The HotelNestled on the banks of the River Dene, the Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa is a four-star abode set in 65 acres of landscaped grounds. In a 20-minute drive, visitors may reach Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, while an art gallery, housed in an 18th-century building, allures from about five miles away.Guests are invited to spacious rooms featuring elegant decor with work stations, leather armchairs, coffee tables and floor-to-ceiling curtains.The Orangery restaurant boasts a table d’hôte menu as well as alfresco dining opportunities.A sweet retreat may be found in the form of an afternoon tea, while a cluster of tipples and spirits may be savoured at the Lounge Bar.Travellers may spend some active moments at the fully equipped gym and after that, use the pool, sauna and steam rooms as convenient spots for post-workout relaxationGroupon’s Guide to WarwickshireThe Warwickshire countryside has much to offer including quaint market towns, verdant open spaces and historic attractions.In Stratford-upon-Avon, tourists may take a peek at Shakespeare’s birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage & Gardens, or marvel at The Guild Chapel’s painted walls and stained glass, while the Compton Valley beckons with an award-winning gallery located in a Grade I listed Robert Adam mansion. Holidaymakers may also spend a thrilling day at Warwick Castle visiting the castle dungeon and the world’s largest working siege machine.