Title: GreyFriars Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=12921400&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # GreyFriars A peaceful garden retreat where travelers can enjoy WiFi, excellent dining from morning to night, and three welcoming bars for evening relaxation ## Photo gallery for GreyFriars ![Duplex Suite | Courtyard view - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/0dc3be5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/3e7b8435.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 17.50 per person) - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/81584c91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/3009ff0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Duplex Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/addd3c65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies GreyFriars offers a tranquil garden setting with practical amenities. Enjoy meals all day at the vibrant coffee shop and two restaurants, and unwind at three distinct bars. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the experience. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services £122 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 5 - Jan 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 6 - Jan 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/2f8ee260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 9.4 Exceptional 15 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/39ca3991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/894d1d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Furnished patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Bathrobes - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Duplex Suite ![Duplex Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/b005e5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Duplex Suite 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Bathrobes Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite ![Deluxe Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/f6151e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding 5 bedrooms - 431 sq ft - 5 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Signature Suite ![Signature Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/0373853d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Free minibar items Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Sofa bed - twin - 581 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-GreyFriars.h12921400.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-GreyFriars.h12921400.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.88996%2C0.90632&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GeQPUrEQ0GTwyWjIuZQ8s3_5TWA=) High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1UG #### What's nearby - Colchester Castle Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Xtreme Gaming \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Colchester Castle Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Colchester Town Hall \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Mercury Theatre \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Colchester Town Station - 7 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬4 min walk - ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬4 min walk - ‪Slug & Lettuce - Colchester - ‬5 min walk - ‪Silk Road - ‬5 min walk - ‪Curzon Colchester - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### GreyFriars Property highlights A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at GreyFriars. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and 1 meeting room - Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and concierge services - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at GreyFriars boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 2 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 per person - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as GreyFriars Hotel Colchester GreyFriars Colchester GreyFriars Hotel GreyFriars Colchester GreyFriars Hotel Colchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is GreyFriars pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at GreyFriars? ### How much is parking at GreyFriars? ### What time is check-in at GreyFriars? ### What time is check-out at GreyFriars? ### Where is GreyFriars located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## GreyFriars Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 490 8 - Good 109 6 - Okay 26 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 6 Nov 2025 We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again, ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J m 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hi lovely welcome great safe parking and to finish a great breakfast ##### J m Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A really pleasant stay, hotel is immaculate and very well situated. Pleasant and courteous staff Very enjoyable ##### Elizabeth Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marielle 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful stay. Very convenient location, we could walk to everything. Reception team was lovely. Staff at breakfast service were a bit slow and could have been more attentive. Overall a great option! ##### Marielle Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a great hotel for a short stay in Colchester. A very good breakfast, large rooms, and the location is great if you want to explore Colchester (right by the castle and park). ##### Lauren Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vernon 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best hotel in Essex We stay at this hotel at least a couple of times a year and it never disappoints. Even the smallest rooms are a good size, the food and cocktails are excellent and the staff can't do enough for you. It's also very conveniently situated a two minute stroll to the high street. ##### Vernon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lot of money has obviously been spent on the hotel - to it's benefit, albeit it is somewhat quirky in places. Nevertheless, a very comfortable hotel, very handily placed for the centre of Colchester and surprisingly good value when you consider breakfast, wifi and parking are included. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda J 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful stay Hotel was lovely Staff great Fabulous location Need windows that open. ##### Amanda J Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KIM HO 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good locations Only a few minutes walk to the town. The room is spacious and the breakfast is delicious. ##### KIM HO Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very helpful from the moment I arrived. I needed to book an additional night and thought that might mean a different room for two nights as Expedia said they couldn’t do at their end. They were very accommodating and gave me a room upgrade which was lovely. They carried my luggage to my room. Breakfast was amazing. Servers were friendly. The front desk agent arranged transportation for me when I left. A very pleasant stay. ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fabulous hotel great staff, loved the bar and a fire in the evening ##### Caroline Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gwendoline 21 Jul 2025 It was very enjoyable, staff very helpful and friendly.will certainly come again. Thankyou very much. Gwendoline Adams ##### Gwendoline Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANTHONY KEVIN 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A highly professional attitude from the staff on the front desk… ##### ANTHONY KEVIN Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meaghan 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff make this such a great place to staff; always well taken care of! ##### Meaghan Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay once again. The hotel is old school but lovely and the staff are great. The breakfast is fantastic! ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities From the time we checked in to when we left, the service was first class....can we call out Katein the dining room for special mention. She was a brilliant server and an asset to the Hotel ##### John Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An enjoyable one night stay. A lovely one night stay. Friendly staff. A complimentary room upgrade was given. We enjoyed our evening here. ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay. Quiet end of the high street and short walk to the shopping and restaurant. Really smart hotel with a 5 star feel. Nice, Small and intimate. Private parking to the rear of the hotel. Would highly recommend. ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Liked large quiet room, outside seating area, lift, soft carpet, comfortable bed, nice shower. Didn't like poor lighting in bathroom by washbasin and toilet. ##### Diana Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Greyfriers GreyFriars is probably the best hotel in Colchester I believe it was once a public school and has retained the character of the building The staff although somewhat distant are really good at there jobs The upgrade that was given to us was really appreciated Thank you ##### Carol Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Lovely stay and excellent customer service from all staff ##### Lucy Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephen 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brilliant friendly stay - will be back ##### stephen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Outstanding accommodation Outstanding accommodation. Great central location, luxurious, clean, plenty of free parking, great breakfast. ##### George Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent stay Everything about this hotel was excellent! Great location, comfortable rooms, lots of parking, lovely breakfast. The friendly and helpful staff deserve a special mention as they made a great stay even better. Great value and would definitely stay again. ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lovely hotel with very friendly staff and a beautiful room with a lovely cooked breakfast ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information) ---