The Best England Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation throughout England

These are the twenty best hotels in England, hand-picked by our own independent travel experts. Use the menu and filter options to refine your selection, explore specific styles or English regions.


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set amidst riverside gardens a short walk from the village and features elegant rooms, a small but relaxing spa and award-winning dining

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elegant hotel that is part of the Chatsworth Estate with plenty of character, stylish rooms, fine dining restaurant and pleasant views

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this charming house has been part of York's rich heritage for centuries and sits in a quiet garden with the city walls and Minster as a back drop

Biggin Hall Hotel

Biggin-by-Hartington

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centrally situated in the Peak District, this historic 17th century hotel has a relaxed country house feel, with luxurious comfort in the rooms

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a quintessential country house escape with an intimate atmosphere, warm hospitality, luxurious guest rooms, fine dining and relaxing spa

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a 14th century manor house set in 365 acres of secluded parkland, offering luxurious bedrooms and facilities, and unforgettable dining

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a traditional hotel set around a courtyard in 10 acres of mature grounds and fields with the majestic moors forming an immediate backdrop

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in the heart of Rylstone Gardens, a hundred yards from Shanklin Beach, a charming, Victorian manor has gorgeously decorated rooms

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alongside the old A1 and set in 20 acres of peaceful gardens, this well-established hotel has luxurious rooms and award-winning dining

Mortons Manor

Corfe Castle

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discover a wealth of history and character dating back to 1590 at this charming and comfortable, Grade II listed Elizabethan Manor House

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19th-century lodge with scenic South Downs views - a country retreat offering an impressive spa, fine dining and a Victorian wine cellar

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dating back to the 1700s, this relaxing country house offers individually styled rooms, a pleasant walled garden and a fine restaurant

Burn How Garden House Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a relaxing, family-run hotel set in peaceful gardens 5 minutes stroll from Lake Windermere with individually decorated rooms set in the grounds

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set in quiet gardens, this most comfortable hotel has elegant interiors, boutique, individually styled rooms and a relaxing lounge and bar

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a perfect place to get away to simply relax and unwind, boutique hotel set in attractive, riverside gardens with elegant rooms and fine dining