Best Luxury Hotels in United Kingdom

Dunkeld House Hotel lies within a 280-acre Perthshire estate beside the River Tay. Once the country retreat of the Dukes of Atholl, the grand baronial mansion is now a four-star country house hotel offering 98 rooms and suites with interiors featuring heritage tones and period detailing. Dining centres around The Stag, where menus celebrate seasonal Scottish ingredients, while the bar serves relaxed lite bites during the day, along with traditional afternoon tea in The Orangery, overlooking the estate gardens. The spa offers ishga treatments inspired by the Hebrides, complemented by an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and gym. With fishing, clay pigeon shooting, cycling trails, and scenic walks, the hotel combines country pursuits with refined relaxation in the heart of Highland Perthshire.

An immersive experience as much as a hotel, The Mandrake is a theatrical yet fashionable boutique property in Fitzrovia. Its 34 cocoon-like bedrooms include a penthouse. Ostrich feathers, curtained beds, heavy jewel-coloured fabrics, clawfoot tubs, esoteric paintings and candlelight create an opulent backdrop for your stay. The Mandrake’s unique design approach is thanks to the Beirut-born owner Rami Fustok, himself an art collector and draws more than its fair share of A-listers. Spiritual healing wellness events take place in the basement, there are two bars; Waeska and Jurema serving ethnobotanical cocktails and YOPO, the South American restaurant led by Executive Chef George Scott-Toft.

Bursting with individuality and charm, The Scotsman Hotel is an Edinburgh institution. The beautiful Baroque buildings in which this luxury hotel sits was once home to the National Newspaper – which is now the hotel’s namesake. Interiors showcase many original features, including luxurious floor-to-ceiling wood-panelled rooms, grandiose marble staircase and stained glass windows – all combined with modern amenities and unique signature details. Each of its  58 rooms and 14 suites is individual, stylishly appointed and a comfortable sanctuary in the heart of the city. Guests can dine at the hotel’s destination restaurant, enjoy a drink in the bar or seek a moment of solitude in many of the cosy spaces throughout the hotel. And home to a 48-seater classic cinema, guests can enjoy a trip to the Picturehouse with the utmost convenience.

This boutique hotel is five minutes away from Sloane Square if you are going by foot. The luxurious bedrooms have marble bathrooms, and you get access to free Wi-Fi so that you stay connected to the rest of the world. The interior design of this hotel leaves a lasting impression on anyone that stays. For interior décor, the hotel has been furnished with antiques collected from all over the world, paintings, as well as classical furniture. All the rooms are air-conditioned to ensure you enjoy comfort and excellent air quality. The Penhaligon’s toiletries and bathrobes provided in every room make you feel at home.

A multi-million-pound makeover has given this award-winning hotel a new lease of life. Close to the shopping and dining district of Deansgate, the Radisson provides everything you need under one roof: Peter Street Kitchen serving Japanese and Mexican small plates, French cuisine and afternoon teas in The Library by Assouline, superfast WiFi, a spa spread across an entire floor, gym and a 12-metre subterranean pool. 263 rooms and suites come with floor to ceiling windows, handcrafted Vispring mattresses and paraben-free REN toiletries. Found on Peter Street, the metro is five minutes on foot, with Picadilly Station a further 10 minutes away.

The superb Scottish mansion and lodge is situated at the heart of the Trump International Estate in Aberdeenshire. The lodge is surrounded by mountain ranges, rivers and lochs. The property’s secret stairways, extensive whiskey collection, and traditional log fires maintain and offer an authentic Scottish cultural experience. Charming and luxurious rooms have great entertainment amenities and free wi-fi access. The property’s restaurant offers fine dining and special diet menus on request. Traditional Scottish breakfast is served in the mornings including haggis, Stornoway black pudding etc. The elegant dining room is great for special cocktail events.

Amidst the charm of the lively capital of Northern Ireland, Belfast is your new favourite five-star hotel, The Fitzwilliam. Situated in the heart of the city, it is the ideal hub for your next stay, regardless of the occasion. With 146 rooms and suites, you can find comfort and tasteful contemporary design without even lifting a finger – elegant bathroom facilities, fluffy robes and Egyptian bed linens are just the start of your experience. The Fitzwilliam also provides facilities for any kind of trip to the big city, from luxurious dining experiences with the one you love to Afternoon Tea with your friends on a Girls’ Weekend. They also provide space for cocktail masterclasses, murder mystery events, and private dining which is guaranteed to impress you. Regardless of the why, or the who… choose to conquer Belfast in style by staying at The Fitzwilliam.

This city centre hotel is part of the QHotels Collection and is one of Leeds most famous and beloved landmarks. Following a recent transformation, the hotel offers elegant grandeur with art-deco style and first-class service. The hotel comprises 232 stylish bedrooms and suites; from cosy doubles through to roof-top terrace suites. Opulent interiors continue through to The Grand Pacific – the hotel’s restaurant – where diners can enjoy all day dining with flavours from far flung lands, fused together with quintessential British classics. For coffee, cocktails or Afternoon Tea, The Bar or Café Pacific are the perfect places to indulge in a tipple or two. With premium meeting and conference facilities and convenient location, the hotel is an excellent choice for both business and leisure travellers too.

Rufflets Hotel in St Andrews, Scotland, is a luxurious retreat set in ten acres of stunning gardens. Founded in 1924, this family-owned hotel boasts a rich history and a welcoming atmosphere. Accommodation options range from classic rooms and suites to charming gatehouse lodges, all furnished to provide comfort and elegance. The on-site restaurant, Seasons, offers farm-to-table dining with produce sourced from the hotel’s own gardens. Guests can indulge in activities such as golf, located just a short distance away, and explore the historic town of St Andrews.

Taking its cue from the original Artist Residence in Brighton, this hip, creative hot spot is found in the up-and-coming St Paul’s district. Decorated with limited edition art prints, shabby chic original fixtures, industrial accents, and an eclectic mix of vintage and reclaimed furniture, it’s a bohemian dream, with the added benefit of luxe conveniences like Roberts radios, Nespresso coffee machines, fully stocked minibars and organic Bramley bath products. There are many room categories to suit every type of traveller including the Broom Cupboard, Boot Room, Factory, Loft, The Lookout and an Artist Suite – some of which are dog and family-friendly.

This was the first ever Hoxton hotel to be launched, landing in Shoreditch in 2006, at a point when the district was beginning to emerge as one of the hippest haunts in the capital. Beyond the brick and glass exterior is the kind of decor that typifies modern East London; a blend of urban, industrial and retro chic. There are 210 bedrooms with design features like parquet floors, accent headboards, distressed-effect rugs, leather Chesterfield wingback armchairs and backlit mirrors. Guests can hang out in the rooftop restaurant and bar, on a lounging sofa by the fire in the lobby, or at the Hoxton Grill.

This residence may be among the bright lights of London’s theatreland and nightlife hub, yet it’s tucked out a view in a peaceful pocket of the district. Kit Kemp has created the colourful interiors, with bright prints and a cool Britannia vibe. Guests at The Soho Hotel have the benefit of an onsite boutique cinema with two funky screening rooms, a beauty spa, a library and a drawing room and access to a Nintendo Wii. Bedrooms come equipped with a fully stocked mini-bar, a Tivoli Radio, a Bluetooth Bose unit, Frette bed linen and RikRak bath and body products.