Fall in love with our top five romantic hotels
For some, a romantic interior is classic candlelight, for others it’s a sumptuous suite dripping in opulent modern additions, while many couples just crave a hidden gem away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Hoteliers across Britain have worked with some of the globe’s top interior designers and consultants to lovingly instil interiors which hit the spot. Here, we give you our top five romantic hotel interiors.
1. The full package – The Brimstone, The Lake District
Taking prime position is the beautiful Brimstone. Not only is it situated below the imposing skyline of the famous Langdale Pikes in the Lake District, the Brimstone’s 16 contemporary rooms are said to take guests ‘beyond boutique’.
The suites have been created to optimise the stunning surrounding scenery and boast spacious living areas. The rooms are light and airy with whites, greys, purple and natural hues used throughout, while dual-aspect log burning stoves add warmth and comfort.It offers private balconies, high-tech audio systems, experiential bathing and in-suite dining options. And in a refreshing first for the Lake District National Park, those staying here can enjoy the peace and quiet of the reading room where you can relax, drink and eat with the Brimstone’s compliments.
What’s more, if you love the Brimstone, you don’t have to share it, instead you can opt for complete exclusivity.
2. A world away – Kinloch Lodge, The Isle of Skye
Escape with your loved one to the peace and tranquillity of this stunning area of the Inner Hebrides. Quality time with your partner is in abundance at Kinloch Lodge, its traditional drawing rooms and open fires will warm any heart.
Its rooms are individually decorated in colours and textures chosen to reflect Skye's distinctive landscape and its plumped pillows and Egyptian cotton bedding give you a big hug after a long drive. The small, yet perfectly formed buildings are furnished with distinctive antiques, prints and paintings but the best gift it can give is the open views across sea-Loch na Dal or towards Kinloch Hill.
Kinloch Lodge is the highland home of Claire and Godfrey Macdonald, while Michelin Starred head Chef Marcello Tully carefully crafts each delightful menu. From breakfast to the evening meal, you will be blown away by the attention to detail.
3. A rural retreat – Stanley House Hotel & Spa, Lancashire
Perfectly positioned in the heart of the red rose county in acres of Ribble Valley countryside sits Stanley House Hotel and Spa. A luxury country house hotel like no other.
The 17th Century listed building has been transformed over the last ten years to offer 30 world-class bedrooms, stylish dining facilities and a multi-million pound spa designed by renowned consultants, Howard Spa Consulting which has worked on Armani spas across the world.
The Spa features five spacious treatment rooms offering a selection of world-class treatments from luxury organic line, ila and the prestigious Natura Bissé from Barcelona, a favourite of celebrities and top dermatologists.
Huge windows overlooking the countryside give guests the option of having ‘a treatment with a view’ enabling couples to experience the therapeutic benefits of nature while enjoying a sumptuous spa treatment.
4. Period living - The Rookery, London
Celebrity hideaway, the Rookery lies deep in the fashionable area of Clerkenwell. With the Barbican, St Paul’s, Holborn and The Tate Modern only a short distance, this is perfectly situated for couples wanting a period city break.
Inside guests will welcome the atmospheric Georgian townhouse. If you are searching for classical elegance rooms here boast four-poster beds, clawfoot baths and regal decorations. The ground-floor suite has its own hallway, a cosy boudoir and a subterranean bathroom. The top tier comprises a huge split-level Rook’s Nest suite, which benefits from views of St Paul’s Cathedral.
5. Be treated like royalty - The Royal Crescent, Bath
However you like to spend time as a couple, being one of the most romantic cities in the UK, Bath has it all. Nestled in the centre of sweeping Georgian houses which optimise the city is the Royal Crescent. A five star experience which teams elegance with a modern edge.
It prides itself on providing the perfect setting for a romantic break, proposal, anniversary or fairy-tale honeymoon. Over the top indulgence doesn’t go unnoticed here and for some is the perfect way to say I love you.
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