Hotels 1 to 4 in Newmarket, Suffolk

The Rutland Arms Hotel - Once a coaching inn, this striking stone Georgian building today offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of Newmarket. Walk through the central archway into a secluded cobbled courtyard, once home stables and now an excellent spot to sit in fine weather. In the winter months, unwind beside open fires in any of the 3 rooms of the Nell Gywn bar and lounge. With excellent road access to the historic city of Cambridge and the stunning cathedral at Ely, a stay at the Rutland Arms can offer a glimpse of England's heritage.

Cadogan Hotel - Housed within a 19th century building, steeped in character and history, this small famil-run hotel is ideally situated just 500 metres away from Newmarket's bustling High Street. In 1895, a gentleman of a rather dubious nature, known as Gordon Chetwynd, sold what was known then as Rutland Cottage to the 5th Earl of Cadogan. The Earl numbered amongst his closest friends Edward, Prince of Wales, later to become King Edward VII. Rumour has it that the king himself became a frequent visitor to the hotel and entertained the beautiful Lilly Langtry here. Secret passages are said to exist between Cadogan Hotel and the king's quarters at Palace House. Since taking over the hotel in October 2002, Kevin and Julie Reed have undertaken a continual improvement programme. The rooms, bar and restaurant have now been upgraded, with further improvements planned to help the Cadogan enhance its AA 3-star small hotel award.

Bedford Lodge Hotel, Leisure and Restaurant - Set amid rose gardens, this peaceful hotel has luxurious modern facilities and its architecture dates back to the 17th century. Excellent cuisine is served in the award-winning Orangery restaurant. Bedford Lodge has a first-class health club complete with a 15-metre indoor pool, a Jacuzzi bath, a sauna and steam rooms. Use of the leisure club is included in the room rate. The hotel is 20 minutes from Cambridge and has easy access to Central London. Bedford Lodge Hotel combines classic charm with modern comforts. Bedrooms are stylish and well-appointed, and the conference rooms are spacious.

Best Western Heath Court Hotel - The Best Western Heath Court Hotel is a 3 minute walk to the main High Street, and a 5 minute drive to the races. We welcome you with style and warm traditional Suffolk friendliness. All of our forty-one en suite, centrally heated, bedrooms offer first- class accommodation and include satellite television, dvd player, direct dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and trouser press. Quality toiletries in all luxury bathrooms. The hotel has its own restaurant with a wide selection of dishes, Tipsters Bar, and conference and banqueting rooms. Newmarket is famous for its horse racing: the Rowley Mile with its recently developed stand and the July Course. Newmarket is also known as the centre of British horse racing. The Hotel is situated adjacent to the farmed heath where some of the town's 3000 racehorses can be seen training every morning.