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Best luxury UK hotels 2024: Where to stay for great food, family adventures and spa retreats

Source: Lime Wood

While we’re all for an escape that won’t break the bank, sometimes big-ticket occasions call for a push-the-boat out, blow-the-budget, truly special getaway. Luckily, the UK has plenty of luxe places to choose from.

Perhaps you’re in desperate need of some R&R – whether you want to swim laps, laze poolside or take a well earned walk through a secret garden after a bespoke facial and massage, there are many luxury spas to take your stress away.

Maybe luxury to you means a city break where you can see the sights of your favourite metropolis and take in dinner and a show. Or perhaps you’d rather get away from it all and escape to the peace and tranquility of a Scottish castle, a lake-side manor house or even climb into a treehouse.

Whatever your preference, whether it’s feasting at an acclaimed retreat, old-school glamour or a contemporary idyll you’re after, we’ve found some of the UK’s best luxury that deliver top-notch service and truly spoiling stays.

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