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UK hotel guides
Shortlists and where-to-stay advice, grouped by destination. Pick a place, then the trip.
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Where to Stay in Bath: 4 Best Areas Compared
Compare four practical Bath bases for sightseeing, Georgian atmosphere, parking and spa breaks, with ten researched hotel examples and honest trade-offs.
Hotels by trip type
Curated guide
Country House Hotels Near Bath: 10 Spa & Estate Stays
Country house hotels near Bath and Bristol compared: spa estates, dog-friendly inns, drive times into Bath, parking and food. Check latest prices.
Events, stations and places
Place guide
Bath Christmas Market Hotels 2026: 10 Picks With Parking
Bath Christmas Market hotels with parking angles compared: chalets, spas, station picks and retreats. See rooms and latest prices via Stay22.
Place guide
10 Country House Hotels near Bath and the Roman Baths
Compare 10 country house hotels near Bath by Roman Baths access, spa, food, family facilities, parking and whether the countryside is worth the transfer.
Brighton
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Where to Stay in Brighton: 4 Best Areas Compared
Compare four practical Brighton bases for the beach, The Lanes, Kemptown and rail arrivals, with ten researched hotel examples and honest trade-offs.
Cornwall
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Where to Stay in Cornwall: 5 Coastal Bases Compared
Compare five practical Cornwall bases for beaches, food, spas and car-free trips, with ten researched hotels and honest transport trade-offs.
London
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Where to Stay in London: 8 Best Areas Compared
Compare eight practical London bases by atmosphere, sights, transport, nightlife, price position and trade-offs, with hotel examples for each area.
Hotels by trip type
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Best Boutique Hotels in London: 9 Distinctive Stays
Compare nine researched London boutique hotels by character, room scale, neighbourhood, facilities, noise and the practical checks to make before booking.
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Best Budget Hotels in London
Compare 10 researched London budget hotels by location, room size, windows, breakfast, family use, access and the extras that change the final cost.
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Best Family Hotels in London: 9 Kid-Friendly Picks
Family-friendly hotels in London compared by rooms and suites, connecting rooms, pools, kitchens and location, from budget to luxury. Check latest prices.
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Best London Hotels with Swimming Pools
Compare 10 London hotels with pools by size, indoor or rooftop setting, child hours, guest access, booking rules and the area each suits.
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Best Luxury Hotels in London: 9 Exceptional Stays
Compare nine researched London luxury hotels by service style, location, rooms, views, spa facilities and the booking checks that protect a special stay.
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Most Romantic Hotels in London
Compare 10 romantic London hotels for anniversaries, skyline views, baths, destination dining, spa time, neighbourhood atmosphere and quiet rooms.
Events, stations and places
Airport guide
Best Hotels Near Heathrow Airport
Compare 10 researched Heathrow hotels by terminal, covered walkway, pod, bus or rail transfer, family fit, accessibility and the real morning journey.
Station guide
Best Hotels Near Paddington Station, London
Compare hotels near Paddington Station for the Heathrow Express and trains west to Bath, Oxford and the Cotswolds. Stay near the platforms; check prices.
Station guide
Best Hotels Near St Pancras and King's Cross
Compare hotels near St Pancras and King's Cross for the Eurostar and trains north to Edinburgh and York. Stay steps from your train, then check prices.
Place guide
Best Hotels Near the British Museum (Bloomsbury)
Compare hotels near the British Museum in Bloomsbury, a quieter base for museums, the West End and Tube links. Stay steps from the galleries; check prices.
Station guide
Best Hotels Near Victoria Station (Walk to Buckingham Palace)
Compare hotels near Victoria Station for the Gatwick Express, coaches and walks to Buckingham Palace and Westminster. Stay close to sights; check prices.
Manchester
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Where to Stay in Manchester: 5 Best Areas Compared
Compare five practical Manchester bases for first visits, rail arrivals, nightlife, venues and business, with ten researched hotel examples.
The Cotswolds
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Where to Stay in the Cotswolds: Best Villages for Your First Visit
Choose where to stay in the Cotswolds, with villages compared for car-free access, walks, pubs and trips from London. Then check hotel prices.
Hotels by trip type
Curated guide
Best Hotels in Bourton-on-the-Water and Nearby
Compare seven Bourton-on-the-Water stays and three nearby Slaughters alternatives, with room choices, adults-only options, parking and arrival advice.
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Best Hotels in Stow-on-the-Wold
Compare hotels in Stow-on-the-Wold, from inns on the market square to quieter stays nearby, with walks to the Slaughters. Check prices for your dates.
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Luxury Hotels in the Cotswolds: Manor Houses, Spas and Country Inns
Compare luxury hotels in the Cotswolds, from manor houses to spa retreats, and what the premium buys in rooms, dining and grounds. Check prices.
The Lake District
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Where to Stay in the Lake District: 4 Bases Compared
Compare four practical Lake District bases by scenery, walks, transport, evening choice and hotel style, with eight researched hotel examples.
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Best Dog-Friendly Hotels in the Lake District: 10 Picks
Compare 10 researched dog-friendly Lake District hotels by room rules, dog-friendly dining, walks, facilities and essential booking checks.
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Best Family Hotels in the Lake District: 10 Practical Picks
Compare 10 researched Lake District family hotels by room layout, pool access, children’s activities, location and essential booking checks.
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Best Lake District Christmas Breaks 2026: Spa & Luxury Hotels
Spa and luxury Lake District Christmas breaks compared: Gilpin, The Swan, Brimstone and seven more researched hotels. No prices—check live rooms.
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Best Lake District Hotels with Hot Tubs
Compare ten Lake District hotels with private hot tubs and shared spa pools. Find the exact suite to book, access rules and practical trade-offs.
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Best Lake District Hotels with Swimming Pools
Compare six Lake District hotels with swimming pools. Check family swim times, adult sessions, indoor and outdoor facilities, and what access includes.
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Best Spa Hotels in the Lake District: 10 Restorative Picks
Compare 10 researched Lake District spa hotels by thermal facilities, pools, treatments, access rules, location and what the room rate includes.
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Lake View Hotels in the Lake District: 10 Stays Compared
Compare ten Lake District hotels by lake, bedroom outlook and exact room category, with balcony checks, partial-view caveats and practical booking advice.
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Romantic Hotels in the Lake District: 10 Distinctive Stays
Compare ten romantic Lake District hotels for private hot tubs, lake views, adults-only spa time and dining, with room-specific booking advice.
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Where to Stay in York: 4 Best Areas Compared
Compare four practical York bases for first visits, rail arrivals, historic character, families and parking, with ten researched hotel examples.
Hotels by trip type
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Best York Christmas Hotels 2026: St Nicholas Fair Bases
York Christmas hotels for St Nicholas Fair: Grays Court, Dean Court, The Milner and six more researched bases. No prices—check live rooms.
Edinburgh
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Where to Stay in Edinburgh: 4 Best Areas Compared
Compare Edinburgh’s most useful hotel areas by sights, hills, transport, evening atmosphere, relative price and the compromises each location brings.
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Best Boutique Hotels in Edinburgh: 7 Distinctive Stays
Compare seven researched Edinburgh boutique hotels by character, scale, location, room detail, access and the practical trade-offs behind each stay.
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Best Budget Hotels in Edinburgh: 5 Honest Value Picks
Compare five researched Edinburgh budget hotels by room size, location, transport, useful inclusions and the extra costs that change the final total.
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Best Edinburgh Christmas Hotels 2026: Markets & Hogmanay
Edinburgh Christmas and Hogmanay hotels compared: The Balmoral, Caledonian, Market Street and seven more researched bases. No prices shown.
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Best Edinburgh Hotels with Castle Views
Compare 10 Edinburgh hotels with Castle views: exact room categories, balcony and apartment options, area trade-offs and checks to secure the right outlook.
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Best Family Hotels in Edinburgh: 5 Practical Picks
Compare five researched Edinburgh family hotels by occupancy, connecting rooms, kitchens, pools, location and the booking checks that prevent surprises.
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Best Hotels for Edinburgh Festivals: 8 Practical Bases
Compare eight researched Edinburgh festival hotels by venue cluster, walk-home route, late transport, noise exposure and August booking trade-offs.
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Best Hotels in Edinburgh Old Town (Near the Royal Mile)
Compare hotels in Edinburgh's Old Town near the Royal Mile, with tips on hills, cobbles, noise and the walk from Waverley. Then check prices.
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Best Spa Hotels in Edinburgh
Compare 10 Edinburgh spa hotels by pools, treatments, resident access, private facilities and what your room or spa package actually includes.
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Castle Hotels Near Edinburgh
Compare castle hotels near Edinburgh within easy reach of the city, for a special last night or a wedding. Castle rooms are limited; check prices early.
The Isle of Skye
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Where to Stay on the Isle of Skye: 4 Best Areas Compared
Choose where to stay on the Isle of Skye: Portree, Broadford, Uig or Sleat, compared for sights, driving and dining. Then check hotel prices.
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Best Hotels in Portree, Isle of Skye
Compare the best hotels in Portree by harbour views, walks to restaurants and parking, plus tips for car-free arrivals. Check prices early for summer stays.
Cardiff
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Where to Stay in Cardiff: Best Areas and Hotel Picks
Compare Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay and quieter neighbourhoods, with hotel picks, parking tips and advice for stadium trips. Find your ideal base.
Hotels by trip type
Curated guide
Best Luxury Hotels in Cardiff: Waterfront, Spa & Boutique Stays
Compare luxury hotels in Cardiff, from waterfront five-star stays to central spas and boutique hideaways. See what sets them apart and check prices.
