How To Use Your Points For A UK Staycation

If you’ve been accumulating points in various hotel programmes but would rather stay in the UK for your next holiday don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! The UK has some great properties for a weekend (or longer) stay all bookable on points. Below are some of our favourite locations where you can use points for a UK staycation.

UK staycation options

Using Marriott points for a UK staycation

Here are some of our favourite Marriott hotels to use points for a UK staycation…

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

The Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel has golden sands just a few steps away with some rooms featuring stunning sea views! The hotel is also a short walk from Bournemouth Pier and other seafront attractions to help keep the family entertained. Points start at 30,000 Marriott points per night for off-peak redemptions and up to 40,000 for peak redemptions. Booking/more information – https://www.marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/bohbm-bournemouth-highcliff-marriott-hotel/

The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire

The Langley is perfect for a get-away from London without having to travel too far! The hotel is located within Langley Park and you can enjoy twelve hectares of park and woodland. You can also take part in quintessentially English activities in the countryside such as falconry, horse riding and polo. For those wanting a more relaxing break, there is also a spa to pamper yourself. Points start at 50,000 Marriott points per night for off-peak redemptions and up to 70,000 for peak redemptions. Booking/more information – https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/loniv-the-langley-a-luxury-collection-hotel-buckinghamshire/

Sheraton Grand Hotel and Spa, Edinburgh

Overlooking Edinburgh Castle the Sheraton Grand Hotel and Spa is in the perfect place to explore the city and its history. Exhausted after all your exploration? Don’t worry there are also plenty of places to eat, drink and shop being in a major city. For those who prefer a more relaxing experience the hotel’s spa features an infinity swimming pool and a rooftop hydropool and thermal suite. Points start at 40,000 Marriott points per night for off-peak redemptions and up to 60,000 for peak redemptions. Booking/more information – https://www.marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/edisi-sheraton-grand-hotel-and-spa-edinburgh/

Using Hilton points for a UK staycation

Here are some of our favourite Hilton hotels to use points for a UK staycation…

Hilton Brighton Metropole

Set on Brighton seafront the Hilton Brighton Metropole is not only close to the beach but a short walk from Brighton Palace Pier, Royal Pavilion, the boutiques and bars of The Lanes, and the British Airways i360 viewing tower. Need to unwind after a busy day? The hotel’s health club has an indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. Points start at 24,000 Hilton points per night. Booking/more information – https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bshmetw-hilton-brighton-metropole/

Hilton Syon Park

Located within Syon Park you’d never believe the hotel is only 45 minutes from central London. As soon as you step out of the hotel you can explore the grounds of Syon Park and admire the magnificent estate and private apartments (access to Syon House is also included.) After a busy day exploring Syon Park and Syon House you can relax back at the hotel pool and spa. Like to keep yourself busy? You’re still close enough to London for a trip to the theatre or museum. Points start at 35,000 Hilton points per night. Booking/more information – http://www.londonsyonpark.com/

Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia

Opening in the middle of May 2021 the Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia is the perfect place for a UK staycation. It’s located next door to the Adventure Parc Snowdonia where you can go surfing, indoor caving, zip-lines & climbing wall to name a few things! Locally you, of course, have Snowdon to climb and lots of great walks and hikes to adventure on too. Points start at 29,000 Hilton points per night. Booking/more information – https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/vlymsgi-hilton-garden-inn-snowdonia/

Using IHG points for a UK staycation

Here are some of our favourite IHG hotels to use points for a UK staycation…

Remember with IHG’s switch to dynamic pricing the price you see may vary to what we found below…

voco Oxford Spires

The voco Oxford Spires is within easy walking distance of Oxford’s colleges, museums and theatres, which makes it the perfect base from which to discover one of the most historic cities in England. Surrounded by greenery and close to the River Thames there are plenty of relaxing walks to go on too. Points start at 25,000 IHG points per night. Booking/more information – https://oxfordspires.vocohotels.com/

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh Princes Street

Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, the Hotel Indigo Edinburgh Princes Street is located moments away from the city’s main shopping street. Being centrally located makes it great to explore everything Edinburgh has to offer. The hotel also features stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town skyline. Points start at 25,000 IHG points per night. Booking/more information – https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/gb/en/edinburgh/ediin/hoteldetail

Hotel Indigo Stratford Upon Avon

The stunning Hotel Indigo Stratford Upon Avon is based right in the heart of this Victorian market town. The hotel is in a great location for anyone who wants to explore the wealth of culture the town has to offer. It’s directly opposite New Place, the home of William Shakespeare in his later life and just a minute’s walk from the centre of this historic town and its famous Royal Shakespeare Theatres. Points start at 20,000 IHG points per night. Booking/more information – https://stratford.hotelindigo.com/

Conclusion

As you can see there are some great properties all over the UK which are bookable on points! Whether you want to stay in the countryside or city want high-end luxury or creature comforts there are options for everyone. What are your favourite properties in the UK? Let us know in the comments below!

If you are looking to kick-start your Marriott Points with a huge 250,000 points haul don’t forget to take a look at our guide to fast track yourself to a rather cool 250,000 Marriott points – https://pointsuncovered.com/earning-points/fast-track-yourself-to-250000-marriott-bonvoy-points/