Best of England
England has a diversity that can rival most countries in Europe, and a range of places to stay to match, varying from some of the best country house hotels you'll find anywhere to cosy pubs and inns, peaceful glamping sites and of course more country cottages than you can shake a stick at. We've selected some of the best from each of these accommodation categories, with plenty of examples from all over the country. Whether you're looking for a boutique hotel in the Lake District, a spa resort or a seaside B&B, or a just well-placed hostel for a spot of hiking, you'll find some great options here. Have a browse, and discover your perfect break.
Best Places to Stay in Best of England
Not far from Windermere, this luxe-meets-rustic Lake District boutique inn springs a surprise with its own smokehouse and micro-brewery
The Wild Boar, Crook, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3NF
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A proper village pub in the heart of Norfolk, with very comfortable rooms and seriously good food.
The Brisley Bell, The Green, Brisley, Norfolk NR20 5DW
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This beautiful East Sussex vineyard has a restaurant with 10 swoon-worthy boutique rooms
Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, East Sussex BN26 5TU
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The luxury lodges on this beautiful Sussex wine estate are the ultimate romantic escape for two
Tinwood Estate, Tinwood Lane, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0NE
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A Cumbrian country estate at your disposal, with beautiful contemporary self-catering and its own gastropub on the doorstep!
Netherby Hall, Netherby, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria CA6 5PR
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A glamorously old-fashioned hotel that enjoys a spectacular seaside location.
Atlantic Hotel, Dane Road, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EN
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A lovely country-chic weekend escape, serving some of the best food in the West Midlands.
Hampton Manor, Shadowbrook Lane Hampton-in-Arden Solihull Warwickshire B92 0DQ
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Seaside chic and great food in a fabulous coastal location.
The Gallivant, New Lydd Road, Camber Sands, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7RB
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Walpole Bay Hotel, Fifth Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent CT9 2JJ
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Spacious and very comfortable rooms in an unusual and peaceful location: perfect for a weekend away.
Wivenhoe House Hotel, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex CO4 3SQ
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Quirky Isle of Wight boutique hotel.
Enchanted Manor, St Catherine's point Sandrock Rd Niton Isle of Wight PO38 2NG
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A unique boutique hotel handily situated for Durham's major sights and attractions
OYO The Town House, 34 Old Elvet, Durham, County Durham DH1 3HN
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Headingley Lodge, St Michael’s Lane, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3BR
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Quebecs, 9 Quebec Street, Leeds LS1 2HA
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Family friendly style next to the UK's best amusement park
Big Blue Hotel, 1 Clifton Drive, Ocean Boulevard, Pleasure Beach, Blackpool, Lancashire FY4 1ND
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Set in London's beautiful Hampstead, La Gaffe is an award-winning and charming guesthouse full of idiosyncrasies
La Gaffe, 107–111 Heath Street, London NW3 6SS
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Totally Tudor glamour and style.
Thornbury Castle, Castle St, Thornbury, Gloucestershire B35 1HH
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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2EH
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Rustic seaside chic in the heart of old Whitby
Shepherd's Purse, 95 Church Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4BH
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A funky Brighton townhouse with a rock and roll vibe
Hotel Pelirocco, 9-10 Regency Square Brighton BN1 2FG
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Rooms with a view – but perhaps not the one you were expecting
The Old Station, Bell Busk, Malham, North Yorkshire BD23 4DT
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A beautiful, contemporary B&B with unique and comfortable rooms – and a great breakfast!
Tinsmith's House, 23 Oakfield Road, Aylsham, Norfolk NR11 6AL
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Luxury Cornwall beach houses just across the bay from St Ives.
Three Mile Beach, Three Mile Beach, Gwithian Towans, Gwithian, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 5GE
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A romantic self-catering cottage along with equally romantic glamping options - in a glorious rural location.
The Old Forge, Compton Abbas, Near Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 0NQ
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A spacious wooden cabin on the shores of Lake Windermere, with great facilities nearby
Footprints Lodge, White Cross Bay, Holiday Park, Ambleside Road, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1LF
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Three large and quirky holiday houses on a Sussex country estate.
House on the Brooks, Hardham Mill, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 1LA
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Designer-inspired rooms in this slick Conran hotel near Brick Lane and Shoreditch
Boundary London, 2–4 Boundary Street, Shoreditch, London E2 7DD
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Ideally situated, this family-owned hostel continually tops the polls for best budget stay
Birmingham Central Backpackers, 58 Coventry Street, Birmingham, West Midlands B5 5NH
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Perched above the Atlantic, ten boutique rooms with stupendous views
Lewinnick Lodge, Pentire, Headland, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1QD
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A cool and contemporary Hampshire pub in classy Stockbridge with stylish rooms and superb food
The Greyhound on the Test, 31 High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 6EY
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A very comfortable Hampshire country house hotel with lovely grounds and its own cookery school.
Lainston House, Woodman Lane, Sparsholt, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2LT
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The Bristol Hotel, Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4QF
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The Royal Oak, Tetbury, 1 Cirencester Road, Tetbury, Gloucestershire GL8 8EY
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Stylish seaside B&B that's a perfect Sussex base
Regency Rooms, 85 South Terrace, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LJ
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Boutique rooms on the edge of central London at well below central London prices.
The Tommyfield, 185 Kennington Lane, London SE11 4EZ
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Surrounded by rolling Avon countryside, The Bath Priory Hotel is a an award-winning country-house hotel
The Bath Priory, Weston Road, Bath, Somerset BA1 2XT
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A historic, sophisticated restaurant with rooms in a stunning High Peak village close to Chatsworth House
Fischers Baslow Hall, Calver Road, Baslow, Derbyshire DE45 1RR
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A relaxing and tranquil hotel with great facilities in spacious grounds
Champneys Henlow, Coach Road, Henlow, Bedfordshire SG16 6BT
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Village inn on the edge of Winchester with charming rooms, a family-friendly feel and good food
The Running Horse, 8 Main Road, Littleton, Winchester, Hampshire SO22 6QS
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A lovely Hampshire country inn – eco-friendly, dog-friendly, and serving great food.
Jack Russell Inn, Netherton Hill, Andover, Hampshire SP11 0DS
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A proper country restaurant and pub, with four comfy guest rooms and superb field-to-fork cooking.
The Pointer, 27 Church Street, Brill, Buckinghamshire HP18 9RT
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Whitstable’s coolest hotel with a lovely sea-facing location
Hotel Continental, 29 Beach Walk, Whitstable, Kent CT5 2BP
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A unique five-star hotel in the heart of Mayfair, classically English with strong eco-credentials.
The Athenaeum, 116 Piccadilly, London W1J 7BJ
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A sylish country inn with spacious suites and destination restaurant, overlooking one of England's finest views.
Carpenters Arms, 1 church view,Felixkirk, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 2DP
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A great base for touring around Penrith, Ullswater and the Eden Valley
George & Dragon, Clifton, Clifton, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 2ER
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Saracens Head, Wolterton Near Erpingham, Norfolk NR11 7LZ
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