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A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Historic property. Great views. Popular among couples. Steeped in history and boasting 5 stars with a 90-acre estate, Ellenborough Park is nestled between the Cotswolds’ highest point and the gallops of Cheltenham Racecourse. A sumptuous Cotswold manor house with 61 unique rooms and suites, the main house of the estate dates back to the 15th Century. The finishing touch is a private track leading from Ellenborough Park to Cheltenham Racecourse, offering luxurious and convenient transfers during racing seasons. Ellenborough Park has been restored to contemporary glory in recent years, elevated to five-star appeal with casual & contemporary restaurants. Feast in the historic surroundings of our intimate 15th century Restaurant, or tantalise your tastebuds in the Horse Box Brasserie. Our delicious dishes have been created with the finest locally sourced produce, featuring flavours for all palates. During the summer months enjoy Alfresco on the South Lawn with atmospheric festoon lighting, quirky dining carriages and enchanting Cedar Pavilion. Take a moment with a crafted cocktail relaxing on the Taittinger Terrace, or watch the best sunset in the Cotswolds from the front of the house where panoramic views of Cheltenham Racecourse and Cleeve Hill can be observed. Indulge with our exclusive Spa Garden Retreat, an outdoor garden spa area featuring a hot tub, sauna and lounging area - perfect for groups and romantic escapes. This is bookable at an additional charge during your stay. The Spa is a capsule of serenity and wellbeing, complete with enticing treatments, a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, outdoor heated pool and gym. Ellenborough Park is situated adjacent to Cheltenham Racecourse, and has free on-site parking. Historical Tewkesbury can be reached in a 20-minute drive and the M5 motorway is just 5 miles away.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful luxury hotel in Cheltenham.
Charming. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Located in Cheltenham, 22 km from Kingsholm Stadium, The Frogmill Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 34 km from Cotswold Water Park. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer garden views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Sudeley Castle is 15 km from The Frogmill Hotel, while Gloucester Cathedral is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, 90 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CHARMING AND ROMANTIC boutique hotels in Cheltenham.
Hip. Very stylish. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Located in Cheltenham, 800 metres from Cheltenham Town Hall, The George provides air-conditioned rooms, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi and complimentary access to the Cheltenham Ladies Collage Health & Fitness Centre, a few minutes walk away. At the hotel, each room is fitted with blackout curtains, rainfall shower, Smart TV, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, a desk and chair and USB sockets. The bathrooms are stocked with thoughtful skincare products and soft towels, while the Hypnos beds have 400-thread count sheets. Guests can purchase drinks, snacks and gifts from the reception at any time of the day. The Diner, situated on the lower ground floor of the hotel, serves a Continental breakfast. Hot breakfast is also available from our priced menu. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. University of Gloucestershire is 1.9 km from The George. The nearest airport is Gloucestershire Airport, 7 km from the hotel.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED AND STYLISH luxury hotel in Cheltenham.
Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Popular among couples. This sophisticated Elizabethan manor and spa boasts traditional countryside elegance and modern luxury. Set amongst the beautiful Cotswold hills, it is just a 5-minute drive from the centre of Cheltenham. With original wooden furniture, comfortable beds and vibrant soft furnishings, rooms also include cosy bathrobes, complimentary mineral water, and luxury toiletries. The luxurious Elan Spa provides guests with a hydrotherapy pool and outdoor hot tub. The property is part of the Eden Hotel Collection which has been awarded the 4 Red Star AA Award. All rooms are furnished with a unique mix of traditional country manor and stylish boutique decor. Guests can enjoy fine dining in chic, elegant surroundings at the award-winning restaurant, or relax with a meal in the informal and stylish The Front Row Brasserie. While dining, guests can appreciate beautiful views over the Cotswold Hills. Guests can also enjoy a treatment in the Elan Spa or a game of croquet in the landscape gardens.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Cheltenham.
Situated in the heart of the fashionable Montpellier district, Malmaison Cheltenham blends modern architecture and design with traditional regency elegance. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, parking is available on-site or via street permits charged at GBP 5 a night. Cheltenham town centre is just 5 minutes' walk along the Promenade and Montpellier Gardens, a main venue for Jazz, Science and Literature Festival events, is just 2 minutes' walk from the hotel. Each room features individual artwork, Egyptian cotton linen and en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms have modern, open-plan bathrooms and Nespresso machines, while others boast their own private balcony. The on-site Chez Mal Brasserie is open for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. Guests can also enjoy a light snack menu all week. Cheltenham Spa Rail Station just 15-20 minutes’ walk from the hotel, while Cheltenham Racecourse is a 10-minute drive away. The historic 19th-century Pittville Pump Room and gardens are 15 minutes' walk from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. At the top of Cheltenham’s tree-lined Promenade, this boutique 4-star hotel offers beautifully appointed bedrooms, a restaurant offering fresh local produce and car parking. Queens Hotel Cheltenham is in the heart of Cheltenham, close to shops, restaurants and overlooking Imperial Gardens. Cheltenham Racecourse is less than 2 miles away. Guests have free access to Cheltenham Ladies College Sports Centre, with its swimming pool, gym, squash courts and tennis courts. Victoria's Restaurant serves modern British cuisine, while Gold Cup Bar is open all day for coffees, drinks and snacks. The spacious rooms at Queens Hotel Cheltenham come with satellite TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Rooms also offer 24-hour room service. Our Cancelation policy is up to 2PM one day prior to arrival.Show full description
This contemporary-chic country house hotel is situated in the Cotswolds, surrounded by 55 acres of parkland, woods and meadows. Its gardens have natural springs, lakes, and Victorian cascades. Some are in the main house, some are in the converted stable block, and all have a flat-screen TV and luxury toiletries. Each room at Cowley Manor has handmade furniture and fabrics made by young British designers. The restaurant is a grand room with a high ceiling and beautiful views of the grounds. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and serves food made from fresh local ingredients. A continental breakfast is served. With free parking and free WiFi on site, Cowley Manor is a 15-minute drive from Cheltenham. Gloucester can be reached in 20 minutes by car.Show full description
The Georgian manor house of DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham offers complimentary WiFi, free parking, and is set in beautiful landscaped gardens that overlook Lilley Brook's 18-hole golf course. Guests can enjoy the onsite spa, beauty salon and fitness centre. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or a meal in the restaurant. Upon check-in, guests can enjoy a complimentary cookie. The rooms feature flat-screen TVs and a hospitality tray. Every room has an en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries provided. Additional extras available in the deluxe rooms include chocolates and bathrobes, and the rooms offer garden views. The suites feature a separate living/dressing room, a sofa bed, and a large TV. The onsite leisure centre features a 15-metre pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Beauty treatments and massage are also offered and there is a gym with fitness classes available. There are two eateries at the hotel, the Lakeside Restaurant offers cooked and Continental breakfast, and an a la carte dinner menu in a beautiful setting overlooking the garden and lake. Lilley Brook Bar & Lounge offers specialty teas and coffees, afternoon tea, lunch, bar snacks and light evening meals. Business facilities are available including meeting rooms, audio and visual equipment for hire and printing and photocopying services. Cheltenham Racecourse is 4 miles from the property, and it is 5 miles to GCHQ. Cheltenham’s spa town centre is less than 2 miles away. It is a 2-minute walk to a bus stop. The Cotswolds can be reached in a 22-minute drive. Children up to 18 years old stay free (with existing bedding) when sharing a room with a paying adult on a room only rate. Children 5 years and under enjoy complimentary breakfast from our buffet. Children aged 10 and under can eat from the children's menu. Children 11+ can choose from all other menus at the displayed prices. Room packages including meals exclude the children's meal charge.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. This charming town house with free Wi-Fi and free parking overlooks a quiet, tree-lined square, just a 5-minute walk from the high street. Guests can enjoy Clarence Bar & Restaurant serving contemporary British cuisine. Breakfast is freshly cooked and there is also a continental buffet. All guests over 16 years of age have complimentary access to DW Fitness just a 2-minute walk from the hotel. The beautiful Regency building, once owned by the Duke of Wellington, is well located for shopping and exploring Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. Pittville Park with the Pump Room is a 10-minute walk away. The Clarence Court Hotel is just over half a mile from Cheltenham Racecourse and Centaur Conference Centre.Show full description
In the stylish Montpellier district of historic Cheltenham, this Hotel du Vin features a French bistro. The luxury rooms have Egyptian linens, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Rooms at Hotel du Vin Cheltenham each have a plasma-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathrooms feature designer toiletries and deep baths or monsoon showers. The Bistro du Vin serves modern European cuisine in intimate surroundings, and the creative menu includes quality local produce. Guests can enjoy fine wines in the elegant lounge or on the terrace. The Hotel du Vin is set in a large mansion house, which features a grand entrance hall. Just a 20-minute walk from Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, Hotel du Vin is half a mile from the city centre. Free on-site parking is available on a first come, first serve basis for GBP 6 per night, and Cheltenham Racecourse is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
Situated at the foot of the Cotswold Hills, Delta Hotels by Marriott Cheltenham Chase offers modern rooms and free parking. Just a 20-minute drive from Cheltenham Racecourse, it features a leisure club and spa. The spacious rooms have en suite bathrooms, free WiFi and a plasma-screen TV. Rooms also offer seating space, a work desk and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Reflections Leisure Club features an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and fully-equipped gym with personal trainers. There is also a beauty salon, offering an extensive range of spa treatments. The Hardy’s Restaurant serves an international menu, with views over Cooper’s Hill. The Hunter’s Bar and Lounge serves a traditional bar menu in a casual setting. Cheltenham city centre is 5 miles from the building. Gloucestershire Airport can be reached in 10 minutes by car, and Cotswold Hill Golf Club is just 3 miles away.Show full description
Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham - Formerly Jurys Inn is set in attractive grounds, 3 miles from the centre of Cheltenham and Cheltenham Racecourse, our hotel offers a health and leisure club with heated indoor pool. There is easy access to the M5 motorway. The elegant rooms at Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham features smart décor and include a Dream bed, a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries. The Bar and Grill at Leonardo's offers all-day dining with an extensive grill section alongside burgers, pizzas, salads, sandwiches. Leonardo Hotel also serves illy coffee – illy is an iconic, family run, Italian coffee brand. The health and leisure club boasts a hot tub, sauna and a fully equipped gym. The hotel also provides a good base for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds. Located 4 miles from Gloucester, Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham also has an excellent range of conference and banqueting facilities, including the state-of-the-art executive suite, which can accommodate up to 400 delegates.Show full description
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