The Essential Hen Party Accommodation Guide: Hotels, Houses & Hot Tubs
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After 15 years of organizing legendary weekends, we’ve noticed one consistent truth: Hens are much more particular about where they sleep than Stags. Choosing the right base for your weekend is the biggest decision you’ll make. It dictates the budget, the level of privacy, and the activities you can host.
Whether you want the service of a 5-star hotel or the "total lockdown" privacy of a country manor, this is the definitive guide to hen party stays and the activities that make them legendary.
1. The Hotel Spectrum: From Budget to 5-Star Luxury
The 2 & 3 Star Budget Stays: Establishments like Travelodge or Premier Inn are staples for a reason. They offer clean, modern rooms and are almost always centrally located. In the UK star system, a 2-star hotel must provide en-suite or private bathrooms and 24-hour access. A 3-star step-up usually adds Wi-Fi in public areas and room service for snacks and drinks.
The 4 & 5 Star Luxury Choice: If the bride wants the royal treatment, these hotels offer 24-hour full-meal room service, professional concierge staff, and often feature on-site spa facilities. Many 5-star hotels include multi-lingual receptionists and proactive customer care to ensure your stay is flawless.
2. The "Hen Party House": Privacy for the Party
Private houses and apartments are currently the most popular choice because they offer something a hotel cannot: total privacy.
Why Choose a House? In a hotel bar, you have to stay "decent." In a private hen house, you own the space. This is essential for activities like Nude Life Drawing or hiring a Cheeky Butler. It also allows the group to bond in a shared kitchen or lounge rather than being split across separate corridors.
3. Top 10 Activities for the Ultimate Hen House Party
Once you’ve booked the house, you need to fill it. Here are the top activities that "come to you," saving on travel costs and allowing you to let your hair down.
1. The Private Chef: Since you have a kitchen, use it! We organize a professional chef to cook a delicious two or three-course meal while you relax with prosecco. The best part? They do all the washing up and leave the kitchen exactly as they found it.
2. Cheeky Cocktails & Mixology: A mobile cocktail masterclass with a "naughty" twist. A hunky mixologist (clad only in collar, cuffs, and apron) brings all the ingredients to your living room to teach you three classic cocktails while hosting hilarious competitive games.
3. Nude Life Drawing: A bestseller for private houses. We send a professional, fully nude male model to your lounge to act as your muse. Armed with sketchpads and bubbly, you’ll spend 45 minutes testing your artistic mettle—usually accompanied by plenty of raucous laughter.
4. Murder Mystery Dinner: Turn your dinner into a whodunnit. Professional live actors join you, and each guest is assigned a character with costume tips in advance. It’s an immersive evening of theatrics and sleuthing.
5. Mobile Pamper & Makeup Masterclasses: Why travel to a spa when the beauticians can come to you? Spend the afternoon in your robes while experts provide massages, manicures, and pedicures. You can even add a makeup masterclass to learn professional contouring techniques before the big night out.
6. The "Crafternoon" Session: Ideal for groups who want a keepsake. From Fascinator Making (wear them to the wedding!) and Flower Crowns to Jewellery and Perfume Design, these sessions allow you to create something bespoke while sipping drinks in your own space.
7. Cheeky Butlers: A time-honored classic. A fit, charming man in a "bottom-revealing" apron serves your drinks, hosts party games, and even helps with light housework or greeting guests. It’s the perfect way to add a naughty edge to your night in.
8. The Comedy Roast: For a brave bride, we send a professional comedian to "roast" her. The comedian works with the Maid of Honour in advance to gather juicy secrets, ensuring a hilarious (and slightly edgy) performance tailored entirely to your group.
9. Psychic Hen Nights: For something "out of this world," a celebrated psychic provides tarot, crystal ball, or palm readings for each guest. It’s a fascinating ice-breaker that will have the group talking for years.
10. Private Dance Classes: We send an instructor to your house to teach you a routine based on your vibe—whether that’s ABBA, Dirty Dancing, or Beyoncé. It’s the perfect preparation for hitting the dancefloor later that evening.
4. Stays with the "Wow" Factor: Hot Tubs & Boutique Pads
The "Holy Grail" Hot Tub House: If you want a sure-fire winner, look for properties with hot tubs. From the White House in Manchester with its rooftop terrace to The Big House in Chester featuring a twin-hot-tub spa room, these features provide the ultimate social hub for your group.
Boutique Pads for Smaller Squads: You don't need a group of 30 to enjoy a private property. Intimate groups can opt for luxury Georgian apartments like The Spas in Bath or the shabby-chic Shipyard in Brighton, which offers a private patio designed specifically for parties.
Glamping: The "Zen" Alternative: If the bride prefers stars over strobe lights, glamping offers spacious yurts or bell tents with actual furniture and comfortable beds. It’s a festival-style getaway with campfires and beautiful views, perfect for a group that just wants to be together in nature.
Ready to Find Your Perfect Base?
Whether it’s a rural manor in Norfolk with a private chef or a central penthouse in Liverpool, these properties book up 6-12 months in advance.