Waking up in luxurious comfort. Spending the morning being massaged, scrubbed and manicured. Spa hotels in Sussex combine the ultimate in pampering with a stay in the South. After an invigorating day of sea air or walks in the English countryside, there’s little better than taking a relaxing dip in the pool before enjoying five-star dining from the comfort of your own hotel. Take a look at this curated selection of our favourite spa hotels in Sussex.
Alexander House and Utopia Spa
Set in 120 glorious acres of quintessential English countryside and with connections to the poet Percy Shelley, Alexander House and Utopia Spa is the ideal choice for grand romance. This hotel’s spa provides on a holistic experience, with every detail focused on relaxation. With its Grecian-inspired décor and domed ceilings, and fragrant essential oils and tailored therapies, you’ll soon get comfortable with being treated like royalty. Recline in the spa garden with a herbal tea, or take a dip in the whirlpool. Dine in style at Alexander House’s triple-rosette AG’s Restaurant before retiring to your bedroom. Direct access to the Utopia Spa means you’re never far from total relaxation.
Ashdown Park Hotel
The stunning Ashdown Park Hotel is historic 19th-century elegance with a touch of modern luxury. From the breathtaking views to the gothic stone arches of its richly decorated halls, this hotel is the perfect weekend getaway. The hotel’s Country Club and Revitalise Spa combines fitness with relaxation, and country sports with wellbeing. Ashdown Park Hotel’s large grounds, golf course and forest mean there’s plenty to keep you active. The spa itself is a haven of peace and quiet, with massage and aromatherapy treatments designed with Kerstin Florian and Vitaman products, and a large pool perfect for swimming or relaxing poolside.
The Grand Hotel
Famous guests such as Charlie Chaplin and Winston Churchill have enjoyed views of Beachy Head from the Grand Hotel, and now you can too. This glamorous hotel has an idyllic spa to match. Here you can enjoy exclusive tailored treatments and the ultimate in relaxation. Whether you’re looking for a massage, a manicure or the complete spa experience, you’ll find it on the Grand Hotel’s spa menu. Once you’re fully revitalised, why not sit down in the Mirabelle for lunch or dinner? The Grand’s highly lauded modern-European restaurant has earned accolades from a host of food writers and critics.
Share this article
Latest stories
The dreamiest private villas to rent in Europe
Searching for a have-the-place-to-yourself holiday with room for everyone? These villa-style stays are stylish, spacious, and ever so secluded, with all the added extras of boutique hotel service included. Read on for some standout addresses to bed down in this summer, from Greek island hideaways to Tuscan farmhouses.
On the road in Provence
Fragrant lavender fields, sun-dappled vineyards, rocky Mediterranean coastlines, and buttercream-coloured hilltop villages weave a tapestry of natural beauty across Provence. From idyllic markets to ancient Roman ruins, this itinerary takes you on a road trip through the region’s most coveted cultural and historical sights. Buckle up todiscover the best of
Editor’s picks for April: from Colorado to Pakistan
Spring has well and truly sprung. If the idea of frolicking through Belgian forests or Colorado’s flower-carpeted hills appeals, read on for hotel inspiration to see you through the changing of the seasons (and beyond).
Living in paradise: what it’s like to call Mallorca home
Having successfully made the transition from holidaying to homestead — and truly living her best life in the process — here, British photographer Carlie Tasker talks about how she put down roots on the Balearic island of Mallorca, in addition to how moving abroad has influenced her thoughts on jet-setting,
