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Luxury hotels in United Kingdom

A curated list of 5-star luxury hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in June 2026.

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in United Kingdom. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 The Beach House Boutique Hotel Sunderland, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Set in Sunderland, 300 metres from Roker Beach, The Beach House Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a bowling alley. The property is allergy-free and is located 2.5 km from Stadium of Light. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a patio. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Beach House Boutique Hotel also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a city view. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for fishing. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 18 km from The Beach House Boutique Hotel, while The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is 18 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 30 km from the property.

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  • 2 Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel Snowdonia, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Located in Dolgellau and with Portmeirion reachable within 38 km, Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. Built in 19th century, this 5-star hotel is within 41 km of Lake Vyrnwy and 26 km of Castell y Bere. The hotel features family rooms. Show full description

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  • 3 Channel View Boutique Hotel - Adults Only Paignton, United Kingdom

    Channel View Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

    ***** Hotel. Channel View Boutique Hotel - Adults Only has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Paignton. This 5-star hotel offers a range of water sports facilities, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is situated 200 metres from Preston Sands Beach. Show full description

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  • 4 1820 Boutique Rooms & Suites Blackpool, United Kingdom

    1820 Boutique Rooms & Suites

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Blackpool. Well situated in the centre of Blackpool, 1820 Boutique Rooms & Suites offers 5-star accommodation close to Blackpool South Beach and Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The property is set 1. Show full description

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  • 5 Seawood House Boutique Hotel Exmoor, United Kingdom

    Seawood House Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Situated in the small town of Lynton, by the estuary of West Lyn River and next to the Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, Seawood House Boutique Hotel boasts elegant rooms with sea view, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor seating area with panoramic views, and free parking. Each room at Seawood House Boutique Hotel features a flat-screen Sky TV, an en suite bathroom, and a hospitality tray. Rooms offer scenic views of the Bristol Channel. Show full description

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  • 6 Bathen House Boutique Hotel Bath, United Kingdom

    Bathen House Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Providing free on-site car parking in Bath, Bathen House provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. Built in 1910, the property is within 2 km of Royal Crescent and 2.2 km of The Circus Bath. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 160 GBP.

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  • 7 The Manor Boutique Hotel Restaurant and Bar Clwyd, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Set in Conwy, 10 km from Llandudno Pier, The Manor Boutique Hotel Restaurant and Bar offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 39 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway, 42 km from Snowdon and 10 km from Bodnant Garden. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Bodelwyddan Castle. Show full description

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  • 8 Ennios Boutique Hotel New Forest, United Kingdom

    Ennios Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Southampton. Opposite the Red Funnel ferry terminal and just minutes from the city centre and cruise terminals, Ennios is an Italian restaurant with boutique bedrooms that offer luxurious comfort. Ennios is a converted warehouse facing the old waterfront and Southampton Water. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 691 GBP.

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  • 9 Dunluce Lodge - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Londonderry County, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Set in Portrush, 1.4 km from Whiterocks Beach, Dunluce Lodge - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Show full description

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  • 10 Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Fife, United Kingdom

    Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Situated in St Andrews, 600 metres from West Sands Beach, Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World features accommodation with a fitness centre, free valet parking and a private garden. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1. Show full description

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  • 11 Flemings Mayfair - Small Luxury Hotel of the World London, United Kingdom

    Flemings Mayfair - Small Luxury Hotel of the World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. *As one of the oldest of its kind in London, Flemings Mayfair - Small Luxury Hotel of the World is a 5-star boutique hotel located in the heart of fashionable Mayfair. The hotel includes the highly-acclaimed four AA Rosettes Ormer Mayfair Restaurant, overseen by Executive Chef Sofian Msetfi. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 587 GBP.

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  • 12 The Capital Hotel, Apartments & Townhouse - Small Luxury Hotels of The World London, United Kingdom

    The Capital Hotel, Apartments & Townhouse - Small Luxury Hotels of The World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. A 5-star hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge London, near Harrods and Harvey Nichols As one of London’s first boutique hotels we are proud members of Pride of Britain and Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The Capital hotel, Apartments & Townhouse prides itself on being epitome of authentic British hospitality, through our passionate staff who are dedicated to meeting your every need throughout your stay. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 311 GBP.

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  • 13 Vintry & Mercer Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World London, United Kingdom

    Vintry & Mercer Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Set 700 metres from St Paul's Cathedral, the five-star Vintry & Mercer in London offers a fitness centre and bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Sky Garden, Tower of London and Borough Market. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 346 GBP.

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  • 14 The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World London, United Kingdom

    The Ampersand Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. With its own Mediterranean restaurant and just a minute’s walk from South Kensington Underground Station, The Ampersand is a cosmopolitan hotel set in a large Victorian building. The hotel also has a gym and games room. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 207 GBP.

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  • 15 Tuddenham Mill Luxury Hotel Tuddenham, United Kingdom

    Tuddenham Mill Luxury Hotel

    ***** Hotel. This converted and refurbished watermill offers chic, elegant and stylish accommodation in an idyllic 12-acre countryside setting near Newmarket and Cambridge. With its exposed beams and 17th-century water wheel, Tuddenham Mill offers a unique environment with an air of sophisticated comfort and luxury. The modern rooms have Italian-style furniture, over-sized beds with feather duvets and Egyptian cotton sheets. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 112 GBP.

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  • 16 The Chelsea Townhouse by Iconic Luxury Hotels London, United Kingdom

    The Chelsea Townhouse by Iconic Luxury Hotels

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Offering traditional afternoon teas and indulgent breakfasts, the 5-star Draycott Hotel has luxury rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel is just off Sloane Square, in the heart of stylish Chelsea. Show full description

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  • 17 The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Bath, United Kingdom

    The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Bath. The Gainsborough Bath Spa - a YTL Hotel offers five-star accommodation in Bath. It is the only UK hotel with access to naturally heated thermal waters within its Spa Village. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 199 GBP.

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  • 18 The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Lothian, United Kingdom

    The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Offering stylish bedrooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, The Roseate Edinburgh is set over 2 Victorian townhouses, on opposite sides of the road, in Edinburgh's West End. This recently awarded 5-star property is located within 550 yards of Haymarket Railway Station and 15 minutes’ walk from central Edinburgh. The rooms offer free WiFi and private parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 1695 GBP.

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  • 19 The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Greater London, United Kingdom

    The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Situated in Bloomsbury in London's West End, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World comprises a collection of five Georgian townhouses combined into one hotel. Following a multi-million-pound interior refurbishment by YTL Hotels, The Academy - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is now a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 401 GBP.

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  • 20 The Gem Stansted Essex, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated less than 1 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, The Gem Stansted offers 5-star accommodation in Stansted Mountfitchet and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 34 km from Freeport Braintree, 36 km from Hedingham Castle and 37 km from Chelmsford Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Audley End House. Show full description

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  • 21 The General Tarleton North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Knaresborough, 10 km from Harrogate International Centre, The General Tarleton features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from Ripley Castle. Show full description

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  • 22 One Shore Street Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Featuring 5-star accommodation, One Shore Street is situated in Donaghadee, 29 km from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 29 km from Titanic Belfast. The property is around 29 km from SSE Arena, 10 km from Bangor Marina and 14 km from Clandeboye Estate. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from The Waterfront Hall. Show full description

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  • 23 Orchard Lodge North York Moors, United Kingdom

    Orchard Lodge

    ***** Hotel. Set in Cayton, 12 km from The Spa Scarborough, Orchard Lodge offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 13 km from Peasholm Park. Show full description

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  • 24 Knockinaam Lodge Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Knockinaam Lodge offers 5-star accommodation in Portpatrick and features a garden, private beach area and shared lounge. With a restaurant, the property also has a bar. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Show full description

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  • 25 Louma Country Hotel Dorset, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Located in Wootton Fitzpaine, 10 km from Golden Cap, Louma Country Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. Guest rooms in Louma Country Hotel are fitted with a hairdryer and an iPad. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace. Guests at Louma Country Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wootton Fitzpaine, like hiking. Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 8.2 km from the hotel, while Sherborne Old Castle is 44 km away. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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  • 26 100 Princes Street Lothian, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated conveniently in the centre of Edinburgh, 100 Princes Street offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free and is set less than 1 km from Royal Mile. Show full description

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  • 27 Fingal Hotel Lothian, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Located in Edinburgh, less than 1 km from Royal Yacht Britannia, Fingal Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free and is set 4 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. Show full description

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  • 28 Fulham Pier Hotel London, United Kingdom

    Fulham Pier Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Fulham Pier Hotel is offering accommodations in London. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free throughout and is located 1. Show full description

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  • 29 The Houblon Arms Oasby, United Kingdom

    The Houblon Arms

    ***** Hotel. Located in Oasby, 41 km from Lincoln University, The Houblon Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The hotel features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 180 GBP.

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  • 30 Dakota Newcastle Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. Situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, 1.1 km from Theatre Royal, Dakota Newcastle features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Show full description

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  • 31 Egerton House London, United Kingdom

    Egerton House

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. This 5-star luxury hotel is in London's Knightsbridge, looking out over quiet gardens. It offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with luxury bedding, minibars, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 546 GBP.

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  • 32 Grantley Hall Ripon, United Kingdom

    Grantley Hall

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Ripon, 12 km from Ripley Castle, Grantley Hall features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. Grantley Hall offers 5-star accommodation with a spa centre. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ripon, like cycling. Lightwater Valley Theme Park is 16 km from Grantley Hall, while Royal Hall Theatre is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 36 km from the hotel. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 425 GBP.

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  • 33 HIGHFIELD Great Driffield, United Kingdom

    HIGHFIELD

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Great Driffield, 33 km from The Spa Scarborough, HIGHFIELD features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. Guests can enjoy garden views. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 175 GBP.

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  • 34 Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire Great Milton, United Kingdom

    Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Great Milton, 13 km from Notley Abbey, Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a concierge service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 975 GBP.

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  • 35 Newhall Mains Highlands, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Newhall Mains features free bikes, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Resolis. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi. Show full description

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  • 36 The Lanesborough, Oetker Collection London, United Kingdom

    The Lanesborough, Oetker Collection

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. This 5-star hotel is in London's Knightsbridge and looks out over Hyde Park. It has air-conditioned luxury rooms and offers a personal butler service, free WiFi and an in-room tablet. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 1100 GBP.

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  • 37 The Peat Inn Restaurant With Rooms Fife, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Located in St. Andrews, 12 km from St Andrews University, The Peat Inn Restaurant With Rooms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views and free WiFi. Show full description

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  • 38 Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel London, United Kingdom

    Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Between Piccadilly and Regent Street, this elegant 5-star hotel has award-winning fine dining, a gym and a peaceful spa. In exclusive Mayfair, guests are just metres from galleries and designer shops. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 1049 GBP.

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  • 39 Dingle Marsh Barns Suffolk, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Dunwich, 700 metres from Dunwich Beach, Dingle Marsh Barns features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is located 14 km from Southwold Pier. Show full description

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  • 40 Gleneagles Townhouse Lothian, United Kingdom

    Gleneagles Townhouse

    ***** Hotel. Gleneagles Townhouse features a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edinburgh. The property is close to National Museum of Scotland, Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and The Real Mary King's Close. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel every room includes a private bathroom. A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Gleneagles Townhouse offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Edinburgh Waverley station, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Playhouse. Edinburgh Airport is 9 km away. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 2358 GBP.

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  • 41 Hotel Cafe Royal London, United Kingdom

    Hotel Cafe Royal

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Hotel Café Royal is an iconic luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of central London. With the hotel situated to the South-West of Mayfair and Soho to the South, the property is positioned on Regent Street, within 1 mile from Theatreland, Buckingham Palace, Westminster and the British Museum. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 887 GBP.

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  • 42 One Aldwych London, United Kingdom

    One Aldwych

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Centrally located in Covent Garden, One Aldwych offers 5-star luxury accommodation, superb restaurants and a health club. This English Heritage Edwardian property is a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden Underground Station. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 640 GBP.

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  • 43 The Old Hall Ely Ely, United Kingdom

    The Old Hall Ely

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Ely, 30 km from University of Cambridge, The Old Hall Ely features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a garden and a terrace. The accommodation offers a concierge service and luggage storage space for guests. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 160 GBP.

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  • 44 The Red Lion Suffolk, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. The Red Lion has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in East Bergholt. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service. The property is allergy-free and is situated 36 km from Hedingham Castle. Show full description

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  • 45 Bailiffgate Hotel Northumberland, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Alnwick, a few steps from Alnwick Castle, Bailiffgate Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar. Show full description

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  • 46 Edinbane Lodge Highlands, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Located in Edinbane, 14 km from Dunvegan Castle, Edinbane Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Certain units at the property include a patio with a garden view. Show full description

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  • 47 Jabajak Vineyard Restaurant & Rooms Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Whitland, 24 km from Folly Farm, Jabajak Vineyard Restaurant & Rooms features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from Narberth Castle. Show full description

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  • 48 Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London London, United Kingdom

    Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

    ***** Hotel. Stay in the heart of London. Featuring a two Michelin star restaurant and a stunning spa, the luxury Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London overlooks Hyde Park and Knightsbridge. Knightsbridge Tube Station is a 2-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 1000 GBP.

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  • 49 Manor House Lindley Huddersfield, United Kingdom

    Manor House Lindley

    ***** Hotel. Located in Huddersfield, 9.2 km from Victoria Theatre, Manor House Lindley provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 139 GBP.

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  • 50 St Hildas Complex Hinderwell, United Kingdom

    ***** Hotel. Featuring 5-star accommodation, St Hildas Complex is set in Hinderwell, 44 km from Peasholm Park and 44 km from Dalby Forest. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 125 GBP.

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