Gainsborough Bath Spa, Bath

In a landmark Georgian building, this upmarket spa hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Roman Baths and 0.7 miles from the Royal Crescent. All of the upscale rooms offer free minibars and Wi-Fi. Other amenities include flat-screen TVs with cable channels, plus Nespresso machines and 24-hour room service. The refined suites add separate living areas. Breakfast is offered for a fee. Guests get free access to the Spa Village, with thermal pools, saunas and a steam room, in addition to a fitness centre and 11 treatment rooms. There's also a modern restaurant, a lounge and a chic bar, in addition to elegant function rooms with Georgian overtones.