UK's first swim up bar to launch new DJ sessions to transport you to Ibiza
THE Manor House Hotel and Spa in Cheshire is home to the UK's very first swim-up bar - and they have an exciting new addition this summer.
Now, the spa hotel is giving visitors the chance to feel like they're on a party island with evening DJ sets alongside some tasty cocktails.
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The hotel and spa that opened just three years ago made its mark by creating the UK's very first swim-up bar.
The bright and airy on-site swimming pool sits at 38C, so it's always welcoming for a dip, even in the cooler evenings.
The poolside bar means that you don't even need to get out of the water for a refreshing drink.
There are lots of to choose from too from cocktails, to wine, fizz and hot drinks on the menu to select from.
And to make it even better, starting in July, the hotel will be hosting exclusive DJ sessions.
The DJ will set up in the 'secret' spa garden every Saturday from 5 July to 30 August between 2pm and 7pm to bring a relaxing vibe.
You'll feel less like you're in the north of England, and more like being in Ibiza.
Also on offer is the 'Ultimate Weekend Spa Day Package' which go hand-in-hand with the DJ sessions.
You don't have to book a hotel stay to get the package which includes 9-hour spa access (10am-7pm).
Also included is a 60-minute treatment, dining options, premium robe and towel service and access to all the spa facilities - from £219 per person.
Colcot & Spa is great for families with playbarn and pools
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One Sun Travel Writer tried out the UK's first swim-up bar and said it was "just like being on holiday."
Catherine Lofthouse said: "The heated outdoor pool, home to the swim-up bar, also had gorgeous views of the greenery, putting paid to any idea that you might be anywhere other than in the heart of the English countryside.
"Heading indoors, we enjoyed an hour-long sound asleep massage, which was billed as having your body gently realigned and perfectly put back together again with warm orange and fennel oil."
She added: "The swim-up bar spa is a wonderful way to while away a day in the UK if a trip to sunny shores is not on the cards."
Other facilities at the hotel include Himalayan salt shed, a Finnish sauna, a salt steam chamber, an aromatherapy steam room and a panoramic laconium.
The potting shed herb sauna is infused with lavender for a very calming and relaxing experience.
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There are also cold water plunge baths and in the ' secret garden ' is a herb garden, greenhouses and private hot tubs.
If you want to stay at the Manor House Hotel & Spa, it has 52 country-style bedrooms to choose from and a rustic bar and restaurant called The Stables.
The Pool House is close to the spa facilities and is the perfect option for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.
Plus, the Ibiza 'paradise' with private pool and glamping huts has stays under £95.
And right here in the UK are four of Sun Travel team's favourite hotels.
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