Traditional Georgian architecture, eclectic modern design, delicious, all-day dining. No. 131 The Promenade is just a stone's throw from the Montpellier district of Cheltenham, and has been named among the best hotels in the Cotswolds.

Featuring antique furnishings and original artwork, the 11 chic rooms offer WiFi, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels and iPod docks, plus Nespresso machines and minibars. Some rooms have free-standing tubs.

Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast. There's also an upscale restaurant for modern British fare, plus a cocktail bar with a pool table.