Red Carnation Hotels

This family-owned boutique hotel company puts people first, with a palpable level of care and attention to detail.

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What is Red Carnation?

Red Carnation’s 18 stunning properties across England, Ireland, Scotland, Geneva, Botswana and South Africa combine A+ service (their hospitality is truly the best), great art, authentic local experiences and refined, locally sourced cuisine — made with love, of course.

Learn why booking with a Fora Advisor is better than all the other booking methods — including online travel sites.

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Why Book Red Carnation Hotels with Yvan

Booking with Yvan means VIP treatment from start to finish. Say hello to…

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Itinerary design to level up your vacation.

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Upgrades and amenities along the way.

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From start to finish, we got you.


Red Carnation Benefits

Perks vary by property, but may include:

  • Hotel / resort credit.

  • Welcome amenities.

  • Breakfast daily.

  • Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Get in touch with Yvan

Reach out to customize and book your own experience. Or, just to chat about travel in general.

You can normally expect a response from Yvan within a business day or so. You’ll also be subscribed to our travel newsletter (you can unsubscribe at any time).

Red Carnation FAQs

The husband of Red Carnation’s founder, Beatrice Tollman, would always wear the elegant red flower. Today, all team members do the same.


All over! But they're primarily based in the UK. Hotel 41, The Milestone Hotel & Residences, The Rubens at The Palace, The Egerton House Hotel, The Chesterfield Mayfair and The Montague on the Gardens are all located in London. In Dorset, you’ll find the Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant and The Acorn Inn. The Old Government House Hotel & Spa and The Duke of Richmond Hotel call Guernsey home, while 100 Princes Street is found in Edinburgh. 

In Ireland, Ashford Castle and The Lodge at Ashford Castle await. You can visit Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva, and Xigera Safari Lodge in Botswana. Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, The Oyster Box and The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa are all in South Africa.