The Queensberry Hotel, Bath

Pretend you're following in the footsteps of Jane Austen who made Bath her home in the early 19th century. Turn right out the Queensberry's front door, navigate around The Circus and across to Royal Crescent, then admire the box hedges and topiaries of the Georgian Garden and views across Royal Victoria Park.

Situated on a quiet residential street, a short walk from most of Bath's must-see sites.
By car: From London, the drive is 2 hours and 30 minutes. From Bristol, the drive is 36 minutes.
By train: From Paddington, the train takes around 1 hours and 20 minutes. From Bristol, the train journey takes half an hour. After that, the walk takes 16 minutes to the hotel. Instead, a taxi ride takes 8 minutes. thetrainline.com

Perfect for weekenders wanting luxury accommodation and fine dining without the stuffiness of more traditional upmarket hotels. We love the maximalist animal print wallpaper above the bed which contrast well with the neutral block colours used elsewhere in one of the bedrooms.

The valet parking service, staffed by professional looking drivers that you feel safe handing your car-keys to, which is included in the price of the overnight parking (£7).

• Parking
• Free WiFi
• Family rooms
• Ensuite bathrooms
• Restaurant
• Non-smoking rooms
• Room service
• Bar

We love the Superior Room decorated in an elegant Regency style with a smart blue sofa and smart octagonal coffee table, ideal for taking afternoon tea whilst listening to Classic FM from the bedside Ruark radio. The Bath sandstone in the deluxe bathroom (with freestanding roll-top bath) that exactly matches the neighbouring honey-coloured Georgian buildings is a highlight.

Club, Classic, Superior, Deluxe, Junior Suite, and Four Poster Suite
Facilities include: en-suite bathroom with White Company toiletries, TV and radio, Free Wi-Fi

The seven course tasting menu features dishes such as tagliatelle with white truffle and 36-month aged parmesan, and a very posh cheese on toast consisting of Tunworth cheese served on sourdough and topped with black Périgord truffle. We love the unexpectedly successful combination of dark chocolate mousse with yoghurt sorbet and sliced olives in oil for dessert.

The Olive Tree: Classic flavours, seasonal ingredients, modern techniques. Bath's only Michelin starred restaurant. 3 AA Rosette status. Five courses for £70, seven courses for £90. Open 12.30pm-1.30pm Friday-Sunday and 6pm-9pm Tuesday-Sunday.