7 beautiful UK hotels with hiking routes nearby for active breaks

Gara Rock Hotel, Salcombe

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7 beautiful UK hotels with hiking routes nearby for active breaks

By Lauren Geall

3 days ago

3 min read

Looking to get out and about in the great outdoors this spring and summer? Check out our pick of the best UK hotels with hiking and walking routes nearby.


A UK-based mini break may not deliver guaranteed good weather, but it can certainly provide plenty of brilliant hiking and walking routes. From the ridges and moorland of the Peak District to the winding coast of Cornwall, the UK is full of beautiful spots just waiting to be explored.

It’s no secret that walking is good for us, and a day spent exploring is the perfect way to reap both the physical and mental benefits of moving your body and spending time outside in nature. And luckily for us, there are plenty of hotels perfectly situated to provide a place to put our feet up and enjoy a delicious meal after a day spent rambling through the countryside.  

So, whether you’re looking to explore the highlands of Scotland with friends or want to soak in the wilderness of the Brecon Beacons with your partner, here’s our pick of the best hotels with hiking routes nearby. 


Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa

Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa, Peak District

Located between the Lake District and North Pennines National Landscape, Armathwaite Hotel & Spa is perfectly located for exploring everything this beautiful area has to offer. The hotel provides guided walks with a qualified guide if you want to leave the navigation to someone else, but you can also use the hotel as a base for multiple mini-adventures.
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Guardswell Farm

Guardswell Farm, Perthshire

This 150-acre grassland farm in Perthshire, Scotland, is the ideal place to switch off, slow down and reconnect with nature. For those looking to stay close to the comforts of their accommodation, the farm has plenty of on-site walking routes to explore. And if you fancy hiking, there are loads of different routes available depending on your abilities.

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Gara Rock Hotel, Salcombe

Gara Rock Hotel, Salcombe

If coastal living tickles your fancy, check out the stunning Gara Rock Hotel in Salcombe, Cornwall. The famous South West Coast Path, which runs from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset, snakes along the cliff just below the hotel. Nearby Salcombe is also the starting point for a plethora of countryside and seaside routes. 

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Clandeboye Lodge

Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, County Down

Visitors to County Down are spoilt for choice when it comes to the number of hiking and walking routes on offer, and Clandeboye Lodge is perfectly situated for making the most of them all. The aptly named Clandeboye Way is a great place to start, but other local walks involve winding woodland trails and waterfall-side paths.

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Rothay Manor

Rothay Manor, Lake District

Fancy a challenge? Rothay Manor is located in the heart of the Lake District, which means invigorating hikes lie right on its doorstep. The hike up to Wansfell Pike, which offers views of Lake Windemere and the Lakeland Fells and mountains, starts a five minute walk away in the village of Ambleside. 

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The Royston

The Royston, Powys

Soak in the magic of mid-Wales with a trip to The Royston – the perfect base to explore the stunning surrounding countryside. Whether you fancy following the course of the River Fathew (and spotting waterfalls along the way) or exploring a small part of the 217km Glyndŵr Way through open moorland, you’re sure to find a walk or hike to suit you.

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Links House, Royal Dornoch

Links House, Royal Dornoch

This beautiful hotel in the Scottish highlands is located just a short distance from the peaks of Ben Bhraggie, which offers incredible views over the local area. You can opt for an adventure curated by the hotel or spend your days exploring the local beaches or foraging in nearby woods.

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