Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Douglas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Douglas

With 26 218 inhabitants, Douglas is the most populous city in the Isle of Man. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Douglas has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Douglas

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When to visit Douglas

Douglas in January
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Douglas in January
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Douglas

Plane

When flying to Douglas, you’ll arrive at Isle of Man Airport, Ronaldsway (IOM), which is located 12 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Douglas include easyJet, Loganair and British Airways. The shortest flight to Douglas from the United Kingdom departs from Liverpool and takes around 40m.

Plane

When flying to Douglas, you’ll arrive at Isle of Man Airport, Ronaldsway (IOM), which is located 12 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Douglas include easyJet, Loganair and British Airways. The shortest flight to Douglas from the United Kingdom departs from Liverpool and takes around 40m.

Airports near Douglas

IOMCastletown Ronaldsway

Airlines serving Douglas

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)
Blue Islands
Good (8 reviews)
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Where to stay in Douglas

Average rates range from around £84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £151 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Douglas

Most booked hotels in Douglas

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Comis Hotel & Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£124+
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The Empress Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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The Sefton
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Ellan Vannin Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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The Hydro Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£126+
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Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£75+
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Hiring a car in Douglas

Hiring a car in Douglas costs £55 per day, on average, or £166 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Castletown Ronaldsway.

Hiring a car in Douglas costs £55 per day, on average, or £166 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Castletown Ronaldsway.

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