A pair of third-generation hoteliers are breathing fresh life into the Bath Hotel, a feature of the town since Victorian days. To a stylish cocktail bar add revamped bedrooms teaming gorgeously nautical styling and supremely comfortable beds with expansive harbour and headland views. Standard rooms are much, much less snazzy – but they're also £50 cheaper.
Guests can also chill out in the delightfully shabby-chic Aubrey Cocktail Bar.