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The Pelham is an elegant boutique hotel in the heart of South Kensington. It is located a short walk from Kensington Gardens, the inspiration for the eclectic, brightly coloured design of its interiors.
It’s clear why The Pelham has long been regarded as one of London’s most sophisticated hotels. It has the aristocratic atmosphere of a London townhouse, its interiors are a romantic mix of elegant patterns and rich tones, complemented by the warm welcome and flawless service of a noble residence. The wood-panelled drawing room and library are wonderful places to relax, surrounded by archetypally English cabinet work. The hotel offers guests a wonderful opportunity to spoil themselves with an indulgent afternoon tea, or to enjoy some of the exquisite dishes prepared by Michelin-starred chef Alfredo Russo at the Trattoria. All of The Pelham’s 52 bedrooms and suites have their own style, expressed through a unique design with an evocative mix of antique and modern furniture, paintings and precious fabrics.
La Trattoria by Alfredo Russo welcomes you at any time of day for a delicious breakfast, light lunch, special Vintage Afternoon Tea or elegant dinner. The restaurant serves traditional-chic Italian food created with the distinctive flair of Michelin-starred chef Alfredo Russo.
For events and meetings – both business and private – The Pelham offers two bright, elegant conference rooms hosting up to 45 people, plus a private dining room, drawing room and library, available for private gatherings.
ACCOMMODATION
The Pelham’s 52 rooms and suites all have an individual style and design, expressed by a unique mix of antique and modern furniture, paintings and precious fabrics.
The wooden and metal window frames enhance the design of the furnishings, a creative combination of classic and contemporary, while natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows adds extra radiance to the interiors.
The eclectic design theme is carried through to the furnishings where exuberantly patterned headboards, drapes and upholstery are offset by plain, elegant wallpaper, and vice versa.
The ten suites – all spacious, welcoming and sophisticated – offer guests a level of comfort and luxury designed to match their personal taste and needs. There is even a loft-style suite with its own separate entrance, perfect for small families.
Smart Samsung TVs and beds by Simmons with Italian Frette linen complement antique wooden cabinets. The bathrooms are beautifully designed in solid granite and oak, with period style taps. Refined Penhaligon toiletries provide the ultimate in pampering.
All the rooms and suites are air conditioned and equipped with the latest technology. And to ensure that guests will always be unfazed by the vagaries of London weather, there’s also a courtesy umbrella in every room.
The Mews Suite
King Suite
7 Junior Suites
13 Double Executive
16 Double Deluxe
14 Double Superior
DINING
La Trattoria by Alfredo Russo welcomes guests at any time of the day, with a different ambience for every moment. The varied breakfast buffet will appeal to all tastes – eggs prepared in every possible way, pancakes with bacon, berries and maple syrup, duck egg on potato and goat’s cheese rosti, or the Pelham Porridge with organic oats. There’s also a vegetarian cooked breakfast, while a Champagne breakfast with Eggs Royale offers a more indulgent alternative.
For lunch and dinner, Michelin-starred chef Alfredo Russo infuses his dishes with his zestful, inquisitive approach to life. This “new Italian style” presents a highly personal take on traditional Piedmontese and Italian cuisine. From cod brandade with olive oil to baked aubergines with tomato and mozzarella, veal in tuna sauce, mixed boiled meats, pasta Amatriciana and bean soup, Alfredo’s menu is made for sharing!
ADDRESS
The Pelham
15 Cromwell Place, South Kensington, London, SW7 2LA
T: +44 (0)207 589 8288
E: reservations.thepelham@starhotels.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
FROM ST PANCRAS STATION
From this station travel by London Underground from Kings Cross/St Pancras Station (5miles) directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). The hotel is located directly across the street from South Kensington Station. Journey time is about 30mins.
FROM THE M25 & M4 MOTORWAYS
Arrive via the M25 exit at Junction 15 & join the M4 Eastbound. Travel 10miles along the M4 until the Motorway ends & becomes the A4. Continue another 5 miles & follow signage for ‘Central London’ until you reach South Kensington & the Museum district. You will pass Gloucester Rd Underground Station, the Natural History Museum & finally reach the Victoria & Albert Museum. As you drive in front of the Victoria & Albert Museum turn right into Thurloe Place & continue through the first set of traffic lights (Exhibition Road). The Pelham is 200m in front of you. From Junction 15, journey time is approximately 45-60mins depending on traffic.
FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT
From any Heathrow Underground Station travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Eastbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). The hotel is located directly across the street from South Kensington Station. Journey time is about 70mins.
FROM LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT
From Gatwick Airport Railway Station travel directly to Victoria Station via the Gatwick Express. Journey time is about 30 mins. Upon arriving at Victoria Station move downstairs to Victoria Underground Station & travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound for two stops on the District (green) or Circle Lines (yellow). The hotel is located directly across the street from South Kensington Station. Journey time from Victoria to South Kensington is about 10mins.
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
| Natural History Museum – 0.1 miles
Victoria & Albert Museum – 0.2 miles London Science Museum – 0.2 miles Imperial College London – 0.3 miles Science Museum – 0.1 miles Royal College of Art – 0.4 miles Harrods – 0.6 miles Buckingham Palace – 1.5 miles Piccadilly Circus – 2 miles Houses of Parliament – 2.2 miles Big Ben – 2.2 miles Trafalgar Square – 2.2 miles London Eye – 2.5 miles |
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Lounge
- Gym
- Laundry Service
- Room Service
- Luggage Deposit
- Pets Welcome
GUEST SERVICES
- Guest Experience Team
- All means of payments taken
- Weddings
- Meetings
- 24 Hours Front Desk
- Safety Deposit Boxes
- Express Checkout
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- TV with Foreign Channels
- Penhaligons Bathroom Products
- Hairdryer
- Air Con
- Desk with Lamp
- Starbed
- Mini Bar
- Tea Tray
- Newspapers
- Pillow Menu
- Wake Up Call
THINGS WE LOVE
- The hotel’s interiors were designed by Kit Kemp. Starhotels has refurbished many elements, while maintaining the same colourful aesthetic.
- A coveted address in the heart of South Kensington, ideally located for the capital’s main attractions.
- All 52 bedrooms and suites have retained their original personality.
- Eclectic and brightly coloured design with a period and contemporary mix create a uniquely charming atmosphere.
- The Pelham Hotel is the ideal venue for private events, from board meetings and press conferences to baby showers and cocktail parties.
- Combines tradition and modernity with the atmosphere of a townhouse and country residence.
MEETING & EVENT SPACES
The Library
The Gallery 1
The Gallery 2
The Drawing Room
Private Dining Room
WI-FI internet connection
Dedicated Event Manager
Sound system
Natural Light
Screen
LCD projector
Flip chart
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
Private Dining
Afternoon Tea
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
Any activity can be organised with the help of the Concierge Service, including and not limited to visits to museums, restaurant bookings, tours, private shopping and more.
Contact
Address and postcode – The Pelham
15 Cromwell Place, South Kensington, SW7 2LA
Telephone number –+44 (0)207 589 8288
Email address – reservations.thepelham@starhotels.com
HOTEL
Brimming with Victorian eccentricity, The Gore hotel represents a piece of British history. Since it opened in 1892, in an enviable location among the high-life hotspots of Kensington and Knightsbridge, it has been celebrated as one of London’s most enchanting hotels.
From antique carved beds to original paintings, each of the six floors is a treasure trove of period details and hand-picked piecesThe Gore is the perfect base for discovering the many attractions the capital has to offer. It is just a short walk from Kensington Palace, the flower-lined avenues of Hyde Park, the fascinating collections in the Natural History Museum, London’s temple of music – the Royal Albert Hall – and the most fashionable shops in Knightsbridge, including Harrods.
Each of The Gore’s 50 rooms and suites is unique, with its own sophisticated elegance. Furnished with hand-picked pieces, period artworks and ornate beds, they are often described as some of the most enchanting in London.
The Gore’s sophisticated interior makes it a unique and unforgettable venue for business meetings and private events, with three conference rooms and a lavish bar able to accommodate up to 50 people.
ACCOMMODATION
All of The Gore’s 50 lavishly appointed rooms and suites are individually furnished, creating a distinctive atmosphere that makes each one truly unique.
They are all furnished with sophisticated elegance and a keen eye for detail, with beautiful antiques, period photos and ornately decorated beds.
Many of the rooms stand out for their bright colours, opulent gilded mirrors, heavy roped drapes, carved oak four-poster beds, wooden writing desks and other original antique pieces.
In harmony with the hotel’s distinguished charm, all the rooms offer every possible comfort and discreetly integrate the latest technology, including a safe for valuables, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi and a well-stocked minibar.
The bed linen, bath robes and towels are by Frette, a luxury linen specialist, adding an exquisitely Italian touch of comfort, quality and style.
1 Suite
8 Junior Suites
9 Deluxe Doubles
2 Superior Twin Rooms
13 Superior Doubles
15 Classic Doubles
2 Classic Singles
DINING
190 QUEEN’S GATE
With many dishes as British as the hotel itself, the A La Carte menu at 190 Queen’s Gate captures the imagination with its simplicity and fullness of flavour. The creation of our Chef, there is nothing fussy or extraneous here. The dishes are contemporary classics, prepared and presented in a captivatingly modern way.
Their provenance is always a matter of pride, with many being sourced locally. Our carefully curated wine list includes many old favourites and some rare surprises.
Pre-theatre menu
190 Queen’s Gate is perfect accompaniment to concerts and other events at The Royal Albert Hall. You can begin your evening here thanks to our set pre-theatre dining menu. If you are attending a signature event at The Royal Albert Hall, we strongly recommend you reserve a table.
BAR 190
While original wooden panelling and lavish furnishings dominate the hotel , the walls of the bar at The Gore have a distinctly rock ‘n’ roll vibe. Bar 190 is best known as the location for the launch and photoshoot for The Rolling Stones’ 1968 album Beggars Banquet, and the decor pays tribute to this event.
Bar 190 serves an extensive range of spirits, with notably large collections of whiskies and rums. The creative cocktail list takes full advantage of this huge variety, extending from classics – such as Martini and Negroni – to a range of gin and tonics based on botanical and citrus infusions.
ADDRESS
The Gore
190 Queen’s Gate, Kensington, London, SW7 5EX
T: +44 (0)207 584 6601
E: reservations.thegore@starhotels.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
FROM ST PANCRAS STATION
From this station travel by London Underground from Kings Cross/St Pancras Station directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. The hotel is located at 190 Queen’s Gate.
FROM THE M25 & M4 MOTORWAYS
Arriving via the M25 exit at Junction 15 & join the M4 Eastbound. Travel 10miles along the M4 until the Motorway ends & becomes the A4. Continue another 5miles & follow signage for ‘Central London’ until you reach South Kensington & the Museum district. You will pass Gloucester Rd Underground Station. At the next set of traffic lights turn left on Queen’s Gate and drive down towards Hyde Park. The hotel is located at 190 Queen’s Gate.
FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT
From any Heathrow Underground Station travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Eastbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. The hotel is located at 190 Queen’s Gate.
FROM LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT
From Gatwick Airport Railway Station travel directly to Victoria Station via the Gatwick Express. Journey time is 30mins. Upon arriving at Victoria Station move downstairs to Victoria Underground Station & travel directly to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound for two stops on the District (green) or Circle Lines (yellow). We are located 10 minutes away walking distance from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance you need to walk down Cromwell Place to reach Cromwell Road. Turn left onto Cromwell Road (A4) and walk past National History Museum towards Queen’s Gate. At the intersection with Queen’s Gate turn right and walk down towards Hyde Park. The hotel is located at 190 Queen’s Gate.
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
| Royal College of Art – 0 miles
Hyde Park – 0.1 miles Royal Albert Hall – 0.1 miles Science Museum – 0.2 miles Imperial College London – 0.2 miles London Science Museum – 0.3 miles Natural History Museum – 0.3 miles Kensington Square – 0.4 miles Kensington Gardens – 0.4 miles South Kensington Underground Station – 0.5 miles Buckingham Palace – 1.6 miles Piccadilly Circus – 2.1 miles Trafalgar Square – 2.3 miles Houses of Parliament – 2.4 miles Big Ben – 2.4 miles London Eye – 2.6 miles |
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Room Service
- Pillow Menu
GUEST SERVICES
- Guest Experience Team
- All means of payments taken
- Weddings
- Meetings
- 24 Hours Front Desk
- Safety Deposit Boxes
- Express Checkout
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- TV with Foreign Channels
- Penhaligons Bathroom Products
- Hairdryer
- Air Con
- Desk with Lamp
- Star Bed
- Mini Bar
- Tea Tray
- Newspapers
THINGS WE LOVE
- Founded in 1892, The Gore is a symbol of the history of British hospitality.
- The perfect South Kensington base for discovering the many attractions London has to offer.
- A historic Victorian building with antique furniture and chandeliers, wood panelling, tapestries and original paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries.
- The Junior Suites are named after some of the hotel’s most prominent guests, including Dame Nellie, Judy Garland and Lady Blessington, and are all uniquely designed.
- In 1968, Bar 190 witnessed a fundamental chapter in the history of rock: the Rolling Stones’ Beggars Banquet album launch.
MEETING & EVENT SPACES
The Library
The Tapestry Room
The Mulberry Room
WI-FI internet connection
Dedicated Event Manager
Sound system
Natural Light
Screen
LCD projector
Flip chart
Hotel Services
Express Checkout
Safety Deposit Boxes
Luggage Deposit
Guest Experience Team
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
Private Dining
Afternoon Tea
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
Any activity can be organised with the help of the Concierge Service, including and not limited to visits to museums, restaurant bookings, tours, private shopping and more.
Contact
Address and postcode – The Gore
190 Queen’s Gate, Kensington, SW7 5EX
Telephone number –+44 (0)207 584 6601
Email address – reservations.thegore@starhotels.com
HOTEL
Located in the beautiful town of Stockbridge in the heart of Edinburgh, a UNESCO World Heritage site, this elegant Georgian townhouse is the perfect base for exploring a city steeped in history, yet alive with modern, cosmopolitan culture.
The uniquely-styled rooms and suites combine modern furnishings with traditional elegance to create truly luxurious living spaces. From the large windows that frame stunning views of Edinburgh’s New Town to the Georgian inspired decor, Nira Caledonia promises a truly memorable stay in a beautiful location.
Just a short walk from New Town, guests are lucky to be located in a beautifully vibrant area of Edinburgh, full of elegant terraced houses, thrift stores, and delicious delis. Stockbridge has a village-feel, which is elevated by our weekly farmers’ market held every weekend offering jewellery, crafts, and food. And just around the corner is the Water of Leith, a river snaking through the city – the perfect place for a morning stroll to the docks.
ACCOMMODATION
The rooms and suites at Nira Caledonia are bright and airy, some with floor-to-ceiling sash windows that flood the rooms with light. Each one is beautifully decorated in sophisticated shades of brown and cream with rich, eclectic furnishings and splashes of colour in scatter cushions. The overriding factor here though, is the warm and friendly service specifically designed to make guests feel at home and totally pampered.
Single Rooms The contemporary Single Rooms are both intimate and relaxing. There are three Single Rooms in this boutique hotel, each measuring up to 13 sq. metres. These rooms are the best option for comfortable and stylish accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh’s UNESCO Heritage site. All the rooms are uniquely styled and decorated.
Petite Doubles Stylish modern amenities, including a digital radio with docking station and coffee machine, are paired with characterful furniture and exciting feature walls. Some rooms have uninterrupted views over the perfectly maintained gardens, and others to the sandstone facades of Edinburgh’s world famous New Town. All rooms are uniquely styled and decorated.
Petite Double Plus Classic design is combined with inner-city vibrance in these cosy and elegant Petite Double Plus bedrooms. Featuring everything you need for a relaxing city break in Edinburgh including a digital radio, flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and a decadent bed ready for you to sink into, you can wake up to views across Edinburgh’s world famous New Town.
Executive Doubles Using the finest fabrics and ornate furnishings to create the perfect atmosphere. The Executive Rooms feature an in-room seating area for guests to relax, a work desk and eclectic décor. At 28 square metres in size, with five-foot beds covered in crisp linens and soothing colours, these stunning rooms are not only spacious, but uniquely boutique. All the rooms are uniquely styled and decorated.
Executive Double Plus Uniquely styled and decorated, the Executive Plus bedrooms overlook the sandstone facades of Edinburgh’s New Town. Timeless elegance combines with modern amenities, plenty of space, and deluxe bathroom products to create a relaxing retreat in the beautiful city of Edinburgh.
Suite Plus The Suites are large and eclectic, many with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the cobbled street of Gloucester Place, king size beds, and a large floor space with enough room for an extra bed. They have ensured that all of their Suites feel like a home away from home; bright, spacious, and furnished with the finest décor. All the rooms are uniquely styled and decorated.
Jacuzzi Suites Spread over 40 square metres, these are the largest and finest rooms. All of the Jacuzzi Suites feature a large Jacuzzi bathtub in the spacious en-suite bathroom and views over New Town or the gardens. Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the sumptuous furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows, elegant Georgian-inspired décor, and refined romantic grandeur. All the rooms are uniquely styled and decorated.
DINING
Diners at Nira Caledonia are often well travelled, but their dishes are more stay-at-home, serving local and regional cuisine, making sure to trace the provenance of their food, focusing on fresh, seasonal supplies. Keeping food miles to a minimum, Head Chef Garry Swan is incredible at creating succulent Scottish dishes, and the restaurant has been awarded the Taste Our Best accreditation.
From pork to fish, all ingredients that are served at breakfast have been locally-reared, selecting organic rare-breed back bacon that has been dry-cured by hand, piece-by-piece, for 8 days. Similarly, Chef insists that the organic sausages are hand-made using traditional methods. Both come direct from Shaw’s Fine Meats based in Lauder in the Scottish borders. As for the smoked salmon, supplied by Hong Kong-born Eddie Kwok, Eddie’s Seafood Market a Marchmont institution.
They source local and regional cuisine featuring ingredients farmed, caught or bred in Scotland. From farm or fishery to fork, tracing the provenance of the food, focusing on fresh, seasonal supplies. True to their name, using charcoal to grill our meat, fish, poultry and game. Across all dishes, the burning embers add an authentic caramelised charcoal flavour. From Shetland rope grown mussels to Chateaubriand for two, offering something for every taste.
ADDRESS
Nira Caledonia
6 to 10 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6EF
T: 0131 225 2720
E: info@niracaledonia.com
W: https://www.niracaledonia.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
Nira Caledonia is located just a short stroll from Princes Street in the centre of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are close to the city’s tram stops, easily reached by taxi from Edinburgh’s railway stations and airport, and major thoroughfare roads are just around the corner.
Airport – Edinburgh International Airport (EDI). Taxi, tram, bus (30 min)
Train Station – Waverley Train Station. Taxi, bus, walk (15 min)
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Edinburgh Castle
Holyrood Palace
Old Town
Stockbridge
Water of Leith
Fringe Festival
Royal Military Tattoo
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Jogging track
- Bar
- Family friendly
- Full service housekeeping
GUEST SERVICES
- Bell staff/porter
- Doctor on call
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry service
- Wakeup service
- Airport Transfer
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- Smart TV
- L’Occitane Bathroom Products
- Personal Safe and Hairdryer
- Room service
- Mini Bar
- Docking Station
- Tupinamba Coffee Company machine, Suites only
THINGS WE LOVE
Aside from this stunning Georgian property, By far our most loved aspect of our Hotel is the friendliness and professionalism of the team. The boutique nature of the property allows for guests to arrive as friends and leave as family. The attention to detail is adored by all guests, making it feel like you’re staying with someone you’ve known for years and go above and beyond to cater to everyone as specifically as best they can.
Local areas we loved include Stockbridge (the hotels location) and Dean village. Stockbridge is known as the trendy/ edgy part of town – filled with boutique shopping and dining opportunities from independent businesses. Their USP is most certainly the three Jacuzzi suites that are in the property – these are by far their most popular rooms.
JACUZZI SUITES
The Jacuzzi Suite room category offers a exclusive an private jacuzzi where to rest and relax.
More rooms with cosy bathtub alternative, are ideally offering bubbles and relaxing and beauty salts, to create the feeling of a “private spa”. On request a list of products that can be provided in room on arrival (e.g. beauty face masks, scented salts, bubble bombs, and more).
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
Dining experience at Blackwood’s bar and grill
Access to the beautiful India street gardens.
Whisky tasting of our own brand can be also organized.
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
The location means they have excellent access to activities, whether these are based in Edinburgh or beyond.
Historical tours
Walking tours
Self driving tours across Scotland
Contact
Website – https://www.niracaledonia.com
Address and postcode – Nira Caledonia
6 to 10 Gloucester Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 6EF
Telephone number –0131 225 2720
Email address – info@niracaledonia.com
HOTEL
A true hidden gem of Knightsbridge, The Franklin London combines the warmth of a private home with the impeccable service of a luxury hotel. Refurbished by the celebrity designer Anouska Hempel, this 35-bedroom boutique hotel is unique and original in style, fusing the charm of an English house with Italian style.
The Franklin is tucked away on a quiet residential street yet is only steps away from the excitement of Knightsbridge and London’s most famous landmarks. The hotel houses a fine-dining Italian restaurant, curated by the Michelin-starred chef Alfredo Russo, as well as an elegant and glamorous Franklin Bar.
A truly unique feature of The Franklin is the private garden available to access for all the guests – a haven of oasis in a bustling city. The Library can be enjoyed as a space to relax or for private meetings. The hotels also features a Hammam and a gym and all our guests can enjoy the services of a Les Clefs d’Or concierge.
ACCOMMODATION
Every one of the 35 spacious rooms and suites, including the 63 m2 Presidential Suite – the ultimate distillation of elegance and style – is flooded with light and exquisitely furnished for total comfort. Most offer views of Knightsbridge or the verdant parkland of Egerton Gardens.
While each has a different layout and atmosphere, the Franklin’s 35 rooms all express the same elegant aesthetic that underpins Anouska Hempel’s overall design concept. The colours are mainly muted, neutral tones – greys, black, white, teak and tan – which are lent further authenticity by natural oak flooring, shagreen upholstery and individual touches like the framed botanical specimens on the walls of many of the rooms.
The soft, neutral colours, mainly shades of grey, white and black, harmonise with the sophistication of the other furnishing details, including the oak floors, large Victorian windows, mirrored furniture and wrought iron canopy beds with sumptuous Italian linen by Frette and mattresses by Simmons.
The suites are even more sumptuous, with furnishings in fine Italian velvet and taffeta. Skilful touches of greenery bring nature into the interiors, while Art Deco touches lend extra sophistication.
Large Samsung Smart TVs, GHD hairdryers and straighteners and exclusive Penhaligons toiletries provide add luxurious touches to every room, while a pillow menu and rain shower experience enhance the sensation of sheer indulgence.
DINING
The Franklin Restaurant by Alfredo Russo
This modern Italian restaurant is the domain of Michelin-starred Chef Alfredo Russo. Here guests can enjoy a breath-taking fine-dining experience, a combination of simplicity, sophistication and quality seasonal ingredients. There is seating for just 30 diners, in an intimate space with a view of the garden. The familiar grey velvet decor, with silk ikat-patterned furnishings and immense Venetian églomisé mirrors, generates an exclusive, refined warmth.
The Franklin Bar
The Franklin Bar is an elegant Cocktail bar lined with mirrored walls in a Great Gatsby 1920s style. The essence of glamour, it is the perfect place to wind down before dinner or enjoy a cocktail created by a skilled mixologist.
ADDRESS
The Franklin
Knightsbridge, London, SW3 2DB
T: +44 (0)20 7584 5533
E: reservations.thefranklin@starhotels.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
FROM HEATHROW AIRPORT
From London Heathrow Airport, you can travel by Underground, from any Terminal directly to South Kensington Station. Take the Piccadilly line (dark blue) towards Cockfosters and stop at South Kensington Station. The Franklin is located 10 minutes walk from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance walk down Pelham St. to reach Thurloe Square. Turn right at Thurloe Square and then immediately right at South Terrace. Keep walking down to Egerton Gardens and turn left. The hotel is located at 24 Egerton Gardens. The commute will take about 50 minutes.
FROM LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT
From London Gatwick Airport, you can travel by Gatwick Express, from the South Terminal If you arrive at the North Terminal, take the shuttle to the south Terminal. The Gatwick Express will take you to Victoria Station. From Victoria, follow the underground signs and take either The Central Line (Yellow) or The District Line (Green) to South Kensington Station. The Franklin is located less than 10 minutes away from the station . Once you have come out of the main station entrance walk down Pelham St. to reach Thurloe Square. Turn right at Thurloe Square and then immediately right at South Terrace. Keep walking down to Egerton Gardens and turn left. The hotel is located at 24 Egerton Gardens. The journey will take approximately 1 hour.
FROM HEATHROW AIRPORT
From London Heathrow Airport, you can travel by Underground, from any Terminal directly to South Kensington Station. Take the Piccadilly line (dark blue) towards Cockfosters and stop at South Kensington Station. The Franklin is located 10 minutes walk from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance walk down Pelham St. to reach Thurloe Square. Turn right at Thurloe Square and then immediately right at South Terrace. Keep walking down to Egerton Gardens and turn left. The hotel is located at 24 Egerton Gardens. The commute will take about 50 minutes.
FROM LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT
From London Gatwick Airport, you can travel by Gatwick Express, from the South Terminal If you arrive at the North Terminal, take the shuttle to the south Terminal. The Gatwick Express will take you to Victoria Station. From Victoria, follow the underground signs and take either The Central Line (Yellow) or The District Line (Green) to South Kensington Station. The Franklin is located less than 10 minutes away from the station . Once you have come out of the main station entrance walk down Pelham St. to reach Thurloe Square. Turn right at Thurloe Square and then immediately right at South Terrace. Keep walking down to Egerton Gardens and turn left. The hotel is located at 24 Egerton Gardens. The journey will take approximately 1 hour.
FROM ST PANCRAS STATION
From Kings Cross/St Pancras Station, travel by London Underground to South Kensington Station. You will be travelling Westbound on the Piccadilly Line (dark blue). The Franklin is located less than 10 minutes away from the station. Once you have come out of the main station entrance walk down Pelham St. to reach Thurloe Square. Turn right at Thurloe Square and then immediately right at South Terrace. Keep walking down to Egerton Gardens and turn left. The hotel is located at 24 Egerton Gardens. The commute will take about 30 minutes.
FROM THE M25 & M4 MOTORWAYS
From M25 use the left 2 lanes to merge onto M4 towards Heathrow Airport. Follow A4 to Cromwell Mews and continue onto Great West Rd/A4. At Hogarth Roundabout. Take the 2nd exit onto Great West Chiswick/A4. Turn right onto Egerton Terrace and right again onto Egerton Gardens.
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Victoria and Albert Museum – 0.1 miles
London Science Museum – 0.1 miles
Natural History Museum – 0.1 miles
Harrods – 0.3 miles
Sloane Street – 0.4 miles
The Serpentine – 0.6 miles
Buckingham Palace – 1.2 miles
Piccadilly Circus – 1.8 miles
Houses of Parliament – 1.9 miles
Big Ben – 1.9 miles
Trafalgar Square – 1.9 miles
London Eye – 2.2 miles
Tower of London – 4.1 miles
Wembley Stadium – 6.3 miles
O2 Arena – 7.4 miles
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Meeting Rooms
- Valet Parking
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lounge
- Gardens
- 24hr Front Desk
- Laundry Service
GUEST SERVICES
- Les Clefs d’Or Concierge
- Guest Experience Team
- 24-hour Fitness Centre
- Personal trainer (on request)
- Hammam Wellness Center
- Spa Menu
- The Hempel-designed Hammam, for residents only, provides a relaxing retreat for guests, with specialist treatments on request.
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- Newspapers
- Penhaligons Bathroom Products
- Personal Safe and Hairdryer
- Air Con
- Starbed
- Pillow Menu
- Desk with Lamp
- Minibar
- Smart TV with foreign satellite channels
- Safety Deposit Box
- Room service
- Docking Station
THINGS WE LOVE
Overlooking the exclusive Egerton Gardens, the hotel offers guests a peaceful, private stay in the heart of London.
- A short walk from Knightsbridge.
- The Guest Experience Team and Les Clefs d’Or Concierge attend to guests’ personal requirements, transforming their stay into a bespoke experience.
- Anouska Hempel’s elegantly opulent interiors create an atmosphere of unparalleled splendour. Embroidered furnishings, Venetian stone floors and filigree silverware capture the spirit of a glorious era within the context of a thoroughly modern hotel.
MEETINGS
- WI-FI internet connection
- Dedicated Event Manager
- Sound system
- Natural Light
- Screen
- LCD projector
- Flip chart
- Breakfast & Lunch
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
Any activity can be organised with the help of the Concierge Service, including and not limited to visits to museums, restaurant bookings, tours, private shopping and more.
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
- Cocktail Masterclasses
- Private Dining
- Treatments
Contact
Address and postcode – The Franklin
Knightsbridge, London, SW3 2DB
Telephone number – +44 (0)20 7584 5533
Email address – reservations.thefranklin@starhotels.com
HOTEL
Knockinaam Lodge, an original shooting lodge, is set surrounded by its own cove, facing towards Ireland and the Irish sea. It is a 10 bedrooms, country lodge, set in 40 acres and a private beach at the end of the garden. With a 3 AA Rosette restaurant, based on sustainable local produce, a set 5 course menu is presented at the end of each day (with dietaries included). Run by David and Sian Ibbotson for the past 18 years, where traditional values are as important as the wine list.
ACCOMMODATION
Knockinaam Lodge is a boutique hotel that has 10 wonderful bedrooms, of which five boast spectacular sea views and one which is a two bedroom family suite.
A real “home away from home” as all 10 bedrooms delight with their own individual personalities, giving the traditional building a modern feel, each bedroom is complemented with special little touches created by the hosts. Their self-catering Shingle Lodge is just a stone’s throw from the beach and is perfect for a rural retreat or a base from which to explore this wonderful are of Dumfries and Galloway.
DINING
If the landscape doesn’t take your breath away, the food will, as this 3 AA rosette restaurant serves a set 5 course menu based on sustainable, local produce. The menu is carefully designed by Head Chef Tony Pierce and his chefs, and they are blessed with outstanding quality seafood and farm produce right on their doorstep, so the team have the pick of the crop and that includes fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs from their very own hotel garden.
10 tables for an intimate candle lit dinners
Real log fires, views overlooking the gardens and Irish Sea
Plated breakfasts
ADDRESS
Knockinaam Lodge
Portpatrick, Wigtownshire
Dumfries and Galloway
DG9 9AD
T: 01776 810471
E: reservations@knockinaamlodge.com
W: https://www.knockinaamlodge.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
By Car: Easy to reach from the A75, 3 miles from picturesque Portpatrick, and only 8 miles from Stranraer.
Nearest Airport: Glasgow International (95 miles) – 2 and half hours
Nearest Train Station: Stranraer (6 miles) – 15 minutes
Nearest Ferry: Cainryan (13 miles) 25 minutes
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
- Logan Botanical Gardens: 12 miles, 30 minutes
- Glenwhan Gardens: 12 miles, 25 minutes
- Mull of Galloway: 20 miles, 45 minutes
- Kircudbright Bay: 55 miles, 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Wigtown: 30 miles, 50 minutes
FACILITIES
Check in time: 2pm
Check out: 11am
- Complimentary parking
- Chauffeur tours
- Picnics
- Packed Lunches
- Walking Guides
GUEST SERVICES
- Restaurant AA 3 rosette-awarded
- Bar
- Lounge
- Private beach
- Exclusive use
- Weddings
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Real wood fireplaces
- Concrete soaking bath
- Seaview or garden view
- Freeview TV
- Bathtub and overbath shower
- Fluffy bathrobes
- Slippers
- Arran Aromatics toiletries
THINGS TO DO
Beaches
- There are wonderful quiet beaches for exploring, walking and adventure
- Portpatrick is the start of the Southern Upland Way walking trail
Gardens to Visit nearby
- Logan Botanical
- Glenwhan
- Castle Kennedy
Market Towns to visit
- Wigton (Book town)
- Kirkcudbright (Artists)
- Castle Douglas (Food)
REASONS TO VISIT
Getting away from it all with a chance to restore and revive.
- Fresh air, walks, fantastic food and wine, there is as much or as little as you want in terms of things to do.
- Outdoor seating dotted around the garden, lunches and teas inside or out.
- An area of Dark Skies, which can be stunning on a clear night.
ACTIVITIES
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Treasure hunts
- Country walks
- WW2 Historian walks
- Country sports
- Golf
- Range of bespoke team building exercises
- Walking Southern Upland Way
- Cycling
- Visit to Culzean Castle
- Visit to Dumfries House
- Fishing trips, on lochs or sea
- Open water swimming
Contact
Website – http://www.knockinaamlodge.com
Address and postcode – Knockinaam Lodge
Portpatrick,
Dumfries & Galloway
DG9 9AD
Telephone number – 01776 810 471
Email address – reservations@knockinaamlodge.com
HOTEL
Blackaddie House Hotel is a superb country house hotel with 7 individually decorated bedrooms, nestled in a lovely 2 acre garden by the banks of the River Nith, on the outskirts of Sanquhar, providing lovely views out across the hills of South West Scotland.
Rated a 4 Gold Star Restaurant with Rooms, the hotel offers extremely comfortable accommodation, excellent facilities and the best of friendly personal service.
The hotel is ideal for many different occasions and activities including: Family celebrations, outdoor adventures, business meetings, romantic breaks, and is a fabulous location for weddings.
ACCOMMODATION
5 rooms and 2 suites, all en-suite and designed to an excellent standard. All bedrooms in the main house are named after birds with Grouse being the largest suite with a 4 poster bed.
Beds are super King sized, some rooms have jacuzzi baths and most have separate Monsoon power showers. Not only upon arrival, but throughout your stay, thoughtful gifts include a fresh fruit basket, homemade shortbread and bottles of mineral water.
If you’re looking for space for yourself, but with all the facilities of the hotel and an award-winning restaurant on your doorstep, then consider one of their 2 Self Catering Lodges, located within the grounds.
DINING
One of Scotland’s best fine dining restaurants with 2 AA Rosettes, chef-proprietor, Ian McAndrew, Scotland’s Chef of the Year 2016, believes that fine dining starts with selecting the finest local ingredients.
His guests enjoy the option of the daily changing five Course Menu or the gourmet Tasting Menu. Ian and his wife Jane have an abundance of charm and experience and have held a Michelin Star in previous businesses.
Their aim with Blackaddie House Hotel is to bring quality food, lovely rooms and a friendly atmosphere without pretentiousness to this small corner of Scotland.
ADDRESS
Blackaddie House Hotel
Sanquar
Dumfries & Galloway
DG4 6JJ
T: 01659 50270
E: ian@blackaddiehotel.co.uk
W: http://www.blackaddiehotel.co.uk/
Cottages :http://www.nithriversidecottages.co.uk/
NEAREST TRANSPORT
By Car: Located on the A76, Sanquhar stands midway between Dumfries (27 miles) and Ayr (32 miles), and is 1 hours driving distance from Glasgow and just over 1 hours driving distance from Edinburgh.
Nearest Airport: Glasgow International (50 miles) – 1 hour
Nearest Train Station: Sanquhar (1 mile) – 10 minutes
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Dumfries House (18 miles)
Crawick Multiverse (1 mile)
Turnberry, Prestwick & Troon Golf Courses (40 miles)
Centre of Glasgow (45 miles)
Centre of Edinburgh (55 Miles)
FACILITIES
Check in time: 2pm
Check out: 11am
- Pets Welcome
- Gardens
- Picnics
- Bar
- Lounge
- Restaurant
GUEST SERVICES
- Train station transfers
- All means of payments taken except Diners Card
- Free Parking
- Exclusive Use
- Weddings
- Meetings
- Conference Spaces
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- Smart TV
- Arran Aromatics Bathroom Products
- Room service
THINGS TO DO
River Fishing
Blackaddie is a perfect spot for the fisherman almost all year round. The river Nith is a significant Scottish Salmon river and it flows at the bottom of our garden. It’s not only good for Salmon though as it always used to be well known for Sea Trout and wild Brown Trout, Grayling are there too. 0 miles
Southern Upland Way
The Southern Upland Way is Britain’s first official coast to coast long distance foot-path. It starts at Portpatrick on the west coast of Scotland and goes 214 miles (344km) to Cockburnspath on the eastern seaboard and runs right past the end of our drive. 0 miles
South West Coastal 300
One of the UK’s newest and most beautiful driving routes, the South West Coastal 300 passes the end of our driveway. A stunningly scenic 300 mile loop that will take your from the rollings hills and forests of South West Scotland to its enchanting lochs and coastlines. The breathtaking beauty of South West Scotland will captivate you from the moment you arrive. 0 miles
Sanquhar Golf Club
Golfers may take advantage of Sanquhar Golf Club situated just 300 meters from the hotel. This is a very attractive 9-hole parkland course with good views of the surrounding countryside. The course offers a challenge for low handicappers while being enjoyable for moderate golfers. Day tickets are available for visitors. 0.4 miles
PLACES TO VISIT
The World’s Oldest Working Post Office
Sanquhar’s post office is over 300 year’s old and dates back to 1712 when it started out as a staging post for runners moving mail about the country on foot and horseback. 0.5 miles
Crawick Multiverse
Crawick Multiverse is a major land restoration project to transform a former open cast coal mine into a spectacular artland and public amenity. The ecology of the site, and materials found within it, inspired the design which is based around space, astronomy and cosmology. 1 mile
Mennock Pass
The Mennock Pass offers some of the most stunning scenery in the region. Set in the Lowther Hills, the pass twists and turns alongside Mennock Water. You may well encounter some traffic jams in the form of flocks of sheep on the road as they wander across it to find the best grazing! 5 miles
Wanlockhead Lead Mining Museum
The Museum of Lead Mining is set in the picturesque village of Wanlockhead, the highest village in Scotland. The museum tells the story of the 18th century lead mine and shows how the miners really lived. You can even go inside the mine and see for yourself! 9 miles
Drumlanrig Castle
The majestic Drumlanrig Castle is less than a 20 minute drive from Blackaddie and it is well worth a visit. One of the most spectacular examples of 17th Century Renaissance architecture in Scotland. The castle is surrounded by 40 acres of beautifully tended gardens and are a lovely place to stroll. 10 miles
Dumfries House
Dumfries House is an 18th Estate and House, set in 2000 acres, was saved by His Royal Highness Prince Charles in 2007 and has since been beautifully restored. It houses a stunning collection of Chippendale furniture. 18 miles
PLACES TO VISIT
Ellisland Farm (Robert Burns)
Robert Burns, the great Scottish poet, built Ellisland in 1788 for himself and his family. It is an idyllic spot and like Blackaddie house is also set on the beautiful banks of the river Nith. Admire the view from his study, where many of his great works were penned. 21 miles
Blackstone Clydesdales
Blackstone Clydesdales is a farm where you get the chance to experience the magic of these beautiful animals up close. You can even go for a ride if you are not scared of heights! 18 miles
Scottish Industrial Railway Museum
The Scottish Industrial Railway Museum restores and demonstrates unique and historically significant industrial steam and diesel locomotives. You can see the locomotives up close and even take a short ride in the brake van of one of the steam locomotives! 24 miles
Dark Sky Observatory
The Dark Sky Observatory is situated on a stunning hilltop site on the edge of the Galloway Forest Dark Sky Park. It has some of the darkest skies in the UK and has two large telescopes through which to observe the night sky. There are a variety of visit options available which you can find on their website. 25 miles
The Grey Mare’s Tail
The Grey Mare’s Tail is one of the UK’s highest waterfalls at 60 metres high. If you are feeling energetic you can walk to the top and enjoy stunning views over Loch Skeen. You may see mountain goats on the way up, these nimble locals are often perched in the most precarious of spots. Or for the bird watchers among you, peregrine falcons, ospreys and ring ouzels can be seen! 39 miles
Contact
Website – http://www.blackaddiehotel.co.uk/
Address and postcode – Blackaddie House Hotel
Sanquar
Dumfries & Galloway
DG4 6JJ
Telephone number – 01659 50270
Email address – ian@blackaddiehotel.co.uk
HOTEL
Situated in the centre of one of the world’s greatest Georgian crescents, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa in Bath is the ultimate city based urban retreat. Dating back to 1775, this AA 5 red star luxury hotel is set amongst an acre of private gardens, which includes an award winning luxury spa, The Spa & Bath House and a first-rate AA 3 rosette dining experience at The Dower House restaurant.
The hotel is a prime base for both families and couples to explore this incredible World Heritage city, with its Abbey, Roman Baths and Georgian history (plus an abundance of shops, restaurants and bars!). As well as easy access to the Cotswolds, Stonehenge and London (situated only 80 minutes away by train!).
With all of this to offer, The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa has to be the first choice destination for those visiting the city of Bath and beyond.
ACCOMMODATION
The Royal Crescent boasts 45 suites and rooms, which combine old world heritage with new world luxury. All rooms are individually designed and offer a sense of tranquillity and splendour after a day of exploring the city and its surrounding areas.
The 45 bedrooms & suites are offered over 5 categories
Deluxe Room, Heritage Room, Master Room (junior suite), Deluxe Suite & 3 Master Suites (highest level)
Plus the Garden Villa with 2 bedrooms and 2 suites (accommodates 8 adults and 2 children) has its own Walled Garden.
DINING
Expect a first-rate AA 3 rosette dining experience in the delightful Dower House restaurant, relax in the ambiance of this beautifully designed room, overlooking green and secluded gardens.
Executive Head Chef, David Campbell is passionate about using fresh, locally sourced produce to create a tantalising range of meals to take diners on an unforgettable culinary journey.
Hotel guests and non-residents can enjoy a wide range of delicious freshly prepared food – modern British-European cuisine with classic influences.
Fine dining evening dinners start from 7pm, or all-day dining is available in The Montagu Bar & Champagne Lounge between 11am and 10pm.
The Garden Terrace is also a perfect area for al fresco dining and there an acre of gardens with ample seating.
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is also famous in the area for its afternoon teas. Enjoy the most decadent of British traditions in their perfect English gardens.
A choice of three different Afternoon Teas, as well as a dedicated Children’s Afternoon Tea, is served daily between 1.30pm and 6pm (last sitting at 4.30pm).
Afternoon Tea is served in The Dower House Restaurant or in our glorious gardens.
Afternoon Tea – £37.50 per person
Children’s Tea Menu – £19.50 per child.
ADDRESS
Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
16 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LS
T: 0800 089 3929
E: info@royalcrescent.co.uk
W: https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/
NEAREST TRANSPORT
By Car – The Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa are a 20 minute drive from Junction 18 on the M4.
By Train – 80 minutes from London Paddington to Bath Spa Station (then and 10 minute taxi ride).
Nearest Airport – 45 minute drive from Bristol International Airport
Further details – https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/find-us/
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Bath Abbey, Roman Baths, Pump Rooms, The Assembly Rooms (with Costume Museum) all within an 8 minute walk from the hotel’s doors.
Other experiences include– Bath Gin Tasting, Bath Glass Blowing, Hidden Garden Tour, Gourmet Artisan Tour and Paddle Boarding.
Further details – https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/experiences/
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Spa
- Pool
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Lounge
- Gardens
- 24hr Front Desk
- Pets Welcome
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
GUEST SERVICES
- Golden Key Concierge Service
- Butler Service
- Airport transfer & chauffeur service can be arranged by the Concierge Team
- All means of payments taken
- Valet Parking
- Exclusive Use
- Weddings
- Meetings
- Conference Spaces
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Tea Tray
- Fluffy Bathrobes and Slippers
- Books and Magazines
- Flat-screen TV
- Noble Isle Bathroom Products
- Personal Safe and Hairdryer
- Air Con
- Room service
THINGS WE LOVE
• City centre hotel with a country feel. Georgian residential area to the rear of the hotel and the Crescent Lawn and acres of Victoria Parkland to the front.
• The team at The RCH who go above and beyond with their roles. Our feedback always includes fabulous compliments about them all – ‘From the General Manager who came up and introduced himself to us, the superb waiters, friendly reception staff through to the very accommodating chamber maid, the customer service was a delight to be on the receiving end of and was second to none.’
• Individually designed bedrooms & suites (no two rooms the same).
• One acre of beautifully manicured lawns with most beautiful wild flowers and garden sculptures.
• Their AA gold award winning English breakfast served in an acre of gardens (weather permitting!).
• Right in the heart of the city so everything is walkable.
• Over 200 hundred restaurants and bars to enjoy within the city.
• 6 pet-friendly bedrooms and suites with a doggy welcome pack.
SPA
• Winner of The Best Hotel Spa at The World Spa Awards 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019!
• Spa facilities include – a 12metre heated Relaxation Pool, Vitality Pool with massage jets, Sauna, Steam Inhalation Room.
• 5 treatment rooms (including a couple’s room) using Elemental Herbology products. This is British brand and based around the Five Element theory from traditional Chinese medicine, our therapists will consider not only your skin type but also lifestyle, environment and the season to achieve optimal results.
• They also offer Spiezia products which suitable for those diagnosed with and recovering from cancer, other long term illness or stress. Ingredients in the products ensure that even those with the most sensitive or sensitised skin can safely nourish and give relief.
• Also offer gents treatments
• a fitness room fully equipped with Technogym equipment.
• ****All spa facilities and the fitness room are offered on a complimentary basis to all residential guests!****
Treatment menu – https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/media/1728/spa-menu-2019-web.pdf
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
- Picnics
- 4 different afternoon teas
- Al-fresco dining
- Time at the spa
- Cocktail master classes.
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
- Bath Gin Tasting
- Bath Glass Blowing
- Hidden Garden Tour
- Gourmet Artisan Tour
- Birds of prey
- Comedy, haunted, historical walks of Bath
- Paddle Boarding
- Further details – https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/experiences/
Contact
Website – https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/
Address and postcode – Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
16 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LS
Telephone number –0800 0893929
Email address – info@royalcrescent.co.uk
HOTEL
This 14-century farmhouse just three miles from Tetbury is a real gem. Set in the heart of the Cotswolds, Calcot Manor is the perfect countryside retreat for couples and families alike, with stylish rooms and over 220 acres of meadowland to explore.
Calcot Manor is appealing to both families and couples. Parents looking for a rural retreat with activities for the little ones will not be disappointed.
In summer the outdoor swimming pool and play facilities allow children to be children by blowing off steam and enjoy the sunshine, while The Mez, filled with games consoles, computers and even a small cinema, is a perfect bolthole when the weather is not so kind.
For those days when mum and dad need a break, there is also an Ofsted registered crèche.
ACCOMMODATION
Calcot Manor has 35 individually designed rooms. Choose the rooms and suites in the barn if you are staying with the family, of which there are 10 to choose from. Couples will prefer the peace of the rooms in the main building. Super-comfy hideaways with extra touches.
Choose a cosy bolthole made for two, or a generous family pad with room to stay and play… All of these rooms and suites are overflowing with style AND substance. Beds just made for a lazy lie-in and room service, and beautylicious bathrooms just begging for bubbles… in the tub and in a glass!
Welcome to your Cotswolds home-away-from-home.
Cosy Rooms
They say the best things come in small packages. Packed with character and country style, these Cosy Rooms offer the perfect Cotswold retreat for two.
Comfy Rooms
With bags of style and plenty of room, we’re talking elegant, comfortable and downright indulgent. Enjoy Cotswold style and all the modern comforts you could wish for.
Generous Rooms
These Generous Rooms are (you’ve guessed it) marvellously generous in size. Plus, they feature a few little extras. If you’re seeking somewhere rather special with more space to stretch out, these rooms will suit you down to the ground… and right up to the ceiling!
Family Rooms
Cosy, yet spacious enough for snuggling up family -style. These family rooms are generous enough for two small guests and two grown-ups to sleep soundly in the same room.
Family Pads
Bring the whole clan and make the most of their Family Pads. Each one comes with an adjoining kids’ room so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Sleeping two adults and two little ones, these rooms are perfect for family adventures.
Generous Family Pads
Now we’re talking! Calcots Generous Family Pads are designed over two floors, giving you and your little ones plenty of space to hang out together and relax. You even have your own private garden and a bathroom with twin tubs… double the bubbles!
DINING
The Conservatory Restaurant
Elegant, welcoming, homely, warm… As Calcot’s principal restaurant, The Conservatory is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Families can eat in the Gumstool Inn between 5.30pm-9.30pm (9.00pm on Sundays) or at lunchtime.
The Gumstool Inn is a traditional country pub that serves a wide choice of favourites with a finesse you wouldn’t normally expect from a pub menu. Dan Craythorne Head Chef, has created a menu bursting with beautifully cooked food, the freshest local produce, and tempting Mediterranean flavours.
Opening Times
Lunch: 12.00-2.00pm
Dinner: in the Conservatory is served until 9.30pm (9.00pm on Sunday)
The Gumstool is open until 11.00pm (Sunday: 10.30pm).
Room Service
Gumstool menu is available during pub opening hours. Sandwiches and drinks available 24 hours a day.
Bar
The Gumstool’s log fire and lodge-like feel help to make a charming country-pub environment in which to relax. Also an elegant hotel lounge for pre-dinner drinks.
Delicious Afternoon Teas – £22.50 per person
ADDRESS
Calcot & Spa
Near Tetbury
Gloucestershire
GL8 8YJ
T: 0800 089 3929
E: receptionists@calcot.co
W: http://www.calcot.co/
NEAREST TRANSPORT
By Road
Calcot & Spa lies 12 miles from both Junctions 17 (via Malmesbury and the A429) and 18 (via the A46) of the M4 and Junction 13 of the M5.
The hotel is situated three miles west of the town of Tetbury on the A4135, just before the crossroads of the A4135 and the A46. Driving time from London is under two hours.
By Air
Closest airports
Gloucestershire Airport 16.9 miles
Bristol Airport 27.6 miles
Cardiff Airport 50.8 miles
Heathrow (LHR): 90 miles.
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Westonbirt Arboretum – Managed by the Forestry Commission, the internationally recognised Westonbirt Arboretum is a 15 minute drive from the hotel off the A433
Bath is only 40 minutes from the hotel and provides a great day out with plenty to see and do. An official Spa town, Bath is flourished with natural hot springs and offers a unique experience with amazing architecture, iconic attractions from the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge to the Roman Baths and stunning Thermae Bath Spa and plenty of shops for some retail therapy if that’s what your looking for.
Kingscote Barn – 2 miles
Ancient Ram Inn – 5 miles
Badminton Horse Trials -8 miles
Michaelwood Services M5 -8.4 miles
Leigh Delamere Services M4 – 10.3 miles
Castle Combe Circuit -11.1 miles
The Players Golf Club -11.5 miles
Cotswold Water Park -11.6 miles
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Spa
- Gym
- Tennis courts
- Lounges
- Free Wi-Fi.
GUEST SERVICES
- Free parking
- Exclusive Use Max Capacity: 70
- Wedding Planning Services
- Meeting
- 35 (boardroom style)
120 (theatre style)
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Fluffy bathrobes and slippers
- DAB radio
- Books and magazines
- Flat-screen TV with Sky Entertainment
- Aromatherapy Associates bathroom products
- Personal safe and hairdryer
- Fresh fruit and homemade shortbread
- Pantry and mini fridge
THINGS WE LOVE
- Rural retreat perfect for families and couples alike
- Just three miles from the pretty Cotswold village of Tetbury
- Stylish rooms designed with comfort and relaxation in mind
- Choose from a fine dining restaurant or delicious traditional fare in The Gumstool gastro pub
- A fully staffed creche and playroom plus a wealth of activities for the children ensure mum and dad get a holiday too
- Separate swimming pools for adults and children, plus an outdoor hot tub perfect for sipping champagne under the stars
SPA
- An indoor heated pool
- A gymnasium
- 7 beauty treatment rooms
- Sauna and steam room
- Relaxation area and outdoor hot tub
- Personal training
- Beauty treatments and fitness classes
- Crèche
- Lounge dining area.
Treatments - Massage and complementary therapies
- Facials, non-surgical facelifts
- Body treatments, luxury treatments
- Men’s grooming
- Bare Escentuals mineral make up and additional beauty treatments
- Lashes & Brows
ON SITE ACTIVITIES
- Tennis
- Disc golf
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Swimming Pool
EXPLORE
A day in Oxford
There is so much to see in wonderful Oxford – this is ‘the city of dreaming spires’ and your private guide will show you the highlights. Home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, Oxford is packed with history and stunning architecture.
A day in the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are rural England at its best, and a day spent exploring the ancient, honey-coloured limestone villages of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire, set amongst rolling sheep-dotted hills, stone-walled fields and country inns is simply magical.
Blenheim Palace
A masterpiece of eighteenth century Baroque architecture, Blenheim Palace is home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Winston Churchill.
Explore Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon
On the banks of the River Avon and just to the north of the Cotswolds, lies the home of the world’s most famous playwright, William Shakespeare. Discover where the Bard was born and raised, and admire the beautiful Tudor architecture of the town.
Harry Potter’s Oxford & Studio Tour
Leave the land of Muggles behind and discover the real-life sets of Hogwarts, hidden throughout beautiful Oxford. After exploring the city, enter the magic of the Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio for a chance to see the props and sets from the films.
Hidcote Manor & Gardens
Located just outside the charming Cotswolds town of Chipping Campden, Hidcote is a stunning Arts and Crafts garden famous for its rare shrubs and trees and outstanding design features. It’s a perfect place to visit if you need gardening inspiration.
Highclere Castle – The real Downton Abbey
Made famous worldwide by the television phenomenon, Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle is home to The Earl and Countess of Carnarvon.
Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle is a medieval castle dating back to 1068 and originally built by William the Conqueror then developed over time, Warwick Castle now houses a collection of armoury to rival that on display at the Tower of London.
Contact
Hotel Details
Website – http://www.calcot.co/
Address and postcode – Calcot & Spa, Near Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8YJ
Telephone number –0800 089 3929
Email address – receptionists@calcot.co
HOTEL
Fonab is a magical Scots Baronial castle that has been lovingly restored into Pitlochry’s only five-star hotel and spa.
Nestled in woodland above Loch Faskally, it perfectly combines comfort, style and breathtaking views.
Every detail of its 42 bedrooms, two restaurants and spa have been beautifully designed.
Perfect for those looking for a touch of glamour in Highland Scotland.
ACCOMMODATION
Each of the 42 rooms and suites, including the indulgent Penthouse, have been designed to be individual in nature, so that there is a seamless quality to the blend of modern furnishings and original castle features.
Guests adore taking in the breathtaking views from their rooms, some of which include Loch Faskally and the impressive Ben Vrackie.
42 rooms and suites
Woodland Rooms
Lodge Rooms
Castle Rooms
Penthouse Suite
DINING
The Brasserie serves an updated, classically British menu of seasonal dishes for a casual lunch or dinner.
There is also the sumptuously designed, 3 AA Rosette awarded Sandeman’s Restaurant where guests can savour the innovative dishes in their seven-course tasting menu.
A new addition to Fonab is luxury Pod Dining. Each Pod offers adjustable heating, mood lighting, personal music system, service button and your very own host to look after your guests. Sandeman’s (open Tuesday to Saturday, Closed Sunday and Monday)
Al fresco dining
Pod Dining
Lounge
Afternoon Tea
Freshly baked scones and cakes
The Fonab Afternoon Tea – £32.50 per person
Champagne Afternoon Tea – £52.45 per person with a Glass of Ruinart NV Champagne;
£57.00 per person with a Glass of Ruinart Rose Champagne
Ruinart Rose Champagne Afternoon Tea – £190.00 for 2
The Gin Afternoon Tea – £42.50 per person
The Fonab Cream Tea – £16.50 per person to look after you and your guests.
ADDRESS
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, Foss Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5ND
T: 01796 470140
E: reservations@fonabcastlehotel.com
W: www.fonabcastlehotel.com
NEAREST TRANSPORT
Edinburgh Airport – 70 miles, 1 hour and 30 minutes
Pitlochry Train Station – 3 miles, 6 minutes
NEAREST ATTRACTIONS
Loch Tummel – 5 miles, 10 minutes
Blair Castle – 10 miles – 20 minutes
Ben Vrackie Mountain – 5 miles, 10 minutes
Blair Athol Distillery – 1 mile, 5 minutes
Pitlochry Festival Theatre – 0.5 mile, 2 minutes
FACILITIES
Check in time: 3pm
Check out: 11am
- Terrace
- Two restaurants
- Free newspapers in the Lounge
- 42 rooms including Penthouse
- Bar and lounge
- Full-service spa
- Indoor pool
- 24-hour front desk
GUEST SERVICES
- Free parking
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
IN ROOM SERVICES
- Nespresso Coffee Machine
- State of the Art Entertainment System
- Egyptian Cotton Linen
- Bathrobes and Slippers
- Thierry Mugler Toiletries
- Mineral Water
- Hospitality Tray
THINGS WE LOVE
- Pitlochry’s only five-star hotel and spa
- Unique loch-side location
- 3 AA Rosette-awarded fine dining
- One-of-a-kind Gin Bar
- Exclusive Pod Dining
- Highland Safaris
- Blair Castle
- House of Bruar
- Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Whisky Distilleries
SPA
- 15 metre Swimming Pool
- Spa Pool
- Sauna and Aroma Relax Room
- Thermal Suite
- Steam Room
- Matis Facial Treatments
- Matis Body Treatments
- Manicures
- Pedicures
- Lashes & Brows
OFF SITE ACTIVITIES
- Shooting
- Falconry
- Bungee Jumping at Killiecrankie
- Hiking
- Cycling Routes
- Fishing
- Walking
- White Water Rafting with Nae Limits
Contact
Hotel Details
Website – http://fonabcastlehotel.com
Address and postcode – Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, Foss Rd, Pitlochry PH16 5ND
Telephone number –01796 470140
Email address –reservations@fonabcastlehotel.com