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Guest house in Porthcawl · 1313.27 km from centre
8.3
374 reviews
Set 500 metres from Sandy Bay Beach, 32 km from Grand Theatre and 46 km from Cardiff University, Villa Guest House offers accommodation located in Porthcawl. The property is situated 47 km from Cardiff Castle, 47 km from Principality Stadium and 48 km from St David's Hall. The guest house features family rooms.
At the guest house, all units are fitted with a wardrobe. The units come with a kettle, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and some have sea views. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.
Cardiff Airport is 35 km away.

Guesthouse in Colwyn Bay · 1250.89 km from centre
9.6
192 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Bryn Coed Guest House in Colwyn Bay, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Conwy Castle. This guest house is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Llandudno North Shore Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from St. Paul's Church.

Hotel in Dover · 1008.17 km from centre
7.4
6 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Dover East in Dover, you'll be a 4-minute drive from Dover Castle and 6 minutes from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Dover Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Hotel in Llangollen · 1223.73 km from centre
8.2
356 reviews
Breakfast available
When you a stay at The Hand Hotel Llangollen by Compass Hospitality in Llangollen, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Llangollen Bridge and Llangollen Town Hall. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Llangollen Library and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Llangollen Museum.

Inn in Dunstable · 1090.39 km from centre
7.0
674 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Highwayman Hotel By Greene King Inns, you'll be centrally located in Dunstable, within a 10-minute drive of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Chiltern Hills. This inn is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from TeamSport Dunstable.

Hotel in Hemel Hempstead · 1096.86 km from centre
7.2
380 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Watermill Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western in Hemel Hempstead, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 10-minute drive of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Rex Cinema. This hotel is 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Delta Force Paintball Hemel Hempstead.

Inn in Chichester · 1154.17 km from centre
9.2
135 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Royal Oak in Chichester, you'll be a 2-minute drive from Goodwood Motor Circuit and 7 minutes from South Downs National Park. This luxury inn is 11.8 mi (19 km) from West Wittering Beach and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Goodwood.

Apartment in Huntingdon · 1041.07 km from centre
9.0
747 reviews
With a stay at Falcons Nest in Huntingdon, you'll be steps from Raptor Foundation and a 3-minute drive from Pidley Park. This apartment is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from University of Cambridge and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Community Information Centre.

Hotel in Harlington, Hayes · 1103.03 km from centre
7.6
1,586 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Best Western Heathrow Ariel T2, 3, 4 in Hayes (Heathrow Villages), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Windsor Castle and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This hotel is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Wembley Stadium and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Kensington High Street.

Hotel in Eccles, Manchester · 1155.62 km from centre
8.0
1,312 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Manchester, Ox Hotel Manchester is a 5-minute drive from Salford Quays and 6 minutes from Deansgate. This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Trafford Centre and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Old Trafford.

Bed & breakfast in Chipping Norton · 1154.60 km from centre
7.8
426 reviews
Located in Chipping Norton, The Kings Arms Chipping Norton is a 3-minute drive from Fairytale Farm and 6 minutes from Rollright Stones. This bed & breakfast is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Hook Norton Brewery and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Cotswolds Distillery.

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea · 988.20 km from centre
7.4
219 reviews
When you stay at Langtry Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea, you'll be in a shopping district, just steps from Clacton-on-Sea Beach and Clacton Pier. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from West Cliff Theatre and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Princes Theatre.

Hotel in Llandrindod Wells · 1261.61 km from centre
7.2
211 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Hampton in Llandrindod Wells, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Royal Welsh Showground and Radnorshire Museum. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from National Cycle Collection and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Rock Park.

Hotel in Harrogate · 1092.79 km from centre
8.0
1,001 reviews
Breakfast available
A stay at Cairn Hotel places you in the heart of Harrogate, within a 5-minute walk of Royal Hall and Turkish Baths and Health Spa. This hotel is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mercer Art Gallery.

Hotel in Liverpool · 1191.07 km from centre
8.4
1,059 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Knowsley Inn & Lounge in Liverpool (Knowsley), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Anfield Stadium and Knowsley Safari Park. This hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Royal Albert Dock and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Liverpool ONE.

Hotel in Banbury · 1136.66 km from centre
6.0
283 reviews
Situated in the historic market town of Banbury, The Lismore Hotel is an impressive Victorian building with a restaurant, and free parking.
All rooms have an en suite bathroom as well as tea, coffee, and hot chocolate. Wi-Fi is free in the bedrooms.
Dinner can be served in the room free of charge or in the dining room. A cooked breakfast is available daily for a extra fee.
The Lismore is just 5 minutes from the M40 and Oxford is just 25 miles away. There is a lot to see in Banbury, including the Banbury Cross.

Hotel in Epsom · 1099.81 km from centre
9.0
1,000 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Holiday Inn Express London-Epsom Downs by IHG in Epsom, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Surrey Hills and Chessington World of Adventures. This hotel is 8.7 mi (14 km) from River Thames and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Hampton Court Palace.

Hotel in Scarborough · 1013.64 km from centre
10.0
2 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Scarborough (Scarborough City Centre), Premier Inn Scarborough - South Bay is within a 15-minute walk of Scarborough Spa and North Bay Beach. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Scarborough Open Air Theatre and 4 mi (6.4 km) from North York Moors National Park.

Hotel in Cleethorpes · 1003.05 km from centre
9.4
10 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Wellow Hotel in Cleethorpes, you'll be just steps from Cleethorpes Boating Lake and Parkway Cinema, Cleethorpes. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cleethorpes Beach and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cleethorpes Leisure Centre.

Hotel in Great Yarmouth · 918.18 km from centre
7.2
7 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Royal Hotel in Great Yarmouth, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Norfolk Broads and Sea Life Great Yarmouth. This beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Great Yarmouth Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Time and Tide Museum.
There’s a lot to be said for staying in and watching telly, but drinking mulled wine in a brand-new country is definitely better. A quick European city break is the absolute best cure for the seasonal blues. You could be wrapping up warm and eating your body weight in pastries on a Paris weekend, or scoping out the best beer halls in Berlin. If you’re feeling festive, Prague and Vienna go absolutely massive on the Christmas markets. If you’re looking to ring in New Year's Eve somewhere different, Amsterdam puts on a ridiculous fireworks display. Plus, booking your winter break late actually works in your favour. Less planning, more packing, and proper savings.
Who made the rule that you can only get a tan in July? Bin off the thermals and grab your sunglasses, because catching some last minute winter sun is a top-tier life move. For a short-haul blast of vitamin D, the Canary Islands are basically cheating the seasons. Places like Tenerife and Lanzarote sit comfortably in the twenties all winter long, making them dead easy winter holiday destinations when you just need to thaw out.
Want to go further afield? Long-haul spots are where things get seriously toasty. Dubai hits the high twenties with zero chance of drizzle, while Cancun and the Maldives are practically showing off with their weather.
You don't always need a passport to escape the daily grind. Sometimes the best winter trips are right on your doorstep. If you fancy a proper city stomp, London is glowing this time of year with festive lights, ice rinks, and enough cosy pubs to lose a whole weekend in. Up north, Edinburgh completely takes over the winter game. It's brilliant if you’re heading up for Hogmanay or just want to wander around the Royal Mile feeling like you're in a movie. But if your idea of a perfect trip involves zero crowds, a chunky knit jumper, and an open fire, a rural retreat is the way to go. Hide away in the Lake District or the Cotswolds, where you can spend your days doing brisk countryside walks before rewarding yourself with a massive roast dinner. Find a cheeky hotel deal, pack your thickest socks, and you're sorted.
December doesn't have to drain your bank account just because you want to be warm. If you're after serious value and decent temperatures, Egypt is a massive winner. Resorts in Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada give you brilliant Red Sea beaches and temperatures hovering around 23°C, all for a fraction of what you'd pay elsewhere. Closer to home, Benidorm and the Costa del Sol in Spain might not be boiling, but they are incredibly cheap, usually sunny, and miles better than freezing back in the UK.
January is officially the gloomiest month, so escaping it is just good sense. For guaranteed t-shirt weather, you need to look slightly further afield. Cape Town in South Africa is right in the middle of its summer, serving up 26°C heat, brilliant beaches, and top-tier wine. If you want a shorter flight, the Cape Verde islands are a brilliant shout. Sitting off the coast of Africa, places like Sal and Boa Vista offer totally uninterrupted sunshine and temperatures in the mid-twenties. It’s exactly what you need when everyone else is scraping ice off their cars.
By February, we are all completely sick of the cold. Fortunately, places like Thailand are sitting pretty at a glorious 32°C. Heading to Phuket or Bangkok gives you proper heat, amazing food, and beaches that actually look like the photos. If you want a shorter flight time but still crave the warmth, Morocco is a fantastic choice. Marrakech easily hits 20°C in the afternoon. It’s perfect for exploring the souks without sweating through your shirt, before retreating to a riad for fresh mint tea.
Europe isn't exactly tropical in the winter, but there are definitely pockets of warmth if you know where to look. The Canary Islands are the undisputed champions here. Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura will give you enough sun to actually use the hotel pool. If you prefer the mainland, Andalucía in southern Spain is brilliant. Cities like Seville and Malaga often see bright blue skies and mild temperatures right through the winter. They're ideal for exploring without the massive summer crowds.
If you're happy to embrace the cold rather than run from it, Europe has some absolute belters. Budapest is top of the list. You can spend the day freezing outside, then jump straight into the steaming thermal baths before hitting the ruin bars. Reykjavik is another massive hitter. It’s freezing, yes, but you get the chance to see the Northern Lights and soak in the Blue Lagoon. If you want something a bit more classic, Rome is brilliant in the winter. You get all the pasta, all the sights, and absolutely none of the ridiculous summer queues.