Park Plaza County Hall London
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Situated on London's South Bank, this modern and family-friendly hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the River Thames and London Eye.
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Choosing where to stay in Great Britain is one of the most important decisions when planning a successful trip, considering that the country offers unparalleled accommodation variety across Europe. From Georgian villas converted into boutique hotels to holiday cottages in the English countryside, from Scottish castles transformed into luxury residences to apartments in the heart of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods: each type of accommodation tells a different story of the region.
The geographical distribution of accommodation reflects perfectly the diversity of Great Britain. Large cities such as London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Glasgow concentrate hotels in every category, from family-run bed & breakfasts to luxury hotels with spas and Michelin-starred restaurants. In rural areas, you’ll find farmstays, pub accommodation (the so-called country pubs) and cottages for rent nestled in exceptional landscapes such as the Cotswolds or the Scottish Highlands.
The range of services available covers every budget: from hostels in university cities like Oxford and Cambridge to suites with views over Edinburgh Castle, passing through apartments with kitchens ideal for longer stays. British accommodation stands out for high quality standards, with particular attention to the traditional English breakfast — the celebrated Full English Breakfast — included in many B&B rates.
To help you navigate, this guide takes you through Great Britain’s main destinations, from cosmopolitan metropolises to cultural cities, from the Cornish coast to remote Scottish islands.
London hosts the most extensive accommodation offering in Great Britain, with over 150,000 beds distributed across facilities of every type: chain hotels near airports, boutique hotels in sought-after neighbourhoods like Mayfair and Chelsea, apartments with services in areas such as Notting Hill and Shoreditch, and Victorian B&Bs in residential neighbourhoods of Kensington and Bloomsbury. The choice of neighbourhood is decisive: those wanting to be in the heart of the action will opt for Westminster or Covent Garden, whilst those preferring more authentic atmospheres will look towards Hackney or Brixton.
The West End concentrates historic luxury hotels, with superior category facilities overlooking Green Park and Hyde Park, ideal for business travellers or those wanting to experience London in style. The neighbourhoods of South Bank and Borough instead offer design hotels with views over the Thames, particularly appreciated by couples. For budget-conscious travellers, areas around King’s Cross and Victoria stations offer a wide selection of hostels, guesthouses and budget hotels with excellent connections to the rest of the city.
Whichever neighbourhood you choose, the Oyster Card guarantees fast and convenient travel across the entire underground network, making accommodation in peripheral but well-connected areas equally practical. To discover everything the capital offers during your stay, consult our guide on what to see in London.
Edinburgh offers one of the most distinctive accommodation experiences in Great Britain, with facilities ranging from historic hotels in the Old Town — some carved out of medieval palaces along the Royal Mile — to boutique hotels in the Georgian New Town, to apartments with views over the castle that dominates the city from atop its volcanic crag. Staying in the historic centre, within steps of Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse, means having everything at your fingertips: museums, restaurants, pubs and theatres.
The New Town, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site along with the Old Town, hosts charming hotels in beautifully restored 18th-century buildings, much appreciated by those visiting for romantic weekends or the celebrated Edinburgh Festival in August. In this area you’ll also find numerous family-run B&Bs in Victorian townhouses, with generous breakfasts and an intimate atmosphere. In summer months, especially during the festival, booking well in advance is essential.
Those preferring a quieter stay can look towards the neighbourhoods of Stockbridge and Leith, the latter overlooking the port, where apartments and holiday cottages allow you to live like a resident.
The rural heart of England — with honey-coloured stone villages of the Cotswolds, the Roman spas of Bath and the medieval spires of Oxford — hosts some of Great Britain’s most characterful accommodation. Here your options range from country house hotels set in private grounds to Georgian villas transformed into luxury facilities, from pub inns where you can sit by the fireplace in the evening to farmstays with sheep grazing outside the window. Bath, in particular, hosts spa hotels allowing access to the Roman thermal waters, an experience unique in its kind.
In the Cotswolds, the concentration of cottages and holiday rentals is among England’s highest: ideal for families or groups of friends wanting a base from which to explore the area’s villages by car. In Oxford, you’ll find both hotels in the historic centre near the university colleges and B&Bs in the livelier, more alternative neighbourhoods of Jericho and Cowley. Cambridge offers a similar choice, with facilities directly overlooking the River Cam.
This part of England is best explored by car, which makes it convenient to choose accommodation in scenic but less central positions. Find inspiration for your itineraries in our section dedicated to the Cotswolds and England’s main cities.
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city and offers a surprisingly rich and varied accommodation range, considerably cheaper on average than London or Edinburgh. The city centre hosts design hotels in converted industrial buildings — a reflection of the city’s vibrant arts scene — and large international hotels near George Square, an ideal logistical hub. The Merchant City neighbourhood, with its neoclassical buildings, concentrates instead boutique hotels and stylish apartments, perfect for a cultural weekend.
Glasgow’s West End, around the university and Kelvingrove Museum, is the preferred neighbourhood for travellers seeking a more relaxed atmosphere, with numerous B&Bs in Victorian houses and short-term apartment rentals. The area is rich in independent cafés, markets and art galleries. For those arriving or departing from Glasgow International Airport, you’ll find airport hotels with dedicated shuttles, useful for tight connections.
Glasgow is also an excellent base for the Highlands and Scottish islands: choosing accommodation here allows you to combine the city with excursions towards the Highlands and Loch Lomond, reachable in less than an hour’s drive.
Staying in the Scottish Highlands is an experience unrivalled in Great Britain: here accommodation ranges from family-run guesthouses along the shores of Loch Ness to castle hotels such as Eilean Donan, from glamping with mountain views to luxury lodges nestled in moorlands. Inverness, the Highlands’ capital, offers the widest choice in the area, with hotels in various categories and convenient connections to major attractions. The villages of Fort William and Oban are instead the preferred bases for those wanting to explore the islands and fjords.
On the Isle of Skye, Scotland’s most visited rural destination, accommodation ranges from romantic B&Bs with locally-sourced breakfasts to isolated holiday cottages with views over the Cuillins. Demand often exceeds supply in summer months, so booking at least three months in advance is advisable. The Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland islands instead offer self-catering cottages and guesthouses for those seeking authentic seclusion.
For those driving — the ideal way to explore these areas — many facilities offer free parking and services designed for hikers, such as equipment storage and early breakfast preparation. Discover more about car hire in Scotland to plan your travels.
Wales is Great Britain’s least explored destination and precisely for this reason offers some of the most authentic and affordable accommodation in the entire country. Cardiff, the capital, concentrates business hotels and boutique hotels in the bay area — regenerated over the past twenty years with contemporary architecture — and B&Bs in the neighbourhoods of Pontcanna and Canton, the most lively for dining and nightlife. Proximity to Cardiff Castle is often a decisive criterion when choosing city centre accommodation.
In rural Wales, holiday cottages in Snowdonia National Park and the Pembrokeshire peninsula are particularly sought after by outdoor and trekking enthusiasts. Along the coast, seafront hotels and cottages in Welsh grey stone dot fishing villages, offering a genuine atmosphere away from mass tourism circuits. Many rural Welsh facilities accept pets, a detail worth noting if travelling with your dog.
Cardiff is easily reached both from London (approximately 2 hours by train) and from Bristol, making it a natural stop on an itinerary crossing southern England and Wales.
Great Britain offers one of Europe’s most comprehensive ranges of accommodation options. International hotel chains are present in all major cities, offering consistent standards and flexible booking. Family-run bed-and-breakfasts and guesthouses are the most authentic choice for immersing yourself in local culture, with hearty breakfasts and proprietors who know every corner of the region. Holiday rentals and cottages are perfect for families and extended stays in the English, Welsh and Scottish countryside. Boutique hotels in historic centres combine contemporary design with period architecture, often housed in carefully restored heritage buildings. For tighter budgets, hostels and budget inns in university towns offer excellent value for money. Country estates and castle hotels represent the most exclusive option, particularly in Scotland, where staying in a castle is far from being an exclusive privilege.
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