Torquay B&B named world’s best at Trip Advisor traveller awards
Britain is home to the world’s best B&B – and lots more besides. The 25 Boutique B&B, nestled away on the English Riviera, took the crown of being The World’s number one B&B at the prestigious TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards. In just four years, The 25’s owners Andy and Julian Banner-Price have scooped an array of internationally renowned awards for the unique and memorable five-star experiences on offer.
Each of the boutique B&B’s six funky bedrooms has its own distinctive design, is packed with the latest technologies, and is within easy reach of the main harbour in Torquay. Taking into account the quality and quantity of traveller reviews and opinions specific to each award category, the hallmarks of Travellers’ Choice winners are extraordinary service, quality and value.
The 25 Boutique B&B wasn’t the only slice of Britain to scoop an award in 2019, with the winners showcasing the wide array of quality attractions, restaurants and hotels that are available to travellers from all over the world.
Hotels
Hotel 41, London
The five-star Hotel 41, a beautiful gem overlooking the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, featured among the world’s top 25 hotels, taking 15th spot. An intimate private hideaway with 30 luxurious rooms and suites, the hotel has a stylish black and white design, enriched by mahogany and fabulous furnishings. Guests can enjoy Plunder the Pantry complementary treats in the residents only Executive Lounge.
Best Destination
London
England’s capital city ranked as the world’s second best destination thanks to the wealth of things to see and do, its restaurants, infrastructure and shopping experiences. With the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace featuring on most visitor itineraries, the city is also home to the spectacular National Gallery and the Tate Modern, as well as an abundance of historical attractions and fine dining.
Rentals
St Michaels, Whitstable
Ranking as the second best rental option in the world, St Michaels in Whitstable has space for up to 23 guests and offers an abundance of space and amenities. The executive 5-bedroom detached house is just 15-minute walk from the stunning Whitstable Harbour, castle and seafront.
Little Upton Threshing Barn, Glastonbury
The second of three rentals to feature in the global top ten, this time in eighth spot, Little Upton Threshing Barn in Glastonbury has six luxury rooms split across two converted barns with access to plenty of outdoor space, an enclosed heated swimming pool and a private hot tub. Visitors have the option to tailor their experience with an array of catering and activity options.
Snowdon House in Snowdonia, Llanberis
Taking tenth spot in the best rental ranking, Snowdon House is nestled among the picturesque beauty of Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. Alongside an outdoor hot tub and a sauna, the characterful home has heated floors and beautiful log burning stoves.
Restaurants
Restaurant Sat Bains, Nottingham
Nestled under a flyover off the A52, the two Michelin star Restaurant Sat Bains has tables seating up to six guests and 7 and 10-course tasting menus featuring plenty of stunning original dishes. The restaurant is popular with TripAdvisor guests too, having been named as the fourth best restaurant in the world in this year’s Travellers’ Choice awards.
Adam’s, Birmingham
Offering contemporary British fine dining in intimate surroundings, the 36-cover dining room at the Michelin starred Adam’s in Birmingham was another popular choice at the 2019 awards. Named as the 11th best restaurant in the world, owner and chef Adam Stokes has 3 AA Rosettes to his name and serves up a 3-course menu and a signature tasting menu in the heart of the city.
Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Great Milton
Hidden among beautiful gardens in the rural Cotswolds countryside is the world’s 15th best restaurant, Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Having held two Michelin stars for 35 years, the gourmet hotel in Oxfordshire oozes gastronomic flair, with chef Raymond Blanc offering a 6-course weekend lunch menu, as well as a 5-course lunch and 7-course dinner options.
Museums
The British Museum, London
The British Museum, voted as the world’s fourth best museum at the Travellers’ Choice awards, houses a vast collection of world art and artefacts that are dedicated to human history, art and culture. Dating back to 1753, the museum’s collection includes more than eight million objects, of which only a fraction is on show at any one time. Special exhibitions take place across the year, including the largest exhibition of Norwegian artist Edvard Munch’s prints in the UK for 45 years, from early April 2019.
National Gallery, London
Home to more than 2,300 pieces of artwork, ranging from altarpieces to the Impressionists, the National Gallery hosts regular events and exhibitions and ranks as the 11th best museum in the world. Accessible across 361 days every year, its national collection of paintings in Western European styles cover the 13th to 19th centuries and can be viewed free of charge.
Beaches
Bournemouth Beach, Dorset
Bournemouth Beach, a sandy expanse of coastline on the south coast of England, featured among the world’s top 25 beaches, in 14th. Tuck into fish and chips along seven miles of spectacular sands, sit back and relax in a colourful deckchair or sample the many family attractions on Bournemouth Pier.
Amusement Parks
Paulton’s Park, Romsey, Hampshire
Home to the world’s first Peppa Pig World, Paultons Park on the edge of the New Forest National Park has more than 70 exciting rides and attractions for all the family to enjoy. The theme park features in the world’s top 25 amusement parks, with the Travellers’ Choice award recognising its eclectic mix of rides and entertainment.