Whatley Manor  

Behind private oak gates in rural Malmesbury, this luxury spa hotel sits in the heart of the Cotswolds. It’s a short drive from Malmesbury Abbey, Highgrove House & Gardens and Westonbirt Arboretum. Pet-friendly and quietly set across rolling grounds, it’s perfect for a grown-up escape.

This is a grown-up getaway with sustainability at its core. The property rests on 12 acres of gardens split into 26 distinct areas and even hosts a large bee colony. Rooms are individually decorated (23 in total) with creature comforts like heated floors, flat-screen TVs, docking stations, robes and slippers.

Restore in a full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, then choose between indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, steam room and solarium. There’s a fitness centre, yoga area and picnic spots tucked into the gardens. Practical perks include free valet parking, 24-hour front desk, concierge and complimentary wireless internet. The hotel has removed single-use plastics in bedrooms and operates with zero-to-landfill goals.

Meeting and conference facilities and a business centre cater to small events and presentations. Complimentary high-speed wireless internet keeps work moving.

Dine from fine, refined tasting menus or opt for a more laid-back restaurant offering British and locally sourced flavours. A lively bar/lounge serves evening drinks and 24-hour room service is available. Daily cooked-to-order breakfast starts your day with British classics and seasonal produce sourced close to home.