The best way to enter a brand-new year, is with a relaxation retreat to help bring out the new you. Whether you are looking for a weekend break, a wedding location, or just a day away from the office, these are the best spa hotels in the North you can visit, to fulfil your pamper needs.
Ramside Hall Hotel & Spa
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Located on the outskirts of Durham, Ramside Hall Hotel & Spa, is one of the top spa hotels in the North. It has 127 bedrooms and suites within the hotel, and if you venture outside, you’ll find 350 acres of luscious private grounds. As stated in the name, it is also home to a beautiful spa. But that is not all Ramside has to offer, as it also has a golf course and on-site restaurants such as Pemberton’s Carvery, Rib Room Steakhouse and Fusion. Uniquely, it has gorgeous treehouse suites with excellent facilities, which can be used for stay-cations or to host weddings!
Wynyard Hall
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Throughout history Wynyard Hall played host to royals, aristocrats, politicians, diplomats, artists and writers. When Sir John Hall purchased Wynyard Hall in 1987, he was able to ensure Wynyard Hall remains one of the most renowned destinations in the North East, but now it can be enjoyed by all members of society. Wynyard Hall is also home to the plot-to-plate style restaurant, The Glass House, a luxury spa, and cottages to really switch off and fully enjoy your stay.
Rockliffe Hall
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Darlington’s Rockliffe Hall is a hugely popular five-star hotel with award-winning spa and fitness facilities. It is one of the largest spa hotels in the country, with a variety of on-site food options such as British classics at The Clubhouse and afternoon tea in the Old Hall. It also has an 18-hole championship golf course, and other outdoor activities such as falcon experiences, fishing, and Nordic walking within its 375 acres of grounds. Most exceptionally, it is home to restaurant The Orangery which has been awarded three AA Rosettes.
Grantley Hall
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Another five-star luxury spa hotel located in Ripon, a small city within the Yorkshire Dales. Grantley Hall is a luxury hotel and wellness retreat with 47 bedrooms, formal gardens, a spa – Three Graces Spa and gym – Elite Gym. It also has a diverse range of sophisticated bars and restaurants, all of which use local seasonal produce and local suppliers. Michelin starred restaurant Shaun Rankin – named after, designed and created by the prestigious chef is at Grantley Hall too, and is the perfect fine dining experience to broaden your tastes.
Rudding Park
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Lastly, Rudding Park situated in the Victorian rural district – Harrogate is a privately owned hotel spa, that won Independent Hotel of the Year in 2019. It has 90 bedrooms and suites, an award-winning spa and two golf courses within its 300 acres. It has a selection of dining experiences and menus to choose from, including contemporary fine dining at the three AA Rosette Horto ‘kitchen garden’ restaurant. Interestingly, it also has a private cinema, which showcases popular movies to the guests.
