Welcome to GuestHouse Hotels - an independent hospitality group created by three brothers, Tristan, James and Tom Guest, with a love of creating one-off, wonder-filled hotels.
This summer, discover relaxing suites and bedrooms, heavenly spas, and never-tried-that-before dishes, all wrapped up in the unique character of the city or coast they call home. Whether you're seeking a sunshine-filled city break or a restorative escape by the sea, every GuestHouse is designed for slowing down, settling in, and making the most of the season.
You'll find Pearly Cow in most of our hotels too - our sister restaurant serving the freshest fish and indulgent cuts in beautiful surroundings, perfect for long lunches, golden-hour dinners, and everything in between.
Whether you’re chasing the restorative salt air of Margate and Brighton or the storied, golden-hued charm of Bath and York, our houses are yours.
We don’t believe in "standard" stays, which is why you’ll find everything from tucked-away boltholes for the solo explorer to grand, characterful suites for the whole kindred crew.
Every space is a curated tangle of hand-picked antiques, sink-in textures, and those essential home comforts - with just enough quiet wonder to make you feel like you’ve discovered the hotspots' best-kept secret.
Our beautiful Regency-style townhouse is as Brighton seafront as it gets. Expect a great restaurant and bar, seriously comfortable bedrooms, a cocooning spa and of course, genuinely welcoming, happy people.
The Times Best 250 Hotels in the UK 2026
Need we say more?
Where it all began, say hello to No. 15, our gorgeous Georgian townhouse located on one of Bath’s grandest streets in one of Britain’s greatest cities. Come in for The Bar at No. 15 and a spa that sings of the city.
Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award
Recognising businesses that rank in Tripadvisor's Top 10%.
Our York charmer is located in the heart of the kingly-and-queenly city. Inside you’ll find lovable bedrooms, a locally-inspired restaurant, bar and lounge as well as a seriously soothing spa.
Tripadvisor 2025 Golden Badge Award
We're in the top 1% of all properties globally on TripAdvisor.
Our Victorian beauty of a beachfront building, perfectly placed at the heart of this art-filled, fun-filled town. You’ll find beach view bedrooms, a restaurant, rooftop bar and spa.
Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award
Recognising businesses that rank in Tripadvisor's Top 10
When it comes to booking your stay, there's no need to shop around - you'll always get the (Guest)Best rates as well as all the below extras, at no extra cost, when you book directly with us.
- Up to 10% off room rates when booking direct
- 20% off any spa treatments taken during your stay
- Noon checkout (because a little later is a lot lovelier)
All you need to do is sign up below (for free) to become a GuestBest member. All the extras, at no extra cost.
And that's just the start. The more you stay, the more your membership gives back as you continue to climb the GuestBest Tiers.
Caring for your skin - and yourself - is the work of every season.
Step into our tranquil hotel hideaways to discover restorative therapies designed to bring you back to your best. It’s a place for slower mornings, unhurried afternoons, and that welcome feeling of having nowhere else to be.
Everything here settled you: soft light, natural textures, and a cocooning atmosphere. Our treatments focus on restoration - soothing massages and personalised rituals shaped around what you need - so you leave feeling lighter and truly looked after.
Make friends with the sunshine. Our hand-picked 'Six Weeks of Summer' guide rounds up the loveliest goings-on across Bath, York, Brighton and Margate - think Pride celebrations, open-air concerts, story-soaked history, and cinema under the stars.
Whether you fancy salt-air culture by the sea or wandering handsome old streets with an ice cream in hand, we’ve curated a summer line-up worth planning around. Consider this your insider nudge towards a properly brilliant British escape.
Bath on the Beach (June 11 – Aug 2): Royal Victoria Park offers an outdoor beer garden, games, and summer cocktails, perfect for sun-seekers.
Dreamland Summer Series: Alex James’ Britpop Classical (July 24) and OMD (July 25) take over Margate.
On The Beach, Brighton: Seafront concert series featuring Big Beach Boutique 7 and world-class live music.
Brighton & Hove Pride (Aug 1–2): Celebrate at one of the UK’s most famous LGBTQ+ festivals, this year featuring headliners Raye and Diana Ross.
Valley Fest, Bath (July 31 – Aug 2): Enjoy a lakeside mix of live music, delicious local food, and family activities.
York Castle Museum: A Victorian Summer Spectacle involving gala-inspired décor, crafts, and immersive live music.
York Georgian Festival: A citywide celebration of York’s Georgian era, featuring heritage events, talks, tours, and performances across venues.
Margate Pride (Aug 8): A vibrant LGBTQ+ celebration with a parade, performances, art, and parties across town.
National Youth Brass Band: Bath Forum hosts talented young musicians for an uplifting and energetic brass concert.
Wicked: For Good ‘Sing-a-long’: An outdoor movie experience at Margate’s Oval Bandstand & Lawns with popcorn and a communal atmosphere.
Glenn Brown in Bath: The Holburne Museum exhibits paintings by this celebrated artist and local alumnus.
York Minster Organ Recitals: Six musicians perform throughout July and August in this magnificent cathedral.
TEARS Final Show: The Trace Emin Artist Residency culminates at TKE Studios, showcasing diverse contemporary works from the current cohort of resident artists.
Racing in York (Aug 19–22): The Ebor Festival returns with sporting excellence, fashion, and York’s most famous races.
Live Music at Dreamland: Near No. 42, catch Nile Rodgers & Chic (Aug 21) and Bastille (Aug 22).
Present Laughter, Bath: Tracy-Ann Oberman stars in Noël Coward’s witty, hilarious play exploring theatrical fame and its pitfalls at the Theatre Royal.
Brighton Mod Weekender: The Bank Holiday brings sharp suits, music, and a classic scooter run celebrating 21 years.
Day Fever, Brighton (Aug 30): A daytime clubbing event playing iconic 20th-century hits, from Madonna to Prince.
Perched high above Brighton’s seafront, our Lookout Suites offer a serene coastal haven. Enjoy sweeping balcony views of the West Pier and shimmering shoreline. Inside, sun-washed interiors, lofty ceilings, and super-king beds provide ultimate comfort.
Our Large Guest Rooms with balconies overlook Margate’s golden sands. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and unhurried mornings from your super-king bed. Sun-drenched interiors reflect the coast through soft textures, complemented by a roll-top bath.
Taking to the heart of the gothic city of York to say your vows? We’ve been lucky to be part of some wonderfully chic moments this year at No. 1. Think soft candlelight, a sweep of satin, and that first deep breath before you walk in.
From intimate “just-us” ceremonies to a room full of kindred spirits, we’ll host the day with calm hands and excellent taste. Slip away for portraits on cobbled streets, then come home to crisp sheets and a nightcap. If you can picture yourself here, let’s write your story together. Your guests will feel looked after.
Fire-licked, salt-flecked, and distinctly Pearly Cow.
Midweek deserves decadence. Join us in Brighton every Wednesday for a £22 treat by the sea. In York or Margate, the grills fire up every Thursday; enjoy an evening for £22 in York or £20 in Margate.
Steak Night is designed for savouring. Simple, storied, and impossible to resist - see you at the table.
We host the kind of birthdays that your guests will be asking you for details about 🥂
Celebrated the night away with a very special bespoke birthday bash with @indiaamoon. Sparkles, sips and some everlasting memories ✨
If you`ve got a special occasion coming up, drop us a message and we`d love to plan with you
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No. 124 Brighton - The Hideout Suite with @charlotteemilyprice
The most private of rooms in our beachfront beauty. You`ll have your own private entrance, private pantry and private hot tub. There`s a separate lounge with space for two children and a super-king bed. Check-in and enjoy your home away from home
Re-introducing some of the things that just make sense at GuestHouse
Help-yourself-pantry 🍬🍿
Well wouldn`t it be fun to go on a stay and pick out your own snacks to enjoy whilst reading a book, watching a movie or to satisfy the late night munchies 👀 So that`s what we`ve decided to bring to our hotels. Available to all of our guests, wherever you stay!
The Bar at No. 15 is back - shaken, stirred, and transformed
Behind the doors of one of Bath’s most elegant addresses, we’re blending together exceptional cocktails and charming interiors
Step off the street and come inside for a crisp pre-dinner aperitif or an indulgent nightcap before the walk home
Come and see what’s new...
Incredibly proud to share that No. 124 Brighton has been included in The @telegraph’s ‘250 Best Hotels in the UK’ guide, an expert curation of the finest accommodation in the country.
We’re in company amongst incredible hotels so we are delighted to have our coastal townhouse recognised. We hope to welcome more of you in the future, new and returning!
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Checking-in to Room 12 today at No. 1 York? Here`s a peek of your room ☀️ 🍃
[Bootham Suite, first floor]
Our Gift Voucher sale is here - but not for long! 🧖🏻♀️🧖🏻
We`ve hand-picked a collection of GuestHouse gifts and, for the long weekend, enjoy 25% off 🤍
From restorative spa rituals and deep-soak afternoons to a rather sparkling tea at No. 1 York, they`re perfect for someone else, or yourself
Some favourites are in limited numbers, so when they`re gone, they`re gone! Save til Monday and head to our bio to browse and gift
Summer’s calling ☀️, pick up the cocktail🍹
We kept our fingers crossed last Friday that summer would be underway and it looks like it worked 😉
Escape the scorching heat this Bank Holiday weekend and join us up on The Rooftop Bar at No. 42 Margate, Friday through til Monday, for sea breeze, ice cold summer cocktails and sunsets
Moments snapped from the summer party at The Terrace Bar @pearlycowbrighton
Get yourself down there, lots of sun and spritzes ahead for the heatwave! ☀️
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No. 15 Bath - Coach House Large Guest Room
If you liked the sound of staying in The Coach House in one of our previous posts, you’ve got the option for a larger room too. These rooms are family-friendly, with space for a cot in all rooms, and room for our fun mini teepees. Keep them entertained with toys and Yoto Players with story-filled cards during your stay
We’ve got a few rooms left for the Bank Holiday and Half Term. Catch the summer feeling with a family getaway
📸 @wearethelesueurs @alldadstalk, @allmumstalk
No. 124 Brighton can make your seaside wedding dreams come true! 💍🌊
Take over @pearlycowbrighton or The Courtyard for the day, or go all-out with the whole house...
📸: @charlotterebeccaphoto
Things to do in Brighton - save for inspiration 🔖
@artistsopenhouses - 16-17th and 23rd-25th May - visit local artists’ homes and studios
@brightonfestival - until 25th May - celebrate the 60th Brighton Festival with theatre, music, dance, circus, art and family events
@brightonfringe - until 31st May - comedy, cabaret, theatre and pop-up shows
UB40 - 1st June - get your tickets for the big indoor concert
London to Brighton bike ride finish - 21st June - cheer at the finish line
@royalpaviliongardens - one of the city’s best-known landmarks, a great addition to your trip
The Lanes and North Laine - Explore indie shops, vintage stores and street art
Re-introducing some of the things that just make sense at GuestHouse
Our very own...
Signature scent with @oastandrye
Bespoke @ivyandduke dog beds
Curated newspaper
Our candles and reed diffusers in `Persia` create the memory of a stay through scent (available to purchase in our hotels!). We welcome our four-legged friends with their very own dog set-up for those all important naps 💤 And, if there`s one place to find out about all the happenings in the hotels and beyond, it`s by flicking through our seasonal newspaper
Bath summer stay incoming
Need a little help choosing the room for you? Scroll for interior design inspo and we`ll see you when you get here
Supawstars at GuestHouse 🐾
Gus - @katharinee.anne
Max - @sofiacolturanigrassi
Spoon - @spoon_iggy
Moose - @moosethecockapoo_
Darla
Bonnie - @sophie.m.robinson
Kobe - @kobeshowdog
Odie - @odies_adventuress
Louis - @npanagarry
GUESTS WHO...
can’t wait for summer
conquer goals
celebrate milestones
care about the little details
Which guest are you?
Re-introducing some of the things that just make sense at GuestHouse
Coffee and tea stations with a twist ☕️🫖
Open for a surprise! Some of our rooms at No. 1 York and No. 15 Bath have a whimsical doll`s house and some of our rooms at our beachside properties, No. 42 Margate and No. 124 Brighton, have beach huts. Inside you`ll find everything you need for a morning brew, afternoon cuppa or bedtime wind down!
Just making sure that your Bank Holiday weekend plans include some drinks at The Terrace Bar, @pearlycowbrighton. The vibe? Music by @coops.png tonight and then sea-views and sips until the sun goes down 🌊
