Waterways Holidays Reviews 479

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick call back to go through everything and an obvious focus on our safety and comfort. Confirmation email received immediately payment was made. Friendly, efficient and professional - what more... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to book, quick response after pressing book from a lady who called to take payment, much preferred this way rather than having to input details on booking site. Very polite, and exp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A professional service Mark, the chap who rang us to confirm & take the deposit was very professional yet had a friendly & kind attitude. He gave us information & advice that was clear & easy to un... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We rang from Australia to book a 7 day narrowboat hire with Waterways Holidays.Trudi took our call and was excellent. She explained everything about the booking process and answered all our questio... See more

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Company details

  1. Boat Tour Agency
  2. Holiday Accommodation Service
  3. Holiday Apartment Rental
  4. Self-Catering Accommodation
  5. Vacation Home Rental Agency
  6. Vacation Rental

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Waterways Holidays specialise in offering self-drive boating holidays on the UK canals, rivers and Norfolk Broads. Offering over 1,800 boats from a choice of 80 different start locations in England, Scotland and Wales, we can find a holiday afloat to suit everyone. The types of boats offered include narrowboats, cruisers and yachts (both modern and traditional) and no previous boating experience is required as full instruction is provided at the start of your holiday. We also offer boating holidays on the waterways of France, Germany and Portugal for those looking to venture a little further afield.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service for booking process

Very clear and simple instructions for making a booking request online. Followed up with a phone call from the company; the lady who dealt with my booking was very polite and helpful, giving full information about what was included in the reservation and all terms and conditions etc.. She also took time to find out answer to a question I had regarding particular facilities; she made enquiries with the boat operator on my behalf and then phoned me back within half an hour with the answer.

May 30, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to search and book

Easy to search and book via the website. Offered the best price and the lady who rang me to confirm the booking was clear with the information about my booking. She was also really friendly, polite and answered my questions.

Overall the booking process was swift and simple.

June 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process

Once we’d reserved our holiday online we got a callback as soon as the office was open. Everything was gone through and explained clearly and we were able to book and pay for our holiday over the phone with no problems.

May 15, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Christine. We wish you a very relaxing boating holiday.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Polite lady that sorted out our booking and answered our questions. Responded to our emails quickly.

May 5, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Derek..Have a fantastic holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer Service

The lady I spoke to was extremely helpful, letting us know best Airport to fly into and how to get to the boat yard, plus shopping online is a good idea, we didn't think of that!
So Thankyou for your great customer service.

April 29, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Lynn. So pleased we could help you plan your ideal boating holiday. Have a great trip

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great booking experience

The young lady who phoned me was extremely helpful and explained everything, also the response times in sending over all the information could not be faulted - not gone on trip yet but hopefully all as smooth as booking the trip.

May 1, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Garry. Have a wonderful holiday

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great selection of boats but cost little high

Great selection of boats across wide departures points. Cost was high and it was little painful to complete booking as I had to call to complete booking, would have liked it be fully online. In addition lack of cancellable options mean 100% cost needs to be paid upfront which is not ideal.

March 22, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your feedback Deepak. We do like to discuss each booking with our guests if possible to ensure that everything is as you would expect from your chosen boat and start location but we can also send a secure payment link in most cases if this is not possible. Have a very enjoyable holiday and thank you again for your helpful feedback

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

online enquiry to booking I was impressed communication

From an online enquiry to booking I was impressed with Heather who answered every enquiry and send more information as I was doing more research needed more guidance on boat and location to start journey which was answered given being located in Australia

February 14, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Craig. We are delighted to hear that Heather was able to answer all of your questions. Your kind feedback has been passed on to her

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic information

Fantastic information. Clear explanations and process. All questions answered. It felt as though I was treated as an individual rather than a credit card!

January 24, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Angie. We really appreciate your comments. Have a wonderful holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very simple and pleasant process…

Very simple process and very enjoyable to deal and talk with an individual about the booking and the holiday. Very positive and pleasant experience and the system worked perfectly

January 16, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much Jane. It is wonderful to receive such possible feedback

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We got a very quick answer with all the…

We got a very quick answer with all the informations we needed. Thank you very much for your help.

January 20, 2025
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your lovely feedback and 5 star review Margrith. Have a great holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Boating booking

Very lovely lady on the telephone,name was Kelly Hawes,explained ever thing perfectly,very helpful on all aspects.

October 19, 2024
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