Title: Riverside Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Riverside Hotel Travelers can unwind in the sauna or indoor pool after exploring Yorkshire Dales National Park, then enjoy meals at River View Restaurant with free WiFi access. ## Photo gallery for Riverside Hotel ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Riverside Hotel (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/3ab44378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - Riverside Hotel (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/ca51c408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room - Riverside Hotel (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/6cd3ae2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Riverside Hotel (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/d6fdff7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool - Riverside Hotel (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/f4679ee8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Riverside Hotel, near Yorkshire Dales National Park, is perfect for post-adventure recovery. Relax in the sauna, steam room, or indoor pool. Enjoy English breakfast at the River View Restaurant or casual refreshments at the coffee shop. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £84 includes taxes & fees 4 Feb - 5 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=1594812&PinnedHotelID=1594812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/20fe2ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.6 Excellent 34 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels - River view - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/79feaf33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - River view - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1594900/1594812/79feaf33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single 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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[Visit our Kendal travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendal.dx180820) ![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%7C54.33091%2C-2.74202&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Zl-4Fl0Lnp5_rcBCozEcgyekkQY=) Beezon Road, Kendal, England, LA9 6FS ### What's nearby - ![Apple blossom!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229598/a40e65c9-a2e1-4b38-a359-4c2a117ad806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lyth Valley 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Kendal Museum 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Kendal Castle 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Brewery Arts Centre 12 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Kendal Station 3 min walk - Manchester Airport (MAN) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Duke of Cumberland 5 min walk - McDonald's 6 min walk - Subway 7 min walk - Fold Coffee 2 min walk - Bombay Bistro 3 min walk ## About this property ### Riverside Hotel Hotel near Yorkshire Dales National Park Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar at Riverside Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, River View Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms and multilingual staff - Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and a front desk safe - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 58 rooms have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Electric kettles, heating and desks ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088400/1088327/813de889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stonecross Manor Hotel Kendal - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 453 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23&selected=1088327&PinnedHotelID=1088327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1595800/1595721/865fad28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Damson Dene Hotel Kendal - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 693 reviews £102 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=1595721&PinnedHotelID=1595721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1940000/1938700/1938656/e8e97aa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by BW Kendal - 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Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Multilingual staff ### Business services - 194 square feet of conference space - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 5 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and from GBP 6 for children - Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day 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, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Riverside Hotel Kendal Riverside Kendal Riverside Hotel Hotel Riverside Hotel Kendal Riverside Hotel Hotel Kendal ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Riverside Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Hotel? ### Is Riverside Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Riverside Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Riverside Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Riverside Hotel? ### Where is Riverside Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Riverside Hotel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 423 8 - Good 403 6 - Okay 129 4 - Poor 33 2 - Terrible 12 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla 22 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel - friendly staff, clean & comfortable room, in a great location. Would definitely stay again :-) ##### Carla Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay for families. Staff so friendly and having the pool and other facilities to be able to use too, brilliant. We would love to return ❤️ ##### Rebecca Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel and attached restaurant, convenient for town and parking available, staff were excellent and very helpful ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynne 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Friendly staff, clean and central location Great to have undercover parking ##### Lynne Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oliver 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely building and friendly staff ##### Oliver Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine 30 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Every at the hotel was wonderful, the room was clean and well equipped, all staff were so friendly and helpful, the pool was great with really good opening times for kids! We loved our stay and will definitely be back! ##### Catherine Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent location, parking onsite, friendly staff and clean rooms, good shower. Meals were good at the hotel. ##### Scott Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lesley 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Parking was very safe and just next door, the hotel was dog friendly - some treats in the room would have been appreciated. ##### Lesley Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sam 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very central location with the added benefit of free car parking ##### Sam Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great central location, free car parking, warm friendly staff, restaurant food was very good and the Spar/Pool/Gym facilities were excellent. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d5ef2a54-b084-455c-afb6-52bcd798a0c5-1756918793814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fab hotel, stunning rooms Loved oir stay and swim area was amazing as was breakfast ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duygu 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The room was very clean and spacious. TV was working. Location was good. Staff was nice and helpful. Everything in the room was in good condition and we had a really comfy stay. ##### Duygu Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ebony 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this hotel! It’s gorgeous our room had a view of the river and it was just so peaceful and the room was really clean and had everything we needed. The lady at reception was so friendly and was so helpful. We will definitely be staying again ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e28514f6-e5bd-4d69-900b-75bc96ada128-1756294588311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ebony Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay and added bonus of the pool and spa ##### Kathryn Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 11 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We arrived early at about 10:30 and were allowed to leave our car while we explored Kendal. When we got back around 14:30 our room was ready so we went in and settled in. My wife has an issue with onions her meal did contain onions despite being told they’d be excluded. It would have useful to know we could use the pool prior to checking in. ##### Barbara Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Steven 4 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pet friendly hotel whose public areas and amenities are very good with a recently refurbished gym and a pool . The rooms are a little dated but All the staff were friendly and helpful and we thought the hotel was good value for money as it’s very centrally located in Kendal and only a of minutes walk from the shopping area . It also has its own covered parking which is included. We will stay again ##### Steven Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosie 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean room with an amazing view. Right on the river and over the bridge is straight into town. Loved the balcony bar, drinks were a little expensive in hotel but the view made up for it. Pool and hot tub were very clean a little dated but didn’t matter. Bed was so so comfy and room was always warm and very Cosy. Reception staff always there for anything needed. Couldn’t recommend this hotel enough and will definitely be back ##### Rosie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Great location and river views The Riverside Hotel is in a great location! Walking distance of downtown Kendal, close to many cafes, pubs, restaurants, and shopping. The rooms could use some TLC and updating, but it was a surprisingly large room with an excellent view of the river. I would stay here again. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 4 May 2025 #### Lovely hotel Had an excellent stay here, stay were lovely, room excellent, also had a lovely meal in the restaurant, hotel is vey central. Would definitely recommend a stay here. ##### Alexander Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location on the river and room had river view. Room adequate but needed modernising. Dinner in bar was good. However breakfast room was a bit tired. Food was adequate. Availability of swimming pool was a bonus ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shamsur 11 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Brilliant hotel Excellent stay and very good service. Pool was really nice ##### Shamsur Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Huma 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Comfortable rooms and clean bathroom. However the room was dusty and had spider webs all over including the lights. Staff were super friendly and breakfast was spot on. Location was great and free parking was a great perk ##### Huma Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### George 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Short break in Kendal We were upgraded to a suite which was very spacious. The bed was comfortable and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The gym and pool are very good. ##### George Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Really nice stay at the riverside hotel. Easy and quick check in, reception staff were very friendly and welcoming. The spa was as lovely and the gym was modern and had ample equipment. Just the weekend we wanted ##### Dean Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicholas 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly hotel and ideally situated in Kendal. ##### Nicholas Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Chimney House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandbach-Hotels-Chimney-House-Hotel.h527768.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haslemere-Hotels-Voco-Lythe-Hill-Hotel-Spa.h517258.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa - an Iconic Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---