Given that travel in general is hugely expensive these days, you might assume that a five-star hotel would come with at least a three-figure price tag. Indeed, for a stay at some of London’s high-end hotels, you could be looking at over £1,000 a night for your room – and that might not even include breakfast.
However, if you’re after a bit of luxury hotel life on a budget, you’ll be pleased to learn that stays at some of the UK’s five-star establishments come in at surprising low prices. Granted, none of them are in the English capital – but head to the Northern Irish capital, for example, or even smaller cities in England like Southampton and Manchester, and you can find some amazing hotels at very reasonable prices.
Top Affordable Five-Star Hotels
The Municipal Hotel & Spa, Liverpool
Number one on the list? The Municipal Hotel & Spa in Liverpool, which despite being an AA-rated five-star hotel, costs as little as £98 per night (depending on which night you book of course). The pool at The Municipal Hotel & Spa in Liverpool has been praised by visitors. You magazine’s Jessica Carroll has visited, and agrees it is a fabulous hotel. ‘The Municipal is perfectly located, far enough from the main party ‘strip’ that you feel well removed from any boisterous hen parties or other loud nightlife,' she says. ‘However, you’re still within a ten minute walk of the city centre, so you can easily walk into all the main attractions. I didn’t need to get on any public transport the whole time I was there. The staff were so friendly, and went above and beyond to help in any way they could. The food was also a real highlight – particularly the evening menu. There were lots of options, it was all great quality and the experience felt like fine dining, so was great if you were there to celebrate a special event.’
Other Budget-Friendly Five-Star Hotels
- The Rex, Manchester – from ~£100–£150. Off-peak weekday rates commonly fall into this range.
- The Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast – from ~£109. Frequently one of the cheaper luxury 5-star options in Belfast.
- The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne – from ~£120–£130. Eastbourne location keeps pricing lower than London luxury hotels.
- Grand Central Hotel, Belfast – from ~£120–£158. Best-available room rates regularly appear in this band.
- Harbour Hotel, Southampton – from ~£150–£180. Often among the most affordable spa/luxury hotels available.
So, if you’re looking for a luxurious getaway without breaking the bank, consider these five-star hotels across the UK. From Liverpool to Belfast, you can enjoy top-notch amenities and service at a fraction of the cost of London’s high-end accommodations.
