[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Chocolate Museum ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/f6789fd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/0e3fc871.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/fac1682f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/4b58cd9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/86886402.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen sits in central Cologne, where guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet each morning. The property provides in-room WiFi, attentive staff ready to assist with questions, convenient luggage storage, and elevator access for easy movement throughout the building. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=525866&PinnedHotelID=525866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=525866&PinnedHotelID=525866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=525866&PinnedHotelID=525866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=525866&PinnedHotelID=525866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - 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205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Beds ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/09622216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Cable/satellite channels In-room safe Desk - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/58e9ce7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Cable/satellite channels In-room safe Desk - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/f213bc9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Cable/satellite channels In-room safe Desk - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Queen Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/f213bc9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Cable/satellite channels Pet friendly Daily housekeeping - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Family Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525900/525866/0790e341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Cable/satellite channels In-room safe Desk - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71420000/71411200/71411194/0e779e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Holiday Inn – the niu, Mill Cologne Mülheim by IHG Mülheim - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCologne-Hotels-Novum-Hotel-Ahl-Meerkatzen-Koln-Altstadt.h525866.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCologne-Hotels-Novum-Hotel-Ahl-Meerkatzen-Koln-Altstadt.h525866.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%7C50.93313%2C6.95930&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RidL4hIUw4vV9V9pc8WJfB8Ozos=) Mathiasstrasse 21, Cologne, NW, 50676 #### What's nearby - Chocolate Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Cologne Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Musical Dome - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - LANXESS Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 km #### Getting around - Heumarkt U-Bahn - 4 min walk - Cologne (QKL-Cologne Central Train Station) - 14 min walk - Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hafenterrasse - ‬4 min walk - ‪Krua Thai - ‬4 min walk - ‪Zerin Döner - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hotel Lyskirchen Köln - ‬4 min walk - ‪Takezo Ramen Bar - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel near Cologne Cathedral Close to Chocolate Museum and Musical Dome, Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen provides amenities like a free breakfast buffet. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An elevator, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk - Laundry services, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine - Smoke-free premises - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - TVs with cable channels - Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/175300/175298/f66f5208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Leonet Old Town Cologne - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 6.6 1,003 reviews CA $97 CA $109 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=175298&PinnedHotelID=175298&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17420000/17413900/17413820/09e85caa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premier Inn Köln City Süd Old Town Cologne - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.4 Very good 918 reviews CA $112 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - 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In-room crib ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - Built in 1264 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free crib - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### More - Desk - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00 Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00 ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 percent will be charged We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Nearby parking fee: EUR 22 per day (1148 ft away) - Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: EUR 15.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: EUR 15.00 (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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Altstadt Köln Köln Novum Hotel Novum Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Novum Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Cologne Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt Cologne Novum Hotel Köln Novum Hotel Köln Altstadt Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Cologne Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Hotel Cologne Novum Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Köln Altstadt ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $109.39, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Cologne-Hotels-Novum-Hotel-Ahl-Meerkatzen-Koln-Altstadt.h525866.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 15.00 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 15.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen located? > Located in Old Town Cologne, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Maria im Kapitol and Chocolate Museum. Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome are also within 1 mi (2 km). Heumarkt U-Bahn is only a 4-minute walk and Severinstrasse U-Bahn is 7 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Ahl Meerkatzen Reviews 6.8 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 7.4 Staff & service ### 6.6 Eco-friendliness ### 6.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 151 8 - Good 328 6 - Okay 306 4 - Poor 127 2 - Terrible 91 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelika Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Breakfast was very nice! ##### Angelika Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Conor Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very good location. Very friendly and helpful in hotel. ##### Conor Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mohamed Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great staff Good value for money ##### Mohamed Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### james May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Hotel room was basic but clean and with a free breakfast very good value for money. ##### james Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really cute accommodation with old-style decor. Facilities are good and the staff are nice. The buffet breakfast has a lot of options which is great! ##### Isabelle Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Konstantinos May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel! Nice hotel within the budget and very close to everything! ##### Konstantinos Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan Kelvin Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Historical Hotel: 5-star I love the medieval vibes of the hotel, and upon research, the hotel has been in service since the 12th century. I love the location and its proximity to public transport and tourist attractions. The staff were also lovely. ##### Jan Kelvin Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Solange Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was very sweet and welcoming. Very positive attitude despite the people checking in, in front of us being very difficult. No letting it out on others just very patient and friendly and professional. Wish I could have gotten her name to give the best word on her. Carpet is a little worn as well as some smudges on the walls here and there but you could tell it was from natural wear and tear. Otherwise everything was impeccably clean and the breakfast was very neat and filling. Would gladly stay here again. It was super convenient and walking distance from public transportation and cathedral was a 15 minute walk and you could stroll through the shopping strip or the old square on the way. ##### Solange Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mrs Brenda May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort We had a comfortable stay the room was clean, the bed was comfortable, unfortunately the carpet was very grubby. The staff were very helpful ##### Mrs Brenda Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Apr 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities So nice decorated with remaining from buildings as well paintings etc from early ages ##### Alexander Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fran May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Close to the centre. Helpful staff. Clean room. Could leave our cases there after checkout. Be aware there is a sex shop next door. ##### Fran Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas May 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Not bad, would stay again if price was right. Only one lady with light coloured hair and a guy was friendly, the other 3 ladys i met behind reception were very arrogant and not welcoming. Rooms were dated but fine to sleep in! Hotel itself is quite nice. The breakfast was ok not great needs more options. ##### Thomas Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lloyd Jun 25, 2025 #### Modest accommodations Property photos look much nicer than actual hotel. Hotel felt more like a nice hostel. Located next to exotic shops and cinema. Nice weather during my stay so not having air conditioning was not too big of an issue. Restroom plumbing had a poor smell. Accommodations worked but I think it is overpriced for what you get. ##### Lloyd Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cool, Quirky and full of Character, Great little place, huge by Europe standards, clean functional convenient. Was quirky, dark, but definitely filled with character and atmosphere look forward to staying there again next conference in Cologne ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Richard Jul 7, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unknown to us, the bed was infested with bed bugs. Completely ruined our stay in Cologne. Although the reception staff were very sympathetic, the manager/owner could not care less about our grievance. ##### Richard Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hotel, full of history, very close to centre. Great breakfast and friendly staff. Nice, comfy rooms. Would stay again. ##### Sandra Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brooke Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Decent hotel in a good area. Clean and comfortable bed/bathroom. The included breakfast was very nice and the staff were super helpful. ##### Brooke Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I have no complaints at all about the cleanliness of the hotel, the staff or the buffet breakfast. My only complaint was that the room sound proofing wasn't as good and I could hear the conversations of the people on the street at 03:20 while trying to get to sleep. Otherwise, it was a perfectly pleasant stay ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was able to site see easily. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine Dec 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Basic room but very comfy and central, close to all amenities and surrounded by restaurants ##### Elaine Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul Apr 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service No thrills hotel in good location. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robert Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Good location Very good location to get to Dom and Christmas markets. Shower flooded our first room but relocated without any hassle. Breakfast room too small and ground floor rooms were noisy at night. ##### Robert Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Conor Dec 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hotel. Quite close to everything. Very friendly and efficient staff. ##### Conor Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort The place is close enough to the city center and for the train station. It's easy to get by on foot. For the price and the location is a fair service. Don't expect anything fancy, but the rooms are clean, beds confortable and the breakfast is ok to start off your day of visit. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Oleksandr Jan 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities . ##### Oleksandr Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Radisson Hotel Sudbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Sudbury-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Sudbury.h17778.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels.d179899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Paris](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels.d179898.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Köln City](https://www.expedia.ca/Cologne-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Koln-City-West.h805820.Hotel-Information) > > [Suite Bizarre SM-Fetish Apartment Apartment](https://www.expedia.ca/Essen-Hotels-Suite-Bizarr-Sm-Fetisch-Apartment-Ferienwohnung.h48818202.Hotel-Information) > > [Excellence Playa Mujeres - Adults Only All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Excellence-Playa-Mujeres-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h1672497.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Varadero](https://www.expedia.ca/Varadero-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d3735-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in French Polynesia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-French-Polynesia.d61.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Hotels with Free Parking in Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d178307-tHotelswithFreeParking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Watermark Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Osoyoos-Hotels-Watermark-Beach-Resort.h2856418.Hotel-Information) > > [Staybridge Suites Calgary Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Calgary-Airport.h1464326.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels.d178288.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Palms Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-The-Palms-Hotel-Spa.h4745.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunes Village Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-Dunes-Village-Resort.h982925.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Denver Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Denver-Hotels-The-Westin-Denver-Downtown.h23697.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Auckland (AKL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/akl/vancouver-to-auckland) > > [Flights from Kamloops (YKA) to Comox (YQQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yka/yqq/kamloops-to-comox) > > [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Austin (AUS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sfo/aus/san-francisco-to-austin) > > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lpl/dub/liverpool-to-dublin) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Iqaluit (YFB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yfb/edmonton-to-iqaluit) > > [Flights from Minneapolis - St. Paul (MSP) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/msp/mco/minneapolis-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/mnl/winnipeg-to-manila) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to St. Petersburg - Clearwater (PIE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/pie/toronto-to-st-petersburg) ### Packages > [Miami Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami.d178286.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Abbotsford Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Abbotsford.d4128.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit National Capital Region](https://www.expedia.ca/National-Capital-Region.dx553248635996998007)