Spotlight on The Quay Hotel & Spa in Wales
On the breathtaking North Wales Coast, take time out in relaxing style at this welcoming retreat with views across the water to majestic Conwy Castle.
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Mercure St Paul’s Hotel & Spa, Sheffield
The perfect setting for a city spa break Mercure St Paul’s Hotel & Spa is right in the heart of cosmopolitan Sheffield. A two night Spa Wellness package includes dinner, bed and breakfast, a 25 minute treatment which can be upgraded to 55 minutes, a spa gift and full use of the spa facilities including a beautiful big pool and gym. There would be time too, to take in some of Sheffield’s local attractions - a trip to the theatre, a mosey round the Meadowhall Shopping Centre before a night out.
VISIT MERCURE ST PAUL’S HOTEL & SPA
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Cumbria
Perfect for a two night spa break by the water, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is on the edge of Windermere, England’s largest lake, in a magical setting in the Cumbrian countryside. His and her treatments are available and there is a state of the art gym and 20 metre pool. The Ultimate Spa Break for Two is a two night spa break at its finest, with bed and breakfast, a two course dinner on the first day, a choice of two 55-minute treatments, afternoon tea, a bottle of Prosecco and full use of the spa facilities. There is also the great outdoors to enjoy - country walks, boat trips, fishing and a forest adventure course all nearby, as well as a spot of culture at the Wordsworth Museum and Dove Cottage. Finally, take the kids for a cuddle with Peter Rabbit at the Beatrix Potter Museum to round off your mini break?
VISIT MACDONALD OLD ENGLAND HOTEL AND SPA
The Corran Resort & Spa, Laugharne
A two night spa break deep in the Welsh countryside at The Corran will make you feel a world away from the stress and tension of everyday life. Dating back to the 16th century, this atmospheric hotel and spa offers a range of leisure and spa activities including a pool, treatments, a gym and a Jacuzzi. Outside enjoy the views, a walk in the marshlands and perhaps some horse riding, clay pigeon shooting and quad biking. Dinner is based largely on local ingredients and seasonal products, and a traditional afternoon tea with a glass of champagne is an absolute must.
VISIT THE CORRAN RESORT AND SPA
Portavadie, Scotland
On the shores of Loch Fyne, Portavadie is one of the most beautiful spots in Scotland for a two night spa break. Great for groups, families or a romantic break, with a variety of accommodation including dog friendly rooms, the newly opened spa offers therapeutic treatments, a hydro pool, sauna and a relaxation area, all with breathtaking floor to ceiling views across the loch towards the Isle of Arran. There are indoor and outdoor pools, a toddler pool and a large heated outdoor infinity pool, and if you go out for a walk you might see deer, buzzards, otters, golden eagles, red squirrels and even basking sharks. If you are feeling energetic there’s even cycling and kayaking to enjoy!
Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire
Speed over to Whittlebury Hall for a two night spa break next to Silverstone racing circuit, and close to Bicester Village and Warwick Castle. The spa here is massive, with 23 treatment rooms, a hamman, all encompassing heat and ice experiences, a swimming pool and a gym. Two nights here might also mean you catch one of their regular tribute nights, there are loads coming up including a Broadway Spectacular, Abba Tribute band and Rock Legends.
Alexander House Hotel Utopia Spa, West Sussex
Calmness and luxury reign at Alexander House. This award-winning spa will take you away from your busy life for two nights of sybaritic tranquillity in a place that’s aptly called, Utopia. Have a massage and waft onto the veranda and down to the Spa Garden where you can relax in heated spa pools or doze off on the comfy loungers. Wend your way back to your oh so beautiful room, many with direct access to the spa, and think about dinner.
Galgorm Resort and Spa, Ireland
A spectacular location with first class rooms, a wow-factor spa, innovative spa treatments and 1163 acres of grounds with the River Marne running through them. Soak in one of the riverside hot tubs, and for two nights and three days take it all in with award-winning food to complete the experience.
The Heritage Killenard, Ireland
Not only is The Heritage Killenard a very friendly place, but is also billed as Ireland’s premier five star hotel and spa. They welcome children with plenty to entertain them including a Wii room, children’s games room, family films, tennis, a playground, a fairy garden, a swimming pool and a Summer Fun Club. Meanwhile you can make the most of your weekend away in the spa. Try their Heritage Spa Experience before embarking on any treatments, the aim of which is to induce deep relaxation. It is a countryside luxury spa weekend at its best.
Hilton Vilamoura as Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa, Portugal
It may be that either one or both of you would like to spend some of your time on the golf course during your two night spa break. If so, Hilton Vilamoura is the place to go as there are five golf courses here! If that’s not your thing however, there’s plenty of other things to do as the spa claims to be the largest in Portugal. Their Two Night Ultimate Spa Break includes two nights’ deluxe accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, a 7Seven Spa Zen Massage, access to the hydra spa and access to the 7Seven Spa circuit which features a plunge pool, leisure pool, relaxation pool, a hydro-massage pool, a Zen Garden, an aromatic bath, a sauna, steam room, ice fountain, water tunnel and experience shower, all looking out onto sun, sea and sand.
H10 Casanova Hotel, Barcelona, Spain
Spa, beach, nightlife and impressive architecture as well as triple rooms available for a two night spa break with friends at H10 Casanova Hotel. Barcelona is one of the most interesting cities in Europe, ideal for a short break combining spa activities and sojourns in the rooftop pool and gym with evenings out, great food and remarkable sights. The hotel is right in the city centre, metres from Placa Catalunya, Passeig de Gracia and Les Ramblas. Don’t forget too to take a peek at the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s extraordinary cathedral; you will never have seen anything like it.
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