If you want to treat yourself to a high-end, luxury-focused holiday experience, then there are plenty of appealing locations to choose from in the North. Let’s take a look at some of the options, and why they might stand apart.
The Lake District
This incredible national park offers a stunning blend of beauty and high-end hospitality. By the lakes, you’ll find a variety of excellent hotels, complete with local Michelin-level restaurants, and wellness-focused resorts, too. A good Lake District spa hotel can make it easy to unwind, and it will often make a good staging ground for forays into the wider region.
Yorkshire
Few parts of the UK are quite so steeped in history as Yorkshire. There are a number of gorgeous stately homes and country house to visit, as well as spa towns like Harrogate. Pay a visit to the Turkish baths, which have been restored in the Moorish style, and you’ll get something that’s a little different from the more recognisably British buildings elsewhere in the county.
Northumberland & the North East coast
Remote coastal regions are often a great match for luxury spa resorts, which seek to offer an escape from the pressures and stresses of life inland. The luxury destinations in Northumberland, and elsewhere in the North East, tend to be a little quieter and less crowded, which makes them a better match for those seeking a little respite. There are a number of excellent seaside towns in the region, most notably Bamburgh, which has been named the best seaside destination year after year.
Northern cities: Contemporary luxury in Manchester, Leeds & beyond
If only the utmost in luxury will do, then heading into a major city might be the best available option. In Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester, you might find a selection of impressive hotels, as well as high-end shopping opportunities and fine dining that, for the most part, can’t be matched by more remote destinations.
On top of all of this comes the convenience of a well-connected city. You’ll be able to step out of the train station and proceed directly to your hotel, without worrying about where you’re going to park the car, or how you’re going to navigate the various winding country roads along the way.
If you want to get the most from your northern city break, you’ll want to resist the temptation to overcrowd your itinerary. When you have time available to stop and draw breath, you’ll be able to enjoy your break much more.
