4★ Leonardo Hotel - Cheltenham

This contemporary chain-hotel is 15 minutes’ drive outside of the centre of Cheltenham and the racecourse. The spacious rooms are stylish and comfortable each with Freeview TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities and an en-suite bathroom. For food, there’s the on-site restaurant or room service, and drinks are served at the lounge bar. There’s also a fully-equipped gym with a heated swimming pool, sauna and tennis courts, as well as plenty of conference facilities.