The Best England Hotels

a traditional hotel with a popular restaurant and bar situated directly opposite the beach - some of the comfortable rooms have sea views

landmark hotel, overlooking the sea, that features elegant guest rooms, fine dining, good service and hospitality and a relaxing ambience

enjoys a superb seaside spot directly opposite the beach at Thorpe Bay and offers a friendly atmosphere, well-presented rooms and fine food

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

set in an elevated spot overlooking Gyllyngvase Beach, there are stylish and contemporary rooms, relaxing facilities and attractive gardens

situated in an 18th Century country house with the restaurants using produce from their own gardens

boasts 2 pools, indoor and outdoor, a well equipped gym, spacious guest rooms and attractive gardens all just a short walk from the beach

eclectic design and features dot the interior and gardens of this smart hotel, the rooms are elegant and the restaurant offers fine dining

a luxurious hotel set in 250 acres of private, cliff top grounds overlooking St Austell Bay and offering an extensive range of relaxing facilities

rooms here are stylish, and kitted out with high quality furnishings and bedding; guests praise the charming hosts and the prime beach location

imposing Victorian hotel overlooking the English Channel, featuring contemporary guest rooms, relaxing spa facilities and a golf course

relaxing, privately owned hotel directly opposite the shingle beach, many of the well-appointed guest rooms have sweeping sea views

a sense of the French Riviera permeates through this elegant and stylish hotel where guests are afforded high levels of comfort and service

in a stunning cliff top position with direct access to miles of sandy beach and boasting a wealth of facilities including a marine-inspired spa

guests can enjoy first-class, international cuisine in the elegant restaurant of this stylishly decorated inn, just metres from the beach

townhouse hotel featuring quirky themed rooms inspired by pop culture, glamour and music and has a lively and eclectic events calendar

at this boutique hotel in a prime location 30 yards from Eastbourne Beach, the rooms have an elegant contemporary décor with high quality facilities

stylish and contemporary hotel, set just a stone throw from the seafront and beach, with its own private entrance into the Pleasure Beach

stylish retreat opposite Camber's dunes - guest rooms come with coastal themed decor, there is locally sourced food and a beach hut mini-spa

tucked away down a quiet side street off Marine Parade, this elegant townhouse has beautiful rooms individual in their style and design

vibrant, LGBT friendly hotel in a prominent seafront setting - rooms are adorned with artwork and there is a subterranean nightclub

a boutique, eco-friendly hotel, offering award-winning, seasonal cuisine and well-appointed rooms furnished with hand-made furniture

occupies an unrivalled seafront setting just metres from sandy beaches and offers relaxing facilities, fine dining and wonderful sea views

a fine Regency property lovingly renovated by an award-winning architect to create a stylish, contemporary hotel with fine dining

nestled in 8.5 acres of beautiful gardens and woodland that sweep down to a private cove; offers a choice or well-appointed rooms and suites

set in mature, cliff-top gardens with wonderful views across Mount's Bay and offering an extensive range of facilities for the whole family

in an enviable location, just metres from the seafront and Pier, this elegant, Victorian hotel, makes an ideal base for a family holiday

run by members of the same family since 1920, stylish guest rooms, comfortable public areas and personal service are the order of the day

an award-winning, cooked to order breakfast awaits guests at this stylish, carefully refurbished guest house situated near the seafront

perched in a stunning clifftop location above a small cove and tidal beach which can be reached by steps direct from the hotel's garden

former coaching inn dating from the 1790s set in an elevated spot overlooking Exmouth Bay and within a short stroll of the beach

a fabulous Victorian boutique hotel on the seafront, with high scores for its rooftop bar and elegant rooms with treats such as a vintage record player

luxury hotel where guests can enjoy a prime seafront setting, stylish guest rooms and award-winning cuisine, especially fresh seafood

a leading hotel in Worthing, in a fine position near the sea front, offers classic style in communal areas, and smart modern comfort in the rooms

traditional seaside hotel, independently run, set overlooking the beach, offering tastefully decorated rooms and award-winning dining

privately owned hotel that has been in the same family since 1912 offering a traditional seaside stay with good hospitality and service

friendly and informal hotel situated on the seafront with light and airy room traditionally decorated some of which have English Channel views

Regency style house, set in over an acre of grounds, a short stroll from the beach, offering a comfortable, traditional Jurrasic Coast base

a stylish beach club hotel on Salcombe's gorgeous South Sands Beach has luxurious rooms; superb activities and extra treats are included

a stylish Victorian hotel set in a stunning spot overlooking Fistral Beach with an impressive range of relaxing facilities and award-winning dining

conveniently placed, family-run hotel located close to the Towner Art Gallery, Winter Garden and theatres and provides well-appointed rooms

an elegant hotel, on a charming Regency Terrace, with well-appointed rooms, traditional in style, comfortable public lounges and a ballroom

family-run hotel located a short stroll from Meadfoot Beach, guests can enjoy landscaped gardens and British cuisine with a French twist

Grade II listed building overlooking a Regency garden square just off the seafront - sumptuous guest rooms come opulently furnished

a Victorian seafront hotel, with a surprising interior decorated by contemporary artists, with high-quality comfort and a sociable ambience

family-owned hotel located a short walk from shops and the seafront; enjoy seasonal and local produce in the award-winning restaurant

beautifully restored Art Deco hotel, retaining its '30s atmosphere and glamour, set on a tidal island, with its own pub, surrounded by the sea

set in a peaceful, secluded clifftop setting with scenic views and offers contemporary style rooms, excellent dining and a private beach

original features meet individually decorated rooms, natural wood, artwork, a cinema room and a cosy cocktail bar at this stylish hotel

enjoy award-winning seafood, friendly, attentive staff and individually styled rooms at this hotel opposite the BIC and close to the seafront

on the quieter end of the Esplanade, a seaside retreat overlooking the beach and sea offering stylish rooms and award-winning cuisine

early 18th-century hotel, combining charming period features with contemporary rooms, glorious sea views and fresh, local produce to eat

imposing, Grade II listed hotel dating from 1828 enjoying a prominent location on the seafront and retaining charming period features

most of the New England-style rooms have sea views, while some also feature a balcony or terrace; dine al fresco on the terrace in summer

Grade II listed building close to the beach, has elegant rooms with high ceilings and sash windows, and top quality beds and bathrooms

a chic and contemporary hotel set right on the quayside of an attractive fishing village, rooms are individually decorated and superbly appointed

perfectly placed hotel with the beach, pier and attractions on the doorstep, guest rooms are smartly presented and many have sea views

set on the quayside overlooking the historic Charlestown Harbour and coast, many of the spacious, well-appointed rooms enjoy the same views

enjoy a swim in the sea - just 200 yards away - or in the indoor pool, at this friendly hotel with a pleasant restaurant and well-equipped rooms

perfectly placed, value hotel set back off of Grand Parade with the pier and Carpet Gardens opposite and within a short stroll of the town centre

a luxury hotel near the beach offers smartly decorated rooms with super comfy beds, AA rosette dining and pampering leisure facilities

a stylish designer economy hotel, in a prime Paignton location near the beach, offers fresh modern rooms and an impressive choice of facilities

directly opposite the beach on Maine Parade and within a few minutes walk of the pier, town centre shops are under 10 minutes on foot

there are comfortable, well-appointed rooms - many with sea views - at this well placed hotel, the pier and town centre are within a short walk

boutique, New England style hotel set on the small beach at South Sands with glorious views from many of the smart rooms and restaurant

this relaxing hotel in a picturesque coastal village, features fine dining and attractive rooms; stroll on the beach and enjoy the sea views,

just a short stroll from the beach, this 200-year-old townhouse has been turned into a stylish boutique hotel with artwork in each room

a striking eco-hotel set in a clifftop spot with scenic sea and coast views, rooms are modern and elegant and the spa offers restorative treatments

elegant 19th century exterior with stylish interiors that blend period features and modern facilities, on clifftop promenade with sea views

uninterrupted sea views can be enjoyed from the restaurant, bar and many of the traditional style guest rooms at this well-placed hotel

overlooking Roker Pier and the sandy beach, this chic, seafront hotel offers a great choice of dining options, comfy rooms and a stylish bar

enjoys panoramic views of Fistral Beach and boasts a luxury ESPA Spa, with hot tub, sauna and spa treatments, plus many rooms with sea views

a host of relaxing leisure facilites, including Brighton's largest hotel pool, are offered at this friendly and ideally placed, seafront hotel

an impressive Victorian building sitting prominently above Longsands Beach, it retains many period features and boasts panoramic views

a clifftop hotel known to many as Portwenn School in the hit TV series, Doc Martin; rooms are light and airy and some retain original features

set overlooking Woolacombe's fine beach, a luxurious, seaside hotel featuring a relaxing spa, fine dining restaurants and a private cinema

a relaxing hotel boasting scenic views, direct access to a sandy beach, smart guest rooms, pampering treatments and award-winning cuisine

occupies a seafront, Regency terrace just a 5-minute drive from the ferry terminal - offers pampering spa facilities and a choice of dining options

a top class hotel on the seafront next to the Pleasure Beach, has superb rooms and suites decorated in cool greys, and relaxed dining

well-established, family-run hotel providing a warm welcome, well-appointed rooms, many with sea views and an à la carte restaurant

a stunning, cliff-top hotel, affording spectacular views, this expansive hotel features extensive leisure facilities and a high-end restaurant

family-run, seaside hotel with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in an East Cliff location that is ideal for the beach, theatre and town centre

boasts an enviable location set on a rocky point and flanked by the sea and golden sands, many of the distinctive rooms enjoy the same views

a grand hotel, retaining many Edwardian character features, with well-appointed rooms - some providing sea views - set opposite the Common

features well-appointed rooms, some with sea view and balcony, regular cabaret entertainment and a seated decking area overlooking the sea

friendly, vibrant hotel found a stone's throw from Palace Pier and within easy reach of attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment

one of Torbay's attractive traditional hotels, minutes from the beach, has been refurbished to provide bright designer rooms and communal areas

an established hotel on North Shore's Promenade offering well-appointed rooms, a restaurant with sea views and a relaxing bar

in a spectacular sea front position, just 15 minutes walk from Cowes, a comfy hotel offering modern rooms and relaxing dining with a view

a limited service hotel offering an ethos of design, comfort and good value that can be found in a prominent spot on Eastbourne's seafront

independent, family-run hotel in a prime spot overlooking a green to the Ribble estuary beyond; rooms are well-appointed, many with sea views

bright, airy rooms, some with sea views, feature at this comfortable seafront hotel as do a buffet restaurant and regular entertainment

situated close to the beach & boasts a sea view restaurant with a dance floor

a charming Victorian hotel where welcoming, traditional hospitality is offered and many of the comfortable rooms have sweeping sea views

enjoys a prominent seafront setting and features elegant, classically styled guest rooms and public areas along with a fine dining restaurant

family-run hotel situated on the quieter West Cliff, many of the smartly presented bedrooms have fine sea views, as does the breakfast room

relax in the sauna at this comfortable hotel located half a mile from the old links at Lytham St Anne's

a superb location, in the heart of the village, moments from Lynmouth Harbour; there is a choice of superior, deluxe or classic style rooms

refurbished Edwardian hotel set in a large, cliff-top garden overlooking Poole Bay; guest rooms are spacious and feature contemporary decor

a well-presented hotel with elegant rooms, situated 1-minute's walk from the seafront

sea views abound at this modern seafront hotel, many of the stylish rooms and suites and the relaxed restaurant all enjoy Channel vistas

stay in quirky, individually decorated rooms - Arty of House style - and enjoy a modern British menu and unique cocktails at this urban hotel

an elegant retreat, set directly above golden sands with sweeping sea views, it features stylish rooms, fine dining and relaxing facilities

welcoming guests since 1905, this handsome Edwardian hotel has been rejuvenated into a stylish, boutique, seafront pad with a pampering spa

a comfortable hotel close to the seafront featuring bright and airy rooms with stylish décor, relaxing leisure facilities and an ornamental ballroom

a fine Victorian building, in a prominent location on the seafront, with stylish, well-equipped rooms, an elegant restaurant and a beauty salon

in a spectacular cliff-top location, affording stunning views of the bay and sea, this well-appointed guesthouse offers a relaxing holiday stay

originally built for the Duke of Clarence, this traditional hotel still has many of its original features and sits in an enviable spot by the beach

contemporary chic meets the English Riviera at this stylish hotel; sea-view rooms are finished to a high standard and an indulgent treat

perfectly placed to enjoy stunning sea views over Fistral Beach and dramatic sunsets, the comfy rooms have a contemporary beach feel

a modern hotel set overlooking Fistral Beach with a great range of leisure facilities for adults and children including an onsite surf school