Top 5 Ambient Hotels in the UK & Ireland

posted in: Guide  |  posted by: Jenn on January 30, 2009  |  4 Comments

Thousands of hotels were included in the polls for the Best Hotels and Resorts in the UK. Ten different criteria were presented to the public and voters were asked to submit nominations for their favorite hotels.

The UK is an amazing are, full of diversity and culture. The following are the Top 5 hotels in the UK in the category Ambiance!

5. Dromoland Castle (Clare County, Ireland)

Dromoland Castle

Image credit: Dromoland Castle

This stunning castle lies on 1,500 acres of stunning Ireland hillside. One of the most famous in the area, the castle was once the home to royal bloodlines dating back as far as 1002. In 1962 the hotel was renovated and transformed into a luxury hotel – a place where you’ll feel like royalty from the moment you step through the doors.

4. Le Manoir Aux Quat Saisons (Oxford, England)

Le Menoir Aux Quat Saisons

Image credit: Le Manoir Aux Quat Saisons

Le Manoir Aux Quait Saisons is the brain child of the stunning Raymond Blanc. He envisioned a hotel where his guests would be guaranteed a stunning atmosphere, spectacular service, unbridled comfort, and incredible cuisine. The end result is nothing short of magnificent.

3. Hayfield Manor Hotel Cork (Cork, Ireland)

Hayfield Manor

The 88 room Hayfield Manor is as quaint and romantic as it is grand. Those visiting on business will feel as though they’re in a professional atmosphere, while those on a romantic getaway will feel as though they’re the only ones in the hotel. Visitors find the rooms, food at the Orchids restaurant, and surrounding grounds to be absolutely delightful!

2. Ashford Castle (Cong, Ireland)

Ashford Castle

Image credit: Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle is yet another stunning castle in Ireland, one of the most distinguished in the country. Once the estate of the esteemed Guinness family, the castle reopened as a hotel during the late 1930’s. The land provides a stunning backdrop for a romantic getaway or perhaps even your wedding.

1. Gleneagles (Perthshire, Scotland)

Gleneagles

Gleneagles is a small hotel with plenty to offer. Each of its 41 rooms is designed to offer you the finest in amenities. The hotel itself is only a 15 minute walk from the beaches, marina, and shopping district. Relax and enjoy your stay at what was voted the most ambient hotel in the United Kingdom!

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4 Responses to “Top 5 Ambient Hotels in the UK & Ireland”

  1. Ireland travel expert says on

    Hi Jenn, Surely one of the criteria for “Best Hotels and Resorts in the UK” should be that the hotel or resort be in the UK?? 3 of the hotels above are not in the UK. Dromoland, Hayfield and Ashford are in the Republic of Ireland, not in the UK.
    As someone who is passionate about Ireland as a destination I’m delighted to see that you couldn’t come up with hotels in the UK that beat our gems

  2. Ebbsfleet Hotels says on

    I really like the photo here it reminds me of another hotel I stayed at near the M25 bridge I have been to see Ashford Castle etc…

    Tina



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