Best Luxury Hotels in England

Take some time out to explore the beautiful holiday escapes that England has to offer. Scandi-style converted manor houses, Roman spas, extensive gardens and fine dining restaurants are just some of the characteristics our top-pick hotels boast. Ideal for a short ‘get-away’ from it all break and equally suited as a base for a longer UK staycation holiday. Read on and find the perfect place for your next luxury holiday in England.

England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 131 Guestrooms
Amenities Indoor Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, Sauna, Steam Room, Bar & Kitchen

The Fellows House Cambridge is a modern and stylish experience offering guests the ultimate contemporary luxury experience. Its rooms are all modern studio and one-bedroom apartments which have fully equipped kitchens making The Fellows House the perfect destination for professionals. Though for guests not wanting to cook the hotel has the excellent The Folio kitchen which serves British classics which are locally sourced and healthy. The Folio Bar offers guests a place to relax and rewind over exquisite cocktails which take inspiration from the Fellows of the University. The Hotel also boasts a tranquil garden for guests to relax in with an indoor meeting area called the Observatory at one end. For guests wishing to stay active throughout their visit, the hotel has a gym, and indoor swimming pool and even offers guests the opportunity to rent bikes on which they can explore the majesty of Cambridge.

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The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

England, Greater London, London, Belgravia

The Hari

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 85 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Italian Dining at Il Pampero, Fitness Facilities
More Prime Belgravia Location near Hyde Park & Buckingham Palace

Walking distance from the poshest landmarks in the city, The Hari is an exclusive pad for distinguished travellers. Its 85 bedrooms include 14 suites, draped in velvet and marble with contemporary artworks on the wall (the hotel hosts its own annual art prize). Dine in-house at the refined Italian restaurant, il Pampero, drink in the Hari Bar, and relax with a cocktail on the Garden Terrace during warmer months. The Hari’s fitness room includes a Peloton bike and you can book personal training sessions. The hotel has strong eco-credentials too, having received Silver Accreditation from EarthCheck.

England, Greater London, London, Belgravia

COMO The Halkin

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 41 Elegant Rooms & Suites
Amenities Light Dining At Halkin Bar, Como Shambhala Wellness Facilities
More Located In Belgravia

Escape the noise of the capital, with this Belgravia townhouse as your base.  The grand building, formed of arched windows, portland stone and Georgian brick, has been reimagined inside, by Milan-based architecture studio Laboratorio Associati and Linzi Coppick. 41 bedrooms and suites channel the elements, in a sophisticated, warm, elegant and upscale home-like style. The COMO Shambhala philosophy is evident throughout, be it in the healthy cuisine options, or the in-room therapeutic treatments (there’s no spa onsite, but guests have access to the Halkin’s sister property’s wellness facilities, a ten-minute walk away). Families are catered to with mini bathrobes and COMO the Halkin teddy bears for little ones.

England, Greater London, London, Battersea

art’otel London Battersea Power Station

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 164 Rooms & Suites including Art Rooms & Masterpiece Suite with Floor-To-Ceiling Windows & Artistic Interiors
Amenities Features Rooftop Infinity Pool & Bar, Wellness Centre With Sauna & Treatments, Gym With Classes, Multiple Dining Options, Pet Friendly Services & Kids Club
More Located in Battersea Power Station Development offering Shops, Restaurants & Entertainment Venues

The first art’otel in the capital officially entered London’s hospitality landscape in February 2023. Spanish artist and designer Jaime Hayon is behind the interiors, which take inspiration from the Power Station, while Foster + Partners and Electric Boulevard were responsible for the architecture. The hotel is in Battersea Roof Gardens, part of a whole new district, served by a recently opened tube station. It includes the TOZI Grand Cafe, JOIA, the 15th-floor restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Henrique Sá Pessoa, a spa, a rooftop bar with an infinity pool and 164 arty bedrooms.

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art’otel London Battersea Power Station

England, Greater London, London, Belgravia

Jumeirah Lowndes

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 88 Rooms & Suites many with Private Balconies Overlooking Belgravia
Amenities Dining at Parker's, access to Jumeirah Carlton Tower Spa Facilities
More Prime Location In Belgravia

88 bedrooms and suites (including two-bedroom family rooms) at this Knightsbridge hotel, come with The White Company bathroom amenities, iHome radio alarms and Nespresso coffee machines. Chef Isabela Vaz heads up the bistro-style restaurant, The Lowndes Belgravia, with service from 7 am to 10 pm. There’s a chauffeur-driven car to whisk you to and from the airport. And there’s The Map Room, catering for any meetings, receptions and private dining requirements you may have while in town. Jumeirah Lowndes is every bit the modern urban boutique hotel, with a palette of muted tones and plush furnishings. It’s also dog-friendly.

England, Greater London, London, Southwark

Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 161 Stylish Rooms & Suites
More Located in London's Vibrant South Bank

Bankside Hotel is a brilliant base to explore all the attractions that the culturally rich South Bank area presents. Just around the corner from Blackfriars Bridge, and part of Marriott International, there is five-star luxury in its 161 bedrooms, including seven suites, all thoughtfully designed with hand-picked furnishings, specially commissioned artwork and superior service. Equally suited to those arriving in the capital to enjoy themselves or who need to fit in some working hours during their stay, there is Art Yard Bar & Kitchen, a library and an outside terrace as well as four meeting and event spaces. There is also a fitness centre. Nearby attractions include Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, The National Theatre, while Southwark and Blackfriars stations are only a few minutes walk away, promising tube links to the rest of London. The hotel is both family-friendly and ideal for romantic breaks, with special offers during 2024.

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Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection

England, Greater London, London, Southwark

citizenM London, Bankside

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 192 Rooms
More Located in Bankside near the Tate Modern & Borough Market

CitizenM graces South Bank with a luxury hotel experience at an affordable price handily placed in the bustling cultural area near Tate Modern and the Borough Market. The open-plan ground floor offers great space to relax, work or play with comfortable furniture, communal desks and private conference rooms. Bright décor includes world-class art and books to browse and the four-star hotel’s 192 guest rooms are cleverly designed for two adults with floor-to-ceiling windows, pod-style bathrooms and extra-large beds. The Dutch chain, which is increasing its number of popular city outposts, provides super-fast free Wi-Fi and iMacs for guests to use, while the canteenM restaurant and bar offers food and drinks 24/7 and a buffet breakfast in a five-hour window. Southwark and London Bridge stations are nearby, providing easy access to the rest of the city.

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citizenM London, Bankside

England, Greater London, London

The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 54 Elegantly Designed Rooms & Suites, including the Historic Royal Suite
Amenities Restaurant Serving Contemporary British Cuisine, A Stylish Bar, A Spa With An Array Of Treatments, A Fitness Centre
More Centrally Located Between Chelsea & Knightsbridge

Primely positioned midway between Chelsea and Knightsbridge, The Cadogan is an iconic destination where quintessential British charm effortlessly imbues a modern elegance. An intimate ‘home’ in the heart of the city, where the past and present are intertwined with every detail, the hotel overlooks the private Cadogan Palace Gardens, a botanical haven to which guests have exclusive access. Steeped in history, The Cadogan has an illustrious list of past residents, including Lillie Langtry and Oscar Wilde – the room in which Oscar Wilde was arrested is now the noble Royal Suite. In the 54 individually designed rooms, two-thirds of which are suites, white-on-white linens are offset with vibrant pops of colour, silk and velvet, with captivating artwork and design details honouring the hotel’s rich heritage.

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The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London

England, North Yorkshire, York

The Fat Badger York

Inn
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 6 individually Styled Rooms
More Located in the Heart of York, Just Minutes from York Minster & the Shambles

The hallowed bar walls are home to the Fat Badger, an upmarket inn with rooms that boasts what is widely thought to be the best beer garden in the city. The traditional Yorkshire pub is a favourite among gin enthusiasts, with a huge selection, while the restaurant area provides wonderful views and an a la carte menu. Those staying onsite are treated to designer decor in the 12 ensuite bedrooms, with features such as four-poster beds, tactile velvet fabrics, original sash and case windows and a colour palette that blends sophisticated dark hues with explosions of bright cheery colour.

England, North Yorkshire, York

The Churchill Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 440 Rooms & Suites
More Located in Central London, Close to Hyde Park & Buckingham Palace

A Grade II* Listed Georgian mansion built in 1827, The Churchill Hotel has previously served as a school, a private home and a government office. Dewsnaps is the main restaurant; a modern British brasserie. The Wellington bar is the hotel’s watering hole and there’s a new beer garden, with igloos for private dining during the winter season and a fairytale bothy space. Quirky and classic rooms have Duck Island toiletries — for the utmost luxury, book The Prince of Wales suite, once patronised by His Majesty King Edward VII. It has high ceilings, arched windows, a king size four-poster bed and a free-standing copper roll-top bath.

England, North Yorkshire, York

Hotel Indigo York, an IHG Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 101 Stylish Rooms & Signature Suites
More Centrally Located near York Minster & the Shambles

Found in one of the oldest pockets of the city, Hotel Indigo is your modern base from which to explore the storied history of your Walmgate doorstep. Artwork in mismatched vintage frames adorn the walls, depicting the neighbourhood’s past, notably its connections with the origin of chocolate making in York. Bedrooms have plenty of vintage touches, such as wood panelling and buttoned brown leather headboards, along with contemporary lines and pieces. Pop into No.88 Walmgate, the hotel’s urban bar, use the fitness centre and catch up on some work in the snug.

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Hotel Indigo York, an IHG Hotel

England, North Yorkshire, York

The Grand, York

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 207 Rooms & Suites, including Junior & Grand Suites
More Located in a Historic former Edwardian Railway Property Building with easy Access to York Minster & the Shambles

Named Hotel of the Year at The Catey Awards, this grande dame was erected in 1906 as a “Palace of Business”. Nowadays it’s also the choice for spa-seekers and foodies. The landmark property comprises a large cookery school, where you can learn the skills of baking, fine patisserie, curry making, seafood prep and much more — parent and child classes are also available. Its original restaurant, The Rise, has three AA Rosettes, while the newer venue, Legacy, serves an eight-course tasting feast with an optional wine flight. Afternoon tea can be taken on the terrace and The Grand has a bar.





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