Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa

With its rolling hills, fertile soils and historic cities, there’s nowhere better for a stress-busting spa break than Kent. And, tucked away in one of the Garden of England’s prettiest corners sits Rowhill Grange Hotel. This award-winning country house spa hotel is just a 30-minute train ride from London. But with a tranquil feel, luxury dining and an incredible Roman-esque spa to savour, you’ll feel far away from the hustle and bustle here. 

Once the summer home of the Alexander family, Rowhill Grange can trace its history back to 1868. Lovingly renovated, the hotel has lost none of its Victorian charm, with 38 boutique bedrooms named after flowers, as well as 15 acres of lush grounds, a 19th-century walled garden and traditional clapboard exteriors.

But the biggest draw? Rowhill Grange’s impressive Utopia Spa. With a dramatic two-floor swimming area decked out in marble to resemble candlelit Roman baths, it’s one of Kent's finest. The perfect way to indulge your inner Greek god or goddess, you’ll also find 19 sumptuous treatment rooms plus saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools and expertly administered therapies from British brands such as Temple Spa and OSKIA of London.

If you can bear to leave you’ll find superb retail therapy at Bluewater Shopping Centre just a short drive away, and Leeds, Hever and Chiddingstone Castles all on the hotel’s doorstep. Plus, if you’re a keen petrolhead, make sure you pay a visit to the world-renowned Brands Hatch race circuit.

Kent is fabulous for foodies, with its natural bounty providing fresh seafood, salt-marsh lamb, plump vegetables and soft fruit. Just don’t spoil your appetite. Back at the hotel some delicious options await you in Elements bar or at RG’s, Rowhill Grange’s two AA-Rosette winning restaurant.