South East England Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dover Castle featuring heritage architecture and château or palace
White Cliffs of Dover showing a pebble beach, rugged coastline and landscape views
Dover Castle featuring château or palace and heritage architecture
Historic Dockyard Chatham featuring interior views
Walmer Castle and Gardens which includes a bridge and château or palace as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in South East England

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Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Museums, historical sites and theatres are some highlights of Oxford City Centre. Make a stop by Covered Market or New Theatre Oxford while you're exploring.

Oxford City Centre
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Southampton City Centre

4/5(26 area reviews)

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip.

Southampton City Centre
Brighton which includes heritage architecture

Brighton City Centre

4/5(24 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Brighton Lanes while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
Kennet & Avon Canal featuring a bridge and a river or creek

Reading City Centre

4/5(6 area reviews)

Reading City Centre is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Reading Museum and Town Hall and Oracle while in the area.

Reading City Centre
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Central Milton Keynes

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Central Milton Keynes is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Milton Keynes Shopping Centre and Milton Keynes Theatre while you're in town.

Central Milton Keynes
Royal Marines Museum which includes heritage elements

Southsea

Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Wedgewood Rooms while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Southsea
Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

3 out of 5
South Terminal, Gatwick Airport Gatwick England
The price is NZ$244 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
NZ$244
7 Jan - 8 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatwick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,623 reviews)
Room was clean & set up. It was smaller than expected. Coffee machines just near my room very convenient & reception desk helpful

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport
pentahotel Reading

pentahotel Reading

4 out of 5
Oxford Road Reading England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$187 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$187
9 Jan - 10 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Reading. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Big rooms, great showers, friendly staff, awesome breakfast. Really a perfect hotel

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

pentahotel Reading
Hilton London Gatwick Airport

Hilton London Gatwick Airport

4 out of 5
South Terminal Gatwick Airport Gatwick England
The price is NZ$240 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$240
6 Jan - 7 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatwick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,906 reviews)
Continental breakfast in the Executive Lounge was mediocre. No water. Poor coffee machine, dry chewy bacon. Surely Hilton you can do better. Otherwise we had a good stay in a good hotel.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,181 reviews)
The room was clean with sufficient sunlight and communication was professional.We did not have to wait a long time for meals after ordering.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

room2 Southampton Hometel
Numa Brighton Pavilion

Numa Brighton Pavilion

4 out of 5
17 Jubilee Street Brighton England
Stay at this boutique aparthotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,044 reviews)
Super comfy bed, great communication, clean

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Numa Brighton Pavilion
Your Apartment Milton Keynes

Your Apartment Milton Keynes

3 out of 5
N Second St Milton Keynes England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Milton Keynes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Bowl and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (18 reviews)
The location is great and the communication is good, but the gym is a bit small.

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Your Apartment Milton Keynes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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