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The 12 Best UK & Irish Hotels & Stays With Swimming Pools
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Whoever said Britain was too cold for a dip? These are the best UK and Irish hotels (and private houses) with swimming pools you’ll want to visit this summer.
The Best UK Hotels (And Private Houses) With Swimming Pools
The Tawney Hotel
Where? Consall, Staffordshire.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Outdoor.
Tell us about it: Surrounded by striking Staffordshire countryside, a stay at The Tawney is a retreat to nature. Opt for a waterside stay in its romantic and secluded boathouses aside the lake, and seek total in its outdoor swimming pool, which has sensational views of the whole valley. thetawny.co.uk
Grantley Hall
Where? Ripon, Yorkshire.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Both.
Tell us about it: This grand Yorkshire house is set in glorious English countryside – but its indoor swimming pool is set in a sort of Grecian opulence, all columns and sandstone. If you’re feeling especially adventurous, brave the brisk northern air for the 18m outdoor pool (don’t worry, it’s heated). grantleyhall.co.uk
Una St Ives
Where? St Ives, Cornwall.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Outdoor (and heated).
Tell us about it: Una’s exceptional architect-designed villas and lodges host perfect views of idyllic Cornish countryside. It’s recently opened the Una Lido, a heated outdoor swimming pool, which comes complete with poolside bar and which will host a buzzing series of summer events. unastives.co.uk
The Nici
Where? Bournemouth, Dorset.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Both (plus heated and hydrotherapy).
Tell us about it: Having undergone a major recent refurbishment, The Nici is now all about colour. The resort’s outdoor swimming pool sees trendy striped sun umbrellas ranking the pool and its loungers, while the indoor swim offerings include both heated and hydrotherapy pools for a stay with some splash. thenici.com
The Merrion
Where? Dublin, Ireland.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Indoor.
Tell us about it: At the heart of this hotel is its spectacular swimming pool. A whopping 18m infinity pool set in French limestone, and bookended by a tiled trompe l’oeil (depicting a neo-classical landscape), it’s a tranquil space to relax. Plus, a swim here can be followed by a visit to the two Michelin-starred restaurant. merrionhotel.com
The Blakeney Hotel
Where? Holt, Norfolk.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Indoor.
Tell us about it: This quayside hotel has a brilliant panorama of the Norfolk coast, and if you’re so inspired by the view of water that you simply want in, its pool is a fresh (and less salty) option. The stylish indoor swimming pool sits plum alongside the hotel’s Jacuzzi. Both are heated. blakeney-hotel.co.uk
Lowen at Trevear Farm
Where? St Issey, Wadebridge, Padstow.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Outdoor (and heated).
Tell us about it: Guests of this fabulous three-bedroom cottage have exclusive access to its outdoor (and heated) swimming pool. The space also has a full outdoor dining suite and BBQ, so it’s the ideal sunny weather stay. trevearfarm.co.uk
Ockenden Manor
Where? Haywards Heath, West Sussex.
Outdoor or indoor pool? In-and-outdoor (and heated).
Tell us about it: Step onto the sublime (and vast) grounds of this Elizabethan manor house and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time or onto the set of Wolf Hall. Not so with the spa or pool, though, as these are state-of-the-art. The in-and-outdoor heated swimming pool means you’re able to swim year-round on your stay. hshotels.co.uk
Careys Manor
Where? Brockenhurst, New Forest.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Hydrotherapy indoor pool.
Tell us about it: A classic English escape, Careys Manor is bordered by dreamy sloping trees and covered in twisting moss and vines – dreamier still, though, is its spa. The hydrotherapy pool is misty with its bubble jets and long, thin taps, and you can perch up with a book on its underwater benches. Magical. careysmanor.com
The Nare
Where? Truro, Cornwall.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Indoor, outdoor and spa-pool.
Tell us about it: Panoramic views of the coast (plus sandy, sun-soaked beaches), The Nare is the ideal escape in Cornwall for the aqua-obsessed and sociable swimmers. In addition to easy beach access, the hotel can brag about its three pools – indoor, outdoor and its hydrotherapy spa-pool. narehotel.co.uk
Talbooth House & Spa
Where? Colchester, Essex.
Outdoor or indoor pool? In-and-outdoor.
Tell us about it: Boasting an indoor-outdoor spa and its large, crystal-clear pool, Talbooth House & Spa is a tranquil escape for R&R seekers. And with only 12 rooms in the whole hotel, you’ll have fuss-free pool access. milsomhotels.com
Cornwell Manor
Where? Chipping Norton, Cotswolds.
Outdoor or indoor pool? Outdoor (and heated).
Tell us about it: This originally Jacobean manor house hosts up to 24 guests of your choice. Make it a pool party in the heated swimming pool, which boasts its own poolhouse that comes well-equipped with a stylish sauna and a bar. cornwellmanor.com
