Places to stay

Annunciata Elwes visits Chewton Glen, the New Forest gem that's one of Britain's best-loved country house hotels.

By Annunciata Elwes Published 30 August 23

Temple Guiting Manor is one of the country’s most handsome Tudor manor houses; together with its surrounding barns, it affords lavish and characterful self-catering accommodation in the heart of the Cotswolds. Paula Lester took a trip.

By Paula Minchin Published 12 August 23

Make the most of summer with our competition to win one of two magnificent prizes from Hotel Tresanton and Fortnum & Mason.

By Toby Keel Published 31 July 23

Sister hotel to The Mitre and the third hotel in The Signet Collection is now open, but does it live up to the standards set by its siblings? We sent Lucy Ford to find out.

By Lucy Ford Published 29 July 23

Mary Miers explores what the capital of Umbria and its surrounding hilltowns have to offer.

By Mary Miers Published 15 July 23

The classic Annabelle hotel in Cyprus is Emma Hiley's go-to hotel for winter sun trips with the whole family in tow. Post-Covid, and with a huge multi-million pound refurbishment complete, she checked to see if it's still at the top of its game.

By Country Life Published 13 July 23

Take a look at Bailiffscourt and you'd think it dated back to the 14th century, yet it's a painstakingly-recreated facsimile that was the brainchild of the Guinness family. Toby Keel paid a visit.

By Toby Keel Published 24 June 23

On the 30th anniversary of one of Malaysia's leading hotels, Tiffany Daneff checks in to see if it's still at the top of its game.

By Tiffany Daneff Published 17 June 23

There's a new hotel making waves on Camber Sands and it's just the tonic for a restful weekend, says Hetty Lintell.

By Hetty Lintell Published 27 May 23

Two Hollywood veterans — husband-and-wife duo Peter Sussman and Sara Curran — behind Schitts Creek, The Favourite and The Night Manager have finally cast themselves in leading roles, restoring and opening Cowes's only boutique hotel. Agnes Stamp picks up her popcorn and checks in.

By Agnes Stamp Published 20 May 23

Straddling five counties, the Cotswolds is arguably England's most famous region outside of London. Here’s our guide to what to do, where to stay and what to eat.

By Paula Minchin Published 12 May 23

The Lime Wood in the New Forest has established itself as one of Britain's best country house hotels, but does it live up to the hype? We sent Rosie Paterson to find out.

By Rosie Paterson Published 6 May 23

Once owned by Henry Austen — and where his sister Jane wrote parts of Sense and Sensibility — Henry’s Townhouse in Marylebone proffers Georgian splendour and a real home-from-home in the heart of the capital, says Paula Lester.

By Paula Minchin Published 29 April 23

The Benmore Estate: Treasure Island

By Benmore Estate Published 5 April 23

From the countryside colours of the suites to the ingredients showcased in the 4 AA Rosette restaurant and next-level experiences that champion local businesses, The Balmoral has a sublime sense of place. 

By The Balmoral Published 4 April 23

Down Hall Hotel and Estate is a 110-acre playground just a few minutes outside the M25 where fun and games are part of the attraction. Toby Keel paid a visit.

By Toby Keel Published 11 March 23

Mary Lussiana checks into the Portuguese capital's prettiest hotel.

By Mary Lussiana Published 18 February 23

A manor house in the Garden of England — rumoured to once have hosted Charles I — is now a buzzy restaurant with rooms. Gilly Hopper checks in

By Gilly Hopper Published 11 February 23

The lodges at The Farmstead in Suffolk, not far from the world famous site at Sutton Hoo, are cosy, charming, quirky and fun. Toby Keel paid a visit.

By Toby Keel Published 4 February 23