Hand Picked Hotels is a beautiful collection of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, every hotel boasts an extraordinary location, from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands.
Dedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. Delivered by warm and caring colleagues, Hand Picked Hotels are the perfect places for guests to unwind, relax and be pampered. With every need taken care of, the team at each hotel ensures every guest has a magical experience, encouraging them to return time and again.
Passion for locally sourced food is clear at every hotel. Award-winning chefs create delectable modern British cuisine, served with the best wines, including Villa Saletta wines from Hand Picked’s family owned, Tuscan vineyard.
Hand Picked Hotels was founded in 2001 by owner and Chairman, Julia Hands MBE. Whilst each hotel is individual, every property fulfils the company values of family, individuality, community and care, ensuring a hand picked experience for every guest and colleague.
The QHotels Collection. Same But Different. Same amazing range of resorts and hotels. Same four-star facilities, award-winning spas and championship-level golf courses. Same people, same passions and the same promise to create truly memorable experiences. The difference? We’re unifying it all under one umbrella and a new name. Welcome to The QHotels Collection.
We know every customer is different, which is why our dedicated staff are always on hand to help - whether that's to cater for fussy little ones, arrange a spa treatment or help you organise a 250-strong conference.
Our mission is to make your stay as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, whatever your reason for visiting us. With over 3,650 bedrooms across the UK and a team of colleagues that live and breathe great service, you'll always be able to find what you need at a QHotel.
Jesmond Dene House is a 4 AA red star privately-owned boutique-style hotel with 40 bedrooms and is home to Fern Dining Room & Bar.
We also have a range of business and private dining rooms holding up to 130 guests.
Our location is unique, sitting nestled at the side of the wooded valley of Jesmond Dene; a country hotel setting in gardens with free car parking yet only minutes from the suburb of Jesmond or bustle of Newcastle city centre and the quayside.