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. Hemel Hempstead deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Hemel Hempstead departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Hemel Hempstead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 miles from Hemel Hempstead. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Hemel Hempstead, you’ll arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Hemel Hempstead departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Hemel Hempstead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 miles from Hemel Hempstead. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Hemel Hempstead

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Hemel Hempstead

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,493 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,073 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,357 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hemel Hempstead

Average rates range from around £85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £226 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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Holiday Inn London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hampton by Hilton London Luton Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Boxmoor Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead M1, Jct. 8 By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Spark by Hilton Luton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead

Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead costs £29 per day, on average, or £57 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.45 and £24.60. 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 Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Hemel Hempstead costs £29 per day, on average, or £57 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.45 and £24.60. 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 Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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