Intimate Luxury
From £320 / night
Classic Rooms
Intimate and beautifully proportioned bedrooms featuring handmade Harrison Spinks mattresses, heated bathroom floors, Molton Brown ceramics, and eco-knit robes.
Nestled within 12 acres of 26 distinctly themed Arts & Crafts gardens, Whatley Manor combines five-star British hospitality with restorative wellness at Aquarias Spa and world-class Michelin-starred gastronomy by Executive Head Chef Ricki Weston.
Surrounded by the undulating countryside of North Wiltshire, Whatley Manor is an adult-oriented retreat designed for relaxation, restorative wellness, and epicurean exploration.
Originally an 18th-century farm estate known as Twatley Manor, the estate was expanded in 1925 by Canadian Beaufort Hunt Master H. C. Cox and architect Septimus Warwick, who landscaped 12 acres into 22 distinct Arts and Crafts garden rooms. Restored by the Landolt and Christian de Coulon family since 2000, Whatley Manor reopened in 2003 as one of England’s most celebrated five-star destinations.
Today, under General Manager Chris Smith, Sustainability Advisor Sue Williams, and Executive Head Chef Ricki Weston, the hotel sets the global benchmark for regenerative hospitality—harmonising historic preservation with independent EarthCheck Gold environmental governance.
Each of our 23 guest bedrooms and suites blends traditional country manor elegance with contemporary comfort. Furnished with handcrafted Harrison Spinks pocket-sprung mattresses from Yorkshire, underfloor-heated stone bathrooms, refillable ceramic Molton Brown amenities, and complimentary Aquarias Spa access.
Intimate Luxury
From £320 / night
Intimate and beautifully proportioned bedrooms featuring handmade Harrison Spinks mattresses, heated bathroom floors, Molton Brown ceramics, and eco-knit robes.
Dog-Friendly Option
From £390 / night
Generously proportioned with deeper seating alcoves and deep soaking tubs. Ground-floor Tudor Wing rooms provide direct exterior access to the North Garden and welcome dogs.
Ultimate Indulgence
From £560 / night
Split-level and open-plan suites featuring dedicated drawing lounges, rollaway beds for older families (12+), walk-in showers, and majestic views across the Wiltshire valley.
Retained consecutively since 2022, The Dining Room presents an innovative culinary journey rooted in zero-waste ethics, seasonal preservation, and our own 12-acre kitchen gardens.
The experience unfolds in three distinct stages: aperitifs and welcoming bites in the Drawing Room, an interactive presentation with Chef Ricki Weston at the kitchen pass, and the concluding progression seated in the intimate dining room overlooking the lit courtyards.
Tasting Menu Curations:
A serene wellness pavilion designed to restore balance through natural thermal bathing, hydrotherapy, and holistic rituals in partnership with GAIA Skincare and Sothys.
Immerse yourself in our indoor/outdoor hydrotherapy pool heated to 34°C with air loungers and swan neck massage pipes. Restore circulation in the thermal cabins: the aromatic Steam Grotto, Calidarium, Laconium, and Infrared Sauna. Recline on the heated stone loungers of the Tepidarium or invigorate with crushed salt scrubs.
Whatley Manor is the first independent UK hotel to attain prestigious EarthCheck Gold Certification. Through verified benchmarking, we have decoupled five-star luxury from environmental impact.
Our 12-acre grounds operate on regenerative soil principles. Head Gardener Michael Adams and Chef Ricki Weston liaise daily to cultivate heirloom vegetables in Victorian Alitex glasshouses, manage aerated composting bays that recycle hotel food scraps within 8 months, and maintain handcrafted French oak beehives built by Buscott Woodworking in Somerset.
Surplus emissions are offset through the verified Climate Action Reserve project in San Jerónimo Coatlán, Oaxaca, Mexico, supporting communal cloud forest regeneration.
Transparent pricing, operational schedules, and verified guest amenities across Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa.
| Experience / Outlet | Format & Highlights | Operating Schedule | Published Tariffs | Key Policies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dining Room | One Michelin Star; 6 or 9-course seasonal tasting journey by Ricki Weston | Thu–Sun: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 6 courses £150pp • 9 courses £175pp | Pre-book • £100pp deposit |
| Grey's Restaurant | Informal dining, British classics, seasonal small plates & roasts | Daily from 6:00 PM • Sun 12:30–2:30 PM | Sunday Roast: £39.50 (2-course) / £47.50 (3-course) | Children welcome |
| Aquarias Full Day Spa | Full spa access, 2x 60-min GAIA treatments, 2-course lunch | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Mon–Thu £255pp • Fri–Sun £275pp | Includes £5 Mind charity donation |
| Regency Afternoon Tea | Savouries, plain/buttermilk fruit scones, patisserie, fine teas | Mon–Sat 12:30–3:30 PM • Sun 2:00–3:30 PM | £42.50pp • Gusbourne glass £16 | Veg / Vegan / GF available |
| Classic & Superior Rooms | Harrison Spinks bed, Molton Brown ceramics, spa access included | Check-in: 3:00 PM • Check-out: 11:00 AM | From £320 – £390 per night | Spa access from 1pm arrival |
| Dog-Friendly Stays | Dog bed, bowls, toys, walking maps; ground floor Tudor rooms | Year-round (Subject to room availability) | £40 supplement per dog, per night | Dogs 1yr+ • Restrict in dining |
Essential information regarding booking terms, dining reservations, spa etiquette, dog stays, and estate accessibility.
Yes, Whatley Manor warmly welcomes well-behaved dogs aged one year and older in designated ground-floor Superior Rooms and Suites with direct garden access. A nightly supplement of £40 per dog includes a luxury dog basket sized to breed, feeding and water bowls, a dog toy, and estate walking maps. Dogs are welcome on leads throughout the 12-acre grounds and in the Drawing Rooms and Lounges (where Grey’s menu and Afternoon Tea can be served). For hygiene and guest comfort, dogs are strictly prohibited inside The Dining Room and Grey's Restaurant (assistance dogs permitted throughout).
Whatley Manor features One Michelin Star at The Dining Room, helmed by Executive Head Chef Ricki Weston since February 2022. It offers interactive 6-course (£150pp) and 9-course (£175pp) tasting menus. In addition, Whatley Manor holds Two Michelin Keys for exceptional hotel hospitality. For relaxed dining, Grey's Restaurant serves British classics, seasonal small plates, and Sunday roasts (£39.50/£47.50). The Green Room offers an exclusive 16-seat open kitchen theatre for masterclasses, and traditional Afternoon Tea (£42.50pp) is served daily.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Residential guests enjoy extended complimentary access to the Aquarias Spa hydrotherapy pool, thermal suites, and fitness gym starting from 1:00 PM on their arrival day until 1:00 PM on their departure day. Luggage storage and valet parking are provided complimentary.
To preserve a serene, adult-oriented sanctuary, Whatley Manor welcomes guests aged 12 years and older for bedroom stays and spa treatments (spa facilities accessible to guests 16+). Children of all ages are warmly welcomed for dining in Grey's Restaurant and Afternoon Tea. The hotel operates a smart casual dress code across lounges and restaurants (jackets and ties are not required; sportswear and bathrobes are restricted to the spa).
Standard bedroom reservations require a 30% deposit at the time of booking, with a 72-hour cancellation notice policy (cancellations within 72 hours forfeit the stay value). The Dining Room requires a £100 per person deposit, refundable with 72 hours written notice. Spa day retreats require 48 hours notice. Group bookings of 4 to 9 rooms require a 14-day cancellation notice. A 10% discretionary service charge is added at departure.
Yes. Whatley Manor provides valet parking, level ground access to Reception, Bar, and restaurants (bamboo and tiled flooring), a 1-metre wide passenger elevator, and an adapted accessible bedroom (Room 23) featuring wide 80cm doorways, roll-in shower cubicle with grab rails, and toilet assistance rails. Portable ramps allow access to drawing rooms and garden terraces. Aquarias Spa ground level is fully wheelchair accessible (service dogs permitted; note: pool hoist is currently unavailable).
When reserving directly through our official hotel desk or online booking service, you are guaranteed the lowest available rate, priority room allocation, complimentary Aquarias Spa passes, and flexible arrangements.