The Fish Hotel Review | Hotels Above Par

"Set on a 500-acre estate near Broadway in the Cotswolds, this quirky country retreat mixes manor-house charm (including converted stables) with playful, contemporary touches such as an outdoor bar strung with fairy lights and a scatter of 'Hideaway Huts' down a wooded slope. The huts—one named “Fairy”—are cosy and romantic, featuring a lounge with a stocked minibar and wood fire, a skylit bedroom with a plush bed and roll-top bath overlooking the woodland, a swinging loveseat and a two-person hot tub; privacy can be limited if you dress in front of certain windows. The overall vibe is aimed at romantic weekenders but is also family- and friend-friendly, with warm, personalised service from welcoming hosts. Design can feel rough or kitsch in places, yet the hotel’s bold, different approach and relative affordability (about $300/night including breakfast, 66 rooms) make it a refreshing alternative to pricier local rivals; on-site extras include long countryside walks, easy drives to pretty villages and a cheeky “press for booze” intercom for drinks in the hot tub."