Want to stay in a hotel with a difference? Our guide to the best boutique hotels in the United Kingdom will help you make your next trip go with a bang. These small hotels are full of character and ideal for charming holidays in the United Kingdom.
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
The Precincts, CT1 3EH Canterbury, UK.
The main attraction of this hotel is its unique location inside the precincts of the famous Canterbury Cathedral. For a truly magical experience, relax and enjoy the views of the cathedral while listening to the bells tolling. The rooms are modern and comfortable, and the hotel serves traditional English breakfasts on the terrace.
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Twin room at the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Hotel
Georgian House Hotel
35 St George’s Drive, SW1V 4DG London, UK.
This London hotel is perfect for Harry Potter fans, whether young or old. Stay in the Wizard Chambers, ornately designed to look like a room at Hogwarts. Enjoy a magical feast with a Wizard Afternoon Tea, and learn to mix your own cocktails or mocktails with a potion brewing session. This is a quirky hotel like no other in London.
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Harry Potter Room at the Georgian House Hotel
Mermaid Inn
Mermaid Street, TN31 7EY Rye, UK.
This hotel is said to be the most haunted in the UK and has hosted royalty. Its cellars date back to the 12th century, and there are dozens of quirky secrets all around the building, such as priest holes, hidden passageways, tunnels used by smugglers and even a secret stairway behind a bookcase. This hotel is sure to spark your imagination.
Standard room at the Mermaid Inn
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Stanley Dock, Regent Road L3 0AN Liverpool, UK.
This unusual hotel is very different from most city centre accommodation options. It’s built in a former warehouse from the 1800s, and much of the original architecture is still in place. Inside, you’ll find a mixture of modern, stylish furniture with exposed brickwork, original windows and steel details.
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Lobby lounge at the Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Old Mill Hotel
Mill Hill Baginton, CV8 3AH Coventry, UK.
This charming hotel has interesting things hidden all around its building and grounds, from freestanding tubs in the bathrooms to an adult-sized swing in the garden. The true highlight is its charming restaurant, set right over the riverside and offering picture-perfect views.
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Restaurant of the Old Mill Hotel
House of Gods Royal Mile
233 Cowgate, EH1 1JQ Edinburgh, UK.
Inside this Edinburgh hotel, you’ll find a riot of colour, opulence and rock & roll-inspired decadence. The rooms are decorated in dark wine tones, and there is velvet and fake fur everywhere. The bar menu features a quote from the Marquis de Sade, typifying the hedonistic experience waiting for you.
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Double room at the House of Gods Hotel
Four Sisters Boatel
Off Lower Gilmore Pl, Lochrin Basin, EH3 9NY Edinburgh, UK.
This tiny hotel has just three rooms, so a warm welcome is guaranteed. It’s set on a boat in Edinburgh’s Lochrin Basin, right in the centre of the city. The wide-beamed barge gives you an unusual, remarkable place to stay while you explore Edinburgh. Bunk beds and a sofa bed make it ideal for families. The Boatel has its own terrace, complete with sun loungers.
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Boat room at the Four Sisters Boats
Corsewall Lighthouse
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel, Stranraer, DG9 0QG Kirkcolm, UK.
For something quite remarkable, stay in this lighthouse in Scotland’s Galloway Peninsula. Accommodation is in the former lighthouse keeper’s house, and larger suites are located elsewhere in the compound. Wait for the night to fall to enjoy beautiful views featuring the beams of several lighthouses shining on the water.
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Sea view lounge at Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel
Monachyle Mhor
Balquihdder, FK19 8PQ Lochearnhead, United Kingdom.
In the beautiful Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, this stunning hotel combines the warm welcome of a boutique with the elegance of luxury accommodation. The 18th-century building was once a farmhouse, and while the exterior retains its old-fashioned charm, the interior is totally modern. Be sure to dine in the hotel restaurant, which showcases meat and vegetables from the hotel’s own farm.
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Feature Room at the Monachyle Mhor Hotel
Windlestraw
Galashiels Road, EH43 6AA Walkerburn, UK.
Check into this charming Scottish Borders hotel, and you’ll be greeted with a cup of tea and some local shortbread to enjoy. It has just six rooms and is ideal for a romantic getaway. The intricate decor includes roses etched on the ceilings, luxury fabrics and roaring fireplaces.
Lounge with fireplace at the Windlestraw Hotel
Portmeirion Village & Castell Deudraeth
Minffordd Porthmadog, LL48 6ER Portmeirion, UK.
This striking village complex was immortalised as the setting of the 1960s cult TV series The Prisoner. Spread across a private peninsula in North Wales, Portmeirion Village has its own castle, hotel and a huge number of pastel-coloured houses for visitors. Known as the Venice of Wales, the resort also has a swimming pool, spa and beautiful Japanese garden.
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Sea view lounge at the Portmeirion Village & Castell Deudraeth hotel
Gwesty Cymru
19 Marine Terrace, Aberystwyth SY23 2AZ Ceredigion, UK.
The name of this hotel literally translates as “Welsh hotel”, and it takes enormous pride in its heritage. It is decorated with local paintings and poetry, and the restaurant serves local specialities, such as lamb and larva bread. Although a thoroughly modern hotel, it gives guests an outstanding opportunity to immerse themselves in Welsh tradition. Some of the rooms have deep tubs with sea views.
Standard room at the Gwesty Cymru Hotel
Llwyndu Farmhouse
Llanaber, LL42 1RR Barmouth, UK.
This cosy Welsh farmhouse, dating back to 1581, offers great views over Cardigan Bay. The interior of this family-run hotel is characterised by old-fashioned rural charm, with wood-beamed ceilings and stone walls. In the morning, a full Welsh breakfast is available, and the on-site restaurant changes its menu every day, depending on the best local produce.
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Llwyndu Farmhouse Hotel
Bushmills Inn Hotel
9 Dunluce Road, BT57 8GQ Bushmills, UK.
This Northern Irish hotel is located in a former coaching inn, which dates back to the 1600s. The building has maintained much of its historic character, although it has been completely renovated for modern tastes. Have a drink in the atmospheric Gas Bar that is still lit by gas light, or enjoy local beef and fish in the award-winning restaurant.
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Lounge with fireplace at the Bushmills Inn Hotel
Halvard Hotel
57 – 58 Loch Promenade, IM1 2NA Douglas, UK.
This is one of the most interesting choices for accommodation on the Isle of Man. A beachfront hotel, its interiors have an eclectic mix of design, boasting statement carpets, comfortable vintage sofas and beautiful paintings. Each room is individually decorated. Expect unusual, quirky details that will bring a smile to your face, such as elaborate wallpaper and stylish artwork. Large family rooms make this ideal for a holiday with the kids.
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Double room at the Halvard Hotel
