Brand spanking new and bloody gorgeous, Kingsley House in Haslemere is a beautiful three suite boutique escape in Surrey.

The vibe at Mama Shelter in Shoreditch, London, is cool and effortlessly hip without trying too hard. A mix of creative types, locals and travellers fill the open-plan bar and dining area, where people sit with their laptops, lunch, cocktails or brunch. There’s no expectation to move along or order endlessly. You can sit, work, meet or daydream for hours and no one bats an eyelid. The music’s good, the mood’s better, and everyone genuinely seems to be having a nice time.

One of the best boutique hotel openings of 2025 is here! The House of George W. Davies in Broadway in the heart of the Cotswolds is the much awaited, latest project from George Davies, iconic fashion entrepreneur and founder of Next and Per Una. Read on to find out more and learn George’s top tip in business.

Head to the west shores of Lake Garda and you’ll discover two charming hotels owned by the Arosio family. Hotel du Lac and Hotel Gardenia al Lago, traditional and authentic these two privately owned hotels are both lakeside. Think staff in uniforms, tablecloths and napkins, service with a smile - Italian hospitality at its best. Oh, and great value too…

Chewton Glen is one of Britain’s great country house hotels for good reason. Set in 130 acres on the edge of the New Forest, a short walk from the sea, it blends style and polish with real warmth. The latest chapter is a standout refurbishment by London studio Goddard Littlefair, which has reimagined some of the rooms, the bar, Dining Room and drawing rooms with an elegant, lived-in feel. Think parquet underfoot, velvet sofas, handmade wooden tables, soft lavender and green tartans and herringbones, and open fires glowing wherever you turn. It’s sophisticated and classic, and it suits Chewton Glen beautifully.

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Longueville Manor is the best hotel in the Channel Islands. Independently owned this traditional and luxurious hotel and spa ticks all of the boxes when it comes to location, food, wine, service, gardens and spa.

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2021 is finally here and with it some great new hotel openings in the UK and aboard that we can all look forward to and add to our dream list.

Les Fermes de Marie is the best luxury hotel and spa in Megeve. Created by Jocelyn Sibuet this authentic and luxurious hotel in the French Alps is a family friendly ski hotel which is also a great summer holiday option.

Push boundaries and restore your mind, body and spirit at Deplar Farm, Iceland, are you ready for the experience of a lifetime?

Buxton Crescent is the first UK luxury spa hotel from Europe’s largest health spa operator Ensana. This luxury spa retreat is located in the historic spa town of Buxton, the UK’s highest market town nestled within the rolling hills of the Peak District.

Gleneagles luxury spa days are a tempting and luxurious blend of ancient philosophies and modern therapies, lovingly curated in the beautiful surroundings of Scotland’s finest luxury spa & wellness retreat.

The Newt in Somerset is a historic country estate near Bruton which opened as a 23-room luxury hotel & spa in August 2019. This great British boutique hotel boasts beautifully cultivated gardens, a cider press, restaurants, farm and house and garden shops. With a focus on all things Somerset to celebrate the history and heritage of this county in the south-west of England, the estate and gardens have been lovingly transformed by Karen Roos, the owner of the award-winning luxury hotel and gardens, Babylonstoren, in South Africa’s Franschhoek valley.