Best Luxury 4 Star Hotels in England

With 143 rooms, Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell brings neighbourhood-inspired charm and IHG’s boutique flair to one of the capital’s most creative districts. Located on Clerkenwell Road, just five minutes from Farringdon Station, the hotel draws on the area’s heritage of clockmakers, goldsmiths and architects, with interiors layered in textured finishes, playful patterns and local design motifs.

Rooms come with espresso machines, Urban Apothecary toiletries and comfortable workspaces. Dining includes Wilderness Kitchen, offering Mediterranean-inspired, vegetarian-friendly dishes crafted from seasonal British produce, Sabini Bar serving signature cocktails and curated wines, and the Grade II-listed Hat and Feathers pub for classic British fare and local ales.

The July London Victoria apartment-hotel is located just a five-minute walk from Victoria Station. Designed for modern lifestyles, the property offers 114 rooms, including family apartments with interconnecting spaces ideal for longer stays and multi-generational travellers. Interiors reflect Art Deco influences and Victoria’s rich architectural heritage with bespoke lighting, parquet flooring, marble details and an adventurous palette inspired by nearby royal parks. Each guest room is equipped with multifunctional oak joinery, integrated kitchen facilities and bathrooms with a distinctive chequered tile design.

The Idler Restaurant, led by Chef Jay Campbell, serves modern British cuisine with Mediterranean touches, complemented by a stylish bar for cocktails and wines. Guests can enjoy a deli for gourmet sandwiches, a dedicated co-working area, meeting spaces, an honesty bar, a fitness studio and wellness facilities including a sauna and cold room. Sustainability is central to the hotel’s concept, with BREEAM Excellent certification and eco-conscious materials used throughout.

The property’s “neighbourhood key” provides access to curated events and perks across all The July properties. Located near Buckingham Palace, St James’ Park and West End theatres, the apartment-hotel is well positioned for exploring central London.

Situated just a few miles from the M20 motorway, this is a dreamy place to break from a road trip. Awarded four AA Red Stars and a Visit Britain accolade in 2020, the ethos here is all about creating custom-designed experiences for guests. It has a Grade I listing, dates back to the 17thg century and is surrounded by 22 acres of land with a grand fountain greeting arriving guests. Rooms here are filled with antiques, alongside yoga mats and fitness equipment to work out in the privacy of your own space. Accommodation is spread between the main house, a new wing, a renovated stables and coachman’s cottages. Dine at Culpeper, or arrange your own private dinner party in one of Chilston Park’s exclusive dining areas.

Owned by the Champneys group, Eastwell Manor’s guests enjoy the privilege of access to a divine on-site spa with a 20-metre heated pool and signature treatments. The vibe is quintessentially English and upmarket – tennis, petanque and croquet are all available within its grounds. Guided walks are provided, making the most of its surrounding nature trails, while memorable meals are served in its Manor Restaurant and Brasserie. Tuck into scones and petit fours, and sip Earl Grey from a china cup in the room where Queen Victoria once took afternoon tea. Guests are accommodated either in the main house or a separate mews building.

Privately owned and run by a married couple, this stately house in Ramsgate has entertained politicians and royalty. A huge restoration project brought the late 18th-century property back to life, highlighting its stunning and intricate period features, yet infusing an airy modern feel. The in-house eatery, Townley’s Restaurant and Bar has harbourside seating as well as an alfresco terrace and serves locally sourced produce. Some of the hotel’s 13 bedrooms have sea views and, due to the building’s age, all rooms bar one are accessed via stairs.

Located in the seaside town of Deal, The Rose used to be simply a pub with rooms. Now it’s a designer boutique hotel with five standard rooms and three suites, all of which have been individually styled with impeccable taste (the owner used to be design editor of US magazine Wallpaper). Local art and Farrow and Ball wallpaper adorn the walls, with rolltop baths, Austin Austin toiletries and mid-century furnishings to boot. But don’t expect a TV in the room – instead, there are record players, with a selection of vinyl – ideal for those wanting to switch off from screens. An innovative take on British dishes is served in the equally modish restaurant, with seasonal cocktails served in the bar.

Page8 is a minimalistic bolthole offering comfort and style in a prime London location, perfectly tucked away between Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden. It offers guests an extremely comfortable base, with all the in-room facilities a modern-day traveller would expect. A complimentary minibar is available for Superior Double, Deluxe Double, Junior Suite & Family Rooms room categories. Page Common is the ideal place to enjoy a light breakfast, a coffee or wine, and local beers.

The Trevose is an exceptionally intimate and picturesque boutique hotel in the heart of St Ives. The Trevose is essentially the hotel of your dreams, every detail has the owner’s personal touch from the incredible downstairs reading snug to the beautiful sun-soaked terrace. The Trevose’s six luxury rooms utilise a playful blue and white colour palate to pay homage to St Ives maritime heritage whilst seamlessly creating a tranquil and characterful environment. The rooms have spectacular views and luxury amenities, guests can even book the exact room they want so that they can choose the room which meets their criteria the best. The Trevose is home to a cosy snug with an open fireplace, a library full of classic books, an honesty bar, and a private terrace and even offers guests the chance to book private picnic hampers for their days exploring the local area.

Staybridge Suites Newcastle is an all-suite, extended-stay hotel located near the Quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne, ideal for both business and leisure travellers. With 128 spacious studio and one-bedroom suites, each featuring fully-equipped kitchens, separate living areas, and complimentary Wi-Fi, the aparthotel offers a modern, relaxed atmosphere perfect for longer stays. Located close to attractions like the Tyne Bridge, BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, and Sage Gateshead, it’s a convenient base for exploring the city.

The Grand Hotel Bellevue can be found in London’s Paddington area, sitting on Norfolk Square. This Victorian residence has all the charm of a traditional English home and has been expertly designed by Architect Fabrizio Casiraghi. There are 60 luminous rooms with traditional décor and Italian showers by Burlington and the lavish Grand Norfolk Suite with panoramic views over the square and a bathtub and dual shower by Burlington. Guests are invited to relax in the cosy Pondicherry Bar and admire the exquisite furniture and crockery while savouring the seasonal menu. There is a daily breakfast buffet in The Green Room which doubles as a coworking space and private event space. The fully equipped fitness room by Nohrd is also available to guests.

This incredible ivy-clad building is a veritable labyrinth, with many nooks and crannies. The site has been home to an inn or hotel for thousands of years now, so brings with it a wealth of hospitality heritage; dine in its formal Oak Room or relaxed Garden Room, order bubbles at the 14th-century Champagne Bar and get a snack in the York Bar. Bedrooms are adorned with features such as heavy antique drapes, curtained four-poster beds, patterned bedspreads, dark wood panelling and carved headboards. Each has a unique style and layout, so you can stay time and again and have a new experience.

Just a few minutes walk from Piccadilly Gardens, Roomzzz Aparthotel offers multiple levels of suites to suit every type of stay and budget. There’s the compact and quirky Smart Studio, the Grande and Grande Plus Studios (the latter includes a z-bed for families), the more spacious Family Grande with LED mood lighting, the luxurious Liberty Suite, a party-ready Loft Suite with a mezzanine level, and the two-bedroom/two-storey Penthouse Suite with a jacuzzi bath and a separate living room. White Company toiletries and a daily grab-and-go breakfast are included, there’s a shop on site and guests have access to a laundry room.