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

Hemel Hempstead travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hemel Hempstead

With a population of 85.629, Hemel Hempstead is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hemel Hempstead to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Hemel Hempstead

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Where to Eat in Hemel Hempstead

If you’re looking for affordable options, Green Man Hemel Hempstead (Leverstock Green Road) and The Cochin Indian Restaurant (61 High St) are great picks.

When to visit Hemel Hempstead

Hemel Hempstead in January
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hemel Hempstead in January
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hemel Hempstead

Plane

When flying to Hemel Hempstead, you’ll arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Hemel Hempstead departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Hemel Hempstead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 36 km from Hemel Hempstead. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Hemel Hempstead, you’ll arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Hemel Hempstead departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Hemel Hempstead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 36 km from Hemel Hempstead. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Hemel Hempstead

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Hemel Hempstead

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,694 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,453 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hemel Hempstead

Average rates range from around £89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £216 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hemel Hempstead

Most booked hotels in Hemel Hempstead

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Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Holiday Inn London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Boxmoor Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead M1, Jct. 8 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Holiday Inn Express Hemel Hempstead By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead

Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead costs £26 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Hemel Hempstead (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.07. The most frequently booked car type in Hemel Hempstead is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead costs £26 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Hemel Hempstead (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.07. The most frequently booked car type in Hemel Hempstead is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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