Wales luxury 5 star hotels and luxury spa hotels are numerous. Enjoy de-luxe health and beauty facilities, a luxurious hotel with on-site golf course, romantic Wales hotels to die for, intimate historic guesthouses near historic Welsh castles adorned with antique furniture and retaining original features such as real roaring log fires, fluffy de-luxe luxury towels in en-suite bathrooms with whirlpool baths big enough for two, very expensive toiletries, your own personalised dressing gowns, beautiful views of the Pembrokeshire coast or Snowdonia peaks, luxury Anglesey holiday cottages, lovingly converted with beamed ceilings, private patio gardens and country pub just down the road. Health Spa hotels, holiday cottages or guest houses in Wales make perfect romantic weekend breaks for two.
Luxury hotels, b&b guesthouses, self catering holiday cottages and luxury apartments will usually be graded either 4 or 5 stars, inspected by the Welsh Tourist Board. A four star luxury hotel or holiday cottage means the accommodation is 'Excellent'. A 5 star grade means the accommodation is 'Exceptional'. Expect pricing to be over £45 per person, per night. The Welsh Tourist Board complies with both the RAC and AA grading schemes, and as well as the star grading some indication is usually given on the type of accommodatio, for example hotel, inn, and farm accommodation.
If you see an 'Award Winners' indication by a Luxury or Premium accommodation in Wales it usually means that a guest house or farmhouse award has been given to the owners of the business who have undertaken a training course in guest house management. Something special to watch out for are Dragon Award winners in the Caravan and Camping Parks accommodation type. The Dragon Award is given for excellence in caravan accommodation. It indicates that your caravan is going to be something really special, with a bath or shower and toilet, plus numerous extras such as heating and colour TV. Another scheme around is the Welcome Hoost scheme ranging from WH gold, WH silver and WH bronze. This is an indication of customer care grading in the hospitality industry, and the number of staff participating in the scheme. Welcome Host Gold for example indicates that at least 90 percent of staff are participants in the scheme.
Luxury hotels typically to a four or five star standard of accommodation, cottages, bandb accommodation for more than £45 per person per night. Luxury hotels usually include extensive Health and Fitness facilities such as de-luxe indoor swimming pools, spa pools, saunas, steam rooms, gymnasiums with state of the art gym equipment and health and beauty treatment rooms. Some large chain hotels specialise in luxury, and offer many special offer weekend breaks, and some will have added luxury leisure touches such as on-site golf courses. Check out the up and coming boutique styled and individual hotels, often family run offering real personal service, fine food (in many cases organic with an emphasis on local produce) and a unique character.
All inclusive stays at large hotels with extensive health, beauty and leisure facilities are a real bonus, as your stay will include use of these facilities. Many health clubs within accommodation venues have open membership and are used by local fitness fans! Facilities often include Swimming pool, Spa pool, Sauna and steam rooms, Gymnasium with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, Aerobics room and treatment rooms. Expect a selection of the latest cardio-vascular equipment, treadmills, stairmasters, cycles, usually in an air-conditioned environment to help make working out as comfortable as possible!
Wales offers an ecclectic mix of luxury hotels, from devine Georgian coaching inns with a uniquely individual style (look to the Wye Valley for some of the best of these) to restored 17th century mansions, now superb leisure and spa complexes (good choice here in Llandudno!). Wales is also increasingly picking up on the 'Restaurant with Rooms' theme. These luxury accommodations are often boutique style at the luxury end revolving around renowned chef and restaurant and uniquely designed rooms. Perfect for luxury romantic short breaks in Wales.
A four star hotel again gives that little bit extra than a three star, including a higher standard of excellence in accommodation. Comfort and quality will be higher including all bedrooms having en-suite bath, shower and toilet facilities. Four star hotels will be spacious with large and well appointed public areas like lounges, bars and games rooms, as well as function rooms often equipped for full in-house entertainment programmes. Staff will be fully trained and always on hand to assist, anticipating the needs of guests. As you'd expect, room service will apply for all means with a 24 hour refreshment and snack service. A dry cleaning service will also usually be offered.
Five star Wales hotels have achieved the highest luxurious standard possible to achieve, and with a five star you really know you're getting luxury facilities, with rooms beautifully and tastefully furnished and all en-suite. Individuality will often pertain to five star hotels, with each room having it's own individual appeal and style. Cuisine in in-house restaurants will be of the finest standards, usually prepared by experienced chef. Extra luxuries will be standard, including touches such as dressing gowns, extensive toiletries provided in rooms, fruits, flowers and other foods and drinks in rooms. Personal care and service is guaranteed, with attentive staff providing the highest quality of service catering for your needs.
Five star hotels then will provide the highest international standards for the hotel industry, accompanied by an atmosphere of luxury, style and panache! Cardiff Bay particularly offers a fine selection of luxury hotels, as does Cardiff Central. It's worth remembering that some luxury B&Bs don't participate in the Star Grading scheme (Accommodations have to pay a flat fee for the star grading process, and some object to this). Nevertheless, you can be assured that 5 star luxury hotels and B&Bs offer the highest levels of comfort and guest care with sublime settings and stylish design. Wales also offers a fine choice of luxury self catering holiday cottages, particularly around the Pembrokeshire coast and Anglesey.