Title: Macdonald Bear Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Oxfordshire Museum ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/1bacd32c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0fcaec57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/7a96163c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/06863b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/2d6d23d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Macdonald Bear Hotel in Oxfordshire offers an upscale experience without pretension. Enjoy meals at The Restaurant, unwind on the peaceful terrace, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpful, personalized service. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Parking available £97 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=24352&PinnedHotelID=24352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Super Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0ce8ab14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 266 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/0fcaec57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite) 8.2 Very good 11 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Coffee/tea maker - 322 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/c1d162e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24352/cdc6ede3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Four Poster) 7.6 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 279 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double 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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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out - A banquet hall, a water dispenser and luggage storage - Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and wedding services - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 54 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23960000/23953800/23953784/0ccc07a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Arms Hotel Woodstock - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 388 reviews £104 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=23953784&PinnedHotelID=23953784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3050000/3045800/3045714/3ebc2da9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marlborough Arms Hotel Woodstock - 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The Churchill Lounge ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 1,938 square feet of conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Assistive listening devices - No lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-width doorways (76 centimetre wide) ### More - 3 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1232 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight 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 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests checking in after 11 PM will need to ring the bell for check-in assistance upon arrival. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 26.00 per person - Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day - Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Bear Macdonald Macdonald Bear Macdonald Bear Hotel Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock Macdonald Bear Woodstock Bear Hotel Uk Woodstock Bear Hotel Woodstock Hotel Macdonald Bear Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel Macdonald Bear Hotel Woodstock Macdonald Bear Hotel Hotel Woodstock ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Macdonald Bear Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Bear Hotel? > As of 30 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Bear Hotel on 8 Dec 2025 start from £97.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodstock-Hotels-Macdonald-Bear-Hotel.h24352.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Macdonald Bear Hotel? > Self-parking is available for GBP 5 per day. Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Bear Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Bear Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is Macdonald Bear Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Woodstock, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Oxfordshire Museum and Blenheim Palace. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Macdonald Bear 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 477 8 - Good 320 6 - Okay 128 4 - Poor 50 2 - Terrible 30 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location and friendly staff ##### Jenny Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SIMON 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We have enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Bear Hotel. We came to enjoy a private family sunday lunch which the hotel did admirably. The lunch was very generous with great selection of vegetables with the roast. The staff were great, serving 25 people promptly without fuss. We stayed overnight and our room facing the rear courtyard was quiet, spacious and clean. Overall we would recommend The Bear Hotel for a stay. ##### SIMON Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jirí 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice clean hotel in Woodstock. Dog friendly (water bawl and dog bed provided) ##### Jirí Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely historic hotel building and town. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities enjoyable stay ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Allen 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Historic building ##### Allen Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alistair 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Location to Bleniem ##### Alistair Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### frankie 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I loved the set up of the rooms. In a great location, amazing price and right next to loads of shops so really handy. A few things that I would say needs to be looked at is the water pressure in the shower , it was really low. There was mould above the shower which just needed simply wiping down. Room was lovely and would 100% book and come back again! ##### frankie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rita 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotel, such an amazing old building and although our room was on the top floor, we loved it. The room was clean and the main bed is super comfy, but for the love of all that is holy, please replace that sofa bed/back torture device!!! The staff was fantastic and we would love to come back again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8b2c92fe-d4bb-4dce-b785-f2120acea110-1757960179821.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0d8fa0e1-bbfc-4301-b8a7-39af62e51d25-1757960180050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/39c12135-f21e-498a-9e9e-3252746ef3b8-1757960179890.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5a315c70-3d72-4bcc-94b1-e027bb0940c0-1757960179454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rita Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frantz 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hotel. Calm pleasant atmosphere and ##### Frantz Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jason 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service Was a bit tired in appearance. Parking was difficult when busy. ##### Jason Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kully Singh 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Room was clean n spacious, staff were welcoming and friendly, food and drinks were delicious, good car parking space ##### Kully Singh Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed after a day at Blenheim palace. Was a lovely quirky hotel. We stayed in the park suite which was on the high street. Great room although noise from upstairs room guests. ##### Ruth Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Stunning 700year old hotel Quirky layout full of history and mystery Beautiful big bed, clean and spacious room ##### Tim Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bear Hotel Woodstock Staff were very polite and friendly. We were lucky to receive a nice upgrade. The breakfast was excellent. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87ea91fa-94b2-45af-89e8-2484e0921641-1753121092005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Barry Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gui-Qiang George 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is a friendly hotel that makes you feel at home. Highly recommend! ##### Gui-Qiang George Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic location, friendly staff, lovely room. We spent one night here with our dog - who was very pleased to have been provided with his own bed! Everything was excellent - the room was wonderfully clean with nice additions (water in the fridge, coffee, slippers & gowns etc. ), fantastic location, just round the corner from Blenheim Palace and right in the centre of town. Lovely breakfast in the morning and the staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adam 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Just enjoyed my stay ##### adam Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The Bear is not only an institution, it’s a beautiful example ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Lovely quirky old hotel, in a great location for Blenheim Palace. (Side gate to the estate is 100m down the road!) ##### Christine Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Impromptu trip away. Booked last minute. Hotel perfect location for exploring Oxfordshire and Cotswolds. Room was spacious and had everything needed for our stay. Staff friendly and very helpful ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ef919436-f151-46f9-8566-02929336d39f-1753879140789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location in the heart of the old town and within 100 mtrs of public footpath access into Blenheim Park. Room was on ground floor and was clean and comfortable. Service at breakfast was first class with well trained attentive staff Convenient on site parking. ![Blenheim Park on the hottest day of the year](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ad67c9aa-6e01-43f7-b2a1-fc886b84574b-1752393906495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 5 Aug 2025 Recommendable for a stay in Oxford as alternative to highly expensive hotels in the city. Blenheim Palace directly in front of the door and the charming small city centre of Woodstock. Staff very friendly and helpful. Menu could be improved but in general okay. ##### Robert Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rex 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Convenient ##### Rex Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [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)