The Best Five Star
Hotels in Gloucestershire

Country House. Highly elegant. Great breakfast. Popular among couples. King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept in one of the bedchambers and walked through the ancient gardens at Thornbury Castle - A Relais & Chateaux Hotel, a Tudor castle near the Cotswolds and Welsh Borders. Thornbury Castle - A Relais & Chateaux Hotel, a Relais & Chateaux hotel, resonates with history and is the only Tudor Castle in England to be opened as a hotel. At the castle you will discover atmospheric bedchambers, delicious Sunday lunches in our three AA Rosette restaurant, free broadband, roaring fires and many historic features including suits of armour. On-site facilities include croquet and archery, and clay-pigeon shooting and falconry can be arranged with prior notice (extra charge). Show full description

Inn / Guest House. With a riverside location and set in a Cotswold stone building, this 5 gold star inn serves local, seasonal produce in the restaurant. Surrounded by 4 acres of grounds, The Slaughters Country Inn has 31 individually designed bedrooms. Beamed ceilings and log fires feature in The Slaughters' stylish bar, offering a cosy dining atmosphere. A modern British seasonal menu and full English breakfasts are available in the restaurant. During the summer months, guests can dine and drink on the terrace overlooking the River Eye. A TV, free internet access, hairdryer and select toiletries are provided in each room. A modern private bathroom complete with fluffy white towels, a bath, and a shower. Bath robes are available on request. Located in the centre of Lower Slaughter, just a 2-minute walk away from the Old Mill Museum, where local crafts and homemade ice cream can be purchased. Free private parking is possible at this hotel, which is just a 6-minute drive from the popular market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Great views. 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. 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. The finishing touch is a private track leading from Ellenborough Park to Cheltenham Racecourse, offering luxurious and convenient transfers during racing seasons. 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

Country House. Situated in the pretty Cotswolds village of Lower Slaughter, this 17th-century manor house offers free internet and free parking on site. It retains original period features and has a sophisticated, award-winning restaurant. The beautifully furnished and individually designed rooms at The Slaughters Manor House have a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a four-poster bed or a luxurious freestanding bath. Sixteen58 restaurant has elegant modern décor and serves creative dishes made from high-quality local produce. Breakfast is provided each morning, and special dietary requirements can be catered for. You can relax in the chic surroundings of the Manor, with its fine antique decorations and roaring fires. Local leisure pursuits include golf and horse riding, and the centre of Cheltenham can be reached in 30 minutes’ drive. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Dating back to 10th century, The Porch House offers free Wi-Fi throughout. Guests can enjoy a unique blend of beautifully restored English Heritage and exquisite food in the Cotswolds, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Each room includes a TV and a Nespresso coffee machine. The bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. In the mornings, The Porch House offers full cooked breakfast and a morning newspaper. Tea, coffee and toast can be served in the rooms upon request. The Porch House is a listed building that ranks amongst the top 4 percent of protected buildings in the country. It is certified as the Oldest Inn in England, dating from 947 AD and authenticated in the Guinness Book of Records. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Hip. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Situated in Cirencester town centre, The Fleece at Cirencester is a 300-year old, Grade II listed building boasts original beams and log fires. Guests can dine in the Stableyard Restaurant, with its enclosed courtyard and traditional bar and lounge. The rooms are well-equipped and all have a bathroom with either a bath, a shower, a hairdryer and toiletries. Guests can also enjoy tea and coffee-making facilities and ironing facilities. 1651 Bar and Restaurant serves international dishes cooked with local ingredients. In the summer months the Lounge Bar opens its floor-to-ceiling doors and serves sandwiches and snacks in a café-culture style. A full English breakfast is served each morning. In the heart of the Cotswolds, the Fleece is a 10-minute drive from Cotswold Water Park and a 25 minutes’ drive from Bourton-on-the-Water. Show full description