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Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa has to be one of the number spa destinations in the UK. So if you’re looking for some pampering? Stop your search. The hotel’s nestled between Liverpool and Chester – around half an hour’s drive from both. But you won’t want to leave the hotel, thanks to its award-winning spa and first-rate dining options.

The pool in the spa sets the bar high – it’s inspired by Roman baths with its gold columns and tiled walls. There’s a hot tub, sauna and steam room, as well as a load of unique facilities that you won’t find in many hotel spas. We’re talking a snow room, a Himalayan salt wall, an infrared wall, and an experience shower with tropical rain, monsoon and cold waterfall settings. Outside, there’s a barrel sauna with scenic countryside views and a couple of hot tubs, surrounded by loungers.

For food, you’ve got the Lawns Grill for stuff like caviar, oysters and grilled meats. The Lounge for more relaxed fare, with sandwiches, sharing platters and mains, plus a cocktail happy hour. It lines up a terrace for al fresco wining and dining. And, finally, The Brasserie, in the health club, for brunch or tapas bites after a gym workout or spa treatment. The facilities list is rounded off with a gym, hair salon, make-up studio, nail bar and meeting rooms.

When you stay at Quay Hotel and Spa in Conwy, you'll be on the riverwalk – a 3-minute drive from Conwy Castle and 7 minutes from Eryri National Park. This spa hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Llandudno West Shore Beach and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from RSPB Conwy Nature Reserve.

With a stay at Fairlawns Hotel and Spa in Walsall (Aldridge), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Villa Park and Little Aston Golf Club. This spa hotel is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Utilita Arena Birmingham and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Bullring & Grand Central.

A stay at The Spencer Hotel places you in the heart of Dublin, within a 5-minute walk of EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and Jeanie Johnston. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and 0.6 mi (1 km) from 3Arena.

Located in Sligo, Sligo Park Hotel & Leisure Club is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of County Sligo Golf Club and Lady Erin Monument. This family-friendly hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Hawks Well Theatre and 1.2 mi (2 km) from The Castle Gallery.

Located in Wetherby, Wood Hall Hotel and Spa is within a 10-minute drive of Stockeld Park and Wetherby Golf Club. This eco-friendly hotel is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from University of Leeds and 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from First Direct Arena.

With a stay at Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny (Newpark), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kilkenny Castle and laser Combat Kilkenny. This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Kilkenny Golf Course and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from John Street.

Located in Ballycastle, The Salthouse Hotel is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Bonamargy Friary and Ballycastle Beach. This golf hotel is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Giant's Causeway and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Ballycastle Museum.

Located in Mullingar, Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa is on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Belvedere House Gardens and Parks and Mullingar Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Rock 'n' Bowl Bowling Alley & Jungle Joes Soft Play and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Mullingar Arts Centre.

Refurbished in 2016, the Shandon Hotel & Spa is situated in the small village of Dunfanaghy and offers a wonderful views of the Sheephaven Bay and a luxury spa. All the rooms, the bar, the swimming pool, the relaxation room and the outdoor Canadian hot tub overlook the nearby bay, hills and countryside.

The bright and airy bedrooms each have a cosy seating area and some have sea views. All rooms feature a TV, tea/coffee facilities and a private modern bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Hotel guests have free use of the leisure centre which boasts a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath & gym. Discounted access to the luxury thermal spa is available to hotel residents. The spa is housed in a separate building to the hotel.

The restaurant at Shandon Hotel & Spa serves an international menu in elegant surroundings. Shandon Bar has open fires, free WiFi and a sun terrace, and hosts live music nights.

Shandon Hotel & Spa is just 3.5 miles from the beautiful Ards Forest Park. Free on-site parking is available, and Sheephaven Bay Beach is just a short walk away.

A stay at The Municipal Hotel Liverpool - MGallery places you in the heart of Liverpool, within a 10-minute walk of Cavern Club and Liverpool ONE. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal.

When you stay at Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport in Derby, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Donington Park Racing Circuit and Loughborough University. This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from University of Nottingham and 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.

With a stay at Sheraton Athlone Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Athlone, steps from Athlone Towncentre and within a 10-minute walk of St. Peter and Paul's Church. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Athlone Castle and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Athlone Institute of Technology.

When you stay at Ferrycarrig Hotel in Ferrycarrig, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Irish National Heritage Park and Glengary Links. This family-friendly hotel is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Rosslare Europort and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Wexford General Hospital.

When you stay at Imperial Hotel in Llandudno, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Conwy Castle and Eryri National Park. This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Promenade and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Llandudno ski slope.

Located in Kettering, Kettering Park Hotel & Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Wicksteed Park and Kettering Conference Centre. This spa hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Kettering Golf Club and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Sywell Country Park.

Located in Castlebar, Breaffy House Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Great Western Greenway and McHale Park. This family-friendly hotel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Linenhall Arts Centre and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Turlough Round Tower.

Set in Dungloe, 57 km from Donegal, Waterfront Hotel Dungloe boasts rooms with views of the Atlantic Ocean and complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Every room has an en suite bathroom. Extras include free luxury toiletries.

The 106 Atlantic Restaurant offers a European menu and extensive wine list. The hotel has a number of private dining options suitable for small or large celebrations, which require advance reservation. The bar bistro offers food and hospitality all day, from breakfast or brunch through to afternoon tea or a family dinner, featuring locally sourced ingredients. It also offers an extensive beverage menu including cocktails and live entertainment on selected nights.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Letterkenny is 41 km from Waterfront Hotel Dungloe, while Ballybofey is 41 km away.

An exclusive 42-bedroom luxury castle hotel. With 4 Red Stars and 3 Rosettes awarded by the AA for excellent facilities, this is the highest rated hotel in Yorkshire.

Swinton Park is the ancestral home of the Cunliffe-Lister family and is set in 200 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens. The castle is surrounded by the family estate in which guests have access to a Bird of Prey Centre, rivers, moorland and beautiful countryside bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

The restored Georgian stables have been converted into a state-of-the-art cookery school. The hotel has a civil licence for weddings and 5 function rooms equipped for meetings, conferences and presentations.

The Spa and Country Club has a gym, an 18-metre indoor pool and a hydrotherapy pool, steam rooms and a sauna. The spa garden offers an al fresco sauna and shower, as well as a 10-metre outdoor pool with bio-filtered water. The spa has 8 treatment suites and relaxation rooms. It offers many beauty treatments, including manicures and pedicures. Use of the spa facilities is not included in your rate, charges will apply.

Breakfast is not included in the room rate - but can be booked/added for an additional charge.

When you stay at Bodysgallen Hall & Spa in Llandudno, you'll be in the historical district – a 4-minute drive from Conwy Castle and 7 minutes from Eryri National Park. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bodysgallen Hall and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Conwy Suspension Bridge.