A pause made for pages
An invitation to slow down and savour the pleasure of reading. A carefully chosen book awaits you on arrival, thoughtfully selected in collaboration with Mr B’s Emporium of Reading Delights. Within the gentle rhythm of the hotel and the life of the city beyond, there are moments to retreat with your book, whether in the comfort of your room or over a coffee in the lounge. Mornings unfold gently with leisurely breakfast, and one unhurried afternoon is set aside for coffee, cake and uninterrupted time with your chosen read. Calm and personal, this is a stay shaped around stillness, comfort and the pleasure of getting lost in a good book.
A gentle start to your day
Each morning begins with a leisurely breakfast. With a choice of Continental or a full English to ease you into the day.
A book chosen just for you
Our neighbours at Mr B’s Emporium, just around the corner, will personally select a bespoke book for you. Waiting at your arrival, guided by your responses to the pre-stay questionnaire.
Coffee, cake and quiet time
Settle in with your book in the lounge, bar, terrace or bedroom and enjoy a slice of cake from our dessert trolley. Served with a pot of tea or coffee, an unhurried moment made for reading and stillness.
Terms and conditions
This offer is based on two guests sharing a room for a minimum stay of two nights. Full prepayment is required at the time of booking and the offer is non-refundable, non-transferable and subject to availability. To ensure your personally selected book is waiting for you on check-in, we ask that your pre-stay questionnaire is completed at least five days before arrival. To arrange your book, we will share your name, arrival date and questionnaire responses with Mr B’s only; your email address and telephone number will not be shared.
Book using code: MRB
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