Best Bed and Breakfasts in Britain

Posted by Mike Gerrard Jun 7, 2008

What's the best bed and breakfast in Britain? Impossible to say. But each year Britain's AA announces the winners of its B&B Awards and highlights some of the people giving outstanding service in guest accommodation in the UK.

The winners this year are:

London B&B of the Year

San Domenico House, Chelsea

Although the 16-room San Domenico started as a luxury B&B, these days's it's more like a boutique hotel in Chelsea, so not quite the average British b&b, and prices start at £230 per night. It's a 3-minute walk from Sloane Square tube station and 45 minutes by taxi from Heathrow, and obviously a superior stop if you want a quality London boutique hotel.

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Funkiest B&B

The Enchanted Manor, Isle of Wight

Landscaped woodlands, outdoor sculptures, indoor artworks, four-poster beds and slipper baths are all part of the experience at this magical boutique retreat on the Isle of Wight.

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Friendliest Landlady of the Year

Margaret Frost, Diggins Farm, Chipping Ongar, Essex

Margaret has been welcoming guests to her 16th-ccentury farmhouse for 8 years, and provides extra treats like homemade cakes, complimentary taxis to Stansted airport, and even surprise gifts to guests who stay a few days.

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AA Guest Accommodation of the Year: England

The Stables Lodge, Lamesley, Newcastle

Indulgent luxury in a 'Hunting Lodge' theme in a semi-rural retreat but close to one of England's liveliest cities, Newcastle.

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AA Guest Accommodation of the Year: Scotland

Fauhope House, Melrose

Luxury 5-star standards in the Scottish Borders in an 1897 house that still manages to feel like home.

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AA Guest Accommodation of the Year: Wales

Tan-y-Foel Country House, Betws-y-Coed

Just 6 bedrooms, all with views over Snowdonia, with country house luxury but an informal feel have won Tan-y-Foel several awards.

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