Curated romantic hotels in Scotland

• Huge rooms for groups
• Lively rooftop terrace
• Flamboyant interiors

The Shankly Hotel is a Liverpool legend. And it’s inspired by one – Bill Shankly, the legendary football manager. You’ll find memorabilia from his life in the restaurant. But the Shankly’s also made a name for itself as an institution, thanks to its party-sized rooms that sleep up to 24. And events like cocktail masterclasses, murder mysteries and bottomless brunches.

The hotel’s standard rooms are far from average. They’re big and all come with whirlpool baths. But if you’re after a group stay, you won’t get better than here. This place is a party hotel at heart, with a variety of rooms to suit. There’s the Flamingo Room, with double bunk beds (glam ones, of course), swinging egg chairs and flamingos on the ceiling. Or, the Champagne-inspired Laurent Perrier Room, which spreads out over two floors with individual cabins – each with their own bed, shower and TV in the ceiling. The latter also boasts a 25-foot Roman-style bath, a bar, surround sound and a cinema projector.

The party theme extends to the hotel’s glitzy rooftop terrace, where you can order food and cocktails – including their take on sangria, the Shank-gria. You can take in some of Liverpool’s top sights from above here. The hotel’s as central as it gets. It’s housed in the former Victorian-era headquarters of the Liverpool Daily Post & Echo, so you’re a five-minute stroll from Liverpool One shopping centre and the famous Cavern Club. And Royal Albert Dock is only 20 minutes’ walk, too.

With a stay at Mercure Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Liverpool, just a 5-minute walk from Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal and 10 minutes by foot from Royal Albert Dock. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Liverpool ONE and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cavern Club.

With a stay at Rainhill Hall in Liverpool (Rainhill), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Anfield Stadium and Sefton Park. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Knowsley Safari Park.

Situated just 8 minutes’ drive from the city of St. Asaph, the White House boasts free parking on-site, free Wi-Fi access, a bar and a restaurant. Set in the Vale of Clwyd, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside views.

The individually designed rooms at the family-run White House each include an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a work desk. Some of the rooms also benefit from a view of the vale.

With an emphasis on fine dining and family favourites, the restaurant serves a variety of dishes using fresh, local ingredients. In the afternoon, teas, cakes and sandwiches are also available to guests.

After a day of exploring, guests can enjoy a drink in the bar. It offers a range of ales, spirits, liqueurs and soft drinks. Alternatively, there is also a coffee bar.

From the hotel, Bodelwyddan Castle and Kinmel Park Golf are an 8-minute journey in the car. The A55 main road is also nearby.

With a stay at Hull Humber View Hotel, BW Signature Collection in North Ferriby, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of KCOM Craven Park and Humber Bridge Country Park. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Waters Edge Country Park and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Wilderspin National School.

Located in Letterkenny, Mount Errigal Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre is within a 15-minute walk of Letterkenny Town Council Public Services Centre and Letterkenny Golf Club. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Letterkenny Town Park and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Amazonas Outdoor - Indoor Airsoft Firing Range.

A stay at Holiday Inn Chester - South by IHG places you in the heart of Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Racecourse and Chester Cathedral. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Chester City Walls and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Crocky Trail.

Located within the Cheshire countryside, The Macdonald Portal Hotel is 10 miles from Chester. It offers 3 golf courses, an indoor pool, a spa and an award-winning restaurant.

Rooms at The Macdonald Portal Hotel Golf & Spa feature spacious bathrooms with baths and walk-in showers. They also have flat-screen TVs and WiFi access.

The spa centre has a sauna, salt and ice rooms and a wide range of beauty treatments. There is an air-conditioned gym and one of the golf courses is of Championship standard.

Ranulf Restaurant serves traditional cuisine and has an emphasis on organic food. The Lounge Bar brews fresh coffee and has a light snack menu.

Oulton Park Race Circuit, which hosts events such as the British Touring Cars and British Superbikes, is only 2 miles away. Free parking is available at the Portal Hotel.

Located in Ballybofey, Jackson's Hotel & Leisure Club is on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Balor Arts Centre and Drumboe Woods. This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Bluestack Mountains and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Oakfield Park.

Located in Whitchurch, Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf and Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Hill Valley Golf Club and Victoria Jubilee Park. This golf hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Whitchurch Heritage Centre and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from JB Joyce and Company.

With a stay at New Bath Hotel and Spa in Matlock, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Peak District National Park and Matlock Parks Country Park. This spa hotel is 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Chatsworth House and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Derwent Gardens.

With a stay at Lion Quays Hotel & Spa in Oswestry, you'll be on the waterfront – a 4-minute walk from Lion Quays Spa and a 2-minute drive from Pontcysyllte Aquaduct. This spa hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Park Hall Stadium and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

With a stay at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre in Dublin (Whitehall), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Croke Park and Dublin City University. This family-friendly hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Trinity College and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Jameson Distillery Bow St..

The 4-star Nottingham Belfry hotel is just 15 minutes’ drive from the city centre, and 2 minutes from the M1. The property offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

Each room has a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels. They all also feature a walk-in shower, and tea/coffee making facilities.

The on-site leisure club and spa is free to use for hotel guests. The hotel’s beautiful restaurant, The Lawrence, and its Oaks bar and lounge serve simple or refined dishes. A full English breakfast is served every morning.

Nottingham’s historic city centre offers a range of fine shops to visit, and located 5 miles from The Nottingham Belfry. Donington Park is a 20-minute drive away, and Nottingham Castle can be reached in 15 minutes by car.

Located in Derby, Derby Mickleover Hotel, BW Signature Collection is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Derby Hospital and Kedleston Hall. This hotel is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Peak District National Park and 15 mi (24.2 km) from Donington Park Racing Circuit.

With a stay at Derby Midland Hotel, BW Signature Collection, you'll be centrally located in Derby, just a 4-minute walk from The Roundhouse and 9 minutes by foot from Derbion. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.6 km) from Donington Park Racing Circuit and 13 mi (20.9 km) from University of Nottingham.

Aspect Hotel Park West is located over 6 km from Dublin city centre and a 5-minute drive from the M50 motorway, near the Naas Road exit.

Park West Train Station is just opposite the hotel. There is a regular service to and from the city centre, and journey time is only 12 minutes. The hotel is situated in the award-winning Park West Business Campus and is close to all other major road networks. The Luas overground transport service is located just 2 km from the hotel, and the Direct Dublin bus is located directly outside.

Willow Restaurant serves a delicious selection of hot food, snacks and beverages all day. All ground-floor areas and guest rooms are equipped with free wireless internet access as standard.

With a stay at Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Nottingham – a 1-minute drive from Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and 7 minutes from University of Nottingham. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from The Lost Caves and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Victoria Centre Shopping Mall.

Set in Fairbourne, 49 km from Portmeirion, The Springfield Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides karaoke and a concierge service.

At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Springfield Hotel also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options.

You can play darts at the accommodation.

Castell y Bere is 17 km from The Springfield Hotel, while Aberdovey Golf Club is 24 km from the property. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 150 km away.

Located in Derby, Crowne Plaza East Midlands Airport by IHG is in a rural location – a 4-minute drive from University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus and 9 minutes from Loughborough University. This family-friendly hotel is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Donington Park Racing Circuit and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Nottingham Trent University Clifton Campus.