About Signpost

Welcome to the 70th edition of Signpost. The definitive UK hotel directory listing over 400 of the finest hotels in Great Britain.

Our inspectors have checked every single hotel personally, and we believe our standards are second to none. Motoring conditions may have changed ever since the founder of Signpost first took to the road, but inspectors' standards are still the same: individual style, value for money, friendly service and a personal welcome.

So whether you're looking for a quiet weekend away, or a week's family holiday, Signpost has a wide variety of hotels to choose from - magnificent country hotels set in beautiful grounds, small hotels with log fires and cosy bedrooms deep in the heart of quiet country villages, as well as modern hotels with full leisure and business facilities. 

Selected premier hotels

Each entry has a full colour picture of the hotel with a map to help you find your way. Along side is a fully detailed description which answers all your question about bedrooms, restaurant, cuisine, and the range of shopping, sports and leisure facilities in the area.

How we select hotels

Our inspectors look for hotels with a distinctive ambience - places that they have enjoyed staying at themselves. That's why you will not find any run-of-the mill hotels in this guide, or hotels which are just part of a large national chain. 

Our standards

Our inspectors set the highest standards and expect every hotel to live up to them. We demand fine cuisine, using the best fresh produce. Bedrooms should be furnished with style and have all the comforts you need away from home. The hotel should be located in an interesting area, with plenty of opportunity for sport and leisure. Above all hotels should be welcoming, places you want to return to again and again. 

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The printed guide includes background information about the regions of Britain, local walks, lists of Houses and Gardens to visit and colour route planning maps. The 320-page full colour guide is available for £13.50 (inc. P&P) on info@signpost.co.uk or from the postal address below.

Purchasers of the book receive a Signpost Advantage Card, which entitles them to 10% off the prices listed in the book, at many hotels featured on this site or to a room upgrade, according to availability. Cardholders need to quote their member number when booking.