10 of the best ways to find bargain places to stay in the UK

From priories to Wetherspoon’s, Oxford colleges to seaside cottages, we share ideas for low-cost breaks around the country

Malmaison, the boutique chain with hotels in 16 UK cities, is offering a winter stay for two for £75 in 13 locations, including Edinburgh, Belfast and Brighton, provided they spend at least £50 in the restaurant. The Cheltenham one is a little more expensive at £85, Oxford is £125 and London £155. Rooms must be booked at least 10 days in advance for stays until 23 February (excluding Saturdays). Hotel du Vin, another upmarket chain, has a similar deal but with prices from £99, including hotels in York, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bristol.
malmaison.com, hotelduvin.com