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10 of the top UK hotels with gorgeous gardens

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa,

A woodland walk leads to a gothic tower

An ancient mansion surrounded by meticulously kept gardens, Bodysgallen Hall and Spa in Wales is super friendly, super professional and welcoming, with original fireplaces, fresh flowers and leather-bound books in abundance.  In amongst the ancient splendour is the spa, a relaxing environment with leisure facilities for the whole family and an array of spa treatments using the Aromatherapy Associates and Environ Skin Care skincare collections.

The gardens are a beautiful experience in their own right. Set in 200 acres of parkland there is a rare 17th-century parterre of box hedges and herbs, a walled rose garden, lily pond, potager and follies. A woodland walk leads to a gothic tower; another to a mountain-top obelisk.

"A hotel run for posterity and not for profit offers an unforgettable break. Bodysgallen should be on the to-do list of anyone interested in British history, ancient and more recent. It is the absolute opposite of the "hip hotel", and rather wonderful for it..."

"There are follies and a 17th-century sundial among mulberry trees and box hedges; amazingly, you're only two miles from the Victorian seaside town of Llandudno. Rooms are plush, the shared areas full of wood-panelled rooms and deep fireplaces..."

"Although indisputably grand, its plump sofas and armchairs, plus patterned rugs, and a jolly group having drinks, give Bodysgallen a warm atmosphere. This is exuded everywhere. Throughout are wonderful wallpapers - tracery motifs, raspberry-pink florals. There's a magnificent drawing room, an inviting library and, nearby, a smart spa..."

"It is a memorable weekend, and we can't help feeling that Bodysgallen Hall is a little slice of Welsh heaven. Boasting impeccable service, beautiful traditional decor, unforgettable views, exquisite dining and comfortable, homely hotel suites, we can't wait to return..."

"This grand 17th-century house with its leaded lights windows and heavy grey stone walls is an imposing sight on a windy, Welsh hillside, but, as Helena Lang discovers, it's easy to find a snug corner within..."

"A gorgeous manor house. Inside, oak-panelled walls, fireplaces and bulging bookshelves make it feel both grand and cosy. The spacious, characterful rooms have views towards Snowdonia and also overlook the 200 acres of beautiful gardens, which we spent a good hour exploring..." - Print only

"Grade 1 listed Bodysgallen Hall in North Wales has 200 acres of parkland and gardens - all owned by the National Trust - quite aside from Snowdonia's mountains and coast right on the doorstep. Set amongst the gardens are 16 cottages and cottage suites..."

"Its position, means Bodysgallen Hall offers guests crystal-clear views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle. There are also 200 acres of wooded parkland and formal gardens to enjoy, an oak-panelled library where afternoon tea is served..."

"Country house charm and bucolic surroundings are matched by strong spa and leisure facilities at Bodysgallen Hall, near Llandudno. One of just a handful of hotels owned by the National Trust, it includes an indoor swimming pool. There are bedrooms in both the main house and cottage suites surrounding the Arts and Crafts garden..." 

“Set in 200 acres of parkland overlooking Snowdonia, Bodysgallen Hall manages to be both cosy and majestic. Its other attractions include a sophisticated spa and sizeable indoor pool, and thoughtfully prepared British food with a kitchen-garden feel…” 

"Bodysgallen Hall, outside Conwy, offers a masterful blend of Grade I listed elegance and easygoing ambience. So there's wood panelling, stone-mullioned windows in the main bedrooms. They are enclosed in 200 acres of National Trust gardens with a laid-back spa in the grounds..." 

“A country house hotel where historic grandeur meets classic charm. For rest and relaxation head to the Art Deco spa for a swim and sauna, before dining at the award-winning restaurant…” 

“Bodysgallen Hall is a secluded, character-filled hotel just a couple of miles from the seaside. You feel cocooned away from the weather in cosy lobbies with heavy drapes and comfy sofas, where fires crackle in the grates. In a separate building you’ll find the spa…” 

“Perched on the edge of Snowdonia National Park amid 200 acres of award-winning gardens and sheep pastures, the 17th century manor is an ideal retreat for nature lovers. The hotel's restaurant offers stunning uninterrupted views of the mountains. The hills look wonderfully inviting…”