The Victoria Hotel, Sidmouth, Devon

This elegant hotel is often referred to as one of England's finest. Standing in 5 acres of landscaped gardens, it has magnificent views over Sidmouth and its ever-changing coastline.

Fine food, luxurious accommodation and friendly hospitality is what the Victoria is renowned for. The hotel has an AA Rosette for its cuisine.

The Victoria Hotel is an easy 5-minute walk into the town centre with its pretty shops, cafes and traditional pubs selling local ales and produce. Exeter is a 15 to 20-minute drive away and has modern cafes, restaurants and shops and a new shopping centre, Princesshay.

There are impressive, comfortable lounges, an inviting bar and the elegant Jubilee Restaurant with views overlooking Sidmouth Bay. Enjoy the heated indoor and outdoor pools, the sauna, solarium, spa bath, full-size snooker table and games room.

The Victoria Hotel enjoys prime location on Sidmouth's seafront and is just a short, level walk from the town centre. Sidmouth, rich in Georgian and Victorian architecture, has won many awards for its gardens and formal displays that thrive in the South coast's mild climate.

Complementing the hotel's leisure facilities, Sidmouth offers a wealth of sporting activities, including golf, horse riding, sea and river fishing, wind surfing, sailing and bowls.

However, if you have a more relaxing breakaway on your mind, then there's still plenty to see and do throughout the year. The hotel is only a short drive away from some of the most impressive gardens and stately homes in Britain, while the cathedral city of Exeter is a shopper's paradise.

You will find that the rooms at The Victoria Hotel reflect the elegance and luxury of the main hotel building. Beautifully furnished, the great majority are south-facing with exceptional sea and coastal views. Many rooms also have French windows leading onto spacious private balconies.

Every room is equipped with a private en suite bathroom and a range of convenient facilities (please see individual room details for a complete list).

For those who wish to dine in their room, the hotel operates 24-hour room service.

Importantly, a lift provides easy access to all floors.