ABOUT MILLION PLACES
Million Places has website links to 25,000 places to stay in the UK (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland). They are a string of places that are anything from camp sites to five star hotels. The first search box helps us to know where you are looking and you can enter a place name. We currently have 20,000 place names and growing. We also have maps.
The second search box will search the title and description from the business website. Common search terms would be; hotel - apartment - cottage - farm - castle - camp - caravan - budget - boutique - horse - pets and so forth.
Alternatively use the map search by clicking on the town name in the area you want to visit.
ACCOMMODATION IN THE UK
Hotels
Hotels in Britain come in all shapes and sizes, from the charming country house hotel with ample grounds and picturesque gardens to impressive modern structures in city centres.
They offer a range of facilities and services, depending on location and price. Town House hotels are located in city centres, with a small number of luxury rooms, beautiful furnishings, attentive staff and superb cuisine (or, if without a restaurant, offering 24 hour room service). Hotels are also found in the centre of town and provide full hotel services with the exception of dinner.
As the name suggests, Country House Hotels are found in beautiful rural locations. They are often luxuriously appointed, set in their own grounds, and the rooms frequently have special features such as four-poster beds. Some may have leisure facilities like swimming pools or health spas and may be able to arrange country sport activities such as clay pigeon shooting and fishing.
Guest Accommodation
Stay in a family run B&B and really experience the British way of life. A home-cooked meal in a comfortable homely environment can make all the difference to your trip.
You'll get a friendly welcome from resident owners who'll want to give you every home comfort with that personal touch. They'll also be keen to offer you local knowledge and recommend places to visit.
You'll find Guest Accommodation almost everywhere in Britain, from Victorian houses in the city to converted farms in the countryside. Some places may have just one room to let, while others may have more than 10. Whatever the size, they are all comfortable and inviting.
Hostels
Hostels offer simple accommodation at a budget price, and are ideal whether you're travelling on your own or as part of a group.
Youth hostels are relatively low-cost and traveller-friendly. They're very popular in large cities, but you can also find many delightful village hostels in rural areas.
They generally provide private and shared rooms for individuals, couples or groups. Hostels are usually self-catering, although they sometimes provide hot meals and refreshments.
Most hostels allow member and non-member guests, although members and owners of an International Hostelling Card may enjoy more benefits. Check with the individual hostel and the international hostelling organisation in your country for further details.
Whether you're backpacking all over Britain, or taking a short city break, youth hostels are a great way to travel on a budget and have a fantastic social experience at the same time.
Campus Accommodation
Britain is scattered with historic and well-known universities. During holiday periods many open their campus doors offering good value comfortable accommodation for every type of visitor.
Britain's university cities are famous for their historic architecture, spectacular cathedrals, soaring towers and well-mannered locals. There are dozens of Campus locations throughout Britain and wherever you go you'll find countless interesting places to visit and things to do nearby.
You'll also benefit from the fact that most universities have an excellent range of services including shops, banks, laundries, bars, lounges, TV rooms and sports facilities. These are designed for students, so will be either on campus, or conveniently located in the surrounding area.
There's a choice of bed and breakfast, half-board or self-catering accommodation available. Whatever you choose, campus accommodation is an excellent way to discover a local area while keeping to a budget.
Holiday Villages
Traditional British holiday villages have been popular for over 40 years. Offering a fun and entertaining environment they continue to attract an ever-growing number of enthusiastic visitors from around the world.
British holiday villages come from an era when international travel was less common and the British public demanded high quality holidays at home. Today they are as popular as ever with both local and foreign visitors.
From the more traditional holiday camps, to the modern climate-controlled sites, holiday villages are a great way of combining accommodation with on-site leisure facilities and entertainment.
British holiday villages welcome all types of visitors and are ideal for families. With pools, sports centres, horse riding, evening entertainment, and many other activities you can't help but have fun. Many also have a ‘Kids Club', so Mum and Dad can relax a little more during their stay.
Holiday Villages offer something to suit all ages and interests, and are the perfect environments for doing as much or as little as you like.
Camping and Caravans
Camping was born in Britain and, despite the occasional rain-shower, is enjoyed by millions every year. You'll find a huge variety of sites in Britain, from secluded forest locations to purpose-built parks.
Whatever your preference, if you're an outdoor enthusiast, you've got a fantastic choice.
Holiday, Touring & Camping parks are excellent for families, and offer great value for money in a friendly environment. You'll find them both near the coast and in the heart of the countryside. Some parks have caravans or chalets for hire, which are often very spacious, accommodating between two to eight guests. You can also expect all the modern conveniences such as a shower, kitchen and television.
It's best to bring your own tent if you want to camp, as very few sites have tents for hire. Pitches start from around £5 depending on the facilities and location. Caravans and motor-homes are welcome at all touring parks, which often have connections to water, drainage, electricity and perhaps a TV aerial.
If outdoor pursuits are your thing, or you simply want to relax and enjoy the scenery, a touring or camping holiday will certainly leave you with fun and happy memories.
Self-catering
The variety of accommodation on offer is huge, from luxury city apartments to traditional country cottages and log cabins by the sea.
This type of accommodation is great value, especially for longer stays and for families. Many properties have gardens; children's play equipment, books and televisions. And of course cooking equipment so you can eat in whenever you like.
Meet your neighbours at the local shops, markets, and nearby farms that sell eggs and other local produce. You'll get a real insight into the British way of life as well as priceless local knowledge.
If you stay on a farm, there may also be fun activities to do like horse riding, fishing or watching the farmer milk the cows. Generally, all self-catering properties are supplied with household equipment such as cutlery and crockery, although very often you'll be charged extra for linen or towels as well as for gas and electricity.
Serviced Apartments
Serviced apartments offer the comfort, privacy and flexibility of a self-catering property, together with the added benefits of many hotel-type services - such as maid service, internet access points, room service and concierge/reception.
Serviced apartments can be found in most major cities and make great base from which to explore, as most are only minutes away from the major attractions and shopping streets.
So have the best of both worlds; enjoy a fantastic holiday away from home, in a delightful homely setting.
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