Having interviewed the likes of Robbie Williams and David Beckham in London's most luxurious hotel suites, and travelled the world to review the best spas, hideaways and resorts, Claire is well equipped to sort the boutique hotel wheat from the chaff. Having ridden camels in Timbuktu with Zoe Ball, conquered mountains on horseback and mastered the art of snow-boarding in 48 hours, she knows the importance of a top-notch king size bed, rain-dance shower and well-stocked minibar. She has written for Marie Claire and Grazia.

Claire Baylis anonymously reviewed:
Hope Street Hotel in Liverpool – Read the review