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One of the most important things you will need when you are getting started with your project is a contractor accommodation. To help you find the best accommodation for your project, this article provides you with some great tips on what to look for in a contractor accommodation. Get the best Northampton contractor accommodation here!

Why Northampton?

Northampton is a popular destination for the professional services industry. It has been home to many organisations over the years, from accountants to consultants and architects. The town has a charming medieval centre, which is perfect for walking around after a hard day’s work.

Northampton is also famous for its shopping areas. Northampton is a fantastic town with lots to see. It was the first town in England to have an art gallery, which is now known as the Northampton Gallery. It has a variety of interesting places to visit. The University of Northampton has some great facilities for students who are looking for accommodation, including student rooms that are ideal for temporary or long-term living arrangements. You’ll also find many settings that are easy on the wallet, so you can afford to travel around Europe while you’re at it!

Where to find contractor accommodation in Northampton?

Northampton offers a variety of places to find temporary accommodation for contractors. These include hotels, bed and breakfasts, conference centres, holiday parks, farm lodges, hostels, self-catering apartments, cruise ship passenger ships and even student halls of residence. A contractor can find many properties for rent in Northampton. These properties include furnished apartments, shared accommodation, and homes available to buy. Many of the flats come equipped with a parking space or garage.

What to Look For in a House or Apartment for Contractor Accommodation

When looking for a house or apartment to rent, it can be difficult to find something that fits your needs. You need to keep in mind the size of the space, the price range, and much more to make sure you’re not wasting your time. With these tips, you’ll be able to choose the perfect place to stay.

When you are looking for a place to stay, you want to find an apartment or house that offers not only the best price, but also the best value for money. It is important that your accommodation fits your needs and preferences. For example, if you are just renting to lease it out for short periods of time then you may not want an entire floor of living space.

How to Get the Best Deal on Your Contractor Accommodations

When it comes to finding a hotel or motel for your trip, there are many options you can consider. Whether you are visiting the town for work or pleasure, booking now will save you time and money in the long run. Here are some ways to find the best deal on your contractor accommodations: Whether it’s for a week, a month, or several months, your contractor needs to be able to find accommodation when they are in Northampton. The best place to find the perfect rental property is through Airbnb.

You can search for accommodation in both the area and the type of property you are interested in. Once you have found something, book it. If you are in need of more time before your arrival, Airbnb has flexible payment options that let you pay without the need for a credit card or bank account.

Conclusions

Northampton is a small town so finding housing shouldn’t be too difficult for contractors. You might want to consider the law of supply and demand as you search. With so many contractors in the area, there are plenty of options for everyone. Northampton is a great place to find accommodation if you are finding yourself in search of a contractor. With lots of places to go, the city offers all possible options for accommodation, be it a private room or shared with other people. The only downside to Northampton is the weather – there’s rain throughout the whole year.

During those hopeful summer months, in between lockdowns 1 and two and when international travel seemed optimistic, Hannah Tan-Gillies hopped on a flight to Argentario Golf Resort & Spa, to see what makes this five-star golf resort so much more than a golf destination.

It seems only fair, that after months of lockdown that my first international jaunt would be to the truly impeccable Argentario Golf Resort & Spa. Located in between the Mediterranean Sea and Tuscany’s rolling hills, Argentario maximises the idyllic natural surroundings of Maremma, Tuscany.

While the resort is primarily known to golf enthusiasts, especially with its striking PGA 18-hole course, there is plenty of reason for non-golfers to venture to this side of Tuscany and experience everything that this resort has to offer.

The resort itself is a sight to behold. Designed by Andrea Foglli, the interiors instantly envelope you in an atmosphere of sleek yet tranquil oasis blending contemporary design with a distinctive retro feel. Outside, the hotel blends in with the natural landscapes of Maremma, surrounded by cork-oak woods and centuries-old olive trees.

A grand spiral staircase commands attention at the heart of the resort, whose eco-conscious design philosophy permeates every design detail. The enormous glass windows and ceilings maximise the pastoral views, which are in stark contrast to the tabarca-stone pavements, arched countertops and striking black structural elements. The hotels’ unique dragon-fly shaped silhouette means that every room offers panoramic views of the nearby lagoon and tranquil blue sea on the horizon.

The resort offers 73 generously-sized rooms and five luxury villas, which are perfectly suited for those looking for an extended stay. Each room features panoramic terraces and all the modern amenities that a luxury traveller requires.

The villas each offer individual interpretations of Tuscan country houses, imbued of course, with Fogli’s extravagant touches. Art lovers will notice the social table by Vincent Van Duysen or the Cappellini chairs and Pig Tables by Marcel Wanders, or even the Ron Gilads chandeliers at the bar.

Beyond golf, Argentario also offers an endless array of wellness and sports activities to make any visit, no matter how short or long, as enriching as possible. During my stay, I tried my hand at an outdoor workout, a run along the perfectly manicured golf course, yoga, and even olive-tree picking. Truly there was something for everybody.

For those looking for a more relaxing way to spend their days, the resort’s Espace Wellness Centre offers a wide range of treatments and massages, and offers a bio sauna, Turkish bath, and even one-on-one sessions with the resort’s in-house nutritionists.

Foodies also have plenty to chew on at Argentario, with the Club House Restaurant offering casual Italian favourites, impeccably made with only the freshest locally-sourced ingredients, and the gourmet Dama Dama restaurant serving some wonderfully creative gastronomic creations.

The menu at Dama Dama is bold and refreshingly contemporary, offering Tuscan and Italian specialties with Chef Emiliano Lombardelli’s inimitable flair. We highly recommend trying the Tasting Menu – which takes you on a colourful voyage of Tuscan flavours perfectly paired with local Italian wines from the resort’s vast wine cellar.

We also recommend trying a cocktail masterclass at the Aper Bar, named after local wild boars (Aper in Latin) which offers alchemic concoctions that will delight those who enjoy a little tipple.

While it may seem counter-intuitive to leave the hotel, the nearby towns of Porto Ercole and Orbitello offer plenty of quintessentially Italian sites to behold. These two towns reveal a non-touristic side of Tuscany that we haven’t seen before. The squares and restaurants are filled with locals, exuding a relaxed and unique community atmosphere that you don’t often see in Italy’s more popular tourist destinations.

If you are lucky, you should take a quick drive to the Convento della Presentazione al Tempio, where if you are lucky, you can get a blessing from the priest who will wish you a blessed and happy stay at Maremma. This is also the perfect spot to watch the sun set over the Silver Coast, a view that is not known to many other visitors in this magical place.

Despite all the ceaselessly fascinating things on offer at Argentario, what sets this place apart from the rest if the truly marvellous service and care of its staff. In the era of COVID, where smiles and genuine human connection are few and far in between, it is truly impressive to see the staff at Argentario go above and beyond to ensure that you enjoy your stay. That is a rarity in and of itself and in my opinion, truly what makes Argentario more than a golf destination.

Hannah stayed in a Junior Suite Club Travel Room starting at €650 per night for two people. For more information on Argentario Golf Resort & Spa’s latest offers and packages contact Tel: +39 0564 810292 booking@argentarioresort.it or visit argentarioresort.com

2022 is looking like an exciting year for the world of hotels and travel and we can’t wait to start ticking off our never ending travel bucket list. With so many new openings, we really are going to be spoiled for choice. Now we are introducing Hotel AMANO Covent Garden, a new boutique lifestyle hotel opening in spring 2022 that promises to bring the cool and vibrant energy of Berlin to the heart of London. We’ve just placed the new hotel right at the top of our ‘must visit’ list.

Located on Covent Garden’s Drury Lane, this new kid on the block is the first international destination from Berlin-based hotelier, The AMANO Group, which currently has eight hotels in Berlin, one in Munich, and one in Düsseldorf.

AMANO hotels offer sophisticated urban living in a central location at a fair price, and are carefully integrated into the cultural life of a city. Extrovert by nature and unafraid to be different, the hotels are renowned for their distinctive design and immersive drinks and dining experiences.

Formerly a 1980s office building known as Drury House, this 141-room property is the first of multiple AMANO hotels set to open in London. Hotel AMANO Covent Garden will offer a new destination for Londoners to socialise in, as well as visitors coming to the city. Here you’ll find a basement bar, restaurant, sky bar and rooftop terrace with impressive city views and DJs spinning music on weekends.

With a wealth of tourist hotspots on its doorstep, like the recently renovated Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Hotel AMANO Covent Garden will make a great base for solo and business travellers, couples, and families wanting to explore the capital. Guests can choose from three room categories (cosy, comfy and roomy) to suit a range of budgets.

Throughout the property expect dark moody tones and unique design features from London-based design studio, Woods Bagot, the lead architect and interior designer behind the new opening.

Co-founder of The AMANO Group, Ariel Schiff, says of the new venture, “As a Berlin-based company, opening our first international property in London was always a natural step for us. Like Berlin, London is a dynamic city known for its thriving nightlife and multicultural community. We felt the spirit of the AMANO brand would blend in well here. We’re excited to offer guests a unique hotel and leisure experience, bringing a taste of Berlin to London.”

www.amanogroup.de/en/

House of Coco have been lucky enough to experience many wonderful launches, places, and products. Most recently #TeamCoco were some of the first guests and UK press to experience a new resort in the Maldives: Cora Cora.

So, here is a whistle-stop summary of the new resort. Be sure to keep an eye out for the full feature in our next print issue to find out why your next booking should be Cora Cora.

Compared to our usual level of luxury, Cora Cora isn’t up there. Yet the resort offers a different type of luxury, freedom. After multiple lockdowns and what feels like a never-ending global pandemic, freedom is what we are all yearning for. So, the fact Cora Cora’s main concept is freedom, makes it the most luxurious place of all.

The resort is situated on Maamigili Island in Raa Atoll, a natural lagoon in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Cora Cora is the vibrant and colourful dose of escapism in a place full of blue skies and turqoise waters. The resort offers 100 villas ranging from beach villas to a family villa complete with pool and slide into the ocean.

Cora Cora has a premium all-inclusive concept meaning you can enjoy all the food you like. The package also includes a few complimentary resort experiences.

The food at Cora Cora is most definitely a highlight as Head Chef, Muath Abu Diab oversees the four restaurants. From Acquapazza, an Italian restaurant, who’s chef has only cooked pizza for 15 years. To Tazaa a restaurant that has a ‘curry master’ that specialises in 50 curries from Indian to Maldivian. The curated culinary team is set to make every dish unforgettable. They also cater for a range of dietary requirements; opt for vegan meals, refined sugar free treats, or tee-total drinks.

For a small island there is a lot to do at Cora Cora. Have a massage at the Moshka Spa, snorkel in the home coral reef just meters from the beach, have a fly board lesson or simply while away the hours by the pool.

The resort celebrates the culture and heritage of the Maldives with an on-site museum and heritage site. The island is home to two extremely rare ritual baths from the pre-Islamic times. Along with an array of artefacts from throughout the ages; a haven for history lovers.

If guests wish to venture off the island there are excursions ranging from jet-ski tours to other islands and sandbank picnics. There is also the option of a boat trip to Ghost Island, an island left abandoned by the 2004 tsunami.

In the evenings relax after dinner with a few drinks and live music or opt for a romantic evening with beach cabana dinner. There is even the option to watch a film of your choice with a private ‘cinema on the sand’.

However you choose to spend your time at Cora Cora, the team will ensure you enjoy your freedom time and leave feeling rejuvenated.

Get your posh paws on because The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel has partnered with pet care brand, Pet Pavilion, to launch the ultimate dog-friendly experience.

The Belmond property is rolling out the red carpet for posh pooches, who can now snooze on luxury pet beds and be whisked away in style by a doggy taxi service for professional grooming and pampering treatments at Pet Pavilion’s and enjoy a menu of nutritious doggy delights.

Located just a stone’s throw away on King’s Road, Pet Pavilion’s expert groomers provide a stress-free environment for pets to be pampered, with an amazing treatment menu that includes a classic bath, trim and blow dry to mani-pedis and dog facials. Four-legged will be picked up from The Cadogan by Pet Pavilion’s doggy taxi and chauffeured to their appointment, where they will be pampered in doggy spa rituals before being transferred back to the hotel. Guests can book the grooming services in advance or request them while on the property at the concierge, subject to availability.

The culinary team at The Cadogan hotel have developed a carefully curated menu of dog-friendly dishes to get all tails wagging and ensure that every breed and palate is catered for. Pampered pooches can even have their meals delivered to their rooms by a dedicated butler service – bone appétit!

Pet Pavilion products are also available in-room at The Cadogan, ensuring the finest experience for canine guests, including stainless steel feeding bowls and sumptuous bedding, perfect after a walk at the beautiful Cadogan Place Gardens. Gift boxes are also available, featuring delicious treats and toys to keep playful pups entertained.

Primely positioned midway between Chelsea and Knightsbridge, The Cadogan is an intimate home in the heart of the city. It boasts 54 individually designed rooms, captivating artwork and design details honour the hotel’s rich heritage.

There are two types of people when it comes to halloween, those who hate being scared and those that love it. If you fall in to the latter, then we’ve got just the thing for you…

This Halloween, for its annual Screamfest experience, The Kraken Rum is opening a horrifying hotel that promises its guests a terrible night’s sleep.

The least a guest would normally expect from a hotel is a comfortable room and the promise of a good night’s sleep in a relaxing bed. Unless they are staying at Kraken’s new ‘Dread & Breakfast’: the first hotel in the world that proudly boasts the guarantee of a terrible, disturbed night’s sleep for every guest.

The Kraken Dread & Breakfast is an immersive horror experience and the centrepiece of the rum brand’s annual ‘Screamfest’ extravaganza, now in its fifth year. And for fans of scares and horror, the sleepless promise of the Dread & Breakfast will have them wanting to check-in faster than they can say ‘Here’s Johnny’.

So, how will willing guests be kept from their slumber at this horrifying hotel? A crack team of actors, light and sound technicians, special effects whizzes and theatre pros will pull out all the stops, subjecting residents to crank phone calls, endless banging on their walls, blood-curdling screams outside their doors and even terrifying figures from beyond the grave entering their rooms unannounced just as guests think they’re dropping off.

The ‘D&B’ is located in an old, abandoned and exceptionally creepy building in London. The story goes that it is infested with the restless and malevolent souls of mariners that survived an ocean encounter with the Kraken itself. Living through a meeting with the elusive Beast, and staring into its darkest of souls, was a curse for these sailors, each of them becoming evil incarnate once they reached dry land. One-by-one they were carefully captured and sent to the building to be locked-up forever. Today, many years later, the fearless Kraken Hunter, whose sole mission is to track down the Beast, has heard tale of this location and its damned residents. They believe communion with these spectres will help them track down the Beast on the high seas, but that in itself may be a horror unlike any other.

Every guest that spends a night at the Dread & Breakfast will take on the role of the Kraken Hunter’s assistant and make it their aim to discover the Beast’s last known whereabouts – by willingly putting themselves through a heart-stopping evening of close encounters of the dead kind.

Being an unconventional hotel people cannot simply book a room at the D&B as they would a regular guesthouse. Only those fearless enough will be allowed to check-in for a night of sustained terror and sleeplessness.

To that end, each evening 140 people will be invited to visit the hotel, where they will first enjoy the calm before the spectral storm in the form of Kraken cocktails at the hotel bar and live music from the house band Thankful We Are Dead. Soon after, visitors will be given the chance to explore the hotel under the guidance of the Kraken Hunter’s crew, daring to navigate its most accursed corridors and revenant-filled rooms.

Those ghost-hunting visitors deemed to have what it takes to brave prolonged encounters with poltergeists will be invited to spend the night at the hotel – so all visitors are advised to bring along an overnight bag, should they be selected.

Here is a link to view the teaser video:

The Dread and Breakfast hotel is located at 10 Lancaster Gate and will be open for for three sleepless nights from Thursday 28th October to Saturday 30th October. All those bidding for an overnight stay can enter from 7pm until 11pm. Each ticket to visit the hotel will cost £10 and includes one free Kraken cocktail. Chosen residents will go to their rooms at 11pm and will check-out with their bags (both for clothes and under their eyes) and frayed nerves at 9am the following morning.

Anyone that thinks they are fearless enough to manage a trip to the Dread & Breakfast can book tickets here: https://www.universe.com/events/6NJDP9

Here at House of Coco, there is never a shortage of amazing hotels to tick off the bucket list. For our return to travel, we chose one of the most spectacular hotels in the world, Hotel Heureka, right in the heart of Venice’s oldest districts to escape the crowds.

Situated in the centre of traditional Venice, in the Sestiere of Cannaregio, Hotel Heureka combines the comfort of a boutique hotel, the intimate atmosphere of a private home and the mystique of a 16th century Venetian palazzo. With just 10 exquisite rooms each with their own distinct personality, visitors feel as though they are guests of a great Venetian family – ideal for a grand return to Europe. Reopened in 2017 after a major renovation, as you wander the exquisite halls you can almost make out the chatter and music of a party that would have taken place in Venice’s heyday, hundreds of years ago, mask in hand.

The interior layout of the hotel’s palazzo is organised around a ‘portego’ – a typical Venetian passage – leading into the atrium, the main lobby area, and the private garden beyond. We wandered over to the bar every evening and enjoyed a different cocktails, from the classics to the hotel’s signature serves in the cool air of the outside terrace. We chose to relax and unwind in this tranquil haven rather than on St. Mark’s Square and other touristy hot spots. The open-air, spacious feel continues on the other levels of the hotel, with a Piano Nobile on the first and second floors surrounded by bold patterns and artfully placed fabrics designed by Lacroix and Rubelli.

After a day exploring all that Venice has to offer we settled in for one of the best night’s sleep of our lives in one of the chic and decadent suites, each like their own art gallery. The design-led hotel is located on the gentle waters of the Madonna dell-Orto canal and lulls you into a deep sleep amongst plush pillows each night. Breakfast was served surrounded by fine artworks in the drawing-room and on one of the days we enjoyed our first cup of tea beneath the leafy trees of the private garden. Mouth-watering pastries were followed by steaming coffee, juices and delicious cheese and fruit.

There is plenty to explore directly from the hotel. Close to the ornate front door you can venture into the oldest Jewish Ghetto in the world, the bridges over the cerulean Grand Canal, museums, hole-in-the-wall bars far from the tourist trail, lively cafes, art galleries and world-class restaurants. With no cruise ships in the city currently, there has never been a better time to visit and enjoy the slow-paced anticipation of the city as 2021 draws to a close and 2022 is ready to welcome visitors with open arms.

Where to eat

Osteria Alla Staffa on Calle Ospedaletto is arguably one of the best traditional restaurants in Venice. Small, cosy and delicious. We chowed down on plate upon plate of Venetian-style pasta and as the waiters reminded us, this is not the place you come for pizza, much to the puzzlement of many American tourists. The restaurant offers mid-range pricing and offers a cracking local wine list, poured by a very knowledgeable team.

Where to drink

Down one of the most beautiful canals in the city lies Vino Vero owned by husband and wife Matteo and Mara. Vino Vero opened in 2014 and was the first wine bar in Venice solely dedicated to natural wine. You can guzzle wines by the glass and sample artisanal Cicchetti whilst watching the water taxis speed past on the way to the lagoon and eavesdrop on local conversation and gossip.

With the world finally opening up and the UK lifting significant restrictions in October 2021, Hotel Heureka has stood the test of time in a city that has constantly reinvented itself, welcoming each visitor like the guest of honour. The juxtaposition of the old and new in both the city and the hotel gave us hope that things have to change slightly before getting better. If you are looking for somewhere to seek solace after months of uneasiness, you’ve found it!

Hotel Heureka prices are €230 for a Deluxe Room, €460 for a Junior Suite and €1,200 for the Heureka Suite. Prices are per room and include breakfast à la carte, service and VAT.

To book, visit: www.hotel-heureka.com.

Isla, The Standard’s effortlessly cool, lounge/terrace is back and with a bang. #TeamCoco babe Hannah Tan-Gillies checked out the refreshed seasonal menu, which was a celebration of Britain’s Island geography.

The Standard’s distinctively retro aesthetic is on full show at Isla, which now boasts a refreshed garden terrace. Inside, the space is characterised by shaggy fur walls, sleek artwork, and plenty of foliage – all in an inviting yet bold colour palette that isn’t afraid to take a few design risks.

Dark leather sofas and an eclectic library of books and records are dotted throughout the space a, which is centred around a cosy fireplace, a relaxed yet vibrant aesthetic that extends to the dining area. Outside, a mid-century modern outdoor fireplace and retractable awning adds warmth to the cool and contemporary new garden terrace, ideal for dining al fresco even in the autumn months.

Start off with some cocktails. We especially enjoyed the Fino Sour, which was a zesty combination of Barsol pisco, quebranta, orange marmalade, fino sherry and kaffir lime leaves. The Thyme Colins, combines Tanqueray with lemon thyme, elderflower, and aromatic tonic water, while the Pink Rock combines Tanqueray with Mastiha liqueur, pink grapefruit, mint, tonic water, and pink peppercorn. Two vastly different expressions of everyone’s favourite gin cocktail. The masterfully crafted cocktails exuded the same panache as the refreshed menu – confidently combining unexpected notes and flavours in a way that only Isla can achieve.

The revamped menu draws on plenty of international inspiration and is focused on flavourful yet seasonal dishes. The small plates pack a wonderful flavour punch – while the larger plates offer a hearty yet explorative mix of land and sea.

We sampled a selection of snacks and small plates, but the standouts were undoubtedly the Padron peppers, and wonderfully flavourful Iberico Jamon shoulder. The Scallop XO was perfectly cooked and seasoned, while the Oyster with Cider and Dill added a refreshing zing to a timeless classic.

For the large plates, we tried the delicious and hearty Chicken supreme with chicken sauce, which was a simple yet perfectly executed dish, followed by the Ikejime trout with salsa verde that was deliciously fresh – and highlighted Isla’s Island inspirations. The pink Fir potatoes with nori and aioli served as the perfect complement to the large plates, serving as a hearty side without overpowering the flavours of the large plats too.

For desserts, don’t leave without trying the poached pineapple with bread ice cream, which was yet another excellent example of Isla’s bravery when it comes to trying out experimental new flavour combinations to stunning effect. So, believe us when we say that whether you’re looking for a place to enjoy a few midweek cocktails, dine or simply lounge and spend an evening, there is no better place than Isla across the British Isles.

For more information, visit www.standardhotels.com

On 29 September, amidst the idyllic riverside location of The Swan on Streatley-on-Thames, everyone’s favourite contemporary British restaurant, Coppa Club is hosting an intimate evening with Journalist/author Rosie Green and jean queen Donna Ida.

In the intimate event, called ‘In Conversation With’, Rosie and Donna will discuss how brands are created and talk about all the challenges and, pitfalls and pleasures of running a business. The first event in the series, the intimate and interactive setting will offer helpful advice for any aspiring entrepreneurs.

Award-winning journalist and author Rosie Green writes for The Times, The Telegraph and Red, and is a weekly columnist for The Mail On Sunday and This Morning’s relationship expert; while Donna Ida Thornton launched her own denim brand in 2012 and has been coined as ‘jeans genius’.

Outside of all the amazing insight you’ll glean at this fascinating event, it will also be complemented by a delicious three-course menu courtesy of Coppa Club, along with some bubbles by Piper Heidsieck.

In Conversation with Rosie Green and Donna Ida is at The Swan at Streatley: 29th September, 7pm. More details are available via the link below and it is available to book here.

For more information visit www.theswanatstreatley.com/whats-on/

We’ve been sharing the love for York at House of Coco recently; it’s one of our favourite UK locations and it’s easy to see why. With its quaint cobbled streets, delicious grub and fantastic shopping if you’re a fan of vintage jewellery (and who isn’t…) it’s a gorgeous getaway.

For a five star stay in the city, head to The Grand. Built in 1906, the hotel is steeped in heritage, with sweeping stone staircases, original wood panelling, parquet flooring and acres of marble. The original wing houses rooms for imposting Edwardian design, with high ceilings, huge windows and quirky architectural details. A new wing, opened in 2018, features spacious rooms and suites alongside The Grand’s Cookery School, a state of the art space offering courses for novice cooks to aspiring chefs under the expert guidance of chef tutors.

We checked in to an Executive Room, abundantly spacious with floor to ceiling windows and a huge desk, perfect for the working traveller. Every room features a king size bed, Egyptian linens and a bathroom complete with marble topped bath, walk in shower and Molton Brown toiletries. We loved the little touches left to welcome guests; a tin of chocolate buttons, a walking map of York, and a ‘hygiene kit’ left on the pillow with face mask and hand sanitiser were welcome additions that made us feel at home.

Downstairs guests will find The Grand’s elegant bar, The 1906, an intimate space that feels like a cosy train carriage with an extensive cocktail menu, an unrivalled collection of spirits and whiskeys and some of Yorkshire’s finest ales. Drop in for an aperitif before heading across the hall to The Rise, the hotel’s restaurant and terrace offering modern British cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. With interiors inspired by York’s local heritage, it’s a beautiful space and while we can’t vouch for dinner, the afternoon tea was exceptional. Pillowy soft sandwiches, fresh warm scones and an array of indulgent cakes and sweets, it’s definitely one to book.

Downstairs guests will find the spa with pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room along with a state of the art gym and a menu of treatments. The Grand has also introduced a range of indulgent short break packages, from the Alfresco Unbind with its Picnic in the Park hamper to the Gourmet getaway and the Spa & Stay package or a break encompassing a turn at The Grand’s cookery school, there’s something for everyone.

With such a comfortable and spacious room, delicious food and drink options and its location mere minutes from the station and the city centre, The Grand might just be one of our favourite York visits yet.

From £169 Room Only or £209 Bed and Breakfast (based on two sharing).

www.thegrandyork.co.uk