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A brand new award, this is the AA’s ultimate accolade for hotels in the UK. It is awarded to outstanding examples of a spa hotel.

South Lodge, Lower Beeding, West Sussex 

The Spa at South Lodge is simply one of the best in the UK. Set into the natural contours of the land and designed with sustainability in mind, The Spa complements the landscape with a meadow roof and green oak cladding, bringing the outside in and extending the spa out into the grounds.

This 44,000 sq. ft. luxury spa has a state-of-the-art gym and spin studio, indoor pool, outdoor hydrotherapy pool, wild swimming and a thermal suite. There are also plenty of treatment rooms for both members, hotel residents and day guests.

A wide range of treatments are available, as well as terraced sun decks, a mud room and the Ridgeview Beauty Bar. The Watershed serves a selection of drinks and light bites during the summer months.