Hosts with the Most: Valentine’s Day Hotels in Essex & East London

Where will you get romantic this month?

Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch, East London

Considering its’ less than romantic past as the Old Street Magistrates Court and police station, the Grade II listed Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch scrubbed up well. Now a five-star hotel with a difference, 86 rooms and 42 suites straddle two fun-filled buildings, which include a bowling alley, indoor pool, screening room and themed-venues such as the Judge & Jury restaurant lined with leather-bound law journals and courtroom memorabilia. Dine on classic dishes done well such as crab linguine and Moroccan chickpea tagine.

Romance package from £299 per double room including two glasses of Champagne and strawberries on arrival, three-course dinner,  cooked breakfast and a leisurely 3pm late check out. 

Milsoms in Dedham, Essex

Avoid the smooching couples and choose to celebrate on any day this month except Valentine’s Day itself (or Saturday nights). Milsoms is one of the coolest country house hotels you’ll find, set in rolling countryside on the Essex-Suffolk border in the quaint village of Dedham. Decor is glam-quirky with pop art and bespoke furniture  in all 15 rooms while the laid-back restaurant continues the interior style with an appealing menu fusing updated classics such as Mr G’s Shepherd’s Pie with crispy duck tacos. 

Fabulous February offer from £230 per double includes three course dinner, cooked breakfast, bottle of Moet Imperial Champagne in room on arrival, a red rose and chocolates. Book direct by calling 01206 322795.