If you are tired of staying in chain hotels offering the standard amenities, choose a theme hotel for your next visit to the United Kingdom. Theme hotels may range from luxurious to slightly wacky with the motif usually apparent throughout the property, including the guest rooms, restaurants and public areas. From a Beatles-inspired hotel in Liverpool to a Caribbean-inspired resort in Staffordshire, theme hotels offer a variety of fantasy vacations in the U.K.
Located in the Beatles' hometown of Liverpool, the upscale theme hotel displays artwork of the Fab Four throughout the property. Situated in a historic 1884 structure, the Central Buildings, designed by Thomas C. Clarke, features a classic design with large marble columns. In addition to Beatles artwork, all of the 110 guest rooms provide complimentary bottled water, free Internet connections, flat-screen satellite televisions and deluxe showers. The decor of the McCartney Suite honors the life and music of Sir Paul through images and art. In tribute to the late John Lennon, the Lennon Suite features panoramic city views as well as an iconic white piano in front of a white wall. The motif is continued with Beatles-inspired cocktails in the Bar Four; the group's greatest hits are played in the Live Lounge and Blakes Restaurant provides a casual atmosphere along with artistic images of the Fab Four.
Hard Days Night Hotel
Central Buildings
North John St.
Liverpool, Merseyside L2 6RR
United Kingdom
+44-151-236-1964
harddaysnighthotel.com
Approximately two and a half hours southwest of London, this boutique hotel is situated in the Soho Quarter of Bournemouth. The privately-owned hotel is run by Roo and Gerry Wilton, owners of a chocolate fountain company. All of the 13 guest rooms are decorated in brown tones and provide flat-screen televisions, an iPod docking station, free wireless Internet access, tea and coffee making facilities as well as daily chocolate treats. Guest may start their morning with a complimentary breakfast and end the day with a selection of speciality chocolate cocktails in the Chocolate Bar. A two and half hour chocolate workshop discusses the history of chocolate as participants learn how to make Belgian truffles with an experienced chocolatier.
The Chocolate Boutique Hotel
5 Durley Rd.
Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5JQ
United Kingdom
+44-120-255-6857
thechocolateboutiquehotel.co.uk/
The tropical theme hotel is part of the Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire. Designed for fun family vacations, the hotel features a Caribbean theme and a colorful decor. Based on the adventure tale, "Mutiny on the Bounty," 12 pirate themed rooms include hidden treasure chests with toys and chocolate coins, galleon style bunk beds and wooden floors modeled after a buccaneer's cabin. The beachcomber guest rooms provide double beds and bunk beds as well as flat-screen televisions.The Caribbean motif is continued with exotic and International cuisine served in Flambo's Feast restaurant and Ma Garrita's bar. In addition to Splashing Landings, the resort offers a second theme hotel. The Alton Towers Hotel is based on the travels and inventions of an eccentric fictional character, Sir Algenon Alton. A year-round tropical water park, a full service luxury spa and a theme park, open March through November are also situated on the property.
Alton Towers Resort
Alton, Staffordshire ST10 4DB
United Kingdom
+44-871-222-1100
altontowers.com
