Whether you’re planning a surprise weekend escape or simply want to indulge in a little luxury with someone special, the UK is home to some truly unforgettable hotels. From charming country inns to boutique seaside escapes, we’ve rounded up the most romantic spots where you can unwind, explore, and fall in love all over again.
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, Oxfordshire
A foodie haven and the original garden-to-table concept, Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons is a taste of ultimate decadence in Oxfordshire. The individually designed rooms are influenced by chef-patron Raymond Blanc OBE’s travels with home comforts and imaginative décor.
A world-class gastronomic affair awaits you and your love at the 2 Michelin star restaurant. Utilising the best of organic ingredients and produce from their own garden you can enjoy a seven-course dinner expertly crafted by the team of talented chefs.t
The food is a huge highlight for this hotel, so why not equip yourself with some award-wining culinary knowledge by taking part in one of the classes. Attend the gardening school and learn how to nurture plants throughout the seasons or take your culinary skills to the next level at the cookery school.
Heckfield Place, Hampshire
For an elegant Georgian escape in Hampshire, look no further than Heckfield Place. Surrounded by ancient woodlands, meadows, and serene lakes, it’s an ideal spot for couples to unwind. Each room is full of natural materials and meticulous craftsmanship for ultimate relaxation and luxury.
Reconnect and realign to nature’s pace at the in-house spa, The Bothy by Wildsmith, enjoy a luxurious facial or really relax with a full body massage, reiki healing or reflexology. After you’ve had a full rest, why not indulge in nature and stroll through beautifully restored walled gardens.
Nourish your body with a meal made from the produce from the organic home farm and biodynamic market garden at Marle Restaurant or the open-flamed Hearth directed by the culinary imagination of Skye Gyngell.
The Scarlet, Cornwall
Offering an astonishing setting and utter serenity, The Scarlet is an adult-only boutique beach hotel overlooking Cornwall’s north coast. A guaranteed ocean view, the rooms are adorned with a balcony or terrace so you can soak up the salty sea air and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of nature on your next lover’s escape.
Find some deeper quiet amongst the hushed Cornish clifftops at The Scarlet Spa, take a dip in the pools, enjoy a log-fired hot tub, and have a moment of quiet in the clifftop cedar wood sauna and sweat away your worries in the steam room.
The food offering is a daily celebration of nature’s generous gifts with seasonal dishes, sustainable wines and coastal views. Sharing tapas-style options are available along with curated tasting menus and even afternoon teas.
The Newt, Somerset
A magical escape in the rugged countryside of Somerset, The Newt is a stunning must-visit venue and the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. The Edwardian hotel is set in acres upon acres of splendid gardens, woodland, farmland and cyder orchards all of which you can explore.
There is so much to discover and do, from farm to knife butchery workshops and dry-stone walling, to summer suppers and garden tours. The hotel also boasts a spa, complete with indoor-outdoor pool, steam room, sauna and an array of natural treatments for you and your beau.
Enjoy elegant and seasonal dining, inspired by and gathered from the gardens at The Botanical Rooms, feast on estate vegetables, the choicest cuts from the salt room and dayboat fish from the Dorset coast. The Farmyard Kitchen offers creative sharing dishes using ingredients grown, foraged and reared on the estate.
The Fife Arms, Fife
Romantic luxury nuzzled in the dramatic Highlands of Northeast Scotland awaits at The Fife Arms. Mixing sport, art and an authentic Scottish experience, this immersive hotel combines dark earthy tones with old school opulence.
Outdoor lovers rejoice as this hotel takes full advantage of its location offering guests activities such as guided hikes, off road experiences, wild swimming, tennis, wild sketching, foraging and golf, to name a few.
The Fife Arms showcases the finest seasonal Scottish produce in The Clunie Dining Room. Delve into fresh seafood and game and sample local whiskies and spirits at The Flying Stag, the hotel’s pub. Enjoy a wee dram or two at Bertie’s Whisky Bar or a nightcap at Elsa’s for a cocktail.
