Although the interiors of this 19th-century mansion are a little beige, it’s hard to fault South Lodge hotel’s main draw: its spa.

A loyal following of glam Londoners rave about Bailiffscourt’s charm — step inside and you’ll soon see why. Although it was built in the 1920s, it feels much older, with repurposed antique doors, beams and 13th-century stone giving it an almost medieval feel.

In the pretty village of Cuckfield, Ockenden Manor is a 28-bedroom Elizabethan manor that has served as a home, a school and now an elegant hotel.

Elizabeth I once stayed at this wisteria-covered former coaching inn in Midhurst, and today’s guests are no less discerning.

After a day of antiques or arcades, depending on your seaside preferences, Brighton Harbour Hotel’s underground spa is a suitably serene escape.

Despite the resurgence in popularity of the British seaside town, there aren’t many five-star hotels to choose from. The Grand Hotel — a sprawling white building from the late 1800s on Eastbourne’s western seafront (nicknamed the White Palace) — is one of them.

This hotel ticks many boxes — award-winning restaurants, history (the grand house dates back to the 17th century) and a dog-friendly policy.

An Edwardian home turned boutique hotel and spa, Parkhouse offers up a cosy stay with plenty more than a spa to keep you busy.

The Pig describes itself as a “restaurant with rooms”, and while there are no classic spa features (sauna, steam room) there are excellent treatments.