - 2 bedrooms - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBurray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBurray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.84450%2C-2.91462&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rDOxFVbH_EEfGRCNE2zke7y0QPM=) Pier Road, Burray, Scotland, KW17 2SS #### What's nearby - Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - Highland Park Distillery - 18 min drive - 20.4 km - Stromness Ferry Terminal - 47 min drive - 52.1 km - Skara Brae - 54 min drive - 56.4 km #### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Robertson's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Barrier View Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Anchorage & Galley Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪Polly Kettle - ‬12 min walk - ‪Hoxa Tearoom - ‬13 min drive ## About this property ### The Sands Hotel Property highlights Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar at The Sands Hotel. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 222 reviews CA $118 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Dec 6 - Dec 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/d5039cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Murray Arms Hotel South Ronaldsay - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 151 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=7067041&PinnedHotelID=7067041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/6e6089a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albert Hotel Kirkwall - 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 10 Exceptional 52 reviews CA $137 CA $165 total includes taxes & fees Dec 26 - Dec 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### 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 - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Entertainment - TV ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 and cash Property Registration Number OI/PL/86 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as The Sands Hotel Hotel The Sands Hotel Burray The Sands Hotel Hotel Burray ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Sands Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Hotel? > As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Hotel on Nov 29, 2025 start from CA $220.39, 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/Burray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Sands Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Sands Hotel? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Sands Hotel located? > Situated in Burray, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre and Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre. Orkney Wine Company and Italian Chapel 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 Sands Hotel Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 47 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben D Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking ##### Ben D Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Well worth a stay This is a really nice hotel with great staff and great food. You receive a warm welcome and the whole stay was relaxing and enjoyable. ![Wonderful view if small harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/40c316f4-f97f-4b5a-9155-b580d870f9bd-1755935830064.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from room of open sea](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/22db0d2f-3b3f-4b72-96a1-f7a602ad17bc-1755935829367.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Serene sea views Lovely quiet place by the sea with a great restauarant and cosy nautical themed bar. Very friendly staff :) Would love to stay here again next time! ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tor Kristian Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A splendid hotel, I want to come back! Spent two nights, very nice place, extremely friendly and helpful staff. If I come back to the Orkneys, I’ll stay here and for more than two nights! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/27618e33-6be4-4a13-9f1f-9e215f209204-1755257262888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The hotel pub](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/820b3d7d-dd36-425c-8262-b9043417ab37-1755257262232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Around the hotel](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a615f042-f55b-41f7-bafc-7b4330a945a1-1755257262830.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Skara Brea](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1b7508f9-670a-4755-a372-23aee1c6603a-1755257263341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tor Kristian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill May 11, 2025 Liked: Amenities We loved staying at the Sands hotel and wished we could have stayed longer! Facilities, location and food fantastic, Thankyou for making our Orkney trip memorable - You even laid on lovely weather too !! ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack Jul 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed two nights and loved everything about this accommodation. ##### Jack Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Slaveiko Aug 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely property and very friendly staff. ##### Slaveiko Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Andrew Haralam and Mary Ann Apr 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pleasant Quiet comfortable nice dining options ##### William Andrew Haralam and Mary Ann Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilma Jul 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Would highly recommend the Sands, very friendly homely atmosphere couldn’t do enough to help and the food well presented and very tasty ##### Wilma Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil Mar 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly welcoming hotel Very comfortable, relaxed hotel with helpful staff and good hearty food. Great location for the ferry from Gills Bay, and all the major places of interest. ##### Neil Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities An enjoyable stay. Attentive staff. Excellent food. ##### Alex Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr Stephen Bruce Oct 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic place to stay on Orkney Fantastic hotel - great location, warm & friendly service, beautiful rooms tastefully decorated & great attention to detail, excellent food & ambience. Highly recommended ##### Mr Stephen Bruce Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Feb 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Brilliant staff and brilliant stay The staff were brilliant and truly went out their way to make my stay very enjoyable. I would return here and recommend others to stay here also. The food was excellent and a very good selection to choose from. ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathleen Oct 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is excellent. Fantastic location. Clean, quiet, I have no complaints ##### kathleen Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey Apr 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### So lovely Everything at this hotel was just lovely- staff, ocean views, food. The room was simple but nicely updated and maintained. This hotel was a highlight of our trip. The restaurant is also delicious and we loved breakfast. ##### Kelsey Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property is exceptionally clean! The restaurant staff were friendly, outgoing and accommodating to a food allergy. This hotel is convenient for morning ferry departures from St. Margaret's Hope. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Malcolm Sep 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Close to Ferry Clean Hotel with friendly staff near to Portland ferries. ##### Malcolm Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie May 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly, family run hotel. Good value and quality evening meals. Overall excellent. ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ludovic Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good base from where to explore part of Orkney Our brief stay at the Sands Hotel was just what we were looking for in that part of Orkney. We wanted to see Skapa Flow, the Italian Chapel, and we discovered a fascinating private museum with fossil collection. The staff were helpful and welcoming and the room comfortable. ##### Ludovic Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely quiet historic hotel Lovely quiet hotel being an old Herring Warehouse. Rooms were comfortable and had a nice view of the boat ramp. We stayed 2 nights and meals were nice both nights. We needed washing done and were able to pay 15 pounds for a small bag to be done for us, which saved having to go to Laundromat in Kirkwall. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities They are lovely people and it is a nice enough hotel. It’s in an out of the way location which was fine for us as we had a car. The food was ok. The room was light, clean and comfortable. ##### Anne Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert May 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautifully restored building with rooms tastefully decorated and having views over the water. A warm welcome and great food served. Only sorry that I was there for one night. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise Jun 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved it. Need a car to explore but that’s obvious ##### Elise Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities we had a bad credit card and they politely let us know to pay our dues with a new card which we just did - all is well kevin mcleod ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon Oct 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A hidden gem For someone who stays in hotels a lot The Sands was a wonderful experience. All the tiny things that you’d wish for in other hotels are just done perfectly here! I can’t recommend this hotel highly enough. The restaurant is great, breakfast is cooked to order so absolutely no food waste and the evening meals are delicious. ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Hotel Calgary, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Royal-Hotel-Calgary.h518726.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Osoyoos](https://www.expedia.ca/Osoyoos-Hotels.d181782.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Warehouse Arts District](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Orleans-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-New-Orleans-DowntownConvention-Center.h85077.Hotel-Information) > > [Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Carberry-Tower-Mansion-House-And-Estate.h1411895.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Grand Bend Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Bend-Beach-Hotels.0-l553248621562267847-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Costa Mujeres - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Costa-Mujeres-All-Inclusive.h23985441.Hotel-Information) > > [Skybridge Seattle Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Seattle-Airport.h16164.Hotel-Information) > > [Sligachan Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Skye-Hotels-Sligachan-Hotel.h14705327.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Traverse City](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Hotels.d3577.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ramada Georgetown Princess Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Georgetown-Hotels-Ramada-Georgetown-Princess-Hotel.h8315987.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [Pickering Casino Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pickering-Hotels-Pickering-Casino-Resort.h89435702.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [flights from lehigh valley intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/abe/flights-from-lehigh-valley-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mnl/yyc/manila-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Tocumen (PTY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/pty/winnipeg-to-panama-city) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Buenos Aires (EZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/eze/toronto-to-buenos-aires) > > [Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Auckland (AKL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/syd/akl/sydney-to-auckland) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Warsaw (WAW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/waw/paris-to-warsaw) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/lis/montreal-to-lisbon) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Lipjan (PRN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/prn/halifax-to-pristina) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Timehri (GEO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/geo/toronto-to-georgetown) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) ### Packages > [Matira Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Matira-Beach-Bora-Bora.d6072993.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Central Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Central.d10503.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Ogunquit Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Ogunquit-Beach-Maine.d6171966.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Portugal](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/147/Portugal)