- London's luxury Hotel Café Royal has been named the top UK hotel in The Independent's inaugural Travel Awards, voted for by over 17,000 readers.
- Situated on Regent Street, the five-star establishment originally opened in 1865 and boasts famous historical guests including Oscar Wilde and David Bowie.
- The winning hotel features 159 guest rooms and suites, a subterranean spa with an 18-metre pool, and offerings from top pastry chef Albert Adrià.
- Norfolk's Blakeney Hotel was voted the runner-up, recognised as a popular family-run and dog-friendly retreat.
- Located on the quay overlooking salt marshes, the Blakeney Hotel offers 60 rooms, a leisure area, and a restaurant utilising regional seasonal produce.
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