Douglas travel guide

Douglas Tourism | Douglas Guide

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.

Activities & attractions in Douglas

When to visit Douglas

Douglas in February
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Douglas in February
Estimated hotel price
£57
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 Loganair, easyJet 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 Loganair, easyJet and British Airways. The shortest flight to Douglas from the United Kingdom departs from Liverpool and takes around 40m.

Airports near Douglas

Airlines serving Douglas

KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (765 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,439 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
Alsie Express
Excellent (3 reviews)

Where to stay in Douglas

Average rates range from around £84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £161 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Douglas

Most booked hotels in Douglas

Hq Bar & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£90+
The Empress Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£111+
The Sefton
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£86+
The Hydro Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£108+
The Chesterhouse
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£74+
Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£87+

Hiring a car in Douglas

Hiring a car in Douglas costs £56 per day, on average, or £167 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Douglas, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Douglas costs £56 per day, on average, or £167 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Douglas, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.