Title: Inner Dowsing Lightship - 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) # Inner Dowsing Lightship Guests start their day with a continental breakfast while enjoying the convenience of self parking at this unique accommodation aboard a historic lightship ## Photo gallery for Inner Dowsing Lightship ![Marina - Inner Dowsing Lightship (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/80c58d9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sundeck - Inner Dowsing Lightship (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/035501c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View | Private kitchen - Inner Dowsing Lightship (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/f6282a74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View | Living area - Inner Dowsing Lightship (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/7d6f1a0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View - Inner Dowsing Lightship (Rochester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/edd43d61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers aboard the Inner Dowsing Lightship receive a warm welcome and continental breakfast each morning. The vessel offers practical amenities including WiFi and laundry services, with tranquil surroundings that provide a peaceful retreat after a day of exploration. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 31 - Jan. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 1 - Jan. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=96848183&PinnedHotelID=96848183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View ![Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/edd43d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Portable fan Heating Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle - Marina view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View ![Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/6338bcdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Heating Portable fan Shower/tub combination Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Marina view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View ![Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96848200/96848183/e9aacc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Smart TV Portable fan Heating - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Marina view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at Inner Dowsing Lightship have comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Accessibility - No elevator ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch smart TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Heating - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Inner Dowsing Lightship Rochester Inner Dowsing Lightship Bed & breakfast Inner Dowsing Lightship Bed & breakfast Rochester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Inner Dowsing Lightship pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Inner Dowsing Lightship? ### What time is check-out at Inner Dowsing Lightship? ### Where is Inner Dowsing Lightship located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Inner Dowsing Lightship Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 29 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Almuth Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was really very nice, thank you very much ##### Almuth Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Exceptional accommodation Delightful and unique stay and great setting for visiting the surrounding area. you can visit Hever castle, Rochester, Reculver fort and Canterbury Marlowe theatre. Hosts very helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lovely place to stay,great views looking down Medway,can be a bit noisy from motorway bridge nearby,really needs to offer breakfast as its not cheap just for a bed but staying on an old boat looking down the Medway and Rochester makes the price more bearable. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4172b35e-f4a2-488e-977c-21f8b6f4f883-1753731474866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Surrounding wasn't that great but its a working harbor, beautiful boat. Quite and chilled if we are down that way we will definitely go back. ##### Amy Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recommend!! Very nice stay on this lovely boat! My parents had one of the double rooms and myself and the kids had the apartment. We were made very welcome by the owners. The boat was well equipped and beautifully decorated. The kids also loved that there was a basketball hoop & football goal they could use. Everyone was happy. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Absolutely amazing and unique stay, the view, the comfort and the history of the ship were all genuinely wonderful. We arrived on the hottest day of the year so far and the lovely hosts kindly ungraded us to the much larger self catering accommodation as this was much cooler and was much appreciated! Everything was just amazing! ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely, unique location and host was amazing ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65AC949FA9F8988026CBC5965E22DA7E6142602A1717071602414.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0F3DA74F0EB0F04C819E742EA40A54ABD012AD8A1717071608456.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Nick Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I know the area really well, as I used to live nearby. The surrounding area doesn’t have a great deal to do, but if you have a car there’s plenty of choice within a few miles. I was visiting my mother, and wasn’t looking for entertainment. Fancied staying on a boat, which was good Amazing river views, especially the first night as it was 33c and beautiful to sit outside on the deck area. . ![Evening views. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/168518c0-72fa-4377-b4bc-99ae0fc109ab-1753031535578.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6cde7e19-9a24-46b0-981a-4afd7849bdec-1753031533093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/23d1fdd1-1c24-43b8-9008-95f0277fe1fa-1753031535614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0f95adb8-00cc-4cc3-8a95-cc438d828d5e-1753031537256.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemary Dec 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unique and special historical accomodation,great ,ication and fine hosts ##### Rosemary Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owners were very welcoming and the boat was a lovely experience that we hope to repeat in the near future. Breakfast was delicious and served with a happy smile. ##### Judith Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve Jan 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing We had a lovely stay, great place, really nice views and really nice host. Great breakfast too. ##### Steve Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terence Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unique place Unique place to stay. Owners were both very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. ##### Terence Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina Jun 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved the experience! The host was terrific. ##### Cristina Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Simply beautiful, as a native to the area and someone who has worked in multiple hotels in the area I have to say that this was a refreshing surprise and the entire family enjoyed their stay. From the unique setting to the warm hospitality shown by the owners, not to mention the amazing breakfast, it was a beautiful stay in a beautiful setting with comfort to equal the views. We cannot wait to come back again! ##### Ben Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### P Oct 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Delightful find Very helpful check in.Good breakfast in an interesting location.A piece of history.Close to a good local pub and a nice walk into town ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0ED2B20F744B6807E3F892E5AF5429152EB978181729857026377.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9F82B331D7951414F573BD7A84D38DF1DCD0CD631729857049015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### P Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alvyn Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The property is very different to a hotel I would say quirky very unique being the last wooden hull lightship remaining Very friendly owners who live on board warm and cosy when blowing a gale as it did when we stayed Difficult to find in the dark needs more signage to direct you ##### Alvyn Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very cosy and warm, steep steps up to room and parking a few minutes walk away. A wonderful view to wake up to overlooking the river Medway. No breakfast inc and it’s not clear reading the other reviews, I think it’s overpriced without breakfast. We enjoyed our stay but I wouldn’t stay here again unfortunately. If you are a light sleeper noisy traffic in the background also. The host was friendly. ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful find. Very impressed, everything was perfect. The room was amazing, especially waking up to the views in the sunshine. Everything we needed and the room was spotless. All the little details have been thought of. The breakfast was yummy and the owners very friendly. We even had a text the evening we arrived asking us what time we would like breakfast and the options available. Such a lovely personal touch. Will definitely go back and recommend to others. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Victor Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely accommodation. Very lovely hosts. Very good breakfast . Comfy bed. Unfortunately close to M2 bridge and rail line. Relaxing with constant back ground noise . And i would say not in a marina more a boat yard. Not a problem for us but need to be aware very steep stairs to upper deck. ##### Victor Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin Sep 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unique & Great Location! We had a warm welcome from the moment that we got there. The room was so bright with windows/doors down to sides of the room. All that yoj would need. A lovely sun deck to to relax on and enjoy the late summer sun. Location for Rochester City center & surrounding area was spot on. In the morning the continental breakfast was really good to start the day. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/991FAEF40B3CF0643A9EDF57572AB8B75687C3C01694808518767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BA56B48E22AAC6BF40B4D26DF28976384A357A351694808583270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5F1D0491B7E194333D625CE08752023A55137A961694808651465.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/CB44D3AF1C07CA52E424226A003962919D5894561694808676439.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juliette Feb 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a such a wonderful time on this beautiful family run boat. My husband and I stayed in the comfort quadruple room with our two young boys aged 6 and 8 to explore Diggerland and Rochester a few minutes away. We were even able to spend a day at Port Lympne Safari an hour' drive during the half-term break. Jeremy and his wife were so warm and hospitable and every little detail on the boat is exceptional. We looked forward to the fresh breakfasts every morning from croissants, pastries, breads, yoghurts, fresh fruit and best of all themed pancakes what the boys loved. Thank you for a memorable stay! ##### Juliette Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina Sep 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Feel of the Med on the Medway 😎 What a treat staying on a boat! Well worth it. So glad we chose this place. At a marina so a little out of the way. Lovely food at The White Horse Borstal. Hope to return. Need to have reasonable mobility because of steps and hill up to the pub. Jeremy and family were great hosts. We hope to return soon. Thanks for your hospitality. The breakfast was superb. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87CDFECFF7B9A561E4BAC81AC094442D23A255171695040999597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3C8A69E52995039FF34DFD75C1470A67A22B70C41695041055272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/18C6C35A4B2AF0831AFF234CF141DDE788933BCD1695041315985.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alessandra Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Disappointing The houseboat is located in a marina which looks a bit rundown, a car is absolutely necessary to go to Rochester or any other nearby village. The owners have been renovating the property for the past few years and indeed our room was nicely decorated and clean. Unfortunately though the boathouse is located next to a highway bridge and the noise is just unbearable. We booked our room in November 2024 for a stay in July 2025 on a B&B basis. At our greatest surprise we were told that they no longer serve breakfast but that they would get back to us after our departure to agree on a partial refund. They never did. We contacted Hotels.com and instead of helping out they simply said they could not get hold of the owners… So we ended up paying 135€ for a one night stay without breakfast (extremely expensive for a room only rate) and had to go to Rochester and pay an additional 23£ to have breakfast! That was deeply disappointing. If the owners had decided to no longer serve breakfast they should have informed Hotels.com and the incoming customers and have the latter decide whether they wanted to keep their reservation. As simple as that. Hospitality is after all a profession… ##### Alessandra Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Thorsten Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Außergewöhnlich, mal was anderes... Eine Nacht auf dem Schiff im Hafen ist mal was anderes. Zwei Zimmer stehen zur Buchung zur Verfügung, davon ein Familienzimmer mit einem Hochbett. Zimmer und Bad sind liebevoll eingerichtet. Frühstück gibt es unter Deck, im warmen Sommer sicherlich auch auf Deck. Gastgeben leben selbst auf dem Schiff und sind sehr freundlich und nett. Gesicherter Parkplatz auf dem Hafengelände ist fussläufig zu erreichen. Der Ort Rochester ist per zu Fuß oder per Auto (schneller) zu erreichen. Gerne wieder... ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1632BD5CFF861CC01B4EFF11977A19007AE1E5AB1723107935600.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EE115C619F0063CE962961E2AA5CF0595C4801F01723107935565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3DFBE0D36A5AC6037896E3F0B1F5A7E3DD974F7E1723107936074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Thorsten Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Michael Jul 1, 2024 👎 ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Peterborough by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Peterborough.h281577.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Peterborough.h2928593.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Milton Keynes](https://www.expedia.ca/Milton-Keynes-Hotels-Novotel-Milton-Keynes.h892420.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Lumley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Le-Street-Hotels-Lumley-Castle-Hotel.h175571.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Crawley-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-London-Gatwick-Hotel.h6579.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information)