UK Hotels
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Borrowdale Gates Hotel Review – A Luxury Lake District Escape in Borrowdale
Location Borrowdale Gates Hotel enjoys an enviable location in the picturesque Borrowdale Valley, one of the most scenic parts of the Lake District National Park. Surrounded by dramatic mountains, peaceful woodland and stunning walking routes, it provides the ideal base for exploring Keswick, Derwentwater, Buttermere, Grasmere and many of the region’s best-loved attractions. Whether you’re…
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Park Head Hotel, Bishop Auckland Review
About I’d heard wonderful things about Park Head Hotel before visiting, but what really drew me in was its connection to the incredible regeneration of Bishop Auckland. The hotel is part of the wider vision of the Auckland Project, a charity dedicated to transforming the town into a cultural and heritage destination. It’s inspiring to…
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Holiday Extras: Park, Stay & Fly Doubletree by Hilton Manchester Airport Review
For anyone facing an early morning flight from Manchester Airport, I’d highly recommend considering a Holiday Extras Park, Stay & Fly package. Ours included an overnight stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport, located directly beside the airport, along with overnight parking in the hotel’s own secure car park and Meet & Greet parking for the duration…
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Star Castle Hotel, St Mary’s, Isles of Scilly Review
Location The Star Castle Hotel is one of the most distinctive places to stay in the Isles of Scilly, sitting high on the Garrison overlooking Hugh Town harbour on St Mary’s. From its elevated position, the hotel enjoys sweeping views across the water, with boats coming and going throughout the day and the neighbouring islands visible on the…
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Kilbirnie Hotel, Newquay Review
Location The Kilbirnie Hotel sits in a prime elevated position overlooking the coastline of Newquay, giving guests sweeping Atlantic views and easy access to beaches and the town centre. The hotel offers a lovely British seaside experience with fresh sea air, coastal walks and acts as an ideal base for exploring further afield. Getting there Reaching…
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Maldron Hotel Newcastle Review
Location The Maldron Hotel enjoys a superb location in the heart of Newcastle city centre, making it an excellent base for both business and leisure travellers. For those arriving by train, Newcastle Central Station is just a five minute walk away, allowing for a very easy arrival and departure experience. The hotel’s central position places…
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Rest at the Nest County Durham Review: Our Stay in the Wren Treehouse
Location: Nestled in the peaceful countryside of County Durham, Rest at the Nest offers the perfect opportunity to switch off from the demands of everyday life and reconnect with nature. Set amongst rolling fields and overlooking a tranquil pond and surrounding countryside, this luxury retreat feels wonderfully secluded while still being within easy reach of…
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The Fell Hotel, Burnsall Review
Location: Tucked away in the picture-perfect village of Burnsall, North Yorkshire, The Fell Hotel enjoys one of the most enviable settings in the Yorkshire Dales. Surrounded by rolling green hills, dry stone walls and winding country roads, it feels wonderfully remote without being difficult to reach. Burnsall is located 12 miles from Ilkley and approximately…
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Sauchope Links Crail Luxury Lodge Review: Coastal Stay in Fife
Location: Sauchope Links is located just outside Crail in the eastern lowlands of Scotland. Situated directly on the Fife Coastal Path a stay here makes getting out on foot very easy as it’s only a 15 minute walk into Crail along the waters edge. Arrival and Check-in: Sauchope Links is accessed via a country lane on the…
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Holiday Extras: Park, Stay & Fly – Sofitel London Heathrow Review
We’d arranged early morning flights from Heathrow airport and rather than making an early start from home we opted to book a package with Holiday Extras offering parking and overnight accommodation. Purple Parking at Heathrow Airport Purple Parking at Heathrow airport T2 and T3 is one of the most convenient airport car parks around. We…
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The Corner London City Hotel Review
Location: Situated on Adler Street in the vibrant East End, The Corner London City Hotel enjoys an excellent location for visitors wanting to experience a slightly different side of London. The hotel sits within easy walking distance of Aldgate East Underground station, which makes getting around the city quick and convenient. From there, the London Underground connects to central London attractions…
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Hoburne Cotswold Reach Luxury Lodge Review
Hoburne Cotswold Holiday Park is located within the scenic Cotswold Water Park at South Cerney, Gloucestershire comprising Hoburne Cotswold and the recently opened Cotswold Reach where we had been invited to stay. Getting there: We found it very easy to reach the Hoburne Cotswold Holiday Park from the north as we just needed to leave the…
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The Fish Hotel, Cotswolds Review
Location: The Fish Hotel is nestled on a hillside within the 500 acre private Farncombe estate in Worcestershire and comprises a collection of luxurious country house styled rooms, cosy hideaway huts and treehouses. Arrival and Check-in: The Fish Hotel is located near Broadway in The Cotswolds and was easy to reach by car as we…
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The Imperial Hotel Blackpool Review
Location: Standing proudly along Blackpool’s North Promenade, the hotel’s grand Victorian façade immediately sets the tone for a historic stay. First opened in 1867, the Imperial has hosted an extraordinary roll call of guests, from Charles Dickens to Winston Churchill, members of the Royal Family and international leaders. Arrival and check-in: We arrived by train and as it was…
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The Doubletree by Hilton Stoke-on-Trent Hotel Review
Hotel Review Location: The Doubletree by Hilton Stoke-on-Trent is situated close to the M6 motorway enabling easy access from the North West and Midlands. The hotel is located on the edge of Festival Park to the west of Hanley and with Waterworld on its doorstep and the Alton Towers theme park being only a 35…
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The Malvern Hills Hotel, Worcestershire Review
Location: The Malvern Hills Hotel is situated on the A449 midway between Malvern and Ledbury and commands a spectacular location next to the Malvern Hills British Camp hillside. A hostelry has occupied the same spot for over 500 years and this charming old building holds a special place within the landscape and local heritage. Arrival…
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Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, Malvern Review
Dating back to the early 16th century, Stanbrook Abbey Hotel was the former home of a closed order of Benedictine Nuns from 1838-2009. With dwindling numbers, the 26 acre estate became too difficult for the nuns to manage so they moved to a new, purpose built convent in North Yorkshire which retains the same name.…
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Holiday Extras: Park, Stay & Fly – Sofitel London Gatwick Review
We’d arranged morning flights from Gatwick airport and rather than making an early start from home we opted to book a package with Holiday Extras offering parking and overnight accommodation. It was easy to locate the Cophall Parking which was just six miles from the airport. As instructed, we parked in the reception area, unloaded…
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Loch Tay Highland Lodges, Scotland Review
Location: The award winning Loch Tay Highland Lodges are located four miles from Killin in Perthshire, occupying an enviable position on the edge of Scotland’s sixth largest loch. Getting there: By car: From Glasgow, there are two routes to reach Killin. Follow the A82 north for 56 miles, by way of Loch Lomond and Crianlarich then…
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Hotel Indigo Dundee Review
Hotel Review Hotel Indigo Dundee is a four star boutique hotel set on the site of a former textile mill built in 1822, which still retains its Italianate bell tower. Location: Dundee is Scotland’s fourth largest city and is situated on the north coast of the mouth of the Tay Estuary. Edinburgh lies 60 miles…
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The William de Percy Inn, Northumberland Review
Location: The William de Percy is a luxury boutique hotel located in the pretty village of Otterburn, on the edge of the scenic Northumberland National Park. The hotel lies 30 miles north west of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and about 16 miles from the Scottish border. Arrival and Check-in: The smart grey and white former 17th century coaching…
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Wotton House Hotel, Dorking, Surrey Review
Hotel Review Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Surrey Hills countryside, Wotton House Hotel is a historic 17th century country house hotel set within 13 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. The hotel was originally the centre of the Wotton Estate and the birthplace of the diarist and landscape gardener John Evelyn, who constructed the first Italian garden in England…
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The Crown Hotel, Harrogate Review
Hotel Review Harrogate is a spa town in North Yorkshire noted for its beautiful parks, gardens, elegant buildings, Turkish baths, high class shops and tearooms. I recently had the pleasure of visiting the town and staying at the beautiful The Crown Hotel. Location: The Crown Hotel sits in the heart of the beautiful town of…
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The Milner Hotel, York Review
Hotel Review The Milner Hotel started life in 1853 during the early days of the the British railway era under the ownership of the North Eastern Railway Company. This grand old station hotel was sold off from the railways in 1982 and after varied ownership its latest rebrand as The Milner took place in October…
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