Title: Maru Maru 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) # Maru Maru Hotel Family-friendly Zanzibar Town hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Old Fort ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/63dc0073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/6dd783a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/2787a994.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge, garden views, open daily](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/74f223b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/d3be0cf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Maru Maru Hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean, offering a welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, relax on the rooftop terrace, or let children play in the playground. The hotel provides high-speed WiFi, houses an art gallery, and is just steps from Forodhani Gardens. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Gym - Bar - Spa - Pool - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 30 - Oct. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/a707d097.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge HDTV Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/28e1898f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge HDTV Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Private bathroom - 247 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/2787a994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Mini-fridge HDTV Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes - 195 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/3655d0e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge HDTV Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Rainfall showerhead - 387 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk 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%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Maru-Maru-Hotel.h5427360.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FZanzibar-Town-Hotels-Maru-Maru-Hotel.h5427360.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-6.16173%2C39.18955&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qiPJ8bSxsjh5xNGPtltlIk-61U4=) Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 394-400 #### What's nearby - Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Forodhani Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Slave Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km #### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬4 min walk - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬1 min walk - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk - ‪Secret Garden - ‬3 min walk - ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Maru Maru Hotel Family-friendly hotel near Old Fort Located close to Forodhani Gardens and Hamamni Persian Baths, Maru Maru Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, an art gallery on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site Asian cuisine restaurant, Terrace Lounge, features ocean views and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out - Babysitting (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a banquet hall - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 51 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Highchairs and children's dinnerware - Bathrooms with free toiletries - 24-inch HDTVs with cable channels and DVD players - Mini fridges, CD players, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8980000/8977800/8977778/c68b77a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tembo House Hotel Stone Town - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 897 reviews CA $146 CA $181 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=8977778&PinnedHotelID=8977778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15260000/15259500/15259463/560df2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique Stone Town - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 123 reviews CA $105 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - 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Limited onsite parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Coffee Lounge - Terrace Lounge - Terrace Restaurant ### Things to do - Art gallery - Evening entertainment - Gym - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Children's dinnerware - DVD player - High chair - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge - Outdoor pool - Playground - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms - Conference center (500 square feet of space) ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Elevator - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-width doorways ### More - 3 buildings - 4 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 2012 - Mosquito nets - No plastic water bottles - Smoking not allowed - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch LCD TV with cable channels - CD player - DVD player ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Mini-fridge - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Free daily newspapers - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 12 for children - Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards ### 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Hotel Maru Maru Hotel Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town Maru Maru Hotel Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Town Maru Maru Zanzibar Town Maru Maru Hotel Hotel Maru Maru Hotel Zanzibar Town Maru Maru Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Maru Maru Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Maru Maru Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Maru Maru Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Maru Maru Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Maru Maru Hotel? > Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Does Maru Maru Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Maru Maru Hotel located? > This family-friendly Zanzibar Town hotel is located near the airport, steps from Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, and Hamamni Persian Baths. Shangani Beach and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Maru Maru Hotel Reviews 8.8 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 283 8 - Good 217 6 - Okay 40 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 7 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaheroz Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great overall facility for great holidays ##### Shaheroz Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nimet Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice property and friendly staff ##### Nimet Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Baljeet Singh Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Short stay nice and comfortable ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/42e42572-b819-4683-901c-442e2f372dc7-1751622658074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Baljeet Singh Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed here with wife and 2 kids in August 2025. Fantastic property in the middle of the action in Stone Town. Staff was attentive to every little detail, great rooftop restaurant: breakfast was delicious, the sunset was stunning and great supper menu. definitely recommend this hotel ##### Martin Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sandra Lynn Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Maru Maru is a classic Stonetown hotel I've stayed at several times. The expansive rooftop pool and restaurant with sunset/sea views is lovely. Staff are responsive and helpful. Rooms are adequate. ##### Sandra Lynn Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip May 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent lication and amenities, friendly staff ##### Phillip Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Falgun Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable beds, clean bathroom, air-conditioned, great rooftop restaurant, live entertainment, central location. ##### Falgun Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is well situated and gives you a true sense of being in Stonetown. The dining options were not that plentiful though. ##### Marion Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I loved everything. However, Manager of the restaurant is a bit rude ##### Melanie Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamoi Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was very nice. Good customer service 👍 ##### Tamoi Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### riaz Oct 7, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very dirty room. Found a usedcodom underneath the bad bed where I took of my shoes. Upstairs the food was good but cold. I’m all very tired property staff was very unroffesional. ##### riaz Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rosalie Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Amenities Excellent experience. The internet super good and roof top is shaded and perfect placer to do some work that we had to do. Working on vacation feel. Great food. Only tip: ask for inward facing room to avoid occasional street noise at night. ##### rosalie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good location but the street is busy and noisy late into the night. Lovely roof top but dining was limited. Lighter fare for lunch would have been nice. Staff was nice, professional and helpful. Transport to and from airport was easy to arrange. WIFI was great and all over the property. At arrival, there was trash from the last customer in my trash cans, and tissues behind the side tables. Things to note: there are lots of stairs and half stairs. the power to the room is with a room key so when you leave power is off, this means no charging of phones, or AC. ##### Karen Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful location and staff Staff friendly and kind, especially Frank who took us on a historic Stone town wali g tour Location perfect, food and service were excellent! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/23C55C81BEC7DF8FBE76BB2654E12C46F7437BF21742726474858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Catherine Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Omar Cassim Jul 21, 2025 Room was okay. Bed not too comfy. Everything was satisfactory ##### Omar Cassim Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Amir Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our room was above the reception area. Wifi at reception was good but we were unable to access WiFi in our rooms despite attempts of the staff to assist us. ##### Amir Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bob May 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Loves the proximity to Old Arab Fort and waterfront. Loved the staff. Didnt like the cockroaches and very limited parking. ##### Bob Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Fasika Jul 31, 2025 Location is good , but they kept asking about the local tax after i took care off it . Annoying . ##### Fasika Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had an excellent stay at the Maru Maru hotel. I've been here twice and the service, room, and accessibility to the rest of Stone Town were great. The rooftop restaurant has an incredible view of Stone Town. Would highly recommend Maru Maru. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leona Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice clean rooms. Staff was professionally and very helpful. ##### Leona Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really enjoyed my stay overall but please improve the WiFi connection, I needed to work and WiFi worked for 1 hour both days l. ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service It was close to waterfront but with Ramadan places to eat limited ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie Jun 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service, beautiful hotel. We loved our stay, sad to see it end ❤️ ##### Melanie Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirit Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There was nothing which we didn’t like.Very friendly service and breakfast choice was excellent.Had Lunch and Dinner one day and the food was excellent.Even The General Manager made us Feel Very Welcome.Words cannot describe our experience.Would Recommend Maru Maru Hotel to Everyone.🙏🙏🙏 ##### Kirit Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### sarah Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean hotel close to all—beach, shopping, eats. Rooftop breakfast, live music at night, clean pool and exercise facilities. Lovely for our short stay. ##### sarah Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [LGBT Friendly Hotels in Cayo Coco](https://www.expedia.ca/Cayo-Coco-Hotels-LGBT-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6348829-tLGBTFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Fairmont Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels-The-Fairmont-Winnipeg.h26715.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott West Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Palm-Beach-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-West-Palm-Beach.h21491.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Panamera](https://www.expedia.ca/Tulum-Hotels-Hotel-Panamera.h48569260.Hotel-Information) > > [All Seasons Resort - Europa](https://www.expedia.ca/Holetown-Hotels-All-Seasons-Resort-Europa.h1751567.Hotel-Information) > > [Desire Riviera Maya Resort, Couples Only - Adults Only All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Desire-Riviera-Maya-Resort-All-Inclusive-Couples-Only.h920528.Hotel-Information) > > [Iberostar Waves Cozumel - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cozumel-Hotels-Iberostar-Cozumel-All-Inclusive.h889873.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Aventuras Riviera Maya - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Aventuras-Hotels-Dreams-Aventuras-Riviera-Maya-All-Inclusive.h659684.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Barrie](https://www.expedia.ca/Barrie-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d6692-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vermilion](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermilion-Hotels.d6139542.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Manhattan](https://www.expedia.ca/Manhattan-New-York-Hotels.0-n129440-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Canmore](https://www.expedia.ca/Canmore-Hotels.d10131.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Yorkdale Shopping Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Yorkdale-Shopping-Centre-Hotels.0-l6220947-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Apartments Metrotown Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Metrotown-Station-Apartments.d6215431-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Koloa-Hotels-Koloa-Landing-Resort-At-Poipu.h3812333.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Chantilly (IAD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/iad/buffalo-to-washington) > > [Flights from Cranbrook (YXC) to Williams Lake (YWL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxc/ywl/cranbrook-to-williams-lake) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Nairobi (NBO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/nbo/winnipeg-to-nairobi) > > [Flights from Windsor (YQG) to Sanford (SFB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqg/sfb/windsor-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Catania (CTA) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cta/yyz/catania-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Timmins (YTS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yts/ottawa-to-timmins) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Buenos Aires (EZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/eze/vancouver-to-buenos-aires) > > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Cranbrook (YXC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/yxc/abbotsford-to-cranbrook) ### Activities > [Things to do in Friday Harbor](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Friday-Harbor.d1248.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Niagara-Falls.d6023515.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Maldives](https://www.expedia.ca/Maldives.d109.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Piazza Tasso](https://www.expedia.ca/Piazza-Tasso-Sorrento-City-Centre.d6184589.Vacation-Attraction)