Curated luxury hotels in Wales

Set in Sidmouth and with Sandy Park Rugby Stadium reachable within 19 km, The Blue Ball Inn offers a bar, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and water sports facilities. The property is around 35 km from Golden Cap, 42 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse and 23 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Woodlands Castle is 46 km from the inn.

All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a TV and a hairdryer.

Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available at The Blue Ball Inn. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

You can play darts, squash and tennis at this 4-star inn, and the area is popular for hiking and windsurfing.

Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, a business centre and ironing service at the property.

Powderham Castle is 30 km from The Blue Ball Inn, while Tiverton Castle is 45 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 19 km away.

This 17th-century inn is set in the heart of the Cotswolds, boasting beamed ceilings, stone floors and elegant, modern rooms. In the tranquil hamlet of Cockleford, The Green Dragon serves freshly prepared, hearty food.

Light and stylish, each individually furnished room provides a sleek private bathroom. Guests can relax in the room with a TV and free Wi-Fi.

The rustic and cosy pub area is full of historic features, with an open fireplace and unique furniture with carved, wooden mice. Full English breakfasts are served each day, along with fresh, traditional dishes. Guests can enjoy real ales and fine wines in the 2 bars.

Free parking is available, and Cheltenham is less than 15 minutes’ drive away. Birdland Park and Gardens is 25 minutes away by car, and guests can enjoy scenic walks in the surrounding countryside.

When you stay at The Rest and Be Thankful Inn in Minehead, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene and Exford Memorial Hall. This inn is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Exmoor National Park and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Caratacus Stone.

Located in Bristol, Hunters Rest Inn is a 1-minute drive from Chew Valley and 10 minutes from Stanton Drew Stone Circle. This hotel is 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Thermae Bath Spa.

Located in Lydney, The Fountain Inn is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Hopewell Colliery and Dean Forest Railway. This inn is 4.4 mi (7 km) from Wye Valley and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Wenchford Picnic Site.

With a stay at Rams Head Inn in Winkleigh, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Baxter Hall and Hatherleigh Community Centre. This hotel is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Dartmoor National Park and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from RHS Garden Rosemoor.

Located in Ledbury, The Talbot Inn is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of St Michael and All Angels and Heritage Centre. This inn is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Wye Valley and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Market House.

Located in Yeovil, The Masons Arms is within a 5-minute drive of Montacute House and Ham Hill Country Park. This property is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Huish Park and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Yeovil Country Park.

Located in Bristol, Fox & Goose, Barrow Gurney by Marston's Inns is within a 10-minute drive of Ashton Gate Stadium and Clifton Suspension Bridge. This inn is 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from SS Great Britain and 6.2 mi (10 km) from University of Bristol.

With a stay at Three Horseshoes in Barry (Llancarfan), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cardiff Bay and Brynhill Golf Club. This inn is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Principality Stadium and 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Barry Island Beach.

Located in Frome, Archangel is within a 15-minute drive of Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. This inn is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Roman Baths and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Thermae Bath Spa.

With a stay at Kerrington House in Axminster, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of East Devon and Blackdown Hills. This luxury hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Castlewood Vineyard and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

With a stay at Malmaison Cheltenham in Cheltenham, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cheltenham Racecourse and Gloucester Quays. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Imperial Gardens and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cheltenham Town Hall.

In the Cotswold village of Frampton Mansell, The Crown Inn is a 17th-century ‘cider house’ with log fires, traditional home-cooked food, locally brewed real ales and good company!

The Crown Inn is a beautiful building dating from 1633. Surrounded by Gloucestershire countryside, you can enjoy excellent views across the Golden Valley.

Fine, local ingredients are used to prepare The Crown Inn’s superb choice of dishes, including the popular, traditional Sunday roasts.

The rooms are located in the annex. Free wireless internet is available in the public areas.

Bedrooms can be converted into seminar rooms for small groups.

With a stay at The Queen's Chew Magna in Bristol, you'll be steps from Chew Valley and a 3-minute drive from Chew Valley Lake. This hotel is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Bristol Hippodrome Theatre.

With a stay at Half Moon, Sherborne by Marston's Inns in Sherborne, you'll be just steps from Sherborne Museum and Sherborne Abbey. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from St John's Almshouses and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Global Images Gallery.

With a stay at Three Cocks Hotel in Brecon, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park and Glasbury Cutting Nature Reserve. This bed & breakfast is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from River Wye and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Bronllys Village Hall.

With a stay at The Notley Arms Inn in Taunton, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Exmoor National Park and Combe Sydenham Hall. This inn is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Nettlecombe Court and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Quantock Hills.

Surrounded by beautiful scenery but just a few minutes' walk from Hay-On-Wye's centre, this charming inn has a traditional wooden-beamed bar. Dating back hundreds of years, Oliver Cromwell is rumoured to have stayed in the 17th century.

The Old Black Lion was voted 'The Best Pub in Powys' and was in the Top 8 for Wales with the 'National Pub & Bar Awards' in 2023. Our award winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant also won the prestigious Good Food Award Gold Seal for 2024. We recommend booking a meal with us via the messaging service so you can enjoy our great food and service before retiring to your room. There is also an option to order a delicious, freshly cooked breakfast using locally sourced produce on arrival or via a message beforehand for just £10pp.

Each room is traditional in style, with a carpeted floor and en suite bathroom. Each also has a flat-screen TV for guests to use, and facilities for making tea and coffee.

With a stay at Darlington Arms in Bristol (Redhill), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Mendip Hills and 8 minutes from Chew Valley. This inn is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from University of Bristol.