Our hidden gems for a summer break

With enviable views of the River Thames and the Tower of London, Blue Orchid Tower Suites Hotel is a pristine, modern hotel in London celebrating the growing trend for independence and space whilst travelling. Rooms and suites are spacious, most with their own kitchen facilities as well as 24-hour room service and an Italian restaurant. It’s perfect for a weekend of exploring the capital, as well as a relaxing break for anyone travelling for business as well, and is complete with the glamorous Adamo Spa.

An award-winning spa and deservedly so! From the moment you enter the underground haven, you’ll be transported into a world of peace and calm with satisfyingly relaxing results. There are a number of impressive experiences to enjoy but the piece de resistance is the relaxation areas. Here, you can choose from discovering sleep in a hanging pod cocoon, in an ergonomic sleep chamber or a sound cancelling egg chair. Top this off with a luxury ESPA treatment, delivered on a bed with a comforting duvet.

From the moment you step into Slaley Hall, you’ll feel cocooned in a private escape where everything is laid on for your enjoyment and relaxation. Adrenalin activities are on offer, as is a game of golf, but if you’re looking for total rejuvenation in a tranquil environment, head for the spa. Here, you’ll discover a journey into relaxation, thanks to stunning facilities and a menu of decadent treatments designed to leave you feeling very special and incredibly pampered.

Everything at Stocks Hall Spa is state of the art. From the gym to the spa treatments, the purpose designed and built space is brand new and has a sense of luxury to it, but without being imposing. Somewhere you can happily spend half a day to yourself, working out and enjoying a little pampering as well as a coffee with a good book, this is also a place to catch up with a friend and celebrate time together with a glass of Champagne.

Ultra modern and carefully designed, the Devona Spa is all flowing lines and soothing colours. With elegant facilities to work out and wind down and luxury spa treatments from the esteemed Clarins product line. The spa is set within the brand new Hilton Aberdeen TECA hotel, conveniently located for exploring the city or attending a concert, or maybe even for adding a little wellbeing to a business trip.

In the heart of Hounslow, The Continental Hotel offers convenience and affordable luxury to all who visit. A modern, four-star hotel, it’s conveniently close to Heathrow Airport and offers a space to work out and wind down in style. It’s perfect for business and leisure, and also welcomes families. One of its key highlights is the restaurant, serving modern Indian, Indo-Chinese and Continental cuisine.