Title: Kinlay Hostel Galway - 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) # Kinlay Hostel Galway Travelers fuel their Galway adventures with morning continental breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi before unwinding in the game room ## Photo gallery for Kinlay Hostel Galway ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Kinlay Hostel Galway (Galway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/121661b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Kinlay Hostel Galway (Galway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/0b7dbc66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Kinlay Hostel Galway (Galway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/5b23b9cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Kinlay Hostel Galway (Galway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/e0069216.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Building design - Kinlay Hostel Galway (Galway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/619bda3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kinlay Hostel Galway captures the city's vibrant energy with amenities for a full day of exploration. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, start mornings with continental breakfast, and relax in the arcade/game room or grab snacks from vending machines. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Business services - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 29 - Dec. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=6168407&PinnedHotelID=6168407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=6168407&PinnedHotelID=6168407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 30 - Dec. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=6168407&PinnedHotelID=6168407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=6168407&PinnedHotelID=6168407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - 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Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/6b100c46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/4cfd5df3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/c65e6b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bedroom private with Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/a311f803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 6 Bed Dorm Standard (Shared Bathroom) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom) ![Shared fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/c4642401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/1d61fd26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Six Bed Female Only Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/121661b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/c65e6b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Six Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/1d61fd26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Six Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/07b9b12b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room Private, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/1d61fd26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room Private, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Ensuite ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/121661b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Six Bed Male Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/1d61fd26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Six Bed Male Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Hydromassage showerhead Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for 8-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/a311f803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 8 - 8 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 6-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/a311f803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6-bed Private Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 6-bed Private Room, Ensuite Bathroom ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/1d61fd26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6-bed Private Room, Ensuite Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - City view - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 1 Bed in an Twelve Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ![1 Bed in an Twelve Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6170000/6168500/6168407/bc898c18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in an Twelve Bed Mixed Dorm (Ensuite Bathroom) ### Highlights Heating Dishwasher Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Freezer In-room safe - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Coffee/tea in the lobby, a computer station, and luggage storage - ATM/banking services, a billiards/pool table, and multilingual staff - A TV in the lobby, a vending machine, and an elevator Room features All guestrooms at Kinlay Hostel Galway have comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews CA $126 CA $143 total includes taxes & fees Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=1993&PinnedHotelID=1993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - Offsite parking; discounts available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Low-height counter and sink - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Oven - Paper towels - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards ### National rating This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Galway Hostel Kinlay Kinlay Kinlay Galway Kinlay Galway Hostel Kinlay Hostel Kinlay Hostel Galway Kinlay Hostel Galway Galway Kinlay Hostel Galway Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kinlay Hostel Galway Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Galway ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kinlay Hostel Galway pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Kinlay Hostel Galway? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kinlay Hostel Galway? ### What time is check-out at Kinlay Hostel Galway? ### Where is Kinlay Hostel Galway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kinlay Hostel Galway 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 108 8 - Good 57 6 - Okay 13 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abbie Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very helpful staff, great location! ##### Abbie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### allison Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, friendly and eco conscious. We loved being so close to town center and 100% recommend. ##### allison Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay here. This is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and their kitchen looked great! Would stay here again! ##### James Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Kinlay hostel was the perfect location to really explore Galway! The staff was very welcoming and provided us with many suggestions on what to do in the city. ##### Brenda Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley Oct 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The staff was very welcoming and the space was nice. Very walkable to everything you’d need in Galway. There’s also free breakfast! :) ##### Ashley Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jedadiah Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and Friendly Place to stay. I’ve stayed in a lot of Hostels but this one has been the greatest! ##### Jedadiah Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaela Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful welcoming staff. Great location and delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend. ##### Michaela Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, everything went well. Highly recommend ##### Hannah Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I had a great stay at the Kinlay! Staff were friendly, the hostel was clean, great kitchen facilities and lots of opportunities to socialize with others if that is what you are looking for. ##### Leah Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was honestly my most favourite stay in Ireland for this trip. The hostel is super clean and quiet and the dining area is lovely. Would definitely stay again ##### Tanya Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly check in and located very close to the city centre ##### Roberto Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vinay Sep 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice reception staff and a good breakfast ##### Vinay Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Elpidio Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean ##### Elpidio Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cora Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast! ##### Cora Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexandre Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Staff, very central place et very clean ##### Alexandre Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was really nice. ##### Caroline Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, right in the heart of Galway and just steps from trains, busses and rental car offices, perfect as a hub to explore the west. Also easy walking distance to shops, dining and tourist sites such as the Spanish Arch. ##### Lindsay Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A gem. Couldn’t not have been more impressed with this location. The business clearly deserves every award it has been given. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hemmily Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Once arrived very quick check in and info given for stay ##### Hemmily Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna Jun 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### This is what a hostel should be Wonderful Hostel for a few days stay. Clean and comfortable with well equipped large kitchen. ##### Donna Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable, clean, and quiet. We felt very safe. Nice breakfast. Just a short walk from the bus station. ##### Christine Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great common areas. Parking isn't close. Make sure you understand how the vouchers work before you try to exit the garage. ##### Susan Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### KIRAN Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Near and central. ##### KIRAN Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabrice Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great stay but I'm still waiting for the reimbursement of the night because Tom made me pay twice by mistake ##### Fabrice Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Abigail Aug 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The bathrooms are clean, bunk beds are spacious with your own light & electric outlet & with curtain, beds are comfortable & nice clean beddings. ##### Sarah Abigail Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Phoenix-Hotels-The-Phoenician.h10645.Hotel-Information) > > [Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Plata-Hotels-Lifestyle-Holidays-Vacation-Resort-All-Inclusive.h32153817.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Hotels in Nashville](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville-Hotels-Fairmont.0-0-d178291--bFairmont.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Flannery's Hotel Galway](https://www.expedia.ca/Galway-Hotels-Flannerys-Hotel-Galway.h1993.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Times Square New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Times-Square-New-York.h6300652.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hinton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hinton-Hotels.d180429.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Quarter House](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Orleans-Hotels-Quarter-House.h27812449.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Jamaica-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d88-tCheapHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Maui-Hotels.d180073.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kanata](https://www.expedia.ca/Kanata-Ottawa-Hotels.0-n6057858-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Galway Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Galway-Hotels-Galway-Bay-Hotel.h106984.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Fredericton](https://www.expedia.ca/Fredericton-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d3935-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Glenlo Abbey Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Galway-Hotels-Glenlo-Abbey-Hotel.h4076.Hotel-Information) > > ['Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Alohilani-Resort-Waikiki-Beach.h21781.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Québec City (YQB) to Miami (MIA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqb/mia/quebec-to-miami) > > [Flights from Kenora (YQK) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqk/ywg/kenora-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Taoyuan City (TPE) to Chek Lap Kok (HKG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tpe/hkg/taipei-to-hong-kong) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/yul/kelowna-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Nice (NCE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/nce/ottawa-to-nice) > > [Flights from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Trzebownisko (RZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqt/rze/thunder-bay-to-rzeszow) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Rome.d179899.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Sicily](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sicily.d6048323.Car-Rental-Destinations) ### Activities ### Packages > [Tangle Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Tangle-Falls-Alberta.d6260943.Vacation-Attraction)