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There's comfort and character with a stay at an Innkeeper's Lodge and gorgeous guestroom glamour, relaxed dining and lavish lobbies in our On‑trend Getaways. Discover your next getaway

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IS YOUR NEXT BREAK INSTA-WORTHY?


2.6 MILLION

hotels, B&Bs and serviced apartments

in over 200 countries

01775 843413

Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

reservations@infotel.co.uk

Infotel Solutions Ltd 2021


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The Belsfield

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The Bedford Hotel

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The Lowry Hotel

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Using our Services

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On-trend Getaways

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Out-Out

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Orchid Epsom, Sure Hotel

Collection by Best Western

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Vintage Inspired Stays

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The Royal Oak at Keswick

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The GuestBook

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Innkeeper's Lodge

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The Belsfield

Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3E

The banks of Lake Windermere create a stunning

backdrop for a stay at The Belsfield. Offering

Lake District charm with beautiful interiors, superb

hospitality and relaxed dining, this hotel is an

excellent choice for a staycation or a business trip.

There is a good choice of guestrooms, including 25

lake and 12 garden view rooms, in addition to family

rooms, four-posters and sumptuous suites. All are

well-equipped with tea and coffee making facilities,

Wifi and 24-hour room service is available too.

Dining is in the stylish lounge bar or the hotel's

brasserie, which along with a superb menu of gastro

classics, it offers inviting views over the garden

terrace and lake.

Check-in 3.00pm

Check-out 11.00am

Free Wifi

Bar & Restaurant

On-site Parking

What guests say:

£149.00

" Staff were very friendly and helpful. Lovely

restaurant and the food and breakfasts were

excellent. Bar area was very nice and there

were plenty of different areas to sit and have a

drink or tea and coffee."

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The Lowry Hotel

Chapel Wharf, Manchester M3 5LH

It's a super trendy setting at the award-winning

Lowry Hotel in Manchester. Sitting on the banks

of the River Irwell, the glass-fronted property

makes a striking impression on the Chapel Wharf

skyline, and it's an impression that continues to

wow inside too.

Modern furnishings, a walk-in wardrobe, iPod dock

and TV along with a marble bath, large shower and

bathrobes invite guests to sit back and relax in style

in these elegant guestrooms. Equally relaxing is the

hotel's spa which has a sauna and gym in addition

to the treatment rooms and a hair salon.

Dining is in the River Restaurant which serves a

delicious grill style menu or head to the hotel's

Lowry Lounge for cocktails and snacks.

Check-in 2.00pm

Check-out 11.00am

Free Wifi

Bar & Restaurant

On-site Parking

From

What guests say:

£149.00

"The food in the restaurant was lovely as

was breakfast the following day. Service and

attention to detail is second to none. Our room

was pristine and very quiet. Looking forward to

our next stay."

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Strike a pose because this collection of

UK hotels is Insta-ready! Lavish lobbies

to linger in, retro restaurants for relaxed

dining, gorgeous guestrooms bursting with

glamour and outdoor spaces to outdo the

competition! These hotel trailblazers are

setting the scene for this spring's on-trend

getaways.

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On-trend Getways

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On-trend Getways

Looking for industrial wow-factor? Novotel London

Canary Wharf will wow on so many levels! From

the London city skyline views in the hotel's stylish

Bokan 37 Bar, to the ground floor fitness centre and

stunning swimming pool; this London hotel is the

place to be seen!

Think lanterns, leather and lighting! Duck-egg

blue Chesterfields and leather lounge chairs invite

guests to sit back and enjoy the panoramic views.

Industrial overhead pendant lighting inside and

hurricane lanterns outside create the perfect mood

lighting whether enjoying late-night cocktails or

early morning coffee.

With triple-story rooftop dining and contemporary

guestrooms, if you want your Instagram account to

be pinging with love, you need this hotel in your life

and in your feed!

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If you're more countryside than capital city, Tonge

Barn Hotel could be your next getaway. Located in

Sittingbourne, Kent, the Grade II listed 17th Century

barn has been converted into charismatic en-suite

accommodation nestled in beautifully landscaped

private gardens.

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On-trend Getways

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On-trend Getways

Never out of fashion, The Cotswolds is perhaps

England's ultimate image of countryside appeal.

With its chocolate-box villages and towns, craft

shops and galleries, farmers markets and artisan

produce, this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

attracts visitors from across the globe.

Well-known for the Cotswold stone cottages that line

the winding lanes, and a history that reaches back to

Roman and Anglo-Saxon times, our pick for a stylish

stay in the rolling Gloucestershire countryside is in a

relatively new build!

Dating back just a few hundred years to the Georgian

period, the Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall is

a Grade II listed property that makes an instant

impression. Built of brick with stucco facing, brick

chimneys and a Welsh slate roof, this hotel blends

traditional and contemporary design to create a

beautifully relaxed atmosphere.

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If it's that quintessential Cotswold stone property

that you want, the Greenway Hotel and Spa on the

outskirts of Cheltenham never goes out of fashion.

Beautiful décor with hues of honey and gold combine

with open fires and wooden floors. There's even a

ticking grandfather clock to mark your arrival to this

award-winning hotel.

With stunning views over the rolling hills and beautiful

outdoor seated areas, the hotel has all the elements

for a memorable stay any time of year.

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Whether travelling for business, a romantic

getaway or for family time, the Clayton Hotel

Birmingham cuts a striking image on the city

centre landscape. Ultra-modern architecture,

high-spec inviting interiors and plush

guestrooms and suites bring urban elegance

to a stay in England's second city.

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On-trend Getways

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Orchid Epsom, Sure Hotel

Collection by Best Western

Epsom, Surrey KT19 0SH

From

£53.10

The Orchid Hotel is situated just minutes from

Hampton Court Palace, 20 minutes from Wimbledon

and Chessington World of Adventure, and a 35

minute train trip from London Waterloo. It's also

ideally placed for the Epsom Downs Racecourse.

Guestrooms are well-equipped with hospitality

trays, free Wifi and satellite TV. Easy-access rooms,

family rooms, with additional cots and pullout beds

available on request, and a choice of spacious deluxe

rooms bring a good night's sleep to weary travellers.

Breakfast is available as a Grab and Go service and

evening dining is available next door at the Queen

Adelaide.

Check-in 3.00pm

Check-out 10.00am

On-site Parking

Bar & Restaurant

Free Wifi

What guests say:

"Bedroom spotlessly clean, bed comfortable

and heating fine. The staff definitely make this

hotel. They are welcoming, polite and helpful.

Will most certainly book again."

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The Royal Oak

at Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5HZ

From

£67.50

Check-in 2.00pm

Located in the market town of Keswick and dating back

to the 18th Century, the Royal Oak at Keswick combines

cosy rooms with delicious, seasonal cooked food.

Standard and executive en-suite rooms plus family

rooms and suites are available in this traditional pub

which boasts beautiful individually styled guestrooms

that feature a power shower or bath, free Wifi and a

well-stocked hospitality tray.

Guests can enjoy real ales from Thwaites Brewery in

the bar and a menu of Cumbria's seasonal produce,

including a Highly Commended breakfast from Britain's

Best Pub Cooked Breakfast!

Stunning views of the surrounding hills and a location

that's ideal for exploring everything the Lake District has

to offer make this former coaching inn a popular choice

for an enjoyable stay.

Check-out 11.00am

Hospitality Tray

Bar & Restaurant

Free Wifi

What guests say:

"Such a gorgeous, cosy little room, very warm. An

awesome shower too. We were made very welcome

on arrival, and when we went for breakfast the next

morning, we were struck by how pleasant all the staff

were. The breakfast was extensive and excellent!

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Innkeeper's Lodge Norwich - The Town

House

Norwich, Norfolk NR7 0EF

Set in beautiful surroundings close to Whitlingham Country Park,

The Town House is the perfect spot to relax, sleep, and dine, whether

you`re exploring historic Norwich or taking in the beautiful Norfolk

Broads.

Innkeeper's Lodge Old Windsor

Windsor, Berkshire SL4 2RR

Within easy reach of central London, this bed and breakfast hotel in

Windsor offers a comfortable night`s sleep and a traditional carvery,

allowing you to enjoy the best value accommodation, without

compromising on quality.

Innkeeper's Lodge Rugby, Dunchurch -

The Dun Cow

Rugby, Warwickshire CV22 6NJ

Bringing together rustic charm and modern comforts, and set with

a beautiful conservation area, the Dun Cow combines best value

accommodation with delicious seasonal food, cask ales and fine

wines.

Innkeeper's Lodge Sandbach,

Holmes Chapel - The Bear's Head

Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 1RS

A former posting house, this charming black and white timbered,

the ivy-clad ancient inn is rich in history and bursting with character.

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Featured Group

Innkeeper''s Lodge Solihull, Knowle -

The King's Arms

Solihull, West Midlands B93 0EE

Providing the perfect balance between its pretty village location and

easy access to Solihull, Birmingham, and major motorways, The

King’s Arms is ideal, whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure.

Innkeeper's Lodge St Albans,

London Colney - The Colney Fox

St Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 1BL

Comfort and character in a range of single, double, and twin guest

rooms, The Colney Fox is the perfect spot for a great night`s sleep,

whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure.

Innkeeper's Lodge Tunbridge Wells -

The Hand & Sceptre

Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 0QB

Finding the perfect balance between period charm and modern luxury,

this beautifully restored bed and breakfast hotel in Southborough

offers the best value accommodation for business or pleasure.

Innkeeper's Lodge Weybridge -

The Oatlands Chaser

Weybridge, Surrey KT13 9RW

Ideally located for exploring Surrey and central London, this bed and

breakfast hotel in Weybridge will allow you to enjoy a comfortable

night`s sleep, as well as a great menu of delicious seasonal pub food,

real ales and fine wines.

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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Innkeeper's Lodge Wilmslow,

Alderley Edge - The Merlin

Alderley Edge, Cheshire SK9 7Q

Surrounded by glorious Cheshire countryside yet within easy reach of

the vibrant city of Manchester, The Merlin is the ideal spot for a short

break, a weekend away, or a business trip.

Innkeeper's Lodge Woking -

The Wheatsheaf

Woking, Surrey GU21 4AL

Furnished to a high standard, guestrooms are decorated in a

traditional style, with a notably stylish, contemporary touch - think

sophisticated colour palettes, flawless furnishings and a warm,

welcoming ambience.

Innkeeper's Collection

Exeter M5 J30

Exeter, Devon EX2 7HL

Bringing together fresh and contemporary décor, a host of modern

amenities and delicious dining, Toby Carvery Exeter is the perfect

place to relax, sleep, and dine in comfort.

Innkeeper's Lodge Aylesbury South -

The Five Bells

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP22 5RW

Guestrooms offer a host of features including complimentary Wifi,

stylish bedding, tea and coffee making facilities, a desk for catching

up on work after a busy day and en-suite facilities including plenty of

towels and a hairdryer.

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Innkeeper's Lodge Basingstoke -

The Beach Arms

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG23 7EP

Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, this bed and

breakfast hotel in Basingstoke will allow you to enjoy a comfortable

night`s sleep and a delicious pizza and carvery menu.

Innkeeper's Lodge Beckenham -

Eden Park

Beckenham, Kent BR3 3HQ

Just 12 miles outside of central London, this bed and breakfast hotel

in Beckenham brings together a comfortable night`s sleep and a

traditional carvery to provide the best value accommodation.

Innkeeper's Lodge Birmingham West -

Quinton

Birmingham, West Midlands B32 1HP

With tea and coffee facilities, soft pillows and a convenient

working space, you’ll have everything you need for work, rest,

or play.

Innkeeper's Lodge Birmingham NEC -

The Swan

Birmingham, West Midlands B46 3BL

Rooms offer a host of features including complimentary Wifi,

large-screen digital TVs, Hypnos beds with soft bedding, tea and

coffee making facilities and a desk for catching up on work after a

busy day.

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Innkeeper's Lodge Birmingham NEC

Meriden - The Bull's Head

Coventry, Warwickshire CV7 7NN

Located in central England, when you stay at this bed and breakfast

hotel in Meriden, you’ll be able to enjoy the best of both worlds -

surrounded by beautiful countryside yet within easy reach of the

vibrant cities of Birmingham and Coventry.

Innkeeper's Lodge Cardiff - The

Beverley Hotel

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF11 9PG

Located in an elegant Victorian building, in the heart of Cardiff and

within close reach of the M4, The Beverley Hotel is perfectly placed

to provide a memorable stay, whether you’re travelling for business or

pleasure.

Innkeeper's Lodge Chester,

Christleton - Cheshire Cat

? Chester, Cheshire CH3 6AE

Boasting plenty of character and charm, The Cheshire Cat brings

together a long and interesting heritage with the finest home comforts

to ensure a great night's sleep in wonderful surroundings.

Innkeeper's Lodge Doncaster,

Bessacarr

Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 7BS

Conveniently located close to junction 3 of the M18, Toby Carvery

Bessacarr, Doncaster is perfectly equipped to accommodate your

needs, whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure.

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Innkeeper's Lodge Edinburgh -

The Hawes Inn

South Queensferry, Midlothian EH30 9TA

Furnished to a high standard, rooms are decorated in a traditional

style reflective of the building’s history. Original fireplaces and stunning

views over the Firth of Forth and the iconic Forth Road Bridge bring

even more appeal.

Innkeeper's Lodge Edinburgh,

Corstorphine - Edinburgh West

Edinburgh, Lothian EH12 8AX

Located on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Innkeeper's Lodge Edinburgh

West is the perfect spot to relax, dine and sleep whether you’re

exploring the many attractions of the Scottish capital or attending a

business event.

Innkeeper's Lodge Exeter -

The St George & Dragon

Exeter, Devon EX3 0QJ

Surrounded by farms, historic buildings, unspoilt beaches and rolling

countryside, this newly-remodelled hotel in Clyst St George, Exeter, is

the perfect place to stay if you’re looking for delicious, seasonal food,

fine wines and real ales.

Innkeeper's Lodge Glasgow,

Strathclyde Park

Motherwell, Lanarkshire ML1 3WB

A stone`s throw from Strathclyde Loch, this comfy lodge provides

budget accommodation that`s perfect for short breaks in Motherwell`s

Strathclyde Country Park.

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Innkeeper's Lodge Godalming -

The Inn on The Lake

Godalming, Surrey GU7 1RH

Offering wonderful views over the lake, a delicious menu of seasonal

pub food, real ales and fine wines, this beautifully restored bed

and breakfast hotel in Godalming will ensure that you have a truly

memorable stay.

Innkeeper's Lodge Hook -

The White Hart

Hook, Hampshire RG27 9DZ

A 1,000 pocket-spring Hypnos bed, complimentary Wifi, stylish

bedding, tea and coffee making facilities, a desk and en-suite facilities,

provide a comfortable stay.

Innkeeper's Lodge Huddersfield,

Kirkburton - The Foxglove

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD8 0PQ

Brimming with character and history, this budget hotel in the charming

West Yorkshire village of Kirkburton, Huddersfield, has had a complete

internal makeover.

Innkeeper's Lodge Hull,

Willerby - Willerby Village

Hull, East Yorkshire HU10 6NT

All 32 rooms have been stylishly and sympathetically redecorated

with brand new Hypnos beds with toppers and contemporary

bathrooms featuring powerful showers, plenty of towels, hairdryers

and complimentary toiletries.

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Innkeeper's Lodge London Dulwich -

The Crown & Greyhound

Southwark, London SE21 7BJ

Boasting 20 brand new, light, spacious, air-conditioned en-suite

rooms, as well as a delicious menu of classic British pub food and

modern dishes, this bed and breakfast hotel in Dulwich will ensure you

have a truly memorable stay.

Innkeeper's Lodge Maidstone -

The White Rabbit

Maidstone, Kent ME14 2RF

An impressive, colonial-style 18th-century property that’s conveniently

located for exploring Kent, Chatham, East Malling and beyond.

Innkeeper's Lodge

Manchester South

Stockport, Gtr Manchester SK4 5BP

Committed to providing the best value accommodation and a truly

memorable stay, this bed and breakfast hotel in Heaton Chapel will

allow you to enjoy a comfortable night`s sleep and a delicious carvery

in traditional pub surroundings.

Innkeeper's Lodge Newcastle,

Cramlington - The Snowy Owl

Cramlington, Northumberland NE23 8AU

Situated in the heart of Northumberland, The Snowy Owl is perfectly

located to explore the stunning Northumberland coast, rolling

countryside and the vibrant city of Newcastle.

01775 843413 Lines open Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

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The Bedford Hotel

Tavistock, Devon PL19 8BB

Situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, in

the award-winning market town of Tavistock, is The

Bedford Hotel.

Individually designed guestrooms, including rooms

with four-poster beds and spa baths, an awardwinning

restaurant and a welcoming bar and

lounge, provide a comfortable and relaxing stay for

business and leisure travellers.

A delicious Devon breakfast is on the menu to

start the day and traditional Devon cream teas for

afternoon pleasures! The bar also serves Dartmoor

craft ales.

The Bedford Hotel has superb gardens that are

perfect for al fresco dining, enjoying aperitifs and

light lunches in summer. There are some nice walks

along the riverbank at the back of the hotel too.

Check-in 2.00pm

Check-out 11.00am

Free Wifi

Bar & Restaurant

On-site Parking

What guests say:

£90.00

"This hotel is a fine example of superb

customer service. The staff are efficient,

attentive, helpful and friendly. We ate in the

dining room each night and the quality of the

food is outstanding."

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Out Out

February 2022

Outdoor Garden Party :

Nottingham

31/01/22 to 01/02/22 NOTTINGHAM

Tiesto - One Night in London

03/02/22 LONDON

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04/02/22 NORTHWICH

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26/02/22 LIVERPOOL


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06/02/22 YORK

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08/02/22 HARROGATE

Ross Noble: Humournoid

10/02/22 PETERBOROUGH

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Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel

Collection by Best Western

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Mercure Doncaster Centre

Danum Hotel

Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN1 1DN

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