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IF YOU FANCY A ROMANTIC VALENTINE'S BREAK WITH YOUR MAN, BOOK SOME LOVING AT ONE OF THESE HOT HOTELS

By Amanda Morison

THE LUGGER HOTEL, PORTLOE

 

Where? Hidden in a tiny cove near Truro, Cornwall.

Why go? The 21-room hotel is a higgledy-piggledy 17th Century retreat with wooden floors and whitewashed walls.

What not to miss Romantic sunset strolls along the coastal path before a fresh-from-the-net fish supper in the Lugger's excellent restaurant.

Romp factor Get in the mood with a massage for two in the spa, where oils are infused with locally-grown herbs.

Room rate Doubles from £160pn, B&B. Call 01872 or visit www.luggerhotel.com

 

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THE HORN OF PLENTY, TAVISTOCK

 

Where? Hidden down a quiet Devon lane, this hotel has stunning views.

Why go? Hide from the world and snuggle beside roaring fires. Rooms are traditional country house style with gigantic beds.

What not to miss A five-course feast - it won the 2007 Good Food Guide Best Restaurant in Devon award.

Romp factor Wrap up and enjoy a gourmet picnic on the banks of the Tamar

Room rate Doubles from £160pn, B&B. Call 01822 835528 or visit www.the hornofplenty.co.uk

 

HOTEL DU VIN, CHELTENHAM

 

Where? In the chic Montpellier district of this picturesque spa town.

Why go? Oversize beds, French bistro dining and bathrooms big enough to wash an entire football team.

What not to miss Detox in the Health du Vin spa, then retox in the Champagne or Grain & Grape bars.

Romp factor Two side-by-side roll-top baths mean you'll have a hot bath time

Room rate Doubles from £135pn, room only. Call 01242 588450 or visit www.hotelduvin.com

 

FEVERSHAM ARMS, NORTH YORKSHIRE

 

Where? In the picture-perfect village of Helmsley

Why go? Some of this cosy inn's 23 rooms have their own wood-burning stoves.

What not to miss Swimming in the heated outdoor pool. After a spot of exercise recharge your batteries with some Yorkshire produce such as shellfish from nearby Whitby.

Romp factor The Do Not Disturb room service menu includes oysters and fruit to dip in hot chocolate sauce.

Room rate Doubles from £135pn, B&B. Call 01439 770766 or visit www.fevershamarmshotel.com

 

TIGERLILY, Edinburgh

 

Where? This Georgian townhouse is in George Street the most fashionable area of the city.

Why go? For the orange and pink chandeliers and an encyclopaedic cocktail list combined with super-romantic bedrooms.

Wnat not to miss Boogie in basement club Lulu then collapse into you four-poster.

Romp factor Play love songs in the room's iPod, fill the bath with Designers Guild smellies, kindle the remote-controlled real-flame fire and wallow together.

Room rate Doubles from £125pn, room only. Call 0131 225 5005 or visit www.tigerlilyedinburgh.co.uk

 

DRAKES HOTEL, BRIGHTON

Where? A boutique hotel overlooking the seafront in the original home of the naughty weekend.

Why go? The glam cocktail bar or the Gingerman Restaurant are great for celeb spotting.

What not to miss The Feature Room has a 7ft wide bed and bath set in front of long and elegant windows.

Romp Factor The hotel's Love Hamper is filled with everything you need for a weekend of fun, from sensual massage oil to a pink tickle feather.

Room rate Doubles from £95pn, room only. Call 01273 696934 or visit www.drakesofbrighton.com

 

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