True to its name, the property is indeed quite old, but in the historic sense – it dates back to 1559, with the charm (and occasional creak) to prove it.

Bring your furry friends along for the ride. This place is pet friendly.

Ideal location right on the Brighton seafront, a short stroll from The Lanes.

Super-central spot means biggies like the Royal Pavilion and Brighton Pier are totally strollable.

Chronic under-packers can freshen up with the in-house laundry.

Steps from Gatwick South Terminal departures, so you can hit snooze without missing your flight.

Recently built, with mod rooms and a circular, smartly designed lobby.

Connected right to the airport, so you can go straight from bed to boarding (more or less).

Evocative wing-shaped canopy over main entrance boldly proclaims this place's airport hotel-ness.

Classic charm with contemporary flair – the 16th century has never looked this good.

Only 10 min from Gatwick, the shuttle bus will pick you up and drop you off for a small fee.

An opulent country manor: gorgeous old brick façade, decadent dark wood paneling, shimmering chandeliers and richly upholstered furnishings.

Chalet-style architecture blends in with the peaceful rural-ness that is the racecourse.

Cosy library bar is your hideaway. Go on, turn that phone all the way off.

If these walls could talk, they’d have stories about Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton, as well as poet John Keats. (Ooh, do tell, walls!)