East Midlands country house in prestigious list of first Michelin Key Hotels in UK

An East Midlands country house has been named in a top Michelin listing that recognises the best hotels in the country.

Hambleton Hall in Rutland, East Midlands has been awarded two Michelin Keys for ‘exceptional’ stays.

The Michelin Guide revealed today (October 1, 2024) a set of brand new one, two and three Key distinctions for the most outstanding hotels in the UK and Ireland.

Hambleton Hall took to social media to share delight at the Key award, paying tribute to the team and guests.

The announcement comes four years into a comprehensive refresh of Michelin’s hotel selection.

What is a Michelin Key Hotel?

Like Michelin Stars for restaurants, the Michelin Keys are awarded to most outstanding hotels.

The Michelin Guide now includes over 5,000 hotels across the world and Hambleton Hall features on this prestigious list.

Other hotels awarded two keys include luxury giants Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, The Dorchester, and 45 Park Lane London.

Michelin say key holder hotels ‘significantly add to travellers’ experience’.

To make the list, each hotel was vetted by Michelin hotel experts and judged excellent in five categories: architecture and interior design; quality and consistency of service; overall personality and character; value for the price; and a significant contribution to the guest experience in a particular setting.

In total, the 2024 Michelin Guide hotel selection for Great Britain and Ireland includes 14 Three Key hotels, 37 Two Key hotels and 72 One Key hotels.

For more information about the full Michelin Keys listing click here.