10 new and refurbished hotels and B&Bs in Britain for 2021
Hoping to make up for lost holiday time? We pick the best places to stay for city, coastal and country getaways
15 of the best quiet beaches in the British Isles
The editor of Coast magazine picks uncrowded sands – and places to stay nearby – ideal for a seaside escape from May onwards
Room service: the best of luxury hotels, at home
Longing for a relaxing weekend? Pamper yourself with these stylish products from leading hotels in your own house
The return of Thomas Hardy’s favourite haunt, the King’s Arms, Dorchester – review
This newly-restored 16th-century hotel and inn, immortalised by the novelist, had a rocky start due to the pandemic. But, unlike most of his stories, there is hope of a happy ending
Buxton Crescent review: the grand old spa and hotel comes back to life
It’s taken 17 years and £70m to restore this architectural gem on the edge of the Peak District to its former glory. Has it been worth the wait?
Spanish hotel group to offer guests free Covid testing
Spain’s Room Mate chain is trialling a scheme that tests all guests on arrival – making a stay for two great value compared with private testing
10 cool UK city hotels for under £100 a night
City hotel deals are plentiful this autumn, with boutique pads from Bath to Belfast offering stylish rooms at competitive rates
The best places to stay in Portugal for a late-summer break
With Portugal now added to the UK’s list of travel corridors, we round up hotels, campervans and self-catering for a September holiday
Birch, Hertfordshire – review: ‘It’s like the most chaotic Pinterest board made real’
Birch is the latest ‘concept’ hotel to chase the Instagram generation, but haphazard design and pricey wellness and creative activities leave little room for relaxation
The Pig at Harlyn Bay: good food in a gorgeous setting in Cornwall – review
Near Padstow, the latest addition to The Pig’s pen of hotels dates from the 1600s and is a glorious retreat for cliff walks and beach strolls
Sun, sea, seafood … and few Covid cases: summer in southern Puglia
The Salento, in the heel of Italy’s boot, saw relatively low infection rates, but it has lost many international visitors this year, which means savings can be had
Greetings! walkers, cyclists and dogs are all welcome at this Scarborough hotel
A hotel with a hostel vibe, Bike & Boot is geared up for those who love the great outdoors, though actually there’s little lycra on show
Rooms with a sea view: 10 of the best UK coastal hotels
Take in the seaside air (and some great food) everywhere from traditional resort towns to dramatic coastlines and a Cornish surfers’ beach
Safe flight, spotless hotel and masks everywhere: Canaries reopen to tourism
With their low infection rate, the islands are being used as a laboratory for safe tourism. We find Fuerteventura organised, welcoming and very clean
Croatia this summer: three areas to visit without the crowds
The country will be quieter this summer, particularly the beautiful south. We pick areas for lovers of seaside, mountains and wildlife