The Bell Hotel, Saxmundham, Suffolk, UK

• Charm by the bucket: The Bell Hotel is ideally positioned in the centre of pretty Saxmundham, within easy reach of England's stunning coastline. Steeped in history, this handsome abode has long been a sought-after stopover for travellers. While its doors once welcomed royalty, including King George II in 1737, today you'll find a lovely mix of plush comforts and traditional touches.

• A taste of Suffolk: Enter into the warm ambience of the hotel's acclaimed restaurant, which was proudly named one of the Top 15 in Suffolk by The Telegraph. The menu serves everything from fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables to wild game, alongside a selection of top-notch wines. Later, socialise with a perfectly-mixed cocktail in the Coast Lounge or River Bar, or soak up the summer sun from the outdoor terrace.

• Settle down, cosy up: The guest rooms are designed to retain the hotel's original charm, featuring subtle coastal nods. Lovingly furnished for a truly cosy stay, each space boasts unique handcrafted features, bespoke decorations, and earthy interior colour schemes to calm busy minds.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.