John Howard Hotel - An oasis of tranquillity and elegance in the heart of London. The Best Western John Howard incorporates all the facilities demanded by today's discerning traveller, including air conditioning, private bars, free satellite TV and wireless internet access.

Premier Inn Basildon South - With a convenient location, just off the A13 and only 5 minutes from Wat Tyler Country Park, this modern hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms, a Beefeater restaurant and free parking. The Premier Inn Basildon South is within easy reach of the M25 and Wat Tyler Country Park, which has a craft shop, an adventure playground, a motorboat museum and a miniature railway. Coalhouse Fort and the Eastgate and Lakeside shopping centres are nearby. The rooms have satellite TV and telephone/modem points 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 breakfast buffet 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 Beefeater restaurant specialises in char-grilled steaks.

The Angel Hotel - Set in the Forest of Dean between the River Wye and River Severn, this hotel has seen many changes over the centuries. Situated in the town centre of Coleford, The Angel Hotel is located within one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas of England, with a rich and varied history. Bars, a restaurant and 'Magnums' nightclub complete the hotel's leisure package. A wide range of home-cooked meals, light bites and snacks is available. Luxurious rooms are all en suite and feature satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

The Dial House Hotel - In the heart of the Cotswolds, The Dial House Hotel has warm log fires, comfy bedrooms and an excellent restaurant with 2 Rosettes. The hotel dates back to 1698, and has individually decorated rooms, some with four-poster beds and deep baths. There is a walled garden with a renovated, private summer house. The hotel's restaurant serves seasonal local produce in a creative style. Food is served daily. Close by are pretty Cotswold villages, as well as Blenheim Palace and Sudeley Castle.

Old Vicarage - Just 25 minutes south of York on the A19, the Old Vicarage, with en suite rooms, large gardens and private parking, is only 1 mile from exit 34 of the M62. 10 minutes from Selby. The Old Vicarage is a beautifully furnished house on the edge of the village, overlooking the fields and the ancient church. Just off the M62 motorway and A19 road, the Old Vicarage has easy access to York, Hull, Leeds, Goole, Selby and Doncaster. Full English breakfast is served overlooking the gardens, while local pubs offer excellent evening meals. There is a meeting room available. With lots of free parking, the Vicarage is an easy drive from the racecourses at York and Pontefract. When visiting York you can easily avoid parking problems by leaving your car at the McArthur Glen stores (where the A19 crosses the A64) and take the 'Park & Ride' bus into the city.

Britannia Hotel Coventry - Next to the famous cathedral, with the city's shopping centre and department stores on its doorstep, a mere 20-minute drive from the NEC, NIA, ICC and Birmingham Symphony Hall. Enjoying a superb location in central Coventry, the Britannia Hotel offers flexible extra bed options and the chance to select a jacuzzi in your room. The Bar-Rogue cafe and Bentley's Restaurant both open out onto the Cathedral Square and prove popular with locals and guests alike. A bus service to Birmingham International Airport stops opposite the hotel, whilst the railway station is just 10 minutes' walk away. Other attractions within walking distance are The Museum of British Transport, the Belgrade Theatre, Indoor Ice Skating and Basketball Arena, the Historic Old Town and leading nightclubs. Even the tourist attractions of Warwick and Stratford can be easily accessed, such as Warwick Castle, Kenilworth Castle, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Cadbury's World.

Coltsfoot Country Retreat - Hidden within 40 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside, the suites at this luxury retreat form a courtyard setting and exude a typical English charm. Enjoy the very popular Retreat Restaurant and cosy log burning fire in the bar/lounge where you can sample fine food and fine wines. The hotel is available for exclusive use, or hire for important corporate events, weddings, functions and product launches. Come and discover Coltsfoot Country Retreat, the hidden gem of Hertfordshire.

Dumbleton Hall Hotel - Nestled amid 19 acres of gardens and woodland, this 19th century country house provides the ideal base from which to explore the rolling hills and hidden valleys of the Cotswolds. Set in the beautiful Worcestershire countryside, surrounded by stunning views of Bredon Hill, Cotswold Hills and Broadway Tower, this impressive mansion offers a warm welcome with its magnificent oak-panelled lounge, comfortable bar and restaurant. For business events and special occasions, the hotel provides 2 individually styled function rooms, one of which boasts a dance floor, suitable for up to 100 people.

Macdonald Gisborough Hall - Located 20 minutes from Middlesbrough and an hour from York and Harrogate, Gisborough Hall is set in peaceful private grounds on the edge of the North York Moors. Winner of the prestigious Yorkshire Life Hotel of the Year 2007/8, Gisborough Hall is well known for offering some of the best facilities in the north of England for weddings, events and conferences for up to 300 people. Gisborough Hall is renowned for its award-winning restaurant and tranquil spa rooms. It is only 10 minutes away from the International Wilton site and well positioned for those wishing to enjoy the spectacular coastline and Yorkshire moors.

Balmer Lawn - New Forest Country House hotel with great character, providing comfort along with warm, friendly service. The Balmer Lawn is situated in the heart of the New Forest, an idyllic location. The area offers ageless beauty and tranquillity with unspoilt paths and walks where you can really appreciate the beauty of the New Forest. When visiting the Balmer Lawn you can delight in the Forest's changing colour, history and wildlife and in particular, enjoy the famous New Forest ponies and magnificent deer that still have the right of way as they freely graze the surrounding area, including the towns of Brockenhurst and Burley. Many activities can be enjoyed including, walking, cycling, mountain-biking etc. plus the hotel offers its own extensive leisure facilities, swimming, gym, squash and tennis. The hotel is independently owned and prides itself on offering a friendly atmosphere and excellent service to all its guests.

Holiday Inn Express Southampton - M27, J7 - This hotel is 4 miles (6.4 km) from Southampton city centre and 1 mile (1.6 km) from junction 7 of the M27. It is next to the Rose Bowl and has free parking. At Holiday Inn Express Southampton there are en suite bedrooms, a licensed bar, a restaurant and 5 air-conditioned conference rooms with natural light. Conference lunches are also available Each bedroom has satellite channels/blockbuster movies, broadband and high-speed Wi-Fi, a hairdryer and courtesy tray. The lounge bar offers a warm, friendly welcome and the restaurant serves delicious meals from 18:00 to 22:00, Monday to Sunday. Residents can use the next-door Esporta Leisure facilities for a small fee.

Ibis Manchester, Charles St - Ibis Hotel Manchester Charles Street is located in the city centre, next to the Manchester Conference Centre, Manchester universities and the BBC. Manchester Central and the MEN Arena are 15 minutes' walk away. The hotel is close to Manchester Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations and easily accessible from the airport by car or shuttle. Chinatown and Canal Street nightspots are close by. A multi-storey public car park is opposite the hotel Benefit from the on-site cafe and bar, offering snacks 24 hours a day, plus an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. For a one-off payment (see 'internet' section), you can get access to in-room broadband internet, movies and music for 24 hours.

Jurys Inn Heathrow - On the south perimeter of Heathrow Airport, 4-minutes' walk from Hatton Cross London Underground Station, the hotel offers spacious, modern air-conditioned rooms with triple glazing. The Jurys Inn Heathrow has easy access to all London Heathrow Airport terminals via the Tube from Hatton Cross Station. Regular buses run from all terminals to Hatton Cross and public buses within the airport perimeter are free of charge. The Hotel Hoppa bus, H9, runs every hour from the hotel to all terminals. Each en suite room has individual air conditioning and is triple-glazed for peace and quiet. The stylish Innfusion Restaurant offers table dh?te and ? la carte menus at attractive prices. The hotel also has a well-stocked bar and an on-site coffee bar.

Holiday Inn London-Heathrow M4,Jct.4 - Conveniently located, Holiday Inn Express London-Heathrow M4, Jct.4 is a contemporary hotel just off the M4 motorway at Junction 4, minutes from Heathrow Airport. Guests have a choice of bars and restaurants within the hotel, including Callaghans Irish Bar, The Lounge Bar, Rotisserie and Sampans Restaurant, serving cuisine with an Asian influence. Spirit Gym is a contemporary health and fitness centre on site for guests to make complimentary use of, with a range of modern gym equipment. Close to Stockley Business Park, Holiday Inn Express London-Heathrow M4, Jct.4 is perfect for airport use or an ideal base to explore Central London. There is satellite TV in all of the spacious, contemporary en suite rooms and high-speed internet access is available.

Mount Pleasant Hotel - Occupying a central location within Great Malvern's town centre, this characteristic Queen Anne building offers a warm and friendly welcome to all of its guests. Unwind and enjoy the beautiful Town and Countryside in Malvern. With numerous picturesque towns and villages to explore, as well as the local festivals and events, Malvern will give you reason to return time and time again to The Mount Pleasant Hotel. Originally built in 1730, with the new wing being built in 1850, the hotel's restaurant has recently been refurbished to offer a modern kitchen serving an extensive ? la carte menu.

The Royal Hotel - Near the centre of Ross on Wye, next to historic St Mary's Church, The Royal stands high above the River Wye, with excellent countryside views. The welcoming Royal Hotel offers delicious food, comfortable rooms, relaxed hospitality and free guest parking. For dining there is Barrett's Restaurant and the Riverview Bar and Terrace with amazing views. Enjoy modern and traditional British dishes, Real Ales and coffees. There are 4 function rooms. This Grade II hotel from 1837 is built on the foundations of the 13th-century Bishop's Palace. Famous visitors include Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens. Located by The Forest of Dean, the Royal Hotel is ideal for exploring the Wye Valley and Symonds Yat viewpoint.

Radisson Edwardian Sussex Hotel - Just off Oxford Street and only 300 metres from Marble Arch London Underground Station, this 4-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi and stylish, modern air-conditioned rooms. The Radisson Edwardian Sussex Hotel has one of London's most sought-after locations, just a few hundred metres from Marble Arch, Hyde Park and the designer shops of Bond Street. Light and airy, the hotel is decorated with fine artwork and designer furniture; interiors include Fabbian Italian lighting, slate floors and a leather reception area designed by Poltrona Frau. Smart, contemporary and luxurious, each room has designer furnishings, crisp cotton bed linen and Sicilian marble bathrooms with polished granite floors. All rooms have advanced telephone systems and Bang & Olufsen TVs with digital entertainment systems. The hotel has a business centre and a fitness room. Made of glass, the bar is the focal point of the Nova Bar and Grill, which offers contemporary British cuisine in stylish surroundings.

The Plough Hotel - An authentic Elizabethan Cotswold Manor House specialising in Game and Seafood with a stylish, yet informal approach. Set in the beautiful Cotswold countryside; the Thames, Kelmscott, Burford and Oxford are all ready to explore. The Plough Hotel is a gorgeous and unique privately owned, Elizabethan Manor House. Stay in a wonderful four poster bedroom, enjoy al fresco dining under parasols during summer and in winter, relax beside a roaring log fire. Whether it be horse riding, fishing, shooting, boating on the Thames or pampering with simply delicious food, you will find something to suite you at The Plough Hotel.

Haselbury Mill - With unique views of the South Somerset countryside, in a peaceful lakeside, river and garden location, Haselbury Mill has beautiful historical buildings and superb food. The buildings at the Haselbury Mill Hotel date back to the time of William the Conqueror. They now form a beautiful hotel with 3 restaurants, 2 bars and function facilities. Most rooms are in the Georgian Mill House, carefully renovated to create en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi internet. The original mill buildings have been sensitively converted into a stylish restaurant. Also here is a traditional bar with flag-stone floors and oak-panelled walls. The Granary building offers a lakeside bar and restaurant. Meals are created using the best, seasonal ingredients. It's the aim of the chef to source all ingredients from within a 20-mile radius of Haselbury. Haselbury Mill Hotel is 1 mile (1.6 km) from the market town of Crewkerne, 8 miles (13 km) from Yeovil, and 25 minutes from Taunton and the M5 motorway.

Cottage In The Wood - Enjoy one of England's best views across 30 miles of The Severn Valley at this family-owned and run country-house hotel. The Daily Mail described it as "the best view in England", but that is not all you will discover there. Set in 7 acres of wooded slopes, Cottage in the Wood gives direct access to the 9-mile range of The Malvern Hills. The bedrooms are charming and distinctively different, the largest being in The Pinnacles. The highly regarded restaurant, Outlook, has 2AA Rosettes, a well-stocked bar and an award-winning wine list of about 600 wines.

Ravenwood Hall Hotel - Suffolk's ultimate retreat boasts rooms with intimate decor, sensational food and extraordinary hospitality. Set in 7 acres, enjoy perfection at this historical country house hotel, with easy access to major road links. The Hall's intriguing history began in the reign of Henry VIIIth. Even now, its ornately carved oak structure and rare sixteenth century wall paintings carry an air of mystical Tudor charm. Traditional British food with a continental touch is served in the restaurant, or for a less formal atmosphere with adventurous daily changing specials boards, try our popular bar. Toast crumpets or enjoy a cream tea by the log fires in winter or sip cool Pimms while reclining by the outdoor heated pool in summer; Ravenwood Hall is the perfect location throughout the year. The en suite bedrooms are individually designed, with enormous beds, antique furniture and every comfort to offer a relaxing stay. The rooms in the main house all have original features (some to include four posters, half testers and one room even has its very own biscuit cupboard!) The Mews rooms are a great favourite with dog lovers as they lead onto the delightful lawns and dog walks. Our staff are here to make your visit a memorable one and if there is something you should require, you only have to ask.

The New Osterley Hotel - This comfortable hotel offers an ideal central location, within short walking distance of many of the town's amenities and attractions including Blackpool Pier and the Winter Gardens. The New Osterley Hotel has all en suite rooms fitted with standard facilities, with four-poster beds available on request (subject to availability). It has a large licensed bar where you can play pool and table football. There is a recently renovated dining room where the family-run hotel offers wholesome home cooked food. The hotel offers special discounts to pensioners and there is a lift to all floors. Conference delegates, dance competitors and coach parties are all welcome. There is free on-site limited parking available for 8 cars (first come, first served). Due to its central location it is an ideal place to stay at any time of the year, and the perfect place to relax after a hectic day in the 'fun capital of Europe'.

Passage House Hotel - Positioned on the northern bank of the River Teign, this hotel with spa facilities has commanding panoramic views of the mouth of the estuary. Passage House Hotel was built on the site of a tidal ford where long ago villagers would wait to cross the river. Established for over 50 years, the hotel has a reputation unsurpassed in the area. Staff at the hotel aim to make your stay truly memorable. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the wild and rugged terrain of Dartmoor or Devon's towering red sandstone cliffs and sheltered, sandy coves. Enjoy the views and fresh air before returning to the hotel to experience the beauty salon, swim in the indoor pool or use the spa facilities.

La Reserve - With free parking and modern style en suite rooms, this privately owned hotel is just metres from Stamford Bridge football stadium and Fulham Broadway London Underground Station. La Reserve combines a unique style and contemporary design with the charm and intimacy of a private hotel. In Hammersmith and Fulham, close to the Royal Borough of Chelsea and Kensington, La Reserve is just a minute's walk from Stamford Bridge, the home ground of Chelsea Football Club. Fulham Broadway London Underground Station is just 2 minutes' walk away and offers easy access to any part of London. All of the en suite rooms have TVs, telephones, tea/coffee, trouser presses and hairdryers. A continental buffet breakfast is available every day and the hotel has a bar and room service. Free on-site car parking is on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to availability. There is a public lounge with a computer with internet.

Premier Inn Daventry - Premier Inn Daventry is 6 miles (9.7 km) from Daventry town centre, and within easy reach of the M1 motorway, Northampton, Silverstone and Rugby. On site is a Chef & Brewer country-style pub/restaurant, meeting facilities and free parking. Each room has very comfy beds. 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.

Clough Manor - New owners and a ?1m refurbishment at the three star Clough Manor hotel in Saddleworth are bringing a taste of city style to the hills above Oldham. It may date back to the 16th century, but the newly refurbished Clough Manor is a decidedly 21st century take on the country hotel and restaurant.

Draycott Hotel - With understated elegance and authentic English grandness, this luxurious 5-star hotel is beautifully set in a peaceful garden square, in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Formerly known as Cliveden Town House, the hotel is set within 3 red-brick Edwardian homes, which is reflected in the refined d?cor. Staying in this splendid town house will evoke a sense of old world romantic charm and elegance, for which the city of London is so famous, with the feeling of an English Country home. Its location could not be better for the myriad of speciality luxury goods stores of Knightsbridge, Sloane Street and Kings Road. It is also just a stone's throw away from London's theatre land in the heart of the West End.

Abbey Court Hotel (Hyde Park) - In a quiet, tree-lined avenue, overlooking the peaceful Talbot Square Gardens, this 3-star hotel is close to Hyde Park and Oxford Street, less than 350 metres from London Paddington Station. The Abbey Court Hotel (Hyde Park) is within easy walking distance of Marble Arch, the West End and the shops of Oxford Street. Beautiful, peaceful Hyde Park is just a short stroll away. Paddington, Lancaster Gate and Edgware Road London Underground Stations are all just a few minutes' walk away and plenty of local buses stop nearby. All of the hotel's attractive en suite rooms have TVs, telephones, tea/coffee, and hairdryers. A buffet breakfast is available every day in the spacious breakfast room. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk, a lift to all floors and a shared public computer with internet access in the lobby. Some limited car parking is available on site at great-value rates.

The White Hart Hotel - A charming 17th-century coaching inn, The White Hart Hotel offers luxury accommodation, with good access to the A1(M) and a 20-minute train or car journey from London. All of the stylish rooms offer free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and en suite facilities with Molton Brown toiletries. Some of the rooms have a luxurious hydrotherapy bath and an LCD TV. The hotel restaurant provides superb dining in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere, with a modern European and British menu and local produce. There is also a comfortable lounge bar. Free parking is available for hotel guests and a full English breakfast is included.

Colwall Park Hotel, Bar and Restaurant - Fabulous food, peaceful surroundings, friendly staff, roaring log fires and just minutes away from the M5/M50, this gourmet hotel boasts the well-known Seasons Restaurant. Featured in the Michelin and Good Food guides, with 2 AA Rosettes, Colwall Park offers modern gourmet food using only the finest fresh ingredients. Home-made snacks and bar meals are also served in the popular Lantern Bar. In 2 acres of beautiful gardens, at the centre of the peaceful village of Colwall, you can easily explore the beautiful Malvern Hills, the picturesque Welsh Marches, or the Cotswolds. Footpaths from the hotel gardens lead directly onto the slopes of the hills, the source of the world-famous Malvern Water. Cheltenham and the nearby cathedral cities of Worcester, Hereford and Gloucester are all close by.