5 quirky places to stay in the UK
by Northern Life
Booking.com are partnering up with alice + olivia this fashion week to bring the first fashion yacht which customers can stay at exclusively through Booking.com this September. The yacht will be outfitted in alice + olivia’s signature designs, evoking the ultimate vacation getaway.
For those not planning on jetting to New York for fashion week, we’ve put together our top 5 quirky places to stay in the UK.
Roch Castle, Roch
This impressive castle overlooking the St Brides Bay will transport guests to a mystical time. Dating back to the 12th century, Roch Castle is standing proudly on a rocky outcrop high above the Pembrokeshire landscape. Guests can enjoy a unique sense of history combined with a romantic getaway as each room is luxuriously decorated offering a modern feeling with beautiful views of the British coast and countryside.
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Yellow Sub, Liverpool
Yellow Submarine is a classic song for a reason. Hark back to the 1960s with a stay in the Yellow Sub complete with Mod culture-themed décor. Singing optional, although we bet you’ll have the song stuck in your head now.
Sunborn London Yacht Hotel, London
This property brings luxury to the boat life. Located less than a minute’s walk from ExCeL London, the Sunborn London is a floating super-yacht hotel boasting free WiFi access, a bar and a restaurant. The hotel is 7 minutes’ drive from London City Airport and a 6-minute drive from the iconic Canary Wharf.
The Little Hide, Wigginton
These luxury, adult-only camping pods offer cosy self-catering accommodation just 3 miles from the historic centre of York. The overhanging shops of The Shambles and the magnificent York Minster are just a short drive away.
The Little Hide camping pods all contain a zip-link bed with under-bed storage, a sofa, and a heater. Each pod also comes with a coffee table and a kettle for making hot drinks.
Greenbank Farmhouse, Lancaster
Greenbank Farmhouse is located just 20 minutes’ drive from the centre of Lancaster. A beautifully converted former cheese dairy, it boasts extensive gardens and free on-site parking. Each of the three cosy, individually designed bedrooms features an en suite bathroom. Breakfast is available in the dining room and options include amazing homemade bread, porridge, and a cooked full English breakfast. Breakfast ingredients are sourced locally.