KENTSTAYCATION
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
48 Hours in ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS CONT .
DINNER Offering a relaxed form of fine dining free from pretension , feel reassured that you will be able to relish the creative menu of Thackeray ’ s ( www . thackeraysrestaurant . co . uk ) in comfortable style against a vivaciously furnished , smart backdrop . Sip a glass of wine in the glowing lamplight as you choose one of the carefully crafted modern French dishes to enjoy ; whether it be the tantalising roast monkfish tail or the Penshurst lamb you will not be disappointed when dining at this ‘ Tunbridge Wells institution ’. Finish with the famous Kentish raspberry souffle and feel satisfied that you have revelled in one the best experiences that Kent dining has to offer .
Where to Stay
Save - Royal Wells Hotel ( www . royalwells . co . uk ) from £ 70 per night . Boasting spectacular views from its hilltop location on Mount Ephraim , the Royal Wells Hotel is also only a short walk away from the bustling centre of town . With enthralling period features that embody the building ’ s Victorian elegance , guests can relax in en-suite , stylishly decorated bedrooms complete with traditional roll-top and copper baths in selected rooms . With Tunbridge Wells railway station only a 12-minute walk away , guests can arrive straight from London in just under an hour .
Spend - Hotel Du Vin ( www . hotelduvin . com / locations / tunbridge-wells ) from £ 92 per night . Set in one of the town ’ s great architectural landmarks , a Grade II listed sandstone mansion built in the Georgian heyday of 1762 , the authentic detail of this building has been painstakingly retained and combined with a unique modern touch of luxury as well as authentic antiques and memorabilia . With 34 timelessly styled bedrooms , each featuring luxurious handsprung mattresses , Egyptian linen , deep baths and powerful drench showers , guests will feel truly pampered at this boutique escape . Enjoy a game of boules on the lawn with wonderful views across Calverley Park or wander through the hotel ’ s very own vineyard .
Splurge - The Spa Hotel ( www . spahotel . co . uk ) from £ 99 per night . Situated in 14 acres of glorious gardens and grounds , The Spa Hotel , set in an 18th century mansion , offers 70 beautifully appointed bedrooms as well as extensive health club facilities , indoor swimming pool , sauna and steam room . Indulge in one of their spa treatment packages in keeping with tradition of the town , or relax in style at the sophisticated bar which can be found in the stunning Orangery . With magnificent views of rolling fields , a pretty lake and only a mile away from the town , any guest at The Spa Hotel will not want to leave after a stay here .
THE SPA HOTEL
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