The Ashton Hotel

Some say it's worth visiting Lancaster just to visit the Ashton, which was awarded England’s Best Bed & Breakfast by Visit England in a few years back, and it remains a tremendous place to stay if you're in the area. Much more than just a B&B, the Ashton is in fact Lancaster’s only 5-star hotel and provides boutique-style luxury in beautiful quiet surroundings just minutes from the city centre.

There are 5 beautifully appointed rooms, each individually designed in a contemporary style with large beds and bang on-the-button bathrooms, and lots of lovely touches to make guests feel comfortable, including tea and cake on arrival, bathrobes in the rooms, fresh fruit and delicious breakfasts using the freshest local ingredients.  Basically, hard to beat if you're staying in the city.