Deals

Last-Minute Deals

The best staycations are sometimes the ones you did not plan. A sudden gap in the diary, an unexpected spell of sunshine, or simply the realisation that you need to get away — and you need to do it now. Last-minute travel strips away the weeks of anticipation and replaces them with spontaneity, and there is something liberating about arriving at a property you booked that morning. The UK is perfectly suited to last-minute escapes: the distances are manageable, the variety is enormous, and there is always somewhere with availability if you know where to look. These properties span every region, style, and price point in our collection. Whether you are looking for a romantic bolt-hole for tonight or a family-friendly escape for the coming weekend, start here. Last-minute does not mean second-best — some of the most memorable trips begin with a Thursday evening search and end with a reluctant Sunday checkout. The properties below represent the full breadth of our collection, shuffled to surface hidden gems alongside established favourites.

The Collection

Showing 20 Stays

Foreland Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage — Lynton, Devon

Lynton, Devon

Foreland Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage

National Trust lighthouse cottage on dramatic Devon coast with stunning coastal views.

mid stay£150-300/night
Foxhill Manor — Broadway, Cotswolds

Broadway, Cotswolds

Foxhill Manor

#1 UK hotel in 2024 CN Readers' Choice — all-inclusive private house with 8 unique bedrooms.

luxury stay£500+/night
Longueville Manor — St Saviour, Jersey

St Saviour, Jersey

Longueville Manor

13th-century manor house with Relais & Châteaux status

top stay£££
Silchester Farm — Hampshire

Hampshire

Silchester Farm

Boutique 'Pyggies' pig-arc suites plus barn house and farmhouse for groups.

unique stay£200-300/night
Fairyhill — Reynoldston, Gower

Reynoldston, Gower

Fairyhill

Romantic retreat in Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

mid stay£££
Grove of Narberth — Narberth, Pembrokeshire

Narberth, Pembrokeshire

Grove of Narberth

#1 Pembrokeshire luxury hotel — Georgian house with 4 AA Rosette dining.

luxury stay£300+/night
Cuillin Hills Hotel — Portree, Isle of Skye

Portree, Isle of Skye

Cuillin Hills Hotel

Portree Bay views and Highland hospitality

mid stay££
Rocpool Reserve — Inverness, Highland

Inverness, Highland

Rocpool Reserve

Stylish boutique hotel with sleek design and acclaimed restaurant in Inverness.

luxury stay£220-400/night
The Pig on the Beach — Studland, Dorset

Studland, Dorset

The Pig on the Beach

Beachside Pig with sea views and kitchen garden.

mid stay£200-300/night
Kinloch Lodge Hotel and Restaurant — Isle of Skye

Isle of Skye

Kinloch Lodge Hotel and Restaurant

Family-run 17th-century hunting lodge on Loch Na Dal with superb 9/10 rating.

luxury stay£300+/night
Sandy Mount House — Rhosneigr, Anglesey

Rhosneigr, Anglesey

Sandy Mount House

Five-star coastal boutique with contemporary sea-view rooms and on-site coastal cuisine.

luxury stay£200-350/night
Fishmore Hall — Ludlow, Shropshire

Ludlow, Shropshire

Fishmore Hall

Restored Georgian house with luxury bedrooms, Shell Spa, hot tub and countryside views.

luxury stay£200-380/night
The Ollerod — Beaminster, Dorset

Beaminster, Dorset

The Ollerod

The Times' "unpretentious foodie bolthole" with 13 rooms.

mid stay£135-200/night
Bodysgallen Hall & Spa — Llandudno, Conwy

Llandudno, Conwy

Bodysgallen Hall & Spa

17th-century National Trust country house with Snowdonia views, spa and 200 acres of parkland.

luxury stay£300-550/night
Burgh Island Hotel — Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon

Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon

Burgh Island Hotel

Art Deco hotel on its own private island with 25 uniquely decorated rooms.

luxury stay£400+/night
Burley Manor — Burley, New Forest

Burley, New Forest

Burley Manor

New Forest manor with Sunday lunch, deer sanctuary views and Halloween vibes.

mid stay£200-300/night
The Harper — Langham, Norfolk

Langham, Norfolk

The Harper

Langham boutique blending Art Nouveau and boutique design with breakfast included.

mid stay£200-300/night
The Feathers — Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Woodstock, Oxfordshire

The Feathers

17th-century Woodstock inn near Blenheim Palace — dog-friendly with two restaurants.

mid stay£200-300/night
The Lime Tree Hotel — Belgravia, London

Belgravia, London

The Lime Tree Hotel

Lined stucco townhouse in Belgravia with The Buttery café loved by locals.

unique stay£200-300/night
Primrose House St. Ives — St. Ives, Cornwall

St. Ives, Cornwall

Primrose House St. Ives

9 boutique bedrooms with stylish bar and direct access to Porthminster Beach.

mid stay£200-300/night

FAQ

Last-Minute Deals — FAQ

Our Last-Minute Deals collection is curated from the highest-rated properties in our database. We sort by guest ratings and editorial quality to surface the stays that consistently deliver outstanding experiences. Check back regularly as availability changes.

For the best selection, book 2-4 weeks ahead for midweek stays and 4-8 weeks for weekends. Last-minute availability can appear, especially midweek and in shoulder seasons. Flexibility on dates gives you the widest choice.

Every property in our Last-Minute Deals collection has been selected for quality as well as value. We focus on stays that deliver exceptional experiences relative to their price point, whether that is a luxury hotel at an accessible rate or a characterful budget stay that punches above its weight.