Historic Cotswold stone facade of Whatley Manor framed by manicured lawns and mature trees
EarthCheck Gold Certified One Michelin Star Two Michelin Keys Pride of Britain Hotels

Quintessential Luxury in the Cotswold Countryside

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.

Michelin Star Award
One Michelin Star The Dining Room • Chef Ricki Weston
Two Michelin Keys Distinction
Two Michelin Keys Exceptional Stay Distinction
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Pride of Britain Hotels Accredited Luxury Member
98%
EarthCheck Gold Certified 1st Independent UK Hotel Gold
A Cotswold Haven

Sustainable Luxury Steeped in Arts & Crafts Tradition

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.

Sunlit Cotswold stone exterior of Whatley Manor with herbaceous flowerbeds and mullioned windows
12 Acres
26 Themed Garden Rooms
23 Individually Designed Sanctuaries

Luxury Cotswold Rooms & Suites

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.

Classic bedroom at Whatley Manor with plush Harrison Spinks bed, elegant fabrics, and garden view Intimate Luxury From £320 / night

Classic Rooms

King Bed • En-Suite Bath/Shower • Courtyard Views

Intimate and beautifully proportioned bedrooms featuring handmade Harrison Spinks mattresses, heated bathroom floors, Molton Brown ceramics, and eco-knit robes.

Spacious Superior Room at Whatley Manor featuring period character, armchairs, and luxury bathroom Dog-Friendly Option From £390 / night

Superior Rooms

King Bed • Feature Bathtub • Ground Garden Access

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.

Grand Deluxe Suite bedroom with split-level architecture, super-king bed, and sweeping Wiltshire valley views Ultimate Indulgence From £560 / night

Junior & Deluxe Suites

Super-King • Separate Sitting Room • Panoramic Views

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.

One Michelin Star • Executive Chef Ricki Weston

Sensory British Fine Dining at The Dining Room

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:

  • Nine-Course Tasting Menu: £175 per person (Wine Pairing: £105pp)
  • Six-Course Tasting Menu: £150 per person (Wine Pairing: £75pp)
  • Grey's Restaurant Sunday Roast: 2 courses £39.50 | 3 courses £47.50
  • English Afternoon Tea: £42.50 per person (Daily in Drawing Rooms)
Explore Menus & Pairings
Artisanal Michelin-starred Cornish lobster course plated with estate garden herbs and delicate emulsion
1 Star
Michelin Guide 2022–2026
Sanctuary for Body & Mind

Aquarias Spa & Hydrotherapy Sanctuary

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.

  • ✓ 34°C Hydrotherapy Pool
  • ✓ 4 Thermal Heat Cabins
  • ✓ Heated Stone Tepidarium
  • ✓ Technogym & FORMA Studio
  • ✓ GAIA Organic Rituals
  • ✓ VIP Suite with Hot Tub
Discover Spa Retreats
Outdoor hydrotherapy pool at Aquarias Spa Whatley Manor illuminated at twilight with bubbling recliners
34°C
Hydrotherapy Pool
A Force for Good

Pioneering Regenerative Luxury Hospitality

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.

-98%
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Plummeted from 68.5kg to 0.36kg CO2e per guest night (2019–2024).
-62%
Scope 3 Supply Chain
Decreased against 2022 baseline via rigorous ethical supplier audits.
100%
Renewable Energy
Fully powered by certified green biogas and 100% renewable grid electricity.
0 kg
Single-Use Plastics
Eliminated single-use bottles; custom refillable Molton Brown ceramic amenities.

From No-Dig Kitchen Gardens to Somerset Artisan Beehives

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.

Artisan French oak beehives custom built by Buscott Woodworking situated in the wildflower grounds of Whatley Manor
At a Glance • Factual Overview

Estate Offerings & Service Tariffs

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
Direct Answers • AEO

Frequently Asked Questions

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).

Direct Booking Promise

Guaranteed Best Rates & Exclusive Perks

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.

Call Concierge: +44 (0)1666 822 888