A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated November 2023.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels near London, UK. We have also included hotels in old manor houses, historic properties, mansions, country estates and historic villas. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Luxurious. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Set in 125 acres of formal gardens, this 13th-century double-moated castle offers luxurious yet modern bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Access is via the private gated entrance and guests have free parking in a private car park. The rooms at Hever Castle are beautifully appointed and individually styled with some rich fabrics and antique furnishing. They are located in the Astor Wing and the Anne Boleyn Wing of the castle and set apart from the area's the day visitors have access to. The Moat Restaurant serves lunch on days when the castle is open to the public. It offers a choice of hot and cold food, and a variety of freshly made sandwiches and castle-baked cakes are also available. There is a wonderful pub within walking distance for evening meals. Breakfast is served to guests in the Astor Wing or the Anne Boleyn Wing. The castle has historic 16th century portraits, paintings, furniture and tapestries. Access is included in the bed and breakfast rate and the gardens can also be privately enjoyed by guests outside of opening times. The golf club is just a 2-minute drive. Local places of interest include Chartwell and Penshurst Place.Show full description
A fantastic, historic property built in 1902 by John Astor to have guest housing for his home at Hever Castle. The beautifully presented breakfast has excellent food choices, and playing snooker in the billiards room after a good dinner is a great way to end the day.
Romantic. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. This 900-year-old West Sussex castle offers luxury accommodation within medieval walls. Its stunning gardens are home to an 18-hole putting course and 2 lakes. Amberley Castle has been awarded 4 AA Red Stars and 3 AA Rosettes for its fantastic food. You can dine in the 12th-century Queen’s Room with its vaulted ceiling, or the Great Room, with oak flooring, a tapestry, and suits of armour. There is free private parking on site, and Amberley Rail Station is a 10-minute walk away. The elegant bedrooms are furnished with antiques and fine fabrics, and biscuits will be waiting for you on arrival. Each room also comes with fluffy bathrobes, slippers, a flat-screen TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Amberley Castle is completely enclosed by its old wall, and retains a portcullis that gets lowered at night. You can climb the ramparts for stunning views, play tennis on site, and there is also a croquet lawn to enjoy.Show full description
A stunning, well-maintained hotel located in a 13th-century castle with all the modern amenities while still preserving the historical heritage. I recommend booking the Amberley suite with the original fireplace and an abundance of character. WOW!
Great views. Popular among couples. Set in the grounds of the spectacular Leeds Castle in Kent, this property offers a free entry to the castle (subject to availabilities) and its grounds as part of their stay. Guests at the Stable Courtyard have 900 years of history and 500 acres of beautiful parkland on their doorstep. All rooms have views of either the lake, the gardens or parkland estate. Bright, traditional bedrooms each have a Freeview TV, free Wi-Fi, and a full private bathroom. Tea making facilites are also offered. Some overlook the Stable Courtyard area. Picturesque gardens with peacocks wandering through the grounds, rare bird displays and relaxing country walks are all available to Stable Courtyard’s guests. The M20 motorway is just a 5-minute drive away, while central London can be reached after a further hour by car.Show full description
One of the most picturesque castles in Kent, with outstanding food and great outdoor spaces. The restaurant has a beautiful terrace overlooking the castle, and the spacious rooms are luxuriously designed with a fabulous view out over the gardens.
Lovely property. Lovely surroundings. The Elvetham is a historic 19th-century Victorian Mansion built upon the remains of a Tudor Manor and set within 35 acres of gardens. It is situated in North Hampshire, 8 km from the M3, and 40 minutes from London by train. Slightly further away, guests will find Legoland Windsor, Ascot Racecourse, Poultons Park and Highclere Castle. The hotel offers 24 hour reception, complimentary parking and free high-speed Wi-Fi access. All 92 bedrooms are unique in character and individual in style. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries, smart TVs, refrigerator, ironing facilities and a hairdryer. The Elvetham Hotel is 2.3 km from Hartley Wintney, a village full of local independent shops, pubs, a golf course. Guests can also enjoy plenty of local walks to explore the Hampshire countryside. Local attractions include, West Green House, The Vyne, Wellington Country Park, Basingstoke’s Milestones Museum and Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway.Show full description
A gorgeous Victorian gothic castle is set in the most glorious gardens with stunning views over the countryside. It is well-designed throughout the rooms, and the on-site restaurant offers an excellent dining experience.
Highly elegant. Tennis court. Set in 90 acres of landscaped parkland, Hartwell House boasts its own spa and a restaurant. London Marylebone Rail Station is just 1 hour away. A 17th-century former stately home, Hartwell House provides elegantly furnished rooms with free Wi-Fi. Each room features a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and a CD player. The Hartwell Spa features extensive facilities including an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa bath, steam room, gym and tennis courts. Dine in the excellent, award-winning hotel restaurant and sample wine from the extensive Hartwell wine cellar.Show full description
Hartwell House & Spa is a historic hotel with modern amenities, located a short drive from London. The hotel grounds are beautiful, and the building itself is stunning. The Buttery restaurant is very good, and so is the SPA.
Beach front location. Nice style. Superb interior design. Wotton House is nestled in 13 acres of listed gardens in the Surrey countryside, 3 miles outside of Dorking. It boasts an indoor pool with a range of other leisure facilities, and a restaurant that sources local produce. Each classically styled room has a private bathroom, with a TV and a safe in the room. Many rooms overlook the grounds, and all have a hairdryer and ironing facilities. Guests have free access to all Wotton House's health facilities including gym, sauna, steam room and tennis courts. 1877 Restaurant & Bar serves modern British cuisine, and guests can enjoy afternoon tea. Only 15 minutes’ drive from the Junction 9 of the M25, Wotton House is also a 30-minute drive from Epsom Racecourse and Gatwick Airport.Show full description
Wotton House is a historic hotel with beautiful grounds and a peaceful atmosphere. The hotel has a spa, a heated swimming pool, and a health club. It is known for its stunning architecture and gardens, as well as its cozy and quirky interior decor.
Tennis court. Set amid 1000 acres of beautiful English parkland, Luton Hoo boasts a luxury spa and golf course. Just 2 miles from Luton, it offers fine dining and elegant rooms that have hosted Queen Elizabeth II. Individually styled rooms offer views of the landscaped gardens or the River Lea. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, minibar and a seating area whilst some have a private terrace. The championship golf course is set against Luton Hoo’s lakes and stunning landscape. The spa features an indoor pool with sauna and steam room. A range of beauty therapies can be enjoyed in one of the hotel's 6 treatment rooms. Tennis courts, jogging trails and clay pigeon shooting are also available. Guests can sample classic British cuisine in the Wernher Restaurant, set in the original State Dining Room. Adam’s Brasserie provides informal dining, with a varied modern menu. Luton Hoo is 10 minutes' drive from Luton Airport and 3 miles from the M1 motorway. Luton Parkway Rail Station is a 5-minute drive, providing 30-minute links to London.Show full description
Luton Hoo Hotel is a beautiful, traditional hotel located on a huge estate with stunning grounds. The rooms are very comfortable and well-equipped, and the coffee/tea selection is excellent.
Good breakfast. Set in 15 acres of stunning gardens in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, is this elegant country house hotel. Full of character, the Royal Berkshire was originally built in 1705 for the Churchill family. The manor house includes traditional, individually styled rooms, while the new wing is thoroughly modern. The Royal Berkshire features 66 bedrooms and a beautiful mix of traditional and contemporary styles. Overlooking the gardens, FORK Restaurant is an exciting new restaurant serving superbly executed food in stylish surroundings. Polo Bar and Lounge has a cosy fireplace to sip a brandy next to, or an outdoor terrace to indulge in a little bit of English tradition with Afternoon Tea. There is a fitness zone, 2 outdoor tennis courts and a croquet lawn. London Heathrow Airport is just 13 miles away. There is good motorway access.Show full description
Royal Berkshire is a hotel located in the quiet, leafy green area of Berkshire. It has large grounds with pleasant areas to sit, and is only half an hour from Heathrow and 20 minutes from Windsor. The rooms are large and comfortable, and the beds are heavenly.
Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle offers unique accommodation in spacious Medieval-style tents, with free Wi-Fi and a wood burning stove. The property is located only a 5-minute drive from the M20 motorway. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle is situated 2 miles from the Hollingbourne Train Station and 650 metres from the Leeds Castle Golf Course. Each tent offers stylish furnishings with chests of drawers, reading lamps and safety deposit boxes. Tea and coffee making facilities, biscuits and water are provided. Ipod docking stations are available on request. Shared bathrooms are within a short walk away, in the Knight’s Cottage. Guests can admire rare birds while strolling through the grounds, as well as enjoy the use of the cast iron griddle over an open fire pit. The area is perfect for eating outdoors during long summer evenings.Show full description
Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle is a unique experience that offers visitors the opportunity to stay in a luxury tent on the grounds of the castle. The tent comes with an electric blanket, hot water bottles, and an electric blanket, and is close to the castle's Falconry area. Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND PEACEFUL luxury tents in London. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. This romantic country house with stunning gardens has a health spa, swimming pools and a tennis court. Set in 66 acres of glorious parklands, it is just 5 minutes from the M3 and has a 2 AA Rosette restaurant. Tylney Hall Hotel was a hospital in the First World War. Today it has luxurious rooms, many with stunning views. The elegant bar, lounge and drawing rooms are ideal for moments of peace. The beautiful grounds allow for walks, and Tylney Hall has mountain bikes to hire, croquet and jogging trails. There is also a gym, sauna and whirlpool. An 18-hole golf course is nearby.Show full description
This country house has a great beach front location and lovely pool facilities!
Wonderful SPA facilities. This 17th-century-style country house is set in 200 acres of parkland. It is a luxury hotel with its own PGA Championship golf course, an award-winning restaurant and a leisure centre with pool, sauna, gym, spa bath and steam rooms. Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club is in the Hertfordshire countryside, 25 miles from central London. Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club features Vardon's, a sports bar with a large TV, serving light meals and snacks. Stansted Airport is less than 40 minutes away by car. The historic building mixes original character with modern luxury. The traditionally decorated rooms have luxury beds, flat-screen TVs, work desks and laptop safes. The traditional wood-panelled bar has a real fire and offers afternoon teas, drinks and cocktails. Guests get 24 hours of free WiFi in the public areas. The more contemporary Cast Iron Grill has a terrace looking out over the 18th hole of the hotel's golf course. The hotel has free parking but does not have air con on property. The golf course was originally designed by Harry Vardon and later re-designed by Jack Nicklaus II. PGA professionals are on hand to assist, and the hotel also offers a Golf Academy to help with tuition and improvement on golf.Show full description
Outstanding SPA facilities. In 123 acres of rolling Surrey parkland, this elegant 19th century manor house features 124 luxury 5-star bedrooms, state-of-the-art bathrooms, one of the UK's best spas and a fine-dining restaurant. Dating from 1849, the sumptuous rooms at Pennyhill Park have free WiFi, four-poster beds, quality linens and a pillow menu. The beautiful bathrooms have fluffy robes, bespoke toiletries and rain showers. The award-winning Spa features 8 pools, including the impressive ballroom with underwater music. Guests can relax in the spa bath, thermal cabins or award-winning treatment rooms. There is also a modern fitness centre. The Latymer restaurant is our fine dining restaurant, awarded with a Michelin Star and 4 AA Rosettes in 2021. Our Head Chef, creates a tasting menu offering bold flavours in dishes using locally sourced ingredients inspired by the seasons. The Hillfield restaurant offers a casual dining experience, and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our hyper-local menu showcases the very best of Surrey’s finest produce, with our brigade of chefs 'Farm to Fork - Nose to Tail' philosophy celebrating the seasons in a relaxed and stylish setting. Pennyhill Park is a 10-minute drive from Ascot, a 15-minute drive from Wentworth Golf Club, and just 2 miles from Windlesham Golf Club. There is free on-site parking, and historic Windsor is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
This 4-star country-house hotel is set in a beautiful 110-acre estate on the Hertfordshire/Essex border. Featuring elegant rooms with garden views and tennis courts, it has a gym with a wide range of innovative exercise equipment. The modern Grill Room Restaurant serves international cuisine, with vegetables from the hotel’s own garden. There is also the Terrace Restaurant providing an al fresco dining space. Afternoon tea is served in the restaurant, or you can request a picnic in the grounds. Each room at Down Hall Hotel & Spa has a flat-screen TV and a marble bathroom. The hotel has a cocktail bar for guests to enjoy, free WiFi, a conference centre and free parking. Eden Spa features 4 luxury treatment rooms including 1 couples room, a relaxation room, a sauna, a steam room and a hydrotherapy pool, which guests can use for an additional cost and prior reservation. Down Hall Hotel & Spa is well-located for Bishop’s Stortford, Harlow and London. The M11 motorway is a 15-minute drive, leading to the M25 or Cambridge. Stansted Airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car. The gym at the property includes running machines, cross trainers, and exercise bikes, along with a rowing machine.Show full description
Down Hall Hotel is a beautiful historic building set in stunning grounds, with a lovely children’s playground and extensive gardens. The rooms are tastefully decorated and very comfortable, with en-suite bathrooms and plenty of amenities. The spa is small but tranquil and relaxing, and the grounds are beautiful.
Beach front location. Elegant. Great views. In Ashdown Forest, this beautiful 19th-century mansion offers spacious rooms, a spa and a 2AA Rosette restaurant. Set in 186 acres of landscaped countryside, there is an 18-hole golf course. Ashdown Country Club has an indoor swimming pool and a gym. There is a tennis court, a putting green, a croquet lawn and jogging trails. The luxurious rooms have Molton Brown toiletries, satellite TV, mineral water and bathrobes. Ashdown Hotel’s individually styled rooms have stunning views of the hotel grounds. The award-winning Anderida Restaurant features a fine British menu, while the Drawing Rooms offer light meals and afternoon tea. Fairways Lounge has views over the golf course. Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club is surrounded by secret gardens, lakes and woodland paths.Show full description
Charming. Comfortable beds. Set in 3 acres of award-winning grounds, Langshott Manor has an award-winning restaurant, luxurious rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Gatwick Airport is just an 8-minute drive away. A member of ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’, Langshott is a 16th-century manor house with traditional features like wooden beams and oak panelling. All of the individually designed rooms feature a large flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and bathrobes. Some rooms have special features including four-poster beds, private patios or corner baths. Brasserie Dining offers an extensive wine list and an original dining menu, using some produce grown in the hotel gardens. There are also elegant terraces and lounges with open fires and original period features. It has been awarded 4 Red Stars from the AA. The hotel is near the M23 and M25 motorways, and central London is 30 minutes away by train.Show full description
A gorgeous old-fashioned mansion with all the traditional elements and stunning views over the well-kept gardens. The rooms are full of an old-money charm and have modern facilities, like a Nespresso machine to enjoy a cup of a good morning coffee.
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Great breakfast. Around 4 miles from Sudbury, Rectory Manor offers provides elegant rooms with beautiful garden views. With a swimming pool and tennis court, it also offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Rectory Manor is around 15 miles from Bury St Edmunds, and 20 miles from Ipswich, where attractions include Christchurch Mansion, New Wolsey Theatre and the Ipswich Transport Museum. Each room has a flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. All have en suite bathrooms, with either a bath, shower or both. Cooked and continental breakfast is served in the dining room, which looks out over the garden. There is an honesty bar in the drawing room. Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury, the artist’s former home, is around 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
A traditional English country home! Rectory Manor is a beautiful luxury hotel, with tasteful decor and lovely furniture. Beautiful location, peaceful, quiet, private with gardens well maintained. Homely feel, a quintessentially English retreat.
Great value. Stanhill Court Hotel is set in 35 acres of woodland yet is only 10 minutes’ from Gatwick Airport and is within easy access to the motorway. This country- manor house offers a restaurant and on-site bar and terrace with views overlooking the Surrey Downs, as well as free Wi-Fi and free parking during your stay.(NOT HOLIDAY PARKING through Booking.com) All rooms are en-suite and have tea/coffee making facilities, a TV and free WIFI. Other amenities are available on request. The hotel is also a popular Wedding and events Venue with indoor and outdoor facilities to cater up to 200 guests. The hotel is not under any flight paths.Show full description
Stanhill Court Hotel is a charming country house hotel near an airport. It is set in acres of woodland, providing a tranquil environment. The hotel has beautiful architecture and has been newly refurbished while still retaining its original features.
Charming. Friendly staff. With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodation in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an award-winning restaurant. Rebuilt in 1420, The Mermaid Inn has been visited by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward, as well as celebrities and artists. It retains many beautiful, traditional features, including a secret stairway hidden behind a bookcase. The restaurant has been awarded two AA Rosettes for its fine French and British cuisine. The lounge bar was once frequented by local smugglers, and has a large wooden beam supported by stone pillars. Each room at The Mermaid has charming features, like wooden panelling or carved beds. Rooms all feature a TV and en suite bathroom, and some have picturesque views over Rye.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most COSY AND HISTORIC small hotels in London. It also has amazing staff.
Great location. Castle Hotel Windsor is a 4-star hotel based in the heart of Windsor town centre, located opposite the Windsor Castle and Windsor Guildhall. Boasting unrivalled views of the 'Changing of the Guards' procession which marches past the doorstep of the hotel along Windsor’s picturesque main street. A range of boutique accommodation is available at Castle Hotel ranging from single rooms to spacious luxury suites with spectacular views over Windsor and its many landmarks. Exciting times ahead for The Castle Hotel . Complimentary Wi-Fi is included in all rooms and throughout the hotel. Parking is available at an additional charge, subject to availability. Complimentary accessories including White Company Noir toiletries, fluffy bathrobes, and for upgraded rooms, personal Nespresso machines are provided. Our lush new restaurant, Leaf offers outdoor dining and drinking, sumptuous brunch, followed by all-day menu featuring main meals, light bites and salads. And of course you can enjoy our freshly cooked breakfast setting you up for the day. London Heathrow Airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car, and the hotel is only a few minutes’ walk from both Windsor & Eton Central and Windsor and Eton Riverside train stations where guests can reach London Paddington or Waterloo in under an hour. If you are visiting us by car please note the entrance to the car park is via Bachelors Acre, postcode is SL4 1ER. Windsor Racecourse is 6 minutes' drive away, and Ascot Racecourse is 12 minutes. The River Thames, Savill Gardens, Legoland, Twickenham Stadium and Runnymede are all within reach of the hotel. There are also 11 naturally lit spaces including a ballroom which can host up to 400 guests. Show full description
Set in long, beautiful National Trust gardens, this historic Italianate mansion combines exquisite Edwardian elegance with modern luxury, fine cuisine and faultless hospitality. Cliveden is 45 minutes west of London by car and just 20 minutes from London Heathrow Airport. The chalk cliffs provide panoramic views over the countryside and an idyllic bend in the River Thames. The the Cliveden Dining Room Restaurant has 3 AA Rosettes and spectacular views over the gardens. The property was fully restored in 2015.Show full description
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