Apollo Hotel - This clean, comfy and central B&B is a minute's walk from Kings Cross and St Pancras stations. The small, family-run B&B is just minutes from Madame Tussauds, The British Museum, Oxford Street and Leicester Square. The accommodation is reasonably priced, and rooms come with a hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities and a TV. Linen is provided. Full English breakfast is included in your room rate.

Heathercliffe Country House Hotel - Set in a private estate, this relaxing country-house hotel has fine food, upgraded rooms, free Wi-Fi, pleasant views and a history of famous visitors. Heathercliffe has recently been refurbished, and all public rooms and lounges redecorated. The hotel was formerly the home of millionaire John Paul Getty I and the Queen of Yugoslavia. The atmospheric dining room was formerly a concert hall, and has Art Deco-style windows and a beamed ceiling. The Heathercliffe is ideal for banquets and conferences, and a stunning location for weddings. It is licensed for civil weddings and naming ceremonies.

Premier Inn Mansfield - Just off junction 28 of the M1 motorway, on the A38, less than 7 miles (11.3 km) from Mansfield city centre, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Mansfield has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Brewers Fayre restaurant offers traditional, great-value pub favourites in a family-friendly environment.

Portland Town House - Mere moments away from Covent Garden and the West End, this beautifully restored Georgian town house is now a boutique-style property offering self-contained luxury studios and suites. In a quiet street, close to all that London has to offer, the Portland has a great location. Oxford Circus and the shops of Oxford Street are only moments away and all the theatres and attractions of London's West End are within easy walking distance. London's financial centre is also nearby. Each of the hotel's studios and suites is, individually designed and attractively decorated in a traditional English style. Each peaceful and private suite is superbly equipped and has a luxury bathroom, a lounge area and a convenient kitchenette area. All rooms have satellite TV, a CD player and tea/coffee making facilities. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Kingfisher Hotel Golf and Country Club - Conveniently situated within easy reach of Milton Keynes and junction 15 of the M1, this modern resort boasts a peaceful setting on a privately-owned, family-run golf course. Ideal for an informal business gathering, the Kingfisher Hotel, Golf & Country Club provides a 9-hole golf course, 4 large conference suites suitable for 15-170 people and 12 acres of grounds suitable for team building activities. After a long day you can unwind in the Kingfisher's leisure area, complete with a gym, sauna, steam rooms, jacuzzi suite and beauty rooms. Fishing can also be enjoyed on the private lake. On request, the hotel can organise a shuttle service to the centre of Milton Keynes so that you can leave your car on the free car park until your return in the evening

Dinham Hall Hotel - Tall, square, solid and stylish, Dinham Hall is the epitome of a grand late-18th century family home located opposite the Medieval castle. The elegant hotel and restaurant stand in the centre of the historic market town of Ludlow with ready access to the town's broad streets, narrow lanes and graceful buildings. The hotel's restful lounges are warmed by open fires in winter, and the pretty terraces with water features are perfect for alfresco dining in summer. Furnished with beautiful period antiques, the Georgian mansion offers splendid views of the castle ramparts, Whitcliffe, the Teme river valley and the historical town's rooftops.

Hotel Lily - Opposite Earls Court Exhibition Centre and less than a mile (1.6 km) from Olympia Exhibition Centre, this purpose-built hotel offers en suite rooms at great-value rates. Hotel Lily has a good location for everyone. The Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the Victoria & Albert Museum are just over a mile away. Harrods and the superb shops of Knightsbridge are also within easy reach, and Stamford Bridge, home of Chelsea FC is just 650 metres away. West Brompton London Underground Station is very close and there is a bus stop across the street. The number 74 bus will take you to Oxford Street. The C1 runs from nearby Warwick Road to Westfield shopping centre. All of the rooms have TVs, telephones and tea/coffee. The en suite bathrooms have private baths and showers.

Holiday Inn Express London - Newbury Park - Perfectly situated, Holiday Inn Express -Newbury Park offers stylish rooms and a restaurant, a 3-minute walk from Newbury Park underground station and 5 miles (8 km) from London City Airport. Each of the contemporary bedrooms has modern furnishings and an LCD flat-screen interactive TV. Each room has en suite facilities, with a hydromassage power shower. Enjoy a meal in the hotel restaurant or relax with a drink in the vibrant bar and lounge area, with 42-inch plasma-screen TVs. Newbury Park tube station offers direct connections into central London, with Oxford Street just a 35-minute tube ride away. Free parking and a complimentary breakfast are available to guests.

The Belmont Hotel - Sitting on the Regency seafront with wonderful sea views, The Belmont Hotel is one of Sidmouth's popular 4-star hotels. It is a short level walk from the town centre. The Belmont has private manicured gardens and a terrace for drinks or lunches close to the sea. The bar, lounges and most bedrooms also have exceptional sea views, and guests find them warm and comfortable. Belmont Restaurant has a modern English menu and friendly and efficient staff. Sidmouth is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is part of the Jurassic Coast. The cliffs at Sidmouth are famous for their geological features and fossils. A short drive away is Exeter, with its cathedral and new shopping centre, Princesshay.

Premier Inn Dunstable South (A5) - On the A5, just a short drive from junction 9 of the M1 motorway and only 6 miles (10 km) from London Luton Airport, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Dunstable South (A5) has a convenient location, just 3 miles (5 km) south of Dunstable's town centre. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Table Table restaurant offers a fresh new twist on eating out.

Penny Street Bridge - Centrally located in the heart of historic Lancaster, overlooking the canal, with shops and amenities close by, Penny Street Bridge is a brand new 4-star development. The hotel and its public bar have just undergone a 2.2 million pound refurbishment and this 4-star establishment now offers 28 stylish and comfortable en suite rooms at affordable rates. Each of the attractive, tastefully decorated and contemporary air conditioned rooms has a flat-screen digital TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. All of the rooms have an internet connection point offering free internet access. There is a lift to both floors of the hotel and the bar, residents' lounge and restaurant all have free Wi-Fi wireless internet access. The hotel also has a superb outside courtyard area in which you can relax and enjoy a drink.

Chiswick Lodge Hotel - Conveniently positioned on the popular broad tree lined Turnham Green Terrace, this small hotel is ideally situated within 20 minutes of central London and Heathrow Airport. Chiswick Lodge Hotel is set within the extensive range of award-winning restaurants and alfresco caf?s, shops and boutiques for which Chiswick is renowned. Kew gardens and Chiswick House are also within easy reach. The friendly and efficient staff guarantee a warm welcome and a very enjoyable stay. To ensure a peaceful night's sleep, the rooms are double-glazed and fully central heated.

Premier Inn Bishop Auckland - Located within easy reach of the A1 and only 15 minutes from rail links, this Premier Inn is just southwest of Durham city centre with its castle and cathedral. Premier Inn Bishop Auckland boasts air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs with Freeview. On site you will also find a Brewers Fayre restaurant and free guest parking. Some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes the expected cooked items, as well as vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection.

The Belsfield Hotel - This Victorian hotel is a smart country house in 6 acres of beautiful gardens, overlooking Windermere and the Cumbrian Hills. Enjoy a sauna, putting green and heated indoor pool. The Belsfield Hotel has charm, elegance and sophistication in a wonderful Lake District location within Bowness-on-Windermere. In keeping with the picturesque surroundings, the hotel restaurant offers the chance to enjoy good food and wine with superb views over the lake. The Belsfield Hotel also has a pool table and table tennis table.

New Kimberley Hotel - Superbly located on The New South Promenade, the family-run New Kimberley Hotel has striking views across the Irish Sea and is a 5 minute walk from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. All comfortable rooms are en suite, with a TV and some of the rooms have beautiful views, overlooking The Irish Sea. Close by are the many attractions that Blackpool has to offer, including The Golden Mile, Three Piers and The Sea Life Centre. There is just a short walk to vibrant Blackpool Town Centre. Guests may enjoy a drink in the cabaret bar, hosting regular lively entertainment or have a meal in the comfortable dining area.

Birch Hotel - In 3 acres of gardens, just minutes from junction 19 of the M62 motorway and only 4.5 miles (7.2 km) from Manchester, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, full English breakfasts and free parking. The Birch Hotel is only minutes from the M60 and 3 miles (5 km) from Bury, Rochdale and Oldham. The double-glazed en suite rooms have radios, hairdryers, telephones, trouser presses and tea/coffee. The hotel's restaurant offers fresh dishes and overlooks the gardens and the fountain. There are 3 bars, 2 function rooms and a comfortable lounge. Guests get free entry to the nearby Esporta Heath Club, which boasts good leisure facilities and a swimming pool.

The Kings Arms Hotel - In the heart of historic Salisbury, this beautifully preserved Tudor building is rich in original character, with wooden wall panelling, stone fireplaces, freestanding baths and four-poster beds. Full of traditional charm, the Kings Arms Hotel is rumoured to have housed both King Charles I and II. Today, the hotel offers attractive en suite rooms, each with their own unique, individual character and boasting period features, including historic wooden beams. All of the rooms have TVs and tea/coffee and some rooms have views towards Salisbury Cathedral and Malmesbury House. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas. A full English breakfast is available every day and the hotel's restaurant, Curiosity at the Kings, offers contemporary British cuisine. With its historic streets and beautiful half-timbered buildings, the magnificent medieval city of Salisbury is a great base from which to explore some of Southern England's finest attractions, including Salisbury Cathedral, Stonehenge, and Wilton House.

Holiday Inn Express Walsall M6J10 - Holiday Inn Express Walsall M6J10 is a new hotel located by the M6 motorway, less than mile from Walsall town centre and 10 miles (16 km) from Birmingham city centre. Each bedroom is modern, spacious and air conditioned. All room rates include a continental breakfast. There is free parking, 3 conference rooms, a business centre and high-speed internet access throughout. The ground-floor public areas and meeting rooms are covered by Wi-Fi. The hotel bar is open 24 hours for hotel residents. Holiday Inn Express Walsall M6J10 is close to several stadiums, including: The Bescot Stadium, 2 miles (3.2 km); The Hawthorns, 3 miles (4.8 km); Molineux, 7 miles (11.3 km); Villa Park, 8 miles (12.9 km); and St Andrews, 10 miles (16 km). The ICC and NIA are 10 miles (16 km) from this Holiday Inn. The NEC is 16 miles (26 km).

Lumley Castle - Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 600 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a magnificent monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 74 luxurious en suite rooms, with complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendour of the Black Knight restaurant, offering varied cuisine and a 3-course table d'h?te menu (table reservations are essential). The hotel is ideally situated to explore the North East of England and more, being just 17.5 km (11 miles) south of Newcastle, 13 km (8 miles) north of Durham and 19 km (12 miles) west of Sunderland.

Elysee Hotel - Facing Hyde Park, this privately-owned hotel has modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, with excellent public transport links. Elysee Hotel is within easy access of Oxford Street, Marble Arch, Portobello Market and London's famous attractions. It's close Lancaster Gate Station (2-minute walk) and Paddington Station (10 minutes), where the Heathrow Express will get you to the airport in 15 minutes. Elysee Hotel is situated on Craven Terrace, a street famous for its Mitre Pub, location of 2 recent Woody Allen movies. A newsagent, laundrette, Italian restaurant and antique store are all located on the street, with a further selection of restaurants, cafes and shops nearby. The hotel is also close to Westfield Shopping Centre, Europe's largest urban shopping centre, with 265 shops.

St Giles Hotel Heathrow - One of the most convenient hotels for accessing Heathrow Airport or Central London, this smart, modern hotel is 10 minutes from Heathrow and opposite Feltham Rail Station (25 minutes to Central London or Windsor). Regular public bus services connect Feltham to Heathrow Airport (bus stop opposite hotel). Route 285: a 24-hour service to Heathrow Central Bus Station for terminals 1, 2 and 3. Route 490: operates from 06:00 - midnight to terminals 4 and 5. Each room has air conditioning, soundproof windows and Wi-Fi, and St Giles has its own restaurant and bar. The hotel is within easy reach of Twickenham Stadium, The Stoop, Kempton Park Racecourse, Kew Gardens, Thorpe Park, Hampton Court, Legoland and Windsor. A cinema, bowling, restaurants and bars are within walking distance.

Barcelo The Lygon Arms - The historic Barcel? Lygon Arms was established as an inn in 1532. It has an extensive spa, 7 sumptuous lounges and 2 splendid restaurants. Everywhere is warmed by real log fires. Located in a quiet and beautiful village, this lovely hotel will immerse you in history, from the stone doorways to the antique furniture, mullion windows and Georgian ceilings. Charles I and Cromwell were once guests here. The Lygon Arms is ideal for exploring the Cotswolds, but for days spent inside there is a well-equipped gym, pool and all-weather tennis courts.

The Royal Horseguards - For over 100 years, The Royal Horseguards has graced the banks of the Thames with its elegant, imposing presence. Its architectural heritage has earned it Grade I listed status. The iconic hotel is close to the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and overlooks the River Thames and London Eye. It is within easy reach of Buckingham Palace, Chinatown and the West End theatres and shops. Following an extensive refurbishment the bedrooms have been transformed into state-of-the-art luxury accommodation. The Royal Horseguards is among London's most luxurious and desirable 5-star hotels. The spectacularly ornate One Whitehall Place, one of London's most prestigious conference and banqueting venues, adjoins the hotel.

Globe Hotel - This historic Grade II listed building dating back to 1700 is a 10 minute walk from the town centre and train station, and offers renovated, comfortable interiors. Restored to a high standard, The Globe Hotel has excellent bus connections to the University of Essex and other surrounding areas of Colchester. The mainline station is in walking distance which has very good connections to London Liverpool Street every 20 minutes. A 55 minute train journey can bring you to London. As a small family-run establishment, high standards are maintained throughout, to ensure customers are happy during their stay.

The Roebuck - This charming 17th-century country house has oak beams, real winter fires, summer barbecues and a beautiful garden. On the A22 road, near M25/M23, the Roebuck is well placed for Gatwick Airport. The Beagle Bar at the Roebuck Hotel serves traditional, fresh bar food, with a wide range of beers. The popular Sunday carvery has 4 meats to choose from. The Antlers Restaurant also offers an interesting menu, with varied wine list. The en suite bedrooms have recently been upgraded with new bathrooms, beds and power showers. Ground floor rooms are available. Forest Row is on the edge of Royal Ashdown Forest, home to children's character Winnie the Pooh. Nearby attractions include the Bluebell Steam Railway and the beautiful Sheffield Park Gardens. Hever Castle, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Brighton are within driving distance.

The Big Sleep Hotel - Fresh, simple and very modern, this designer limited-service hotel is in the centre of Cheltenham. It offers value for money, great customer service and innovative designs. The award-winning hotel has bedrooms and suites to suit all types of traveller. All bedrooms have a flat-screen TV, broadband access and Wi-Fi (at an additional cost), complimentary tea/coffee-making facilities and security. All room rates include a continental buffet breakfast. The Big Sleep Hotel has new conference facilities and private parking.

Premier Inn Manchester Trafford Centre West (formerly Tulip Inn) - Opposite the Trafford Centre shopping complex, this Premier Inn comes with a bar and bistro, meeting facilities and rooms with very comfy beds. Premier Inn Manchester Trafford Centre West is a short drive from many attractions. Within a couple of minutes of the hotel is a golf driving range and a modern leisure centre (discounts available to guests). Some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

Gomersal Lodge Hotel - The Gomersal Lodge is an ideal base for touring the beauty spots of Yorkshire. The Gomersal Lodge, formerly named High Royd, was built for Mary Taylor on her return from New Zealand in 1860. Mary Taylor became famous because of her friendship with Charlotte Bronte which lasted until Charlotte's death in 1855. She was an inspiration and a driving force to Charlotte Bronte, encouraging her to go to Brussels which provided the experience on which her novels 'Villette' and 'The Professor' were based. The Taylor family and their home, Red House in Gomersal (now the Red House Museum) are recognised as the models for the Yorke Family and Briarmains in Charlotte Bronte's novel 'Shirley'. Rose Yorke is based on Mary Taylor. Mary's own novel was 'Miss Miles' or 'A Tale of Yorkshire Life 60 Years Ago', but she wrote many published articles asserting feminist views. Mary Taylor lived at High Royd until her death on 1st March, 1893. She is buried in the graveyard of St. Mary's Parish Church in Gomersal.

Rendez-vous At Skipton - On the outskirts of Skipton, in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, this charming, family-run hotel boasts a wonderful canal-side restaurant, great leisure facilities and idyllic views of the Leeds and Liverpool canal. Skipton is a delightful traditional market town and is known as the Gateway to the Dales. On the banks of the canal, surrounded by the beautiful Yorkshire dales and within easy reach of York and Harrogate, the hotel offers the best of traditional Yorkshire hospitality and good accommodation. Dine in the canal-side Baby Swan Restaurant and enjoy the wonderful views. Watch the colourful narrow boats drift by, sometimes with equally colourful characters on board! The restaurant also offers wonderful views of the local wildlife. Local swans nest on the canal bank here every year and proudly present their latest brood. The pub next door also offers delicious home-cooked food. Guests are entitled to free use of the impressive leisure facilities, including the indoor swimming pool.

Holiday Inn Telford Ironbridge - Enjoying a Midlands location, the hotel is ideally located for easy access to the M54 and Telford town centre. It is adjacent to Telford International Centre and the lovely town park. Telford Railway Station is half a mile away and the hotel has ample free parking. The 150 bedrooms, including a selection of superior rooms and suites are comfortably furnished and well appointed, each with an en suite bathroom. Excellent conference and meeting facilities are available all with natural daylight.