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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a charming 18th century manor house set in 5 acres of well-maintained grounds, rooms are stylish and contemporary and a relaxing air prevails

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a tranquil atmosphere pervades at this elegant Georgian manor, there is an intimate dining room, relaxing public areas and a pampering spa

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set just below Dartmoor's famous Tors, this welcoming, family-run hotel offers tranquillity, sweeping views, fine dining and a pampering spa

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family-run hotel set in peaceful grounds on Chelmford's outskirts, comfortable rooms, a leisure centre and beauty room are offered

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said to be one of England's oldest coaching inns dating back to 1430, history and original features blend with a modern, pampering spa

Widbrook Grange

Bradford-on-Avon

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an impressive Georgian house set in quiet grounds, there are comfy lounges, log fires and boutique rooms in the house or converted barns

Woolley Grange Hotel

Bradford-on-Avon

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set in 14 acres of grounds, on the town's fringes, a fine Jacobean manor boasting a great range of child-friendly, and adult-friendly, facilities

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an oasis of calm set in 20 acres of lawns and woodland, the attractive house dates from the 18th century and there is a newly opened spa

Beachlands Hotel

Weston-super-Mare

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family-run hotel with elegant, individually styled rooms, indoor pool and pampering treatments and a locally renowned restaurant

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elegant, Grade II listed Queen Anne house set in 12 acres of grounds, guest rooms are richly furnished and there is a fine dining restaurant