Title: Jollyboys Backpackers - 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) # Jollyboys Backpackers Suburban hostel with spa services and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/37f9ab16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/e7b0815b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/c59d7c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/fa79e1b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a3dff809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Jollyboys Backpackers provides a peaceful getaway with practical amenities for travelers seeking comfort. Guests can book massages and manicures, cool off in the outdoor pool, and use free WiFi in common areas while enjoying the garden setting. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Spa - Bar - Free airport shuttle - Breakfast available - Kitchen - Pool ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=14704528&PinnedHotelID=14704528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=14704528&PinnedHotelID=14704528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 21 - Nov. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=14704528&PinnedHotelID=14704528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=14704528&PinnedHotelID=14704528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - 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Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a848b132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/ed75dee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/c59d7c79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Triple Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/cf1a24d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a1a32841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a84bc3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dormitory) ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/fa5589ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room Ensuite 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a1a32841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/ed75dee3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/52a43550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/52a43550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Multiple Beds (9 Bed Private Dorm) ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 9 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a84bc3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (7 Bed Private Dorm) ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 7 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![In-room safe, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14710000/14704600/14704528/a84bc3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room (6 Bed Private Dorm) ### Highlights Ceiling fan Sofa bed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLivingstone-Hotels-Jollyboys-Backpackers.h14704528.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLivingstone-Hotels-Jollyboys-Backpackers.h14704528.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-17.84795%2C25.85450&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r-YNQFbzy7vSSza5nBxHVf4DlOg=) 34 Kanyanta Road, Livingstone #### What's nearby - Livingstone Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Mukuni Park Curio Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Railway Museum - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park - 4 min drive - 5.0 km - Devil's Pool - 12 min drive - 13.7 km #### Getting around - Livingstone (LVI) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Boma - ‬16 min drive - ‪Shungu Pool Terrace - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Lookout Café - ‬13 min drive - ‪Victoria Falls Waterfront - ‬8 min drive - ‪Royal Livingstone Lounge - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel near Livingstone Museum Located close to Railway Museum, Jollyboys Backpackers provides free airport pick-up, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a gift shop - Books, an elevator, and table tennis - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Jollyboys Backpackers offer amenities such as safes. 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Check-in end time: 8 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 per person 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Livingstone Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone Jollyboys Backpackers Jollyboys Backpackers Livingstone Jollyboys Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Jollyboys Backpackers have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Jollyboys Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Jollyboys Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Jollyboys Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Jollyboys Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. ### Where is Jollyboys Backpackers located? > Located in the heart of Livingstone, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Livingstone Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Railway Museum and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Victoria Falls Field Museum and Devil's Pool are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Jollyboys Backpackers Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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 91 8 - Good 61 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 3 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.4/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Jolly Boys is the best in Livingstone for a hostile. ##### Christopher Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed in a room with on suit, which was well equipped and had every thing one would need. Place had a good chilled vibe with offering for get togethers in the evening which is ideal for solo travels. Staff friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d05761dc-d8a5-4b31-82b5-8b17fbd12313-1754077023208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Thomas Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I first stayed at Jollyboys 20 years ago when I was part of an overland truck trip. This time I brought my husband and children and will most definitely be back again, hopefully in less than another 20 years! The staff are so helpful, the rooms are very clean and comfortable and we had an amazing 4 days here. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f0466868-07a2-485c-8c6d-497cdcfaf05b-1752423711180.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d4c26efb-1e27-4cb9-8396-e08432a45cab-1752423709818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c5451d22-4deb-417c-b5be-9be98f3d9c99-1752423716736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lucy Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pawel Jan 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay with interesting company Great time, delicious breakfasts, I loved the relax zone. ##### Pawel Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The place was amazing I travelled solo and was worri ##### Esther Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jia Dan Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hostel was fine and the single room with AC is quite nice for Africa. There’s widespread power shortage and the hotel has backup generators to make up for it. Internet is from starlink so it’s pretty fast. The downside is they’re cash and crypto only for the restaurant, bar, and travel. The ATMs are quite far and having to withdrawal 100s of USD worth of money just to pay for an activity is super annoying. The restaurant food is mediocre and kind of expensive for what it is but there’s really nothing else around in town. The transport they offer is significantly more than what you’d get off the street but at least they are very timely and responsive. The tour prices are a bit higher and you’re better off booking some of those online through other operators, especially if you don’t have cash. In Zambia it’s about $8-10 USD per ATM withdrawal so things do add up. Lastly, Zimbabwe side seems to have more bars, restaurants, and a more lively atmosphere than Livingstone but Zambia side has more activities like rafting and rhino trek so it’s better to split your time between both sides. ##### Jia Dan Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wojciech Jan 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Good stay in nice place The staff was very friendly, rooms and infrastructure were clean. Place with good style. Only drawback was that we had to wait around hour for breakfast. It is a safe place that I can recommend to everyone. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A788871A4057EC652D8C87F2102E839C032F6A351738146453852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E567077D941CB3B0CB619FA9737AACED2EE0D0971738146454435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C8E773CC5627EE88755D5D748A5A367008042DE61738146454117.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/41398730C9B513D31FE753B0FDABC28061F83E741738146454788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Wojciech Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great feel about place and very helpful staff ##### Mark Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We love Jollyboys! ##### Tara Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Dec 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great ##### Christopher Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Nov 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were very helpful with booking transfers and activities. Lots to do in the area ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Apr 21, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Overpriced The place is okay but not worth the money. The common areas are nice and have lot of areas to relax. However, over 50USD per night is too pricey for a room without wifi. The communal kitchen is lacking equipment and only has one portable stove. The whole place could need some freshening up. The activities they offer are overpriced. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### REGINALD Apr 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really enjoy this hotel. And I will definitely stay there again one when I come back to Livingston. It is great for everyone, backpacker, families, solo travelers, nomads. ##### REGINALD ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha Jun 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff here were amazing and always helpful with booking and suggestions. Loved the bar/restaurant in Jollyboys, made lazy days so easy ##### Samantha Stayed 9 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Soyoki Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Beautiful ##### Soyoki Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Javier Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The best Hostel in Zambia The service of the hostel was excellent, I am very hoary to choose stay with them, everything clean, nice rooms, they have a lot of options, for couples, friends, backpackers, families, has everything, if you want party, if you want relax, any plan they have. The staff sooooo friendly, RUTH!!! was amazing she helped us with some requirements, The atmosphere is so nice, we were sad to don't stay longer because deserves stay minimum 5 days, and also because they have a lot of activities!!! ##### Javier Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Jolly’s Absolute bliss!! It’s my home away from home! The staff is amazing ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7AB5A8133E0F1E8110050E2C0B5CDCF16597D8D61714994760026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EA152BEBEECE34DFF8DA475603136C358DECCEBF1714994759857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon May 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Jolly’s Absolute bliss!! It’s my home away from home! The staff is amazing ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7AB5A8133E0F1E8110050E2C0B5CDCF16597D8D61714994760026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EA152BEBEECE34DFF8DA475603136C358DECCEBF1714994759857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Understandable why Jollyboys is a back-to-back top hostel champ. Great staff. Chill space. ##### Kenneth Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivo Oct 24, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great backpackers! This is a great backpackers place! Nice pool, good atmosphere, decent bar, the food menue could be better, good accommodation, good location. This is the place you wanna be if you’re backpacking for sure! ##### Ivo Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Eurico Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very safe and quiet area. Good vibes. Clean and the workers were friendly and helpful all the time. Will come back. ##### Eurico Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great thanks! ##### Cristina Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Khushnidjon May 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good price-quality ratio! Very nice experience! Good location, clean rooms, nice territory, affordable prices, both - rooms and kitchen/bar. Price-quality ratio is high. You get quality for the price you pay here. ##### Khushnidjon Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruben Jul 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location of Jolly Boys was very convenient for getting around the city centre of Livingstone and the staff were very helpfull to organise daily activieties or transport. ##### Ruben Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Oct 20, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very well run and nice amenities. A/C in the dorm was a huge plus. It’s a very social place, great for meeting other guests and locals. Staff is fantastic. You can’t help but enjoy it here. ##### Gary Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hostels Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hostels.d3997-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Taj Skyline Ahmedabad](https://www.expedia.ca/Ahmedabad-Hotels-Taj-Skyline-Ahmedabad.h60898156.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Yorkton](https://www.expedia.ca/Yorkton-Hotels.d10602.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Big Lake Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Slave-Lake-Hotels-BIG-LAKE-INN.h8240556.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Dreams-Onyx-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h14822885.Hotel-Information) > > [The Gibson Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-The-Gibson-Hotel.h3676599.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Celebration](https://www.expedia.ca/Celebration-Hotels.d602896.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Disneyland® Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Disneyland-Resort-Hotels.0-l6025613-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Cayo Largo](https://www.expedia.ca/Cayo-Largo-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6720-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Aventuras-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Riviera-Maya-All-Inclusive.h447258.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City](https://www.expedia.ca/Traverse-City-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Traverse-City.h976684.Hotel-Information) > > [Divani Palace Acropolis](https://www.expedia.ca/Athens-Hotels-Divani-Palace-Acropolis.h562576.Hotel-Information) > > [Casino Hotels in Banff](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d10550-tCasinoHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels.d178245.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lis/toronto-to-lisbon) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [flights from seattle paine field intl airport airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/pae/flights-from-seattle-paine-field-intl-airport-airport) > > [Flights from South Burlington (BTV) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/btv/yyz/burlington-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Maputo (MPM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mpm/toronto-to-maputo) > > [Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Mexico City (MEX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhm/mex/hamilton-to-mexico-city) > > [Korean Air](https://www.expedia.ca/Korean-Air-Flights.cKE.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Bellingham (BLI) to Palm Springs (PSP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bli/psp/bellingham-to-palm-springs) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Kathmandu (KTM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ktm/toronto-to-kathmandu) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Ponta Delgada (PDL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/pdl/calgary-to-ponta-delgada) > > [Flights from Newfoundland and Labrador (YAY) to Deer Lake (YDF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yay/ydf/st-anthony-to-deer-lake) ### Cars > [Budget Destinations In Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Budget-Destinations-In-Canada.d31-c39.Car-Rental-Destination-Suppliers) ### Packages > [Punta Cana](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/601906/Punta-Cana) ### Vacation Rentals > [Pembroke Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Pembroke-Vacation-Rentals.d6127342.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Bellingham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham.dx602922)