Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa has announced it has become the first hotel in Wiltshire to be accredited by global network Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

The Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) network is the unrivalled community of some of the world’s finest small luxury independent hotels, comprising of over 520 hotels in over 90 countries. Known for its strict controls, the SLH criteria ensures only the best hotels receive its seal of approval.

Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa was recently acquired and transformed by renowned South West-based boutique hoteliers, Ian and Christa Taylor, owners of the Kaleidoscope Collection, to bring forward an eclectic new destination hotel to join its portfolio.

Image - Small Luxury Hotels of the World at Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa

Once cherished as a family country home passing through the hands of some of England’s most upper echelon families, the Hotel now sits as an iconic and historic landmark emulating the sense of warmth, history, and creativity of the community.

This seal of approval from SLH will further place the 19th century, 32-bedroom country house and spa as a leading ‘home away from home’.

Kaleidoscope Collection owners, Ian and Christa Taylor, already boast a favourable reputation within hotel circles and have put plans in motion to modernise Bishopstrow with their archetypal style. 

Image: Terrace at Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa

Ian Taylor, co-owner of Kaleidoscope Collection says: “Since we took ownership of Bishopstrow in the summer, it was our ambition to join the prestigious SLH collection, alongside one of our sister properties Homewood. 

“Small Luxury Hotels represents the pinnacle of boutique hospitality: properties which are more than somewhere to lay your head, that capture your heart and mind during a stay, and provide unique, memorable moments. 

“To be accepted into SLH at the beginning of our ownership at Bishopstrow speaks volumes for the journey we’re embarking upon. 

“I am so proud our entire team at Bishopstrow, who strive daily to deliver a luxury experience with a touch of playfulness and an infectious spirit.”

Managing Director of Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa, Jonathan Walker, says: “We have been long looking forward to becoming a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World; at the heart of what we do and what we stand for is to be passionately independent. 

“Therefore, SLH is a perfect partner as we invest and further enhance our guests’ experiences at Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa over the coming years.”