Curated luxury hotels in the Cotswolds

Situated opposite the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre, The Arden Hotel offers luxury marble bathrooms, with a central location in historical Stratford-upon-Avon. The property is part of the Eden Hotel Collection which has been awarded AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2014 - 2015.

All of the refurbished rooms feature modern en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee making facilities. Luxury bathrobes and free designer toiletries are also provided. Some rooms have scenic views of the River Avon.

The stylish No.44 restaurant serves fresh and creative dishes, whilst the contemporary Champagne Bar offers classic cocktails in sophisticated surroundings. The exclusive Club Bar features a private riverside terrace, and serves a light menu.

The Arden Hotel has a guest lounge with comfy sofas and an open fireplace, and there is also a garden with a terrace. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the hotel, and a 24-hour reception service is also available.

Located on the banks of the River Avon, The Arden Hotel is just 2 minutes’ walk from The Falstaffs Experience. The Church of the Holy Trinity, Shakespeare’s resting place, is 5 minutes’ walk away. Stratford-upon-Avon Racecourse is just 1 mile away.

Steeped in 16th century heritage, Stanbrook Abbey Hotel offers a distinct escape in the Worcestershire countryside. This Grade II listed former monastery immerses guests in grandly preserved original architecture, from the dramatic stone cloisters to striking gothic stained-glass windows providing an authentic glimpse into monastic life.

Accommodation includes 70 well-appointed bedrooms lovingly updated with modern amenities while retaining period charms. Dine on brasserie fare in The Refectory restaurant, the former nun's cafeteria, or explore the 26 acres of lush gardens and grounds.

As one of Worcestershire's most unique getaways, Stanbrook Abbey seamlessly blends historic ambiance with contemporary comforts. The breathtaking setting provides an idyllic backdrop for romantic escapes, fairytale weddings, special events and meetings.

Whether drawn by the abbey's captivating story or seeking a distinctive venue, Stanbrook Abbey promises an extraordinary experience steeped in heritage and natural beauty.

As a dog-friendly property, pets are welcome to experience this countryside retreat. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free parking are available on-site.

Stanbrook Abbey Hotel is part of the Hand Picked Hotels collection of distinctive country house hotels and coastal resorts across the UK and the Channel Islands.

Set in 11 acres of parkland, Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a 16th century Elizabethan manor house. Located just 3 miles from Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, this historic property features an 11th century church and an ornate topiary garden, which was planted 100 years ago to replicate a chess board.

Bedrooms combine traditional character with 21st century luxuries, options include a variety within the manor house or cedar barns. The Stuart Restaurant and Great Hall offers dinner set-up with oak panelling and original fireplaces.

The Spa has everything needed to unwind and keep fit, relax in the beauty rooms and guests can take advantage of the extensive range of Decleor treatments on offer.

Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is where Shakespeare wrote ‘As You Like It’. Historians also believe the All Saints Church in the grounds is where Shakespeare married his wife, Anne Hathaway.

The Stratford Limes Hotel is one mile from the centre of Stratford-Upon-Avon. The Limes has a courtyard garden, rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs and free parking.

Rooms at the Stratford Limes have large beds as standard, luxury toiletries and hairdryers. They also include DVD players, radio alarms with iPod docks and free mineral water.

The bar has a good selection of beverages and there is an outdoor seating area.

Home to numerous cafes and restaurants, Stratford-Upon-Avon is the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Many popular places to eat are within walking distance of the Stratford Limes Hotel. There are many historical sites in the area, including Warwick Castle and the Cotswolds.

The Welcombe Golf & Spa Hotel; Best Western Premier Collection features an 18 hole, par 70 golf course. Located on the outskirts of the beautiful town of Stratford upon Avon, just 5 minutes from the M40. Complimentary parking is provided.

The Welcombe spa has been upgraded in 2018. Improvements to the state of the art spa have included a newly tiled swimming pool, a new sauna, refurbished steam room, new relaxation loungers around the spa and the redecoration of the spa treatment rooms (advance booking recommended). Tennis courts are also on offer.

Built in 1866, the 4-star hotel features an impressive lounge, with a large marble fireplace, chandeliers and period furniture. It also has a Green Tourism Award.

The spacious rooms at the hotel are decorated in modern colours and feature TVs with a variety of entertainment channels. Rooms also include a work desk, tea and coffee-making facilities and bathrooms with a bath, shower and hairdryer.

The Welcombe Golf & Spa Hotel; Best Western Premier Collection is 2 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, which boasts many tourist attractions including the Royal Shakespeare Company and Stratford Racecourse.

Originally built in 1564, The Feathers Hotel, Ledbury - The Coaching Inn Group still maintains much of its original Tudor architecture today, nestled in the historic market town of Ledbury.

With rustic wooden-beamed frameworks, the stylish, individually designed rooms at The Feathers Hotel, Ledbury - The Coaching Inn Group each feature a flat-screen TV, an en suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.

The hotel offers a bar restaurant and our recently renovated Top Bar offering award-winning local ciders and a range of wines, ales and spirits.

Popular with famed writers, the Malvern Hills are less than 17 miles away. Eastnor Castle is a short 5-minute drive away and Ledbury Park is a 2-minute walk from the property.

Parking: The hotel offers free car parking, subject to availability. The car park is located at the rear of the property and accessed through a coaching archway. If using a SAT Nav please follow postcode HR8 2DX via the arch on New Street

The Whitehouse Hotel has easy access to rail and road links, offering a city centre location in comfortable surroundings and attentive service.

The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel has 84 superbly furnished rooms, boasting power showers and cotton duvets. Full health club facilities include an indoor pool, spa bath, sauna and fully equipped gym.

Full conference and banqueting facilities are also available for up to 150 guests.

Overlooking the Malvern Hills, The Bank House Hotel & Golf Club is 3 miles from Worcester and the spa town of Malvern. Junction 7 of the M5 motorway can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive.

Each spacious room at The Bank House Hotel have individually decorated interiors and feature TVs, radios and hairdryers. Most also have work desks and free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

Using only fresh English ingredients, the restaurant serves a traditional menu with a modern twist. Panoramic views of the beautiful grounds can be taken in while guests enjoy their meals.

Bank House Hotel & Golf Club also has easy access to the M6 and M40, with Birmingham 50 minutes' drive away. Great Malvern Station is a mile away and offers direct trains to London Paddington. The hotel is situated next to Bransford Golf Club, which features a challenging 18-hole course.

The Heyford Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Upper Heyford. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from Blenheim Palace.

Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with free toiletries, all rooms at The Heyford Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms include a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

University of Oxford is 24 km from the accommodation, while Silverstone is 28 km from the property.

OYO Lina Guest House offers recently refurbished modern rooms with flat screen TVs and free WiFi. It is north of Oxford City Centre and has free parking.

The Victorian town house has individually designed bedrooms with tea/coffee and CD/DVD players.

You can reach the city centre by bus, and the Oxford University colleges and language school are easy to reach. Regular public transport to London runs for 24 hours a day.

If you head out of the city, Blenheim Palace is about 12 km away, and Bicester Village Shopping Centre is 17.7 km away.

Just 10 miles from Bath and 14 miles from Bristol, Crown Inn at Tolldown offers stylish self-contained accommodation and a high-quality food menu. A 10-minute drive from the pretty town of Chipping Sodbury, this traditional south Gloucestershire inn provides free parking and WiFi.

Each guest room has a flat-screen TV, desk and tea and coffee facilities. The en suite bathroom has a bath and shower, with a hairdryer and toiletries provided.

The inn's restaurant menu showcases regional specialities prepared by in-house chefs, using locally sourced ingredients. Butcombe ales and lagers are available too.

Guests staying at the Crown Inn at Tolldown can enjoy cycling and walking along Cotswold Way. Home-made biscuits for guests and treats for pets are available at this property. Dog blankets and bowls are provided too, along with the use of an enclosed garden for pet bathroom breaks.

The Crown Inn at Tolldown is around 20 minutes’ drive from Chippenham and 35 minutes from Cirencester, known as the capital of the Cotswolds. Bath’s city centre attractions, including the Roman Baths and Royal Crescent, can be reached in around 20 minutes.

Located in Bath, Homewood Hotel & Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Farleigh Hungerford Castle and Iford Manor and the Peto Garden. This family-friendly hotel is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Roman Baths.

Surrounded by Wiltshire countryside, The Northey Arms is just 10 minutes’ drive from historical Bath. With free Wi-Fi and elegant bedrooms, the hotel has a traditional restaurant and a cosy pub.

The individual rooms at Northey Arms have period features and stylish decor, and all have a TV and work desk. Rooms also feature a luxury modern bathroom with free toiletries, fluffy bathrobes and slippers.

Featured in the Michelin Guide, Northey Arms restaurant serves a creative British menu using fresh, local produce. The traditional bar offers beverages and snacks, and cooked breakfasts are available daily.

Situated in picturesque Box, Northey Arms Hotel is just 15 minutes’ drive from Chippenham. Lively Bristol can be reached in 30 minutes’ drive and the M4 motorway is a 15-minute drive away.

Wheelwrights Arms Country Inn & Pub is situated in the peaceful village of Monkton Combe, surrounded by picturesque hills and valleys. The property is recommended by the Good Pub Guide and Michelin Guide.

Our warm and welcoming pub is open 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (close early Sundays) alongside local beers and ciders from a seasonally changing menu. We also do authentic wood fired pizzas.

All accommodation types have free WiFi, a flat-screen Smart TV, tea/coffee making facilities, solid oak floors and Cotswolds views.

Menus are changed regularly and include light lunches and a la carte selections. Local ingredients are used where possible. You can relax with a drink by the open fire or in the garden.

The historic site of Bath city centre is just a 5-minute drive away. Tickets can be arranged for all Bath rugby home games from September to May. There are 7 lovely walks within the Monkton Combe valley, and narrow boating can be enjoyed on the Kennet and Avon canal which is 1 mile away.

We have a huge, private car park, free of charge to all guests.

With a stay at Lucknam Park, Emblems Collection in Chippenham, you'll be 7 mi (11.3 km) from Jane Austen Centre and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Bath Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Roman Baths and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Westonbirt Arboretum.

Set in Bath, 2.2 km from University of Bath, Combe Grove Health and Wellness offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.2 km from Bath Abbey.

At the resort, all rooms are fitted with a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Combe Grove Health and Wellness also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. The units feature a wardrobe.

An à la carte, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a spa centre. You can play tennis at this 5-star resort.

Bath Spa Train Station is 5.4 km from Combe Grove Health and Wellness, while The Roman Baths is 5.4 km away. Bristol Airport is 36 km from the property.

Nestled in 20 acres of the serene Somerset countryside, Homewood Bath is the ultimate staycation destination. Eclectic, luxurious and slightly eccentric; think grand Georgian country house and grounds filled with creative artworks. Ultra-modern indulgences are a must including their spa which boasts a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and heated outside hot tub swimming pool with unbroken views of the valley..

Gone are the days of the stuffy old posh hotels with dinner jackets and dresses at dinner. Homewood is firmly in the 21st century - relaxed and friendly without subtracting any of the high standards demanded of a luxury hotel.

Locally sourced produce is at the heart of their restaurant 'Olio', with a large proportion of veggies used throughout the menu being grown on-site at their 'No-Dig Kitchen Garden'. Olio encapsulates the very best of British food with a unique Mediterranean twist. Whether enjoying a feast in the dashing dining domes, indulging in their famous afternoon tea or an amorous Sunday roast with all the trimmings, the emphasis is always on sustainable, often hedgerow fresh ingredients, with a proud, local provenance.