South East England Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dover Castle showing a castle and heritage architecture
White Cliffs of Dover which includes a pebble beach, rugged coastline and landscape views
Dover Castle featuring heritage architecture and a castle
Historic Dockyard Chatham which includes interior views
Walmer Castle and Gardens which includes a bridge and a castle 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(131 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(584 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(966 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 which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Reading City Centre

4/5(193 area reviews)

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

Reading City Centre
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Central Milton Keynes

4/5(172 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 Kings Theatre 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 ฿3,368 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
฿3,368
฿4,041 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
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! (4,593 reviews)
Staff were lovely and the room was beautifully clean

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport
Hilton London Gatwick Airport

Hilton London Gatwick Airport

4 out of 5
South Terminal Gatwick Airport Gatwick England
The price is ฿3,474 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
฿3,474
฿4,169 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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! (3,854 reviews)
Overall good place to stay if you are travelling from Gatwick

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
pentahotel Reading

pentahotel Reading

4 out of 5
Oxford Road Reading England
The price is ฿2,617 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
฿2,617
฿3,140 total
28 Dec - 29 Dec
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
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! (1,178 reviews)
Staff was great and the room was really nice. I was impressed by the design and it was spacious

Reviewed on 20 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! (1,042 reviews)
Clean room simple remote check in. Convenient location Will use again

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Numa Brighton Pavilion
Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels

Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels

4 out of 5
11 Queen Square Brighton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Brighton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Brighton Beach and Brighton Marina are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
Spotless very helpful staff excellent

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Q Square by Supercity Aparthotels
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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