Title: The Observatory 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 Observatory Hotel Christchurch Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/e313038c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/82ebccb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/5b012e3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/99070f1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/95e9b794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Observatory Hotel Christchurch blends art, culture, and comfort near Hagley Park. This eco-certified property has an on-site grocery store and hosts concerts. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, convenient dry cleaning, and a genuinely welcoming staff. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Gym - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 26 - Nov. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&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=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&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=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=74786124&PinnedHotelID=74786124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/92d961c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2022 Down duvet - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Observatory Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/affca509.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Observatory Deluxe Room 9.6 Exceptional 41 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2022 Down duvet - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Prestige Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/fd835891.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Prestige Skylight Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2022 - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/5b012e3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Royal Skylight Room 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2022 - 560 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Prestige Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/ecf996f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Prestige Room 10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Pillow menu Renovated in 2022 - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.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%7C-43.53227%2C172.62842&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D3nbOKLZ0mnFtoIiwRj0PHxA2ak=) 9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8013 #### What's nearby - Hagley Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km - Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Christchurch Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Riverside Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km #### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Quad Eatery - ‬3 min walk - ‪Fat Eddie's - ‬6 min walk - ‪Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Great Escape - ‬5 min walk - ‪Curators House - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Luxury hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Hagley Park Located close to The Arts Centre and Christchurch Art Gallery, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch provides a grocery/convenience store, concerts and live shows, and an art gallery on site. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also find perks like: - Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge) - An elevator, 1 meeting room, and a 24-hour front desk - Coffee/tea in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and books - Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - 49-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating ### Awards and affiliations Eco-Certified Property This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31510000/31503600/31503539/677643c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Christchurch City Christchurch City Centre - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 496 reviews CA $163 CA $188 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=31503539&PinnedHotelID=31503539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Top of House - 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Air conditioning - Gym 9.0 Wonderful 122 reviews CA $106 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=103008949&PinnedHotelID=103008949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Onsite parking available only on request - Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 30 per day) - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit) - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Art gallery - Bicycle rentals - Books - Concerts/live shows - Library ### Family friendly - Grocery/convenience store ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Grocery/convenience store - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 269 square feet of conference space - Meeting room ### Spa - Couples treatment rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Handrails in stairways - Height-adjustable showerhead - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - 3 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1896 - Communal living room - Renovated entire property - May 2022 - Smoking not allowed - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Down comforter - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 49-inch smart TV with digital channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Free local calls - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 30 for children - Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 30 per day - A late check-out fee will be charged - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent 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 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention Parking height restrictions apply This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand. ### Property is also known as The Observatory Christchurch Observatory Hotel Christchurch Observatorty Hotel Christchurch The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Hotel The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Christchurch The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Hotel Christchurch ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Observatory Hotel Christchurch pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch? > As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch on Dec 14, 2025 start from CA $205.88, 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/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is available for NZD 30 per day. Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Observatory Hotel Christchurch? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee. ### Where is The Observatory Hotel Christchurch located? > Located in Christchurch City Centre, this luxury hotel is steps from Hagley Park and The Arts Centre. Christchurch Art Gallery and Riverside Market are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Observatory Hotel Christchurch 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 ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 253 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 5 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JH Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful designed and well kept hotel right downtown ##### JH Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Nov 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Historical convenient location ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e5af6f90-0be5-4871-953c-32635f3084e5-1761968768301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ian Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Terrific place. ##### Gary Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Paula Nov 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was such a lovely hotel with lovely reception staff! The only thing I didn't like was that the cookie that was given to welcome you in the room was already old, it was hard and inedible. There was also an incident where the breakfast lady had a tiff with another set of guests so it left a slightly negative impression. Will stay here again. ##### Anne Paula Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henry Sep 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Laid back atmosphere, also great lounge to relax in and have tea. ##### Henry Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### David Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is not what is in picture at best 2-3 stars, very clean but pictures misleading. 1 staff member on site most of time before 7pm Supposed to have free breakfast but they try and sell to you Not worth money ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heike Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a charming place to stay! Appreciated all the little amenities—coffee and hot chocolate in the room, the robes, and the cappuccino maker and cookies in the lobby. The art everywhere was a bonus— can recommend visiting the free gallery upstairs and wandering through the art galleries on the surrounding campus. The location couldn’t be better; you can easily walk to the botanical gardens , to Riverside Market (get a Paris Brest pastry when there), to the museums (the Quake Center is a must see), and to a multitude of restaurant and shops. On top of all this, the hotel staff were uniformly welcoming and helpful. ##### Heike Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel. Lots of attention to detail. Very warm and inviting. Close to central city with lots of restaurants close by. A gem! ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely hotel in a beautiful building Excellent staff, very welcoming and helpful. Lovely room with comfortable bed and superb building. Great place to stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great boutique hotel. My only negative would be the bed could have been better ##### Wayne Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Coffee, restaurants, tram, and park right at your doorstep. ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The most comfortable bed ever! We had a lovely stay at this gorgeous hotel - the bed was a cloud, we slept so well. The setting is lovely. ##### Grace Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a slice of luxury in a beautiful setting. Sadly only one night but it was fantastic. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic staff,location and design ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is an excellent hotel with luxurious amenities within easy walking distance to dining, culture, and all that Christchurch has to offer. The staff is first rate, good communicators and thoughtful. ##### Marc Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamara May 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities A beautiful hotel in a great location. A great coffee shop right in the former university complex, art, music, and across from the botanical gardens. ##### Tamara Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Feb 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel very charming- close to restaurants ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yihong May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice room, kind staff, and a lovely lounge ##### Yihong Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Christchurch Destination We were truly delighted by our stay at the Observatory. In addition to being centrally located, the hotel is part of an arts center that has been reconstructed/renovated from the Christchurch earthquakes. The history is fascinating! We were treated well and felt welcome. Falling int the feather bed was like a dream after a long trip! The hotel is in walking distance of a variety of restaurants with options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The really beautiful Botanical Gardens are also within walking distance of the Observatory, a serene and peaceful place to wander. Overall we could not have been more happy with our stay, only wish we stayed longer! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Interesting hotel. Super walkable to evwrything. Great staff too. ##### Nathan Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teck Kee Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice hotel but it’s hard to get a warmer and comfortable temperature in the room, especially the bathroom. ##### Teck Kee Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved this place. Right across from the Botanic Gardens and absolutely beautiful building and surroundings. Would stay here again! ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great building to have as a hotel in a really good location. ##### Paul Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful historical property in midst of the cultural center. ##### Craig Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Rialto](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Hotel-Rialto.h3007314.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Sirena Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Sirena-Beach-Hotels.0-l6097156-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-Ft-Lauderdale17th-Street.h11909.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Whitehorse](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitehorse-Hotels.d4129.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Makati](https://www.expedia.ca/Makati-Hotels.d9733.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Colombia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Colombia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d38-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Elite Hotel Downtown Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitehorse-Hotels-ELITE-HOTEL-Downtown-Center.h10255632.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.h151139.Hotel-Information) > > [Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Riviera-Plaza-And-Conference-Centre-Calgary-Airport.h428621.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Scarborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6070427-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near NRG Stadium](https://www.expedia.ca/NRG-Stadium-Hotels.0-l553248635929331916-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Paisley (GLA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/gla/toronto-to-glasgow) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Hulhulé (MLE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/mle/vancouver-to-male) > > [Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/can/yyz/guangzhou-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/mco/detroit-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Punta Cana (PUJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/puj/ottawa-to-punta-cana) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Bogotá (BOG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/bog/toronto-to-bogota) > > [Flights from Spokane (GEG) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/geg/lax/spokane-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Ladyville (BZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/phx/bze/phoenix-to-belize-city) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/hnl/saskatoon-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Perth (PER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/per/edmonton-to-perth) ### Activities > [Things to do in Kissimmee](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kissimmee.d7927.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Tucson](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Tucson.d602986.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [New York Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York.d178293.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Duclos Point Provincial Nature Reserve](https://www.expedia.ca/Duclos-Point-Provincial-Nature-Reserve-Georgina.d6294531.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Enfield](https://www.expedia.ca/Enfield.dx58393) > > [Visit Graval](https://www.expedia.ca/Graval.dx553248634539820237) > > [Visit Smithville](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Smithville.dx3000438459) > > [Visit Toluca Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Toluca-Lake.dx3000748646)