Best Luxury 4 Star 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, Greater London, London, Islington

The Rookery

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 33 Individually Styled Rooms Including three Suites each named after Historical Figures associated with the area
Amenities Features Include an Honesty Bar in the Conservatory, Library & a Garden
More Located in Clerkenwell a Short Walk from Farringdon Station & Close to St Paul's Cathedral & Smithfield Market

Located in the business district, just outside the Square Mile. It is an all-time charm. The hotel has flagged stone floors, polished wood panelling, open fires and authentic antique furniture. This gives it a homely feel and is more of a private club than a hotel. Every room in the hotel is uniquely set up and named after the original residents who lived in the building over two centuries ago. Today, if you are looking for a private and discreet place to meet near the Square Mile, then The Rookery is the perfect place to touch base.

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England, Greater London, London, Belgravia

Artist Residence London

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 10 Individually Designed Rooms Including a Loft & Suite with Vintage Furnishings & Contemporary Art
Amenities All-Day Cafe Kitchen & Bar with a Cocktail Cellar & Terrace, Plus Select Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located in Pimlico within Walking Distance of Victoria Station, Buckingham Palace & Tate Britain

Located in the middle of London’s flashy Pimlico neighbourhood, in the district of Westminster. This small boutique hotel is set up in a recently re-established and modernised Georgian townhouse. The Artist Residence London consists of ten high-ceilinged rooms offering luxury accommodation, a stylish cocktail bar and an all-day restaurant. The décor includes contemporary artwork, bare brick walls and all sorts of elegant clutter – from tea crates, Kilner jars to bespoke milking stools remodelled into bedside tables.

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England, Greater London, London, Aldgate

Leman Locke, Aldgate

Apartments
(4 stars)
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Rooms 171 Design-Led Apartments Including Micro Studios Locke Studios & One Bedroom Suites With Fully Equipped Kitchens & Living Areas.
Amenities On-Site Caf & Bar Gym & Yoga Studio Co-Working Space & Dog-Friendly Accommodations.
More Located In Aldgate East London Within Walking Distance To Liverpool Street & Shoreditch

If you prefer to have your own cooking and dining facilities while staying in London, Leman Locke in Aldgate is a great choice. The self-contained studios and apartments are well placed in the super-cool east, with good transport links into the rest of the city. Each has good views, its own bespoke furnishings, a kitchenette, washing machine, minibar, Apple TV Box and Samsung smart TV. Neutral palettes with pale pastels provide a soothing ambience in the airy, light-filled rooms. For guests wanting to make use of the aparthotel’s shared facilities, there’s also a fitness centre, cafe and bar onsite.

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England, Suffolk, Ipswich

Retreat East

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 26 Individually Designed Accommodations Including Converted Barns Shepherd Huts & a 16th Century Farmhouse
Amenities Restaurant Serving Seasonal British Cuisine, Spa With Treatment Rooms, Sauna Steam Room & Outdoor Hot Tub, Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Options & Various On-Site Activities
More Located in the Suffolk Countryside Spanning 35 Acres of Meadows & Organic Gardens a Short Drive From Ipswich & the Suffolk Coast

This country abode close to the village of Hemingstone was imagined and designed by its owner, architect Dominic Richards. It’s a mixture of standalone 16th-century barns and new build additions housing guest accommodations from one to four bedrooms. The style is farmhouse chic, with exposed beams, fireplaces, slate floors and the kind of sofas you can sink into. At the centre of the property lies the Grand Barn and the hotel’s restaurant with menus featuring seasonal local ingredients and produce from the onsite kitchen garden. There’s also a gym, sauna, steam room and spa with an alfresco hot tub.

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England, Greater London, London, Newham

The Gantry Stratford, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 291 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Multiple Dining Options Including Union Social Restaurant & Bar, Fitness Centre
More Located in Stratford, East London, Close to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park & Westfield Shopping Centre

Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Stratford train station with easy connections to central London, Westfield Shops, Hackney Wick and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park all on its doorstep – this hotel is a great base for those who want to explore East London. Guest rooms and suites are modern and minimalistic in design and offer all the in-room amenities a modern-day traveller would expect from the Hilton name.  A relaxed vibe flows through the hotel which offers guests the choice of three restaurants; the All-Day Lounge Bar and Terrace serves breakfast through to dinner, whilst light bites and creative concoctions can be enjoyed at the Cocktail Bar and the Rooftop Bar, located on the 18th floor really is a premier vantage point. Secured and self-parking is also available for guests choosing to travel by car.

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England, Suffolk, Bury Saint Edmunds

The Ickworth Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 27 Rooms, including Classic & Superior Rooms, Suites, and Family Rooms
Amenities The Conservatory Restaurant for Seasonal British Cuisine, the Lounge Bar for Drinks & Light Bites, Wellness area with Treatments & Sauna, a Fitness Suite, and a Kids Club
More Set in 1,800 acres of Parkland in the Suffolk Countryside with Easy access to Historical Sites

Laid back but classy, this super family-friendly establishment offers plenty of school holiday-friendly pursuits and rooms or apartments sleeping up to eight people. There’s tennis, swimming, croquet, badminton, bikes, a cinema room, creche and a kids club on-site, as well as free access to the nearby National Trust galleries. Adults can enjoy some alone or couple time with bespoke treatments in the spa, and candlelit meals at Federick’s. The hotel itself is an imposing 18th-century manor house enveloped by an enormous area of parkland, four miles from Bury St Edmunds.

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England, Leicestershire, Leicester

voco Leicester, an IHG Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 191 Stylish Bedrooms Including Nine Suites With Options Such As Private Balconies Hot Tubs Or Freestanding Baths.
Amenities On-Site Restaurant & Bar Offering Diverse Menus Pet-Friendly Rooms Available For Guests Traveling With Dogs.
More Located In The Heart Of Leicester Adjacent To Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium Providing Easy Access To City Attractions.
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England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

Hotel Du Vin Cambridge

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 41 Uniquely Designed Rooms & Suites including Classic Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, Suites, Cinema Suite & Signature Suite
Amenities Bistro Du Vin Serving Modern European Cuisine & Cellar Bar offering Fine Wines & Cocktails
More Located in the Heart of Historic Cambridge within walking distance of Cultural & Academic Landmarks

Situated in the heart of Cambridge, a stone’s throw away from the Fitzwilliam Museum, the Hotel Du Vin Cambridge is a great place to stay if you want to explore the delights of Cambridge. Its 41 exquisite and decadent rooms are welcoming and cosy with every care being taken to preserve the buildings history whilst fitting it with every modern amenity one could want. The centrepiece of the hotel is the Bistro du Vin whose inviting interior pays homage to natural light and strikes the perfect tone between informality and elegance. The bistro offers both French and British classics which are simple yet delicious with chefs using only the best seasonal produce. The hotel’s vast wine cellar and expert sommelier also make dining at the Hotel du Vin an experience to remember.

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England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hotel
(4 stars)
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Rooms 150 Chic, Well-designed Rooms, Many Overlooking the Tranquil Courtyard
Amenities The astronomer & Dutch, Along with a 24-hour Fitness centre & Co-working Space
More Located in the Sustainable Eddington District, Two Miles from Cambridge City Centre

The Hyatt Centric is a relaxed and welcoming upscale hotel which is the perfect place for all types of travellers. Perched just 2 miles away from the city centre the Hyatt Centric is the perfect place for travellers wishing to explore both the town and the surrounding countryside. The art deco-inspired rooms are inviting and luxurious with some rooms enjoying charming courtyard views. The hotel’s The Astronomer Bar and Brasserie offers excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner options whilst the Dutch bar provides guests with a place to unwind over a drink and some delicious nibbles. The hotel also has its own artisan coffee shop called Brew, which serves speciality coffees and delectable pastries. Finally, the hotel is home to Douce which is an innovative take on a hair salon as it not only offers haircuts but also offers artisan coffees and craft beers, it is truly a place for any occasion.

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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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England, Greater London, London, Notting Hill

The Laslett

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 51 Guest Rooms & Suites Are Available, Each Featuring Curated Artwork & a 'big Bar' with Local Treats
Amenities Henderson Bar & Kitchen, Recharge Spa, Fitness centre & Pet-Friendly Accommodations
More Located in the Heart of Notting Hill, Just Steps from Notting Hill Gate Underground Station

The Laslett occupies a total of five Grade II listed Victorian Townhouses in the ever-trendy borough of Notting Hill and is named after the founder of its famed carnival. Bedrooms – of which there are 51 – range from singles to suites offering up to two bedrooms and a living space. The Recharge Rooms offers cutting-edge spa treatments and wellness/fitness classes. And there’s a library, The Henderson Bar and a lounge – guests can order food to consume in any of these, or the bedrooms – as well as a boutique selling arty pieces worthy of its location.

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England, Greater Manchester, Manchester, Deansgate

Hyatt House Manchester

Apartments
(4 stars)
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Rooms 116 Guestrooms including Studios & one-bedroom Apartments with Fully Equipped Kitchens
Amenities on-site Dining at the Laureate Restaurant & the Graduate Bar Plus a 24/7 Fitness centre
More Located in Manchester's innovation District near the City Centre

Comprising 116 studio and one-bedroom suites, Hyatt’s serviced apartments are modern and sleek, yet comfortable. All have kitchens with Nespresso machines, working spaces with USB connectivity and city skyline or university green views. Some have connecting rooms well-suited to families, floor-to-ceiling windows, dining tables and living areas. Guests have 24-hour access to laundry facilities, a gym and an on-site pantry and a daily breakfast is included for all staying here. Found on the south side within the new business innovation district, it’s close to two universities as well as dining, shopping and social venues.

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