Title: Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Lakefront aparthotel units with private hot tubs and kitchenettes ## Photo gallery for Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat ![Superior Family Villa | Terrace/patio - Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat (Urangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/ac1d34df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Villa | Living area - Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat (Urangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/64629808.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat (Urangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/f9d1e939.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat (Urangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/f90fcd69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Villa | Living area - Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat (Urangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/06085b33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat offers a tranquil escape near Hervey Bay Botanic Garden. Guests can explore lush gardens, lounge by the pool, or browse the library. Kids enjoy the playground while parents relax with free self-parking. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=3158335&PinnedHotelID=3158335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 12 of 12 rooms ### View all photos for Studio Villa ![Studio Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/4b178fd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Villa ![Family Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/88fea35a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Queen Villa ![Queen Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/ff37ce47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Economy Family Villa ![Economy Family Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/cd243047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Family Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Family Villa ![Superior Family Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/90bf6f80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Family Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Economy Studio Villa ![Economy Studio Villa | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/7a52ce29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Studio Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### Economy Queen Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Studio Villa ![Superior Studio Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/c07009e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Studio Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Queen Villa ![Superior Queen Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/748b121c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Queen Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Queen Family Villa ![Queen Family Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/339f9ea9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Family Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 Twin Bed and 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Superior Villa ![Superior Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3160000/3158400/3158335/5fe6d002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Villa ### Highlights Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen 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%2FHervey-Bay-Hotels-Sanctuary-Lakes-Fauna-Retreat.h3158335.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHervey-Bay-Hotels-Sanctuary-Lakes-Fauna-Retreat.h3158335.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Urangan, a neighborhood in Hervey Bay, Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat is in the suburbs and on a lake. Great Sandy Straits Marina and Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Reefworld Aquarium and WetSide Water Education Park. Esplanade and Hervey Bay Botanic Garden are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and golfing. [Visit our Hervey Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hervey-Bay.dx6053026) [View more Aparthotels in Hervey Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Hervey-Bay-Apart-Hotels.d6053026-aaApartHotels.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-25.28376%2C152.89572&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mqrEkIZptBzWc-f00sp3yC6fbc0=) 1 Shell Street, Urangan, QLD, 4655 ### What's nearby - ![Urangan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610170/15197195-221d-448d-8b9f-a6b7b700b01b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Esplanade 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Urangan Pier which includes a bridge, landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555780130/09644fe9-7695-44d3-abdf-3b24e1cd83b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Urangan Pier 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Hervey Bay Botanic Garden which includes a pond and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217259/4ffa5cf4-88a9-425d-b493-b83cf5293331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hervey Bay Botanic Garden 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Shelly Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Reefworld Aquarium 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 17 min walk - Hervey Bay Boat Club 3 min drive - The Dock Hb 4 min drive - Santini Italian Restaurant 3 min drive - Seaside Cafe & Restaurant 3 min drive ## About this property ### Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Lakefront aparthotel units with private hot tubs and kitchenettes An outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Each apartment boasts an indoor private hot tub and a deep soaking tub, while offering a kitchenette and a refrigerator. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a microwave and an electric kettle. Weekly housekeeping is available. Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided weekly. Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool. Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. 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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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, window guards, and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Alcohol is not served at this property Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Condo Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Condo Urangan Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Urangan Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Hervey Bay, Fraser Coast ctuary s Fauna Retreat Uranga Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Urangan Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Aparthotel Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Aparthotel Urangan ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat have a pool? ### Is Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat? ### Does Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sanctuary Lakes Fauna Retreat Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 231 8 - Good 111 6 - Okay 20 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dane Nov 4, 2024 Liked: Amenities Great cabins and excellent facilities ##### Dane Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A great place to rest and relax. Beautiful surroundings and very clean and quiet. ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful location, walking distance to foreshore, shops and restaurants. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lilibeth Feb 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Cozy and clean We had a great time, the room was cozy and clean, Staff are friendly and helpful. We will definitely comeback ##### Lilibeth Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cassi May 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Clean and comfortable stay. Close drive to everything. ##### Cassi Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Naomi Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication This was a great spot to wake up and sit on the front porch with your coffee overlooking the lake, listening and viewing the wildlife. ##### Naomi Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Amenities our cabin a little dated, but extremely good value for what it was with comfy bed & great shower pressure in pleasant sanctuary with easy check in etc there are some amazingly renovated cabins within in this gated bird & turtle sanctuary but we chose to save a few dollar in a more dated one & it was very adequate. ##### Kathy Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Many thanks to the owners putting ours fears, of our 1am arrival, to rest by sorting out a taxi and clear information how to get in. The location is wonderful especially if you like birdlife! A relaxing stop off to go to K’Gari and couldn’t have asked for more! ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma Feb 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Quiet, private cabins with a great outdoor area next to the lake. Fully equipt kitchen with everything needed to cook for yourself. ##### Emma Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharyn Aug 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Peaceful and loved the sounds of the birds ##### Sharyn Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Arthur Dec 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It is a lovely setting by the lake. What we didn’t understand was why $5.00 something was added to our bill as a debit card fee. ##### Arthur Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lewis Oct 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication First time stay but definatly not my last 4 nights in a lovely comfortable villa quite surrounds a fully equiped unit nothing short of great hosts frendly and helpfull free wi-fi intrernet also Thank you Sanctuary Lakes ##### Lewis Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### david May 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication at the edge of nature and a lake ##### david Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pat Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A beautiful, quiet setting in comfortable accommodation with friendly, healthy people. Will return. ##### Pat Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis Sep 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Comfortable and convenient A very comfortable convenient place to stay in Hervey Bay. Every unit has a peaceful view over part of the lake. Everything you need for self catering. Woolworths is an easy walk away. We loved our stay at Sanctuary Lakes ##### Denis Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jay Aug 22, 2023 #### Old but quiet place to stay Old and dated. Needs a bit of a renovation but on the positive a quiet location ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D4F2F06ED32DBD6C9CB4FBF4366BC081568636EC1692668308831.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jay Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Yvonne Aug 30, 2024 Liked: Room comfort, communication #### Lovely surrounds Beautiful location.very comfortable bed. Bathroom very clean.Lounge chairs badly stained could do with covers. Microwave rusty. In saying that I would stay again. Value for money ##### Yvonne Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Andy Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very restful environment. No traffic noise and very private cabins. The managers promptly addressed any problems that arose so no frustrations... ##### Andy Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### ke Oct 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication very quiet and relaxing….sadly the fan did not work, & the curtains did not close properly as they were broken…all in all the quietness of the place made it very enjoyable :) ##### ke Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### wayne Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Wonderful Was simply wonderful . Geat location , lovely stand alone villa on lake teaming with birdlife and turtles . Quite roomy and well equipped 💕 ##### wayne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities The tranquility and relaxation of the surroundings and wildlife was really lovely ##### Debra Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelina Oct 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place ##### Angelina Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Samantha Jan 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great for a family. ##### Samantha ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guilherme Oct 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was very spacious and had all the amenities for a family stay. The location was great, close to restaurants, shops and the beach. ##### Guilherme Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn Jul 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice & quiet & peaceful location and handy to all that we needed . ##### Carolyn Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton Garden Inn Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Calgary-Airport.h281532.Hotel-Information) > > [Tangalooma Island Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Tangalooma-Island-Resort.h2254989.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Hilton-Surfers-Paradise-Hotel-And-Residences.h4238660.Hotel-Information) > > [Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Robson Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels-Mount-Robson-Inn.h917520.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels Nanaimo](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanaimo-Motels.d3908-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [TownePlace Suites by Marriott Fort McMurray](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-McMurray-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Fort-McMurray.h560871.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea World Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sea-World-Resort.h871443.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h11768.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Reykjavik](https://www.expedia.ca/Reykjavik-Hotels.d6054688.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Burleigh Surf Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-Surf-Apartments.h4593274.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Hyatt-Ziva-Los-Cabos-All-Inclusive.h1085899.Hotel-Information) > > [Belise Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Belise-Apartments.h16643532.Hotel-Information) > > [Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Maroma.h581919.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Sheraton-Hotel-Newfoundland.h25025.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxor Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Luxor-Hotel-And-Casino.h15237.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels Kingston](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Motels.d6057821-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Q1 Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Q1-Resort-Spa.h1859086.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Gatwick (LGW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lgw/vancouver-to-london) > > [Bangkok Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangkok-Airways-Flights.cPG.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/sfo/detroit-to-san-francisco) > > [Flights from North Syracuse (SYR) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/syr/las/syracuse-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Lahore (LHE) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lhe/yyc/lahore-to-calgary) ### Cars > [SUV Car Rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/SUV-Car-Rentals-In-Toronto.d178314-tSUV.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) ### Packages