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ibis budget Portsmouth
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Hotel in Southsea, Portsmouth · 1176.35 km from centre

    7.8

     

    1,006 reviews

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    With a stay at ibis budget Portsmouth in Portsmouth (Southsea), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Fratton Park and a 2-minute drive from University of Portsmouth. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kings Theatre and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Portsmouth Guildhall.

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    Buckatree Hall Hotel
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    Hotel in Telford · 1191.39 km from centre

      7.8

       

      813 reviews

      With a stay at Buckatree Hall Hotel in Telford, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Wellington Civic and Leisure Centre and Sunnycroft. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from New Bucks Head Stadium and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from The Wrekin.

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      Ramada by Wyndham Wakefield
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      Hotel in Ossett · 1099.50 km from centre

        7.8

         

        1,001 reviews

        Breakfast available

        Located in Ossett, Ramada by Wyndham Wakefield is a 5-minute drive from Thornes Park Athletics Stadium and 5 minutes from Wakefield Theatre Royal. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from University of Leeds and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Wakefield Cathedral.

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        Cranfield Management Development Centre
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        Hotel in Cranfield, Bedford · 1089.76 km from centre

          9.0

           

          615 reviews

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          Located in Bedford, Cranfield Management Development Centre is within a 15-minute drive of Woburn Safari Park and National Bowl. This hotel is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Bletchley Park and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cranfield University.

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          Mercure Hotel & Residenz Checkpoint Charlie
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          Hotel in Berlin · 255.87 km from centre

            9.2

             

            1,005 reviews

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            With a stay at Mercure Hotel & Residenz Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin (Mitte), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Friedrichstrasse and Checkpoint Charlie. This spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gendarmenmarkt and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Brandenburg Gate.

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            The Lindsey Hotel
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            Hotel in Scunthorpe · 1043.14 km from centre

              6.0

               

              17 reviews

              With a stay at The Lindsey Hotel in Scunthorpe, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Plowright Theatre and The Baths Hall. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from North Lincolnshire Museum and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Normanby Hall Country Park.

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              Lovat Hotel
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              Hotel in Perth · 1197.46 km from centre

                7.0

                 

                299 reviews

                With a stay at Lovat Hotel in Perth, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Perth Ice Rink and Perth Leisure Pool. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from St. Ninian's Cathedral and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Perth Theatre.

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                Hinsley Hall
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                Hotel in Headingley, Leeds · 1097.91 km from centre

                  9.0

                   

                  873 reviews

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                  With a stay at Hinsley Hall in Leeds (Headingley), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Leeds and Hyde Park Picture House. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Headingley Stadium and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Leeds Beckett University.

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                  Dolphin Rooms
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                  Hotel in Cleethorpes · 1003.68 km from centre

                    8.4

                     

                    169 reviews

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                    Located in Cleethorpes, Dolphin Rooms is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Cleethorpes Beach and Cleethorpes Promenade. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Cleethorpes Leisure Centre and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Cleethorpes Boating Lake.

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                    Bell Hotel by Greene King Inns
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                    Inn in Tewkesbury · 1192.13 km from centre

                      7.8

                       

                      570 reviews

                      Located in Tewkesbury, Bell Hotel by Greene King Inns is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Tewkesbury Abbey and Victoria Gardens. This inn is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Cheltenham Racecourse and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Roses Theatre.

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                      SC Club Village
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                      Hotel in Malta, Pembroke · 2069.14 km from centre

                        7.8

                         

                        124 reviews

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                        With a stay at SC Club Village in Pembroke (St. Andrew's), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of St George's Beach and Sliema Promenade. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Mellieha Bay and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Malta Experience.

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                        Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns
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                        Inn in Aberystwyth · 1300.93 km from centre

                          8.6

                           

                          801 reviews

                          Breakfast available

                          When you stay at Starling Cloud, Aberystwyth by Marston’s Inns in Aberystwyth, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Vale of Rheidol Railway and Plascrug Leisure Centre. This inn is 20.5 mi (33 km) from Eryri National Park and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Castle Grounds.

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                          Royal Whitby
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                          Hotel in West Cliff, Whitby · 1024.67 km from centre

                            8.2

                             

                            1,402 reviews

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                            When you stay at Royal Whitby in Whitby, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Whitby Beach and 12 minutes by foot from Whitby Harbour. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from North York Moors National Park and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Robin Hood's Bay Beach.

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                            Premier Inn Uttoxeter
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                            Hotel in Uttoxeter · 1140.17 km from centre

                              8.0

                               

                              6 reviews

                              With a stay at Premier Inn Uttoxeter in Uttoxeter, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Alton Towers and Redfern's Cottage Museum of Uttoxeter Life. This hotel is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Peak District National Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Uttoxeter Racecourse.

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                              The Bell Hotel Aylesbury
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                              Hotel in Aylesbury · 1112.55 km from centre

                                7.7

                                 

                                1,286 reviews

                                The Bell Hotel Aylesbury is located in Aylesbury and features a restaurant, a garden and a bar. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

                                All rooms feature a wardrobe, ironing facilities, tea/coffee making facilites and a flat-screen TV.

                                Oxford is 31 km from the accommodation, while Milton Keynes is 26 km from the property. London Luton Airport is 31 km away.

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                                The Old Bell
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                                Guest house in Shrewsbury · 1203.82 km from centre

                                  8.0

                                   

                                  1,012 reviews

                                  The Old Bell is set in the centre of Shrewsbury, 1.2 miles from the town’s railway station. Dating from 1780, this pub and hotel features a restaurant and contemporary rooms.

                                  The Old Bell offers modern, stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi, a kettle, tea and coffee-making facilities, heating and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom.

                                  You can enjoy creative English cuisine in the restaurant.

                                  The River Severn is within 15 minutes’ walk of the hotel. Shrewsbury Cathedral is 1 mile away.

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                                  Premier Inn Llantrisant
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                                  Hotel in Llantrisant, Pontyclun · 1289.93 km from centre

                                    9.4

                                     

                                    8 reviews

                                    Breakfast available

                                    With a stay at Premier Inn Llantrisant in Pontyclun (Llantrisant), you'll be a 2-minute drive from The Royal Mint Experience and 6 minutes from Llantrisant Castle. This hotel is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Principality Stadium and 15 mi (24.2 km) from Cardiff Bay.

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                                    a&o Manchester City Centre
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                                    Hotel in Manchester City Centre, Manchester · 1149.46 km from centre

                                      8.4

                                       

                                      1,012 reviews

                                      Breakfast available

                                      A stay at a&o Manchester City Centre places you in the heart of Manchester, within a 10-minute walk of Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Opera House. This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from University of Manchester and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Deansgate.

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                                      Gainsborough House Hotel
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                                      Hotel in Kidderminster · 1184.20 km from centre

                                        7.8

                                         

                                        272 reviews

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                                        With a stay at Gainsborough House Hotel in Kidderminster, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of West Midland Safari Park and Kidderminster Street Market. This hotel is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Black Country Living Museum and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Elgar Birthplace Museum.

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                                        Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1
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                                        Hotel in Newbridge · 1193.63 km from centre

                                          7.8

                                           

                                          162 reviews

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                                          Located in Newbridge, Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1 is within a 15-minute drive of Edinburgh Park and Edinburgh Zoo. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Royal Mile.

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                                          Secure a last minute summer getaway today

                                          Summer is prime time for ditching the daily grind and swapping your morning commute for a decent lie-in. We all know that sudden panic when July hits and your calendar is looking totally empty. But don't stress, booking last-minute is basically our superpower.

                                          You don't need to plan months in advance to find the best summer holiday destinations. We’re the place to book last-minute hotel deals, giving you the biggest range of accommodation to book last-minute at the best price. So grab your sun cream (or your umbrella, let's be real about the British weather) and let's get you sorted.

                                          UK summer holiday breaks

                                          Staying on home turf has its perks. No passport panics, no liquid limits at security, and you can pack as many pairs of shoes as your car boot allows. If you're after a classic seaside escape, just head down to Devon. Expect proper ice cream, top-tier pasties, and coastal views that don't even need an Instagram filter.

                                          Prefer pavement to sand? Summer city breaks are where it’s at. Hit up London for rooftop bars, massive parks, and West End shows. Or jump on a train to Manchester for gig venues and a food scene that easily rivals the capital. But if you want to swap the noise for some actual fresh air, the Lake District is calling your name. Pack your walking boots and tackle a fell or two.

                                          How to fill your out-of-office days

                                          A summer trip is whatever you want to make of it. Spend your days doing absolutely nothing on a sun lounger, or get your step count up hiking across national parks. If you've got the little ones in tow, tracking down summer holiday activities for kids that don't involve staring at a screen is the real goal. We’ve got loads of hotels near major theme parks to help you out. Book a spot near Alton Towers or Thorpe Park and let them burn off all that energy on the rollercoasters. You might even get a quiet car journey home out of it.

                                          Fancy a summer holiday abroad?

                                          Sometimes you just need to guarantee the sunshine. Heading abroad gives you the ultimate excuse to switch your phone to aeroplane mode and properly clock off. When we talk about top summer holiday destinations, places like Spain and Greece are massive crowd-pleasers for a reason. You get reliable rays, decent pools, and the chance to eat your body weight in local carbs. Spend your mornings exploring old towns, your afternoons asleep in the shade, and your evenings working your way through the local cocktail menu.

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                                          Your summer holiday questions answered

                                          What are the best cheap summer holiday destinations in Europe?

                                          You don't need to empty your bank account to get a decent tan. If you're hunting for a bargain, Eastern Europe is a massive win. Places like Sunny Beach in Bulgaria offer ridiculously cheap pints and loads of sunshine. Portugal’s Algarve is also great for budget-friendly apartments and cheap eats, especially if you dodge the super touristy strips. And for a cheap city fix, Krakow or Prague have brilliant food and cheap drinks, even if you are swapping the beach for a town square.


                                          What are the best summer holiday destinations for families?

                                          When you've got kids to keep happy, you want easy flights and short transfers. Majorca is a massive hit because it practically runs on family tourism. The beaches are safe, the flight is short, and there are waterparks everywhere. If you want to stay in the UK, Cornwall is a classic shout. Rock pooling, surfing lessons, and eating chips out of paper on the seafront never gets old.

                                          What are the best summer holiday destinations for couples?

                                          Ditch the kids' clubs and go somewhere a bit more grown-up. The Amalfi Coast in Italy is basically built for romance, with its cliffside restaurants and serious pasta game. If you want something a bit more laid-back, Santorini gives you those massive caldera views and brilliant sunsets. Closer to home, a sneaky weekend away in Bath offers rooftop spa sessions and loads of great pubs to hide away in.

                                          In fact, we conducted a data-led study to find out which European city is the easiest to visit with children. In the study, we found that Copenhagen was the easiest and most enjoyable family city break!

                                          What are some underrated summer holiday destinations?

                                          Skip the usual suspects and head somewhere slightly off the radar. Albania is having a massive moment right now, offering Riviera vibes for a fraction of the price of Greece or Italy. Montenegro is another brilliant shout, with massive mountains meeting super clear water. If you're keeping it UK-bound, Northumberland is criminally overlooked. It's got massive, empty beaches, castles everywhere, and you won't have to fight for a parking space.

                                          When is the best time to book a summer holiday?

                                          Honestly, whenever you want! With LateRooms, you don't have to be that person who maps out their August trip in January. Our whole thing is being the place to book last-minute hotel deals. Waiting until the final few weeks can actually score you some brilliant prices as hotels look to fill up their empty rooms. Keep your dates a bit flexible, check out our latest offers, and you'll easily bag a bargain!

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