Sudbury House Hotel, Faringdon, Oxfordshire

The Faringdon Folly Tower, erected by Lord Berners and offering sweeping views, is a five-minute walk uphill from the hotel.

Faringdon market town is a five-minute walk away, while Oxford and the North Wessex Downs can be reached swiftly by car.
By car: Near the M4 and M40 motorways, Sudbury is a 30-minute drive from Oxford's centre, 1 hour from Bristol, 2 hours from Leicester. There is free parking at the hotel.
By train: Swindon Railway Station is a 20-minute drive away, with trains from London Paddington (1 hour), Bristol Temple Meads (40 mintues) and Swansea (2 hours). trainline.com

Couples looking for a quiet night away with good food, or road-tripping visitors in search of an enjoyable pit stop will like it here. The garden to the rear with its pathways and large magnolia tree helps create a sense of calm.

The large car park at the front of the hotel means you'll never be struggling to find somewhere to park.

• Free Wi-Fi
• Free parking
• Two restaurants
• Bar
• Nine acres of gardens
• Pet-friendly rooms (£20 surcharge)

We love the arty touches in the suites: plenty of thought has gone into the choice of sculptures, antiques and elegant furniture. The Deluxe Suite (also known as Suite 57) is a stunner, with its own staircase, a separate lounge, bags of space and a rolltop bath.

Comfortable, Double or Twin, Family Room, Junior Suite, Deluxe Suite
Facilities include: Tea- and coffee-making facilities, iron and ironing board, flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, ensuite bathroom with bath and overhead shower.

Magnolia serves good food without taking itself too seriously - alongside the main menu it also does a range of wood-fired pizzas. When dessert rolls around, is there anything more indulgent than a strawberry and Pimm's trifle? Just the thing for a summer's evening.

The Magnolia: Modern European brasserie with terrace for alfresco dining, seasonal menu. Small plates, sandwiches, burgers, pizza. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mains from £14.
Restaurant 56: Traditional setting and garden lounge. Serves afternoon tea and private dining for weddings and special events. Afternoon tea from £20 per person.