Mighty Mauve

You’ll feel like royalty when you stay in this plush one-bed, and that’s not just thanks to the regal setting, on the Circus (formerly King’s Circus) – one of the city’s most famous Georgian terraces. Or the grandeur of the decor, all immaculate plush carpets, high ceilings and original fireplaces. It’s also the fact that the hosts treat their guests like kings. Welcome packs include wine, biscuits and chocolate; check in and bag storage are flexible; chefs, massages, dry cleaning and babysitters can all be arranged; they even created their own online app to guide guests to local food and drink options. Luckily for those who don’t want to cook (although there is a kitchen), there are dozens of the latter nearby. We recommend taking time to make the most of the West Country dining scene, as well as checking out museums, the nearby Theatre Royal, and the famous spa. After all that, you can return to take a rainfall shower, loll by the fire, and snooze in the comfy sleigh bed. No wonder the tourist board awarded this place a gold star. We'd give it one too.

Home truths:
*With the gorgeous flooring, it's easy to see why the home has a no-shoes inside policy
*This home includes parking for one car until May 2022 when the permit expires
*The bedroom and living room aren’t fully divided, so they’re technically one room rather than two
*There’s no lift up to the apartment entrance on the first floor so it's not one for the less mobile
*There’s no outdoor space with the apartment, but there’s a large park nearby on The Royal Crescent for picnics and strolls