WHERE TO STAY Enjoy a break at some of the most luxurious places inWales

There are plenty of places on your doorstep where you can relax in world-beating levels of luxury. Here are just a few of them

IF YOU want to spend the night somewhere and be guaranteed to wake up in the height of luxury, you don’t need to catch a plane to get there.

Wales has some amazing places to spend a night or two - whether it’s living like a queen in a sumptuous luxury hotel room, or nestled in a log cabin away from the rest of the world or even chilling out in a bath that looks out to a spectacular sea view.

Whether your idea of luxury is rich cotton sheets, peace and quiet or a boutique hotel with a seriously brilliant spa, we’ve picked some of Wales’ best to give you some booking inspiration. The Presidential Suite at the Celtic Manor Where: Newport

This is luxury on a VERY grand scale. The resort itself boasts three exceptional golf courses, a spa and count them - SEVEN restaurants.

Even if you can’t afford the Presidential Suite, all other bedrooms at the Celtic Manor in Newport have Italian marble ensuites. And if you’re a fan of fancy Elemis toiletries, they’re all free when you stay. To book: 01633 410262. Llys Hafod log cabin Where: Brynsiencyn, Anglesey Llys Hafod is a cosy log house nestled in secluded woodland and hedgerows, set in eight acres of Welsh farmland.

Set on its own, in a young broadleaf woodland, the nearest neighbours are the woodland and farm animals and birds. It is completely idyllic if you want some peace and quiet - and the luxury of a peaceful retreat. It sleeps four in two bedrooms. Accessed by a private gated entrance and driveway, you’ll be welcomed with a basket of goodies including bacon, eggs, sausages and homebaked cakes and treats. Visit homeaway.co.uk The Stables at The Corran Resort and Spa, Laugharne Where: Laugharne

Set on the edge of Dylan Thomas’ home town, The Corran has an original 16th century building at its heart.

There are 21 individual and contemporary bedrooms - the split-level rooms are truly stunning - and all rooms have personal touches.

The beautiful stable rooms are the latest luxury rooms. The spacious airy rooms have original stone walls and chunky wooden beams. With their own courtyard areas for alfresco relaxing they provide a luxurious haven.

There’s also a spa, fine dining and dogs are even allowed to stay. To book: 01994 427417 Gwesty Cymru Where: Abersytwyth Situated on the seafront, it’s the prime spot to explore the town and take a walk along the iconic promenade. It’s great for food too with an award-winning restaurant.

And look at the picture - you can even have a seaview when you are chilling in the bath. To book: 01970 612252. www.gwestycymru.com The Plough Rhosmaen Where: Llandeilo A four-star boutique hotel and AA rosette award-winning restaurant set in the beautiful Towy Valley at the edge of the Brecon Beacons.

There are 23 en-suite rooms with queen sized beds, sofas and disabled facilities and there’s a gym and sauna, too. It’s a little oasis of luxury in Carmarthenshire. To book: 01558 823431 www.ploughrhosmaen.com Chateau Rhianfa Staying here is like living in your own fairytale caste. It is just beautiful. The hotel itself was built in 1849 by Sir John Hay Williams, Baronet of Bodelwyddan as a gift for his wife Lady Sarah and ‘Rhianfa’ translates