"The Best Place to stay in the UK in 2023"
The Retreat at Elcot Park in Berkshire has been named "Hotel of the Year" by The Times and Sunday Times Best Places To Stay, topping the annual list of 100 of Britain's best hotels.
Welcome
The Retreat is a newly re-imagined 18th-century country house hotel & spa set in magnificent grounds, with two stunning restaurants, located between historic Hungerford and Newbury in the heart of the beautiful West Berkshire countryside.
Step into one of our colourful, warm and inviting bedrooms or suites. Antiques mixed with playful textures and art lend soulfulness and unique character to every bedroom.
The Retreat experience is all about enjoying exceptional food and drink. We have two stunning restaurants, 1772 our relaxed brasserie and Yu, our Pan-Asian fine dining restaurant. Afternoon tea and brunch is served in our Orangery and we also have a number of fabulous spaces for private parties and social celebrations.
Both restaurants welcome locals as well as hotel guests.
The Signet Spa facilities include indoor hydrotherapy pool, mud rasul, salt flotation room, steam & sauna, state-of-the-art gymnasium, three treatment rooms and heated outdoor infinity pool.
There's also a tennis court and a croquet lawn, a variety of classes and special events.
Our superb Hair & Nail Salon is open to everyone.
The beautiful setting, the décor, the food and drink, and your friendly and experienced hosts make for a winning combination. Whether it is a big birthday or the annual company retreat, we have your next event covered.
The Retreat is the perfect spot to celebrate Christmas or see in the New Year. Make this year's festive season unforgettable, with our festive events, seasonal menus and accommodation offers.