Where to Stay in England

Where to Stay in England

A regional guide to accommodation across the country

England spreads its beds across a crazy-quilt of stone cottages, Georgian townhouses, and terraces that cling to the sea. London hogs the spotlight with everything from capsule hostels wedged into King's Cross to glass-fronted suites staring straight at Tower Bridge. Out in the sticks, honey-coloured Cotswold inns glow at dusk, Lake District stone lodges keep fires snapping through chilly April nights, and Northumberland shepherd's huts sit ring-fenced by lambs that bleat until sunrise. The coast writes its own rulebook. Cornwall stacks boutique hotels on cliff edges where gulls bank above open-air hot tubs, while Brighton crams Regency townhouses with velvet-headboard rooms that reek of salt spray and fresh espresso. Up north, Manchester turns cotton warehouses into edgy crash pads and York's timber-framed hotels still echo with the clatter of teacups at breakfast. England parks itself in Europe's upper-mid price band. London charges top dollar every month of the year. Elsewhere rates slide to sensible. A tidy double outside the capital lands mid-range; coastal Cornwall spikes to luxury in July. Budget hunters can still score hostel bunks and pub rooms in most towns, though the countryside empties fast.
Budget
£25-55 per night for hostels, pub rooms, and basic B&Bs
Mid-Range
£80-180 per night for 3-4 star hotels and boutique properties
Luxury
£250-600 per night for 5-star hotels and country house estates

Our Top Picks

The highest-rated hotel in each price range, selected from across England.

Top Pick — London
9.2/10 125 reviews
From $79/night

"Room was exactly like the pictures. Kitchen has all the cooking amenities, and w…"

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Top Pick — Cotswolds
Top Pick — London
9.8/10 81 reviews
From $363/night

"Due to a London Underground strike that day, we didn't go to the theater as plan…"

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Regions of England

Each region offers a distinct character and accommodation scene. Find the one that matches your travel plans.

London
Luxury

London crams beds into every fold of its 607 square miles. The West End flaunts landmark hotels where bellhops whistle cabs from the curb. East London gutted its warehouses and rebuilt them as loft hotels lined with exposed brick and craft beer taps. South Bank glues glass towers to the Thames so rooms carry the scent of river mist and roasting beans.

Accommodation: Everything from capsule hostels to royal suites, connected by the Tube's silver streaks
Gateway Cities
London
Where to stay in this region
9.2/10 125 reviews
From $79/night

"Room was exactly like the pictures. Kitchen has all the cooking amenities, and w…"

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8.8/10 319 reviews
From $109/night

"Upon arrival we had a free upgrade to our suite! Spacious room with a small kitc…"

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9.6/10 391 reviews
From $285/night

"The location is excellent, very close to the tube. The room is clean, with house…"

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9.8/10 81 reviews
From $363/night

"Due to a London Underground strike that day, we didn't go to the theater as plan…"

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9.8/10 32 reviews
From $1049/night

"A few points of flaws: - The sliding door of the bathroom cannot be completely c…"

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First-time visitors Business travelers Food scene access
Cotswolds
Mid-range

The Cotswolds thread honey-coloured villages along hedge-lined lanes where sleeping means stepping straight into the past. Old coaching inns still carry 17th-century beams and stone floors polished by centuries of boot leather. Converted barns hide underfloor heating beneath original oak rafters where swallows dart in and out all summer.

Accommodation: Stone cottages, manor houses, and converted barns surrounded by rolling hills
Gateway Cities
Cheltenham Oxford
Where to stay in this region
9.2/10 53 reviews
From $79/night

"The receiptionists (I forgot to ask both names, one of them is with glasses) wer…"

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Luxury The Londoner
9.7/10 74 reviews
From $482/night

"Fantastic hotel! Beautiful rooms, a spa, excellent service, and in a p"

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Luxury Hotel 41
9.6/10 109 reviews
From $229/night

"I booked this hotel because it was ranked first in London by trip advisor, but i…"

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Luxury Egerton House
9.6/10 84 reviews
From $347/night

"It's very good. I will order this one next time I go out. The air conditioner is…"

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Romantic escapes Countryside walks Historic atmosphere
Lake District
Mid-range to luxury

England's Lake District wedges hotels into valleys between peaks where dawn mist sticks to slate roofs. Stone lodges sit right on the water, rowboats tapping against wooden docks. Hill farms rent shepherd's huts fitted with wood-burning stoves and skies so black the Milky Way pours across the night.

Accommodation: Lakefront hotels, stone cottages, and remote farm stays wrapped in national park beauty
Gateway Cities
Windermere Keswick Ambleside
Where to stay in this region
9.1/10 114 reviews
From $78/night

"This hotel was good for my move to UCL East. It's super close to the campus,"

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9.3/10 137 reviews
From $182/night

"It was a smooth check in and I was pleasantly surprised by how spacious my Club…"

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9.5/10 54 reviews
From $391/night

"I had an absolutely delightful 12-day stay at The Landmark and I want to sincere…"

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9.5/10 40 reviews
From $461/night

"Very good hotel, in London where every inch of land is valuable, you can live in…"

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9.4/10 97 reviews
From $650/night

"The front desk service is the best in the hotel I have stayed in, warm and frien…"

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Cornwall
Luxury in summer

Cornwall grips England's far southwest where hotels balance on cliff edges above turquoise Atlantic swells. Fishing villages turn granite cottages into boutique stays where breakfast means crab hauled in that morning. Surf towns pack hostels with board racks and wetsuit rooms that smell of neoprene and brine.

Accommodation: Cliff-top hotels, surf hostels, and granite cottages with Atlantic views
Gateway Cities
Truro Penzance Newquay
Where to stay in this region
8.9/10 225 reviews
From $57/night

"I stayed for 8 nights. I had originally booked an own room with a shared bathroo…"

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9.3/10 42 reviews
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9.4/10 40 reviews
From $533/night

"Well located hotel in Fitzrovia with lots of bars and restaurants on the doorste…"

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9.3/10 115 reviews
From $292/night

"The two room I booked for 9 nights (23/10-1/11) stated that its size is 29 squar…"

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9.3/10 109 reviews
From $517/night

"We booked two rooms for a 2-night family stay in London, a Devonshire Suite and a…"

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Beaches Surf culture Coastal walks
Yorkshire
Mid-range

Yorkshire runs from medieval York's timber-framed hotels to the Yorkshire Dales' stone farmhouses where peat fires scent rooms with earthy smoke. Wharfedale villages keep coaching inns that draw locals and visitors for Sunday roasts. The coast surprises with Victorian hotels in Scarborough where brass bands still march the promenade.

Accommodation: Medieval inns, converted mills, and country house hotels across varied landscapes
Gateway Cities
York Leeds Sheffield
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8.8/10 73 reviews
From $69/night

"Stayed for 4 nights! On the last day, I went to check out at 2 PM, only to be to…"

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9.2/10 286 reviews
From $124/night

"Beautiful hotel in general, the rooms were so spacious and lovely!"

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9.3/10 82 reviews
From $450/night

"I booked two deluxe rooms. But the front desk manager said that extra beds were…"

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9.3/10 55 reviews
From $550/night

"The room is small The hotel is in a great location, you can walk everywhe"

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Luxury NoMad London
9.2/10 112 reviews
From $480/night

"Stayed twice in a short period of time Advantages: - Central location - Large a…"

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Historic cities Countryside Food culture
Devon
Mid-range

Devon splits into two coastlines of different temperaments. North Devon's Atlantic shore hides surfing villages where hotels smell of salt spray and sun-baked wetsuits. South Devon's English Riviera brings palm-lined promenades and Georgian terraces turned boutique hotels where afternoon tea lands with clotted cream thick as cumulus.

Accommodation: Surf lodges, Georgian townhouses, and coastal inns between two distinct shorelines
Gateway Cities
Exeter Plymouth Torquay
Where to stay in this region
8.7/10 1475 reviews
From $60/night

"This hotel has an excellent location, just a few minutes' walk from London He"

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9.1/10 2420 reviews
From $99/night

"Holiday Inn airport hotels are pretty much all the same, I guess. The place is q…"

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9.1/10 311 reviews
From $624/night

"The hotel's architecture beautifully blends ancient and modern styles, creating…"

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9.1/10 545 reviews
From $109/night

"5 minutes walk along SkyWalk to Hotel. Friendly staff, great breakfast selection…"

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9.1/10 252 reviews
From $99/night

"The room wasn't huge, but the bed was comfy. It's exactly what you'd expect from…"

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Coastal walks Surfing Cream teas
Peak District
Mid-range

The Peak District rolls across England's midriff where beds hide in stone villages ringed by heather moorland. Old mill owners' houses deliver grand rooms gazing across gritstone edges. Farmhouses dish up breakfasts of Derbyshire oatcakes and thick bacon from valley pigs.

Accommodation: Stone cottages, country house hotels, and remote farm stays in England's oldest national park
Gateway Cities
Bakewell Castleton Edale
Where to stay in this region
8.5/10 603 reviews
From $58/night

"Very good hotel, clean, nice staff, the location is convenient for people arrivi…"

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9.0/10 352 reviews
From $183/night

"Room: Double family room, very spacious and comfortable. We could easily open th…"

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9.1/10 111 reviews
From $457/night

"I read a lot of reviews before booking, and this hotel seemed to be a great opti…"

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Mid Range Royal Garden Hotel
9.0/10 283 reviews
From $189/night

"Safety: The hotel is located in the Kensington area, right next to the gates of…"

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9.0/10 247 reviews
From $192/night

"We were upgraded to an apparently larger room, goodness knows how small our orig…"

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Accommodation Landscape

What to expect from accommodation options across England

International Chains

Premier Inn dominates roadside locations with 800+ properties. Travelodge covers motorways and cities. IHG, Hilton, and Marriott cluster in London and major cities. Boutique chains like Malmaison and Hotel du Vin convert historic buildings nationwide.

Local Options

Historic pubs with rooms (known as 'gastropubs with rooms') serve excellent food alongside accommodation. National Trust holiday cottages rent historic properties including lighthouses and castles. Independent B&Bs thrive in rural areas, often in family homes with home-cooked breakfasts.

Unique Stays

Landmark Trust restores historic buildings for holiday rentals including forts and follies. Glamping sites offer shepherd's huts and treehouses with proper beds and wood-burning stoves. Universities rent student rooms during holidays in historic colleges.

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Booking Tips for England

Country-specific advice for finding the best accommodation

Book coastal Cornwall by Christmas

Cornwall properties sell out 6-8 months ahead for July-August. Book by Christmas for summer holidays. London hotels rarely sell out except during major events.

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Pub rooms include breakfast and dinner

Historic pub rooms typically include full English breakfast and access to excellent restaurant-quality dinners. This often represents better value than standalone hotels.

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University rooms offer city center stays

From June-September, Oxford, Cambridge, and other university cities rent student rooms in historic colleges. Central locations at budget prices, often in buildings older than most countries.

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When to Book

Timing matters for both price and availability across England

High Season

July-August for Cornwall, Lake District, and coastal areas. December for London Christmas markets. May-September for Cotswolds.

Shoulder Season

April-May and September-October offer 20-30% lower prices with decent weather. London prices stable year-round except Christmas/New Year.

Low Season

November-March (excluding Christmas) brings significant discounts in countryside areas. Some coastal hotels close entirely in winter.

Book coastal England 3-6 months ahead for summer. London 2-4 weeks ahead is sufficient except during major events. Countryside 1-2 weeks ahead outside peak times.

Good to Know

Local customs and practical information for England

Check-in / Check-out
Standard 15:00 check-in, 11:00 check-out. Smaller B&Bs often accommodate early arrivals if rooms are ready.
Tipping
Not expected in hotels. Round up taxi fares or leave £1-2 for exceptional service. Pub rooms: no tipping expected as it's part of the pub.
Payment
Cards accepted everywhere including small B&Bs. Some rural pubs prefer cash for drinks but rooms usually take cards.
Safety
England is very safe for tourists. Use normal city awareness in London, Manchester, Birmingham. Rural areas extremely safe with low crime rates.

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