There’s something very satisfying about easing into a steaming hot tub in the full knowledge that after your muscles have been relaxed and you have finished your cold glass of champagne, you will soon be eating a delicious 4-course meal and heading off to a plush bed. The following Yorkshire hotels with hot tubs have all of this on offer.
The hot tubs that go with every hotel are, for many people, a holiday essential. Whether it be a small, private indoor cedar clad affair, or a more accommodating eight seater outside, there is no doubt that hot tubs have magic qualities in their ability to relax, soothe and revive after a strenuous few hours travelling.
The Hotel Guru has put together an ultimate guide to UK hotels with Hot tubs – outdoor ones overlooking rustic landscapes, indoor private ones perfect for two, and spectacular hydrotherapy hot tubs perfect after a long massage in the hotel’s spa.
But here we're only looking for the best Yorkshire hotels with hot tubs, idyllic destinations for anyone looking to kick back and relax at the same time as being on the doorstep of a regionrich with culture, history, wild beauty, rugged charm and great restaurants.
First on our list of Yorkshire hotels with hot tubs, is Middlethorpe Hall & Spa, a 17th Century mansion owned by the National Trust, on the outskirts of York. Not only is its location ideal – 2 miles from the city centre – it has an award-winning restaurant (2AA Rosettes) – and a well-equipped spa, with a large swimming pool, sauna, steam room, massage treatments and, of course, a cosy hot tub. This hotel is perfect for the mercurial amongst you. One day you can choose to stay at the hotel and be pampered, the next you can pop into York to be awed by the Minster, see a performance at the Grand Opera House or have a lazy afternoon tea at the famous Betty’s Tearoom.
York’s The Grand Hotel is well named. It was once the headquarters of the railway company and is now offer five star service to 207 rooms and suites. Rooms are big, and well suited to modern travellers, and there’s a choice of restaurants and an excellent spa, which is in the vaults of the building.
Our selection of Yorkshire hotels with hot tubs wouldn’t be complete without a luxurious inn. Our favourite village hotel with a hot tub is The Feversham Arms in Helmsley. The recently remodelled old stone property has thirty three rooms, all chic, modern and laid back, plus a well-regarded restaurant. A great range of activities complete the picture, including tennis (there is an on-site court), fabulous heated outdoor courtyard swimming pool, walks nearby to Castle Howard and Helmsley Castle and Gardens, and relaxation in the ‘5 bubble rated’ spa (The Good Spa Guide). Don’t forget the pièce de résistance – a magnificent outdoor wooden hot tub, located in the spa garden, with a view stretching all the way to Helmsley Castle.
For a country house hotel in Yorkshire with a hot tub try The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa. When it comes to country hotels, Yorkshire does them so effortlessly – and this hotel is no exception. This former coaching inn to Duke of Devonshire's Bolton Abbey estate boasts a polished and sophisticated interior. However, there is no pretention whatsoever and the hotel exhibits a bright palette of colours, with all the rooms furnished cheerfully and comfortably. The food is delicious too – Michelin starred Burlington Restaurant more than lives up to expectations, and for a more informal evening head to the Brasserie. Prepare to be pampered at the spa – various treatments are available as well as an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. For a revitalizing stay, head to this little hotel with loads of character.
If a country house hotel in Yorkshire with sophisticated grandeur and elegance is your thing, look no further than the Swinton Park Hotel in Masham. The backdrop of 200 rolling acres offsets the country hotel’s attention to detail and sophisticated cuisine perfectly. The hotel manages to remain unpretentious and cosy, with loads of activities for children (think archery, trekking, cycling and croquet) and a cosy country cooking school run in the restored Georgian Stables. To complete the full castle experience, indulge yourself in the spa, with massage, a sauna, a steam room, and of course, a hot tub.
Ashmount Country House is a five star hotel perfectly positioned in Bronte country. There are just 12 elegant bedrooms with four-poster beds, chandeliers, fireplaces, and three with private terraces and hot tubs. There’s also a hot tub and sauna to share and about an acres of pretty garden. There’s a superb, locally-sourced restaurant and you’re close to the cobbled centre of Haworth.
Teardrop Cottage is an historic property built into the underside of the viaduct in the spa town of Knaresborough. Now a four bedroom B&B filled with charming quirks and a friendly host, the hot tubs is on a terrace, with views of the viaduct. And this is a spa town. Rooms start from around £85 per night.
Helmsley (North Yorkshire)
Tucked away near the centre of one of the North York Moors’ most attractive market towns, this coaching-inn-turned-hotel offers all the ingredients for a country break: newspapers and fire in the lounge, sun-trap terrace and pool, small spa, country-chic bedrooms and handsome bistro food.
Yorkshire (North Yorkshire)
Striking, castle-like stately-home set in sweeping parkland and offering plenty of on-site activities from fishing and golf to a cookery school and sleek spa. Vast rooms, beautiful views and a choice of two restaurants.
Skipton (North Yorkshire)
The former Coaching Inn on the Duke of Devonshire's Bolton Abbey estate is now a romantic hideaway spa hotel. Classic rooms exude comfort and style. 3 AA Rosette fine dining, a brasserie, indoor pool and stunning parkland setting makes this a popular place for families, wedding parties and romance.
York
The perfect choice if you want to explore York but from the comfort of a country-house hotel. Classic looks combine with handsomely furnished rooms and a well-regarded restaurant, all wrapped up in acres of parkland - and the city just 10 minutes away.
Yorkshire (Haworth)
A luxurious B&B set in pretty Bronte Country. Elegant bedrooms have big four-poster beds, chandeliers, fireplaces, and some offer private terraces with hot tubs. Enjoy the sauna, hot tub, and large garden. Superb locally-sourced dining in the restaurant. Romantic and historic with excellent staff.
York
A well-named hotel in a historic, former railway-company HQ. Expect five-star levels of service, a spa and a fine AA Rosette restaurant offering modern British cuisine. Bedrooms and suites are vast, comfortable and designed for the modern traveller. A spoiling stay to discover York from.
Harrogate
A historic property turned B&B, situated on the River Nidd and below the towering viaduct in the spa town of Knaresborough. Filled with charming quirks throughout, the property's character has not been lost in the renovation. Manned by a delightful host who is always willing to give local tips.
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