Title: Hemingways Watamu (Hotel) - 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) # Hemingways Watamu Travelers soak up Indian Ocean views while enjoying water sports like scuba diving or relaxing by the pool at this beachfront retreat ## Photo gallery for Hemingways Watamu ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Hemingways Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/71dd601b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Hemingways Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/97e548c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Hemingways Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/a4e25a85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk - Hemingways Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/774038ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Balcony view - Hemingways Watamu (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/7adba8bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hemingways Watamu sits beside a sun-kissed beach with an adjacent golf course. Guests divide their time between two outdoor pools and the onsite spa that offers rejuvenating body treatments. The beachfront location creates a peaceful retreat that consistently impresses visitors. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 7 - Jan. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 8 - Jan. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=22731042&PinnedHotelID=22731042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - 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431 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/e4ff5ab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchen Refrigerator Dishwasher - 1615 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/3e5a9c22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchen Refrigerator Dishwasher - 2583 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/63b6cc94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning TV Ceiling fan Premium bedding Bathrobes Hair dryer - 431 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View ![Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/592990fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchen Refrigerator Dishwasher - 4306 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - Ocean view - Sleeps 8 - 2 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22731100/22731042/e4ff5ab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchen Refrigerator Dishwasher - 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This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, scuba diving, and fishing. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and an elevator - 1 meeting room, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All 60 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Extra amenities include: - Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - 32-inch TVs with satellite channels - Balconies, electric kettles, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![3 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42070000/42062800/42062775/18f8bcd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Medina Palms Watamu - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $550 CA $649 total includes taxes & fees Jan 14 - Jan 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=42062775&PinnedHotelID=42062775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49250000/49246000/49245925/89b53035.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kobe Suite Resort Watamu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=49245925&PinnedHotelID=49245925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3460000/3456900/3456802/6613e901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Charming Lonno Lodge Watamu - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Fishing - Full-service spa - Gym - Scuba diving ### Family friendly - 2 outdoor pools - Babysitting (surcharge) - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Gift shop/newsstand - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Grab bar near toilet ### More - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per person (one way) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash 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 ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Hemingways Watamu Hotel Hemingways Hotel Hemingways Watamu Hotel Hemingways Watamu Watamu Hemingways Watamu Hotel Watamu ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hemingways Watamu have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hemingways Watamu? ### Is Hemingways Watamu pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hemingways Watamu? ### What time is check-out at Hemingways Watamu? ### Does Hemingways Watamu provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hemingways Watamu located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hemingways Watamu Reviews 9.0 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 42 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### cynthia Nov 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and staff went out of their way to make my family comfortable. We were there for my dad’s 90th birthday and it was quite memorable. I highly recommend ##### cynthia Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic staff and beautiful views of the ocean ##### Ian Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kyrylo Dec 29, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Overall nice place. Pools can be bigger. Ocean is very close but there are no sunbeds or bars on the beach, so it is harder to hangout near the ocean. Everything is clean but ants can be a problem. We had to take our clothes out of the closet because of the large numbers of ants. Some individual ants can make it into the bed as well. Also need to be careful about leaving your food and drinks on the side tables near the pool because they attract many ants too. ##### Kyrylo Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely to stay at Hemingways! As beautiful as ever. Staff and facilities first class! ##### Caroline Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Luke Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities A very good hotel which has prime location on the beautiful Watamu beach. Food is amazing for both breakfast and dinner, you won't go hungry. But leaves a lot to be desired for a 5\* hotel. For some reason water is rationed to a few small bottles of water in the room, y ##### Luke Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hemingways Watamu was just what we were looking for in terms of somewhere to relax and rest after an injury and work. Watamu itself is a bit less interesting in the off season (I.e. most restaurants are closed, as are many of the gear shops), but it’s still lovely if not a tad bit windy. Staff were amazing! Highly recommend. ##### Kathryn Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent Apr 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely resort. Staff were very kind and friendly. The bar and restaurant are very well appointed; I think they refurbished it not that long ago. The menu was extensive and the food good quality. Good pools, including a ‘quiet pool’, which is such a great addition. We had a lovely spacious room with sea view. Everything was clean and in good working order, nice bed and linens. The AC was working just like you’d want it to and made relatively little sound. Perhaps the bathroom could do with a little touch up. I would love to stay here again! ##### Vincent Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pilar Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s a very lovely place for people who want the resort experience. ##### Pilar Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharmistha Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful ##### Sharmistha Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Albert Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Watamu With Friends This was a very good hotel giving value for the money ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/beec205d-62a0-4e2f-875c-d1b01b3f0bef-1759163662779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Albert Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Poonam May 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent property on the beach. All rooms are ocean facing. Perfect for a romantic getaway or adult friends ##### Poonam Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jul 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Could be better Upon arrival the staff at the reception just watched as we struggled with our luggage. Their welcome was quite cold. Had requested for rooms close to each other but was given given separate rooms and only informed there weren’t close rooms together ones we got to the rooms. Service at the restaurant was quite slow and the staff seemed confused with no coordination. Only one guy think the manager/supervisor seemed to try but you could clearly see he was overwhelmed. Overall, we expected much more from a hotel like Hemmingways. Standards were quite low and definitely not value for the amount charged. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie Jul 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in a 2 bed apartment which was well appointed and extremely spacious with a huge balcony (sadly not much sun as facing east) but overlooking the Indian Ocean. The bathrooms were good though beginning to look a little tired otherwise the apartment was fabulous. Plenty of bottled water provided each day and milk, tea and coffee (instant only). Substantial breakfast with plenty of options provided each morning. Lovely little coffee shop selling variety of cakes and muffins, coffee etc and range of smoothies. Hemingways bar fabulous spot for sundowner. Main restaurant was offering a buffet every night we were there but also à la carte, which in our opinion was the better option - and less expensive if you don’t have a huge appetite (buffet was ksh4,500 pp vs eg 3800 for huge freshly grilled king prawns and accompaniments or 1800 for delicious freshly cooked catch of the day). The pools were very clean (one main, one child’s and one quiet pool) and the pool staff attentive. There isn’t a beach to sit on though you can access beach to walk along. Gardens were delightful and well kept. All the staff we dealt with were charming and friendly and made us very welcome. We stayed in July and it was extremely windy (though I liked this as humidity reduced) and a lot of seaweed on the beach. We also used the gym which was well appointed, good a/c and I was allowed to borrow a yoga mat for my stay so I could do yoga on the peace of my balcony overlooking the ocean: nameste! ##### Katie Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kosi Jun 28, 2022 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Terrible food, terrible service, annoying inefficient staff that has no sense of customer service. The only thing going for it, the rooms are clean and shower is good. 5 star hotel, very far from it. ##### Kosi Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Hua Jun 7, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We wish you could do better I think I would rate it 6 out of 10; 1, The Spa session was really BAD, no music, no green tea, no underware, the Lady who was massaging my husband was not very professional to say the least; 2, the house keeping service was not up to the normal standard, cups not washed, tissues not filled up; 3, Very minimum Seafood served and yet we are next to the sea. ##### Hua Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JEANETTE MARIE Mar 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The staff were helpful and pleasant all the time. The hotel was right at the beach and the food was excellent ##### JEANETTE MARIE Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yasin Samatar Jan 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel property with lots of amenities and access to the beach! Enjoyed our stay and highly recommended! ##### Yasin Samatar Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### michael Nov 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The rooms were clean and had comfortable beds obviously newly renovated. The hotel had very little atmosphere. The lighting was terrible and the layout of the restaurant and bars was poorly conceived. Most people that we spoke to went the the hotel next door to eat. The menu design is badly done as we couldn't see half the dishes on it and didn't realise how comprehensive it was. When we did eat there it was good but you didn't want to eat there in the evening. The bar was also the same . you would expect Hemmingway to be a feature in the hotel but it wasn't. ##### michael Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy Aug 31, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stunning property and location! Even more impressive was the attentiveness of the staff and their outstanding hospitality. Every need was anticipated and met with a smile. ##### Nancy Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanor Aug 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent I would definitely go back ##### Eleanor Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I like how beautiful planned the aesthetics are, it’s a very modern hotel with good finish and the shower gel smells divine. The food is so good and the staff are fantastic. We had an early morning Tsavo east tour so we requested for breakfast at 6am; they had it packed and waiting for us by then. Lovely hote ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly, welcoming and helpful staff.Every room has an ocean view. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Feb 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Brilliant yet relaxed ##### Keith Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 13, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Superbe localisation, infrastructure spatieuse, excellent restaurant, excellent service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is probably the nicest place I have stayed in my 70 years. Everthing perfect, the cleanliness superb, the staff so thoughtful and helpful. Changing the sheets and towels everyday without the option to reuse was not eco and necessary. Otherwise highly recommended. The quiet, the sea, the pools, the food all top notch ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Mara Safari Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Fairmont-Mara-Safari-Club.h1544563.Hotel-Information) > > [Kibo Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Kibo-Safari-Camp.h14826564.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Golden-Nugget-Las-Vegas-Hotel-Casino.h43312.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashnil Mara Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Maasai-Mara-Hotels-Ashnil-Mara-Camp.h12748836.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in China](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-China.d37.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Admiral Inn Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Admiral-Inn-Hamilton.h12236.Hotel-Information) > > [WyndhamHotels Hotels in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottawa-Hotels-Wyndham-Hotels.0-0-d178296--bWyndhamHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Salt Lick Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Taita-Hills-Hotels-Salt-Lick-Safari-Lodge.h1737570.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterslides in Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d4138-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Jamliz Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mwingi-Hotels-JAMLIZ-HOTEL.h48214087.Hotel-Information) > > [Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Amboseli-Hotels-Amboseli-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h978634.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Gatwick (LGW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/lgw/calgary-to-london) > > [Flights from Merignac (BOD) to Tremblay-en-France (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bod/cdg/bordeaux-to-paris) > > [Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/slc/las/salt-lake-city-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from El Prat de Llobregat (BCN) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bcn/yow/barcelona-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Mumbai (BOM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/bom/toronto-to-mumbai) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Zaventem (BRU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/bru/toronto-to-brussels) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Cancun (CUN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/cun/montreal-to-cancun) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/fll/montreal-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Fiumicino (FCO) to Tremblay-en-France (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/cdg/rome-to-paris) > > [Air Canada Mississauga (YYZ) to Hounslow (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-pearson-intl-to-heathrow/ac/yyz/lhr) > > [American Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/American-Airlines-Flights.cAA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Cars ### Packages > [Royal Palace of Madrid](https://www.expedia.ca/Royal-Palace-Of-Madrid-Madrid-Centro.d501620.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides)