Many hotels have responded to the trend by creating special menus, Christmas packages and cosy celebrations.
Best UK hotels for a Christmas holiday
Woolley Grange - Gourmet Two Night Break Special Offer
Bradford-on-Avon
This traditional festive country house party offers fun for the whole family at Christmas.
The Lygon Arms - Three Nights for the Price of Two Special Offer
Broadway
Enjoy a three-night Christmas house party at this family-friendly Elizabethan coaching inn. With seasonal dining kicked off with a Christmas Eve tea.
Chewton Glen - 3 Nights for the Price of 2 Special Offer
New Milton
Mince pies, mulled wine and afternoon tea are just part of the joys of Christmas at Chewton Glen spa and hotel.
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa - Four Nights for the Price of Three Special Offer
York
This magnificent property is the stuff that Christmas cards are made of, and over the festive season they turn everything from their spa to their afternoon tea into a festive treat.
Gliffaes - Three Night Autumn Break Special Offer
Crickhowell
A traditional hotel that excels at a traditional Christmas, Gliffaes brings bountiful Welsh charm to the festive season, with an 18ft tree dominating the hall and lots of carol singing on Christmas Eve.
Bodysgallen Hall and Spa - Seven nights for the price of five Special Offer
Llandudno
Enjoy a Welsh Christmas at this hotel and spa., looked after by the National Trust. Seasonal fare, kicked off with a champagne reception on Christmas Eve.
Lords of the Manor - One Night Complimentary Special Offer
Upper Slaughter
A Cotswold Christmas would not be complete without the perfect country house to spend it in.
Montagu Arms - 'Paddle to the Pub' Special Offer
Beaulieu
Treat the family to exquisite festive dining or country pub comforts at the Montagu Arms Hotel in The New Forest.
The Old Bridge - 2 nights for the price of 1 100% Flexible Special Offer
Huntingdon
An ivy-swagged Georgian town house on the River Ouse, guests can enjoy the casual, cosy setting of the log fire-warmed lounge and bar areas at this charming hotel.
Titchwell Manor - 3 nights for the price of 2 Special Offer
Brancaster
A dinner of Christmas classics re-worked, Christmas is a romantic and intimate escape.
Judges - 'Accommodation Special Rates' Special Offer
Yarm
Sumptuous dinners and Christmas fairs are just some of the features at this beautiful hotel in December. If you’re lucky, you might even get a white Christmas!
The Traddock - Winter Fireside Warmer Special Offer
Austwick
Few places could be more perfect for a traditional Yorkshire Christmas, than this gorgeous manor hour. Bring the dog and combine good food with brisk walks on Christmas Day.
Seaham Hall - 'Enchanting Autumn Escape' Special Offer
Seaham
Readers ‘felt they had done their very best to look after us’, after a week-long stay at this Georgian mansion.
The Carpenters Arms - £99 B&B Special Offer
Thirsk
An impressive pub with rooms in a Domesday village near Thirsk, Christmas here is about chilly walks followed by warming feasts.
The Dial House - Three nights for the price of Two Special Offer
Norwich
From hampers to wreath masterclasses, Christmas at the Dial House is as stylish as you would expect from this charming hotel.
Shieldaig Lodge - Food Lover's Package
Gairloch
A Victorian hunting lodge on the edge of Loch Gairloch, Shieldaig Lodge is enchanting and Christmas here is all about peace, tranquility, log fires and snow covered woods.
Congham Hall - 3-night Summer Relaxation Package Special Offer
King's Lynn
From spa treatments to exceptional food, Christmas at Congham Hall is always luxurious.
The Swan - Stay and Save (up to 25%) Special Offer
Bibury
The Swan at Bibury pulls out all the stops at Christmas time, for a Cotswold Christmas full of fabulous festivities, food and fizz.
Cuckoo Brow Inn - Three Night 15% Discount Special Offer
Ambleside
From sumptuous breakfasts to five course Christmas Day lunches, the festive season at Cuckoo Brow inn is a treat.
The Goring - Three Nights for Two Special Offer
London
Its family roots and boutique size give The Goring the sense of visiting a superbly enriching home, and as such it has a real intimacy to it that’s perfect for a cosy Christmas escape.
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
Bath
How about Christmas in a Grade 1 listed Georgian terrace in the heart of Bath? Perhaps mulled wine in the library, skating in Victoria Park or carols by candlelight.
Gravetye Manor
East Grinstead
This historic location is what magical Christmases are made of, complete with roaring fires, private dining menus and a talent for superb mince pies.
Knockinaam Lodge
Portpatrick
A Victorian hunting lodge overlooking the Irish Sea, Knockinaam Lodge celebrates Christmas complete with a traditional Christmas lunch, boardgames, Boxing Day suppers, long walks and plenty of time for a good snooze
Kinloch Lodge
Sleat
Christmas is more traditional, and affordable, at this former hunting lodge. With minced pies and mulled wine, roaring fires and a visit from Father Christmas.
Moonfleet Manor
Fleet
Children will love Christmas in this 17th century manor house. With an annual Gingerbread House competition, a carol concert and a hunt for Father Christmas.
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