There is nothing better than that feeling of smugness when you slip into a hot-tub and immediately feel warm and cosy no matter what the plunging temperatures/wind/rain outside is doing. Sipping a glass of champagne completely relaxed, it feels like you have outsmarted you have found a piece of heaven itself.
We’ve got some hotels where you can have an exclusive private hot tub, and hotels with fantastic hot tubs as the piece de resistance of their spa are.
The Gilpin is a gorgeous luxury hotel set amidst the tranquillity of the Lake District. Here you can book your own spa lodge that comes with a private outdoor hot tub for your own enjoyment, plus a sauna and rain-maker shower.
Meanwhile, inside the hotel you’ll find plenty of fine dining whether it’s the plump Cumberland sausages served at breakfast or the exotic flavours of Hrishi, the hotel’s Michelin Starred restaurant that brings together traditional English cuisine with an Asian twist to create delicious fusion dishes.
Alternatively, you can head to the Old England Spa courtesy of complimentary passes from the Gilpin Hotel. Here you can enjoy facilities such as a steam room, sauna, ice room, aromatherapy shower, gym and a 20-metre swimming pool – so there’s no excuse not to make the most of your time there!
A luxurious country house hotel nestled in the Cotswolds, Whatley Manor offers a complete escape from the pressures of life in the city. Relax in the state-of-the-art Aquarias Spa featuring an outdoor hot tub spa pool for you to embrace the elements whilst enjoying an invigorating jet-stream massage.
Elsewhere in the spa you can find the indoor hydrotherapy pool, steam grotto, sauna and heated stone recliners, plus a host of treatments and therapies on offer.
Inside the hotel you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained, such as a fully equipped indoor cinema, two dining experiences, two bars and the extensive gardens.
Chevin Country Park Hotel is surrounded by 44 acres of pristine woodland, dotted with lakes and walkways. It’ the perfect place to relax in an outdoor hot tub and feel at one with nature.
The extensive spa includes an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, and gym, plus of course, the outdoor hot tub. The spa takes in some stunning views of the surrounding lakes and woodland, to help you feel a world away from the stress and chaos of everyday life.
The rooms are all located in Alpine-style lodges with self-catering facilities so you can whip yourselves up snacks and meals depending on whatever takes your fancy.
This luxurious country house hotel has just opened up a brand-new spa facility and it is truly stunning. Located just 40 minutes from central London, Cliveden House’s new spa includes two outdoor hot tubs, an indoor pool, outdoor pool, infrared sauna, infused steam room, a Jacuzzi and a state-of-the-art Technogym. What more could you want?!
The luxuriously decorated rooms at Clivedon come in all shapes and sizes from the classicly comfortable to the outright opulent boasting large open fireplaces, four-poster beds and plush velvet upholstery offset against the austere oak panelling.
For more than three centuries it has been home to English nobility, and every king and queen since George I has undertaken residence at Cliveden.
The Nare is a stylish hotel with views over the beach featuring an outdoor pool and semi-covered outdoor hot tubs so you can spend your days drinking in the incredible views. Home to one of the best restaurants in Cornwall, as awarded by the AA, and with an assortment of exciting adventure activities in the local area this is the perfect place for a weekend away from it all.
Each of the rooms at The Nare are stylishly decorated with an eye for design plus include spacious features such as a living area, balcony or terrace. After a day of beach frolicking head to the hot-tubs to relax and unwind and ease tired legs from exploring the surrounding scenery.
You can even bring your dog!
A boutique hotel at the very top of Scotland, Rockpool Reserve is the perfect hideaway affording you luxury and comfort plus, of course, your own outdoor hot tub.
Head downstairs for incredible cuisine courtesy of Chef Albert Roux OBE, credited with opening the UK’s first restaurant to receive 3 Michelin stars. During the day you can explore the rugged highlands and the local offerings from the centre of Scotland’s highland capital, Inverness.
Book the extra-decadent Room 5 to enjoy your own outdoor terrace with a seating area and private outdoor hot tub for your personal use.
A beautiful French-style chateau in the heart of Anglesey, Wales, this fairy-tale castle is perfect if you are looking for a romantic break or perhaps just a relaxing weekend with your friends.
There’s plenty to keep you busy in this part of Anglesey and further out towards Snowdonia, from hiking and mountaineering to ziplining, white water rafting, kayaking, etc. But to be honest we wouldn’t blame you at all if you never left the hotel which has all the comfort, peace and quiet you need.
The hotel boasts a private hot tub, sauna and even a private beach for the warmer summer months.