If you happen to be a UK couple planning a short break after lockdown, you’ll be happy to know that you’re still spoiled for choice - despite COVID-19. It’s a fact, couples right across the UK are lucky to have so many amazing choices when it comes to choosing luxury retreat destinations for a relaxing spa break or a romantic getaway.
But where to go and how to travel safely? Depending on your travel restrictions, the answer to that question is just a message away using the Eddy Travel AI assistant. You can search anywhere in the country by location, by date, by rating, and by adherence to hygiene, making your choice so much easier, and faster.
And now, with so many hotels, spas, guesthouses, B&Bs, and other choices of accommodation paying strict attention to ensuring the sanitisation of their amenities, you’ll be able to travel with confidence and peace of mind.
So let’s get started.
1. The May Fair, London
Whether you choose a luxury room or suite, you can be certain that your stay at the May Fair London will be an experience that will live long in your heart and mind. Located in a part of the capital synonymous with the rich and famous - the Astors, Pierpoint Morgans, Grosvenors, and the Dukes of Devonshire - you and your partner can now enjoy the deliciously rich traditions which are still adhered to at the May Fair.
If London is your calling for a romantic weekend break, why not let style, elegance, and a commitment to excellence be your guide. From soothing the mind in the luxurious spa to fine dining and sumptuous surroundings, the May Fair is the perfect choice for a romantic weekend break for all discerning couples.
2. Westcroft Guesthouse Boutique B&B, Plymouth
There is nothing quite like the sea air to lift the spirits and connect us to a wealth of hidden emotions. The alluring Westcroft Boutique Guesthouse, located in ‘Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner’, is perfection personified and an essential ingredient for a unique romantic getaway. Sumptuously sited in a former fishing village this luxurious hideaway will allow couples to escape to a part of the world where time appears to stand still.
A former Georgian Coaching Inn, dating back to 1760, the property has been painstakingly restored with all modern conveniences, to create the setting for a memorable romantic break. After a long walk on the nearby beach, drop into the local pub where you can enjoy unenviable sea views and delicious local foods and drinks. The Westcroft Guesthouse, along with the surrounding area, provides all the ingredients to create a feeling of romantic seclusion but with all the creature comforts you need.
3. The Queens Hotel - Mgallery, Cheltenham
The town of Cheltenham is synonymous with an atmosphere of style and elegance. Located on a tree-lined promenade the grandiose exterior of the Queens Hotel offers the promise of a luxurious romantic getaway for couples who demand simply the best. Sited in the heart of Cheltenham's regency streets, the hotel is close to all of the town’s most sought after amenities; shops, bars, restaurants, and galleries.
The town of Cheltenham is forever associated with the nobility and royalty who frequented the area to take respite from everyday life. The Queens Hotel still offers the same promise - to refresh, rejuvenate, and soothe the spirits of all lovers of romance, peace, and tranquillity.
4. Plas Tan-Yr-Allt Historic Country House, Porthmadog, Wales
Is it possible to find a more idyllic location for a romantic getaway than the one-time home of the greatest English romantic poet, Percy Bysshe Shelley? Elevated on 40 acres of ancient woodland this ‘home from home’ has been lovingly transformed to create the complete ambience for romance, escape, rest, and relaxation.
The wonderful Regency Villa, set in the stunning North Wales countryside just outside of Porthmadog, comes with a fascinating history that is imbued in the house’s charm and period style. With amazing views across the Glaslyn Estuary and on the doorstep of Snowdonia, this is a uniquely beautiful romantic getaway for lovers of life and nature.
5. Titanic Hotel, Liverpool
Liverpool, it has to be said, has an atmosphere all of its own, like a place caught in a world of wonder between the past and the present. The wonderfully appointed Titanic Hotel seamlessly bridges the gap between eras in the most stylish and admirable manner. As a romantic retreat for couples, its location on Liverpool’s famous Stanley Dock - a mere 5-minute drive from the city centre - offers everything needed for an engaging and unforgettable romantic weekend away.
Its spacious rooms - in fact, more than rooms - are a connection with living history while also offering the benefits of modernity in the most comfortable and stylish fashion possible. This unique hotel also includes the finest of dining directly en-locale and is only minutes from such famous Liverpool icons as the Albert Dock, the Echo Arena, and the Cavern Club. What’s not to fall in love with at the Titanic?
6. Dakota Hotel, Leeds
The Dakota Hotel Leeds offers an intricate atmosphere of style and impeccable service, much beloved by couples seeking a romantic break in a vibrant and exciting city. Dakota hotels are the epitome of style and luxury, where minute attention to detail is paid to ensure the ultimate relaxing and memorable stay. Couples love the cool, yet timeless styling which exudes an air of chic extravagance.
A mere 5-minute walk from Leeds train station, the Dakota is centrally located and perfect for taking advantage of everything the city has to offer romantic holiday couples. This air of chic is seamlessly coupled with a quality of service, which underscores a commitment to ensuring premier-class hospitality and a genuinely warm welcome at all times.
7. Linthwaite House Hotel, Windermere
With stunning views of the surrounding Lake District countryside, Linthwaite House seems the natural choice for romantic couples looking to escape the world and embrace their passions. Its hilltop location, overlooking manicured lawns and semi-wild gardens, gives unspoiled views of some of the most pristine landscapes in all of the United Kingdom.
This rural idyll offers stately accommodation, where the guest rooms have been individually designed with the area’s rural charm and beauty in mind. The restaurant, Simon Rogan, places its emphasis on using only the finest of local ingredients. The hotel is also the ideal base for lovers, and lovers of nature, to explore the surprises which the surrounding countryside has to offer. Also, take time to discover the nearby picture-postcard village of Bowness-on-Windermere and the fanciful world of Beatrix Potter.
8. The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh
Once the home of a famed national newspaper these stunning Baroque buildings now house The Scotsman, a luxury hotel that has paid tribute to its illustrious past. While retaining many original features, the Hotel now possesses an air of modern chic, perfect for couples seeking the ultimate in a romantic getaway. Such features as the original stained glass windows, high-ceilinged wood-panelled rooms, and the defining glory of a marble staircase all add to its luxurious ambience.
Many of the delectably decorated bedrooms and suites offer views of the Princes Street Gardens, Carlton Hill, and The Mound, and present the true atmosphere of the city. Begin your elegant stay with a wee dram of fine Scottish whiskey before soaking up the unrivalled luxury of your romantic break in one of Scotland’s most grand hotels.
9. Lifehouse Spa And Hotel, Clacton-on-Sea
Just 80 minutes by train from London and close to the delightful coastal towns of Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea, The Lifehouse Spa and Hotel is the ideal romantic getaway for couples ready to truly refresh body and soul. Prepare for a thoroughly professional welcome to an adult-only hideaway, where the emphasis is on pampering and relaxation. With fine dining and a huge selection of rejuvenating spa treatments, the hotel, set in 12 acres of an English Heritage Listed Garden, promises to create the feeling of true romance and wellbeing.
All of the accommodation choices are designed with your relaxation and comfort in mind and feature designer toiletries, body-wrapping fluffy robes, and super soft slippers to kiss your body delectably. While there, take full advantage of the Hotel’s sauna, hydrotherapy pool, salt therapy room, and steam room. With this truly romantic holiday, you will arrive tired but leave rejuvenated, with a whole new outlook on life. You can read about some other great spa breaks close to London here.
10. The Plough, Scalby, Scarborough
Sometimes a luxury romantic getaway can be as simple as having your own place to relax and unwind in peace. That’s because luxury means different things to different people. The Plough, situated in the pretty North Yorkshire village of Scalby - close to Scarborough - is like finding your own secret hideaway and bolting the doors behind you. Don’t expect luxurious spas and manicured gardens, instead immerse yourself and your partner in local life, with hearty foods and drinks, engaging locals, and all located on the doorstep to the North York Moors National Park.
What’s more, in this time of COVID-19, the owners pay extra and diligent attention to the hygiene and cleanliness throughout the entire premises. And with the choice of the self-catering accommodation, you might never want to leave your super-comfortable room - but here, in God’s own country, we think that could be a mistake.
Eddy Travels can help you travel again when the time is right
Eddy Travels can help make your travels better, safer, and more relaxing by staying at disinfected hotels, apartments, B&B’s, and guesthouses. The last thing you want to worry about when you’re booking a romantic getaway is how safe your accommodation is.
The Eddy Travels AI assistant lets you search for ‘disinfected hotels’ and will offer all the choices you need to ensure your peace of mind. This will allow you to enjoy your well-deserved break knowing that the owners are committed to taking care of you and your partner. And remember, always take note of and adhere to local COVID-19 safety restrictions and regulations.
When the time is right to travel again in safety, Eddy Travels is here to help you all the way.