Best Hotels in Cheltenham
About hotels in Cheltenham
The best hotels in Cheltenham, ranked by our editorial score: Regency hotels on the Promenade, boutique townhouses in Pittville, guesthouses, serviced apartments and budget chains. The editor's notes at the foot of the page sort them by occasion, budget and area.
The top 10 hotels in Cheltenham right now
- 1.Briarfields Touring Caravan ParkTown Centre8.2
- 2.Crescent Place by MansleyTown Centre8.2
- 3.Hotel du Vin CheltenhamMontpellier8.2
- 4.Laurel HousePittville8.2
- 5.No.38 The ParkPittville8.2
- 6.The Little ManorTown Centre8.2
- 7.Badger TowersBattledown7.8
- 8.Beaumont HouseThe Suffolks7.8
- 9.Beechurst Serviced ApartmentsTown Centre7.8
- 10.Hewlett ApartmentsTown Centre7.8
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Briarfields Touring Caravan Park
Briarfields Touring Park, Gloucester Rd
Well-kept touring park with spotless facilities, friendly service, and easy access to town and the Cotswolds.
Crescent Place by Mansley
1a Crescent Pl
Smart serviced apartments with full kitchens, seconds from the Promenade and Montpellier's best spots.
Hotel du Vin Cheltenham
Parabola Rd
Elegant Regency townhouse hotel with excellent bistro, impressive wine list, and prime location just off the Promenade.
Laurel House
143 Hewlett Rd
Warm Victorian B&B in peaceful Pittville with exceptional hospitality and proper breakfasts near the park.
No.38 The Park
38 Evesham Rd
Elegant Regency townhouse beside Pittville Park with warm hospitality and excellent breakfasts.
The Little Manor
Little Manor, 49 Church Rd, Swindon Village
Characterful Victorian guesthouse in Swindon Village with welcoming hosts and thoughtful touches throughout.
Badger Towers
133 Hales Rd
Welcoming Victorian guest house on Hales Road with proper hospitality.
Beaumont House
56 Shurdington Rd
Victorian boutique hotel on peaceful Shurdington Road with character rooms and genuinely warm hospitality.
Beechurst Serviced Apartments
The Reddings
Spacious serviced apartments in The Reddings combining self-catering freedom with thoughtful hotel touches.
Hewlett Apartments
79 Hewlett Rd
Self-catering apartments on Hewlett Road with everything you actually need for a proper stay.
Malmaison Cheltenham
Bayshill Rd
Stylish boutique hotel near Montpellier with characterful rooms and a popular bar-brasserie.
Queens Hotel Cheltenham
The Promenade
Georgian elegance on The Promenade, perfectly positioned for exploring Cheltenham's shops, restaurants and gardens on foot.
The Dulwich
7 Royal Cres
Contemporary comfort in a prime Regency crescent, moments from the Promenade's best bits.
The George
41-49 St George's Rd
Character-filled town centre hotel where Victorian elegance meets modern comfort, perfectly placed for exploring Cheltenham on foot.
The Portland Guesthouse
The Portland Guesthouse, 51 Portland St
Welcoming Victorian guesthouse in peaceful Pittville, perfectly placed between the park and town centre.
Clarence Court Hotel
45 Clarence Square
Independent Regency townhouse hotel on elegant Clarence Square, combining period character with central convenience.
Cotswold Grange
Pittville Circus Rd
Victorian townhouse hotel in Pittville with period charm, proper service, and easy access to both parkland and town centre.
The Charlton Boutique Hotel
London Rd, Charlton Kings
Victorian boutique hotel in Charlton Kings with character rooms, seasonal restaurant, and genuinely helpful local service.
Georgian Lodge
Begsen Hill House, Leckhampton Hill
Peaceful hillside lodge on Leckhampton Hill with Cotswold views and genuine country house warmth.
Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre by IHG
33 Dunalley St
Reliable chain hotel right in the heart of town, with parking and breakfast included.
Editor's notesAbout hotels in Cheltenham: how we choose, where to start, when to book
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How the list works
Every hotel, guesthouse and apartment here is in Cheltenham. Each has an editorial score out of 10, and equal scores list alphabetically. Nobody can pay for a higher place: featured listings are labelled and shown apart from the ranking. Each profile also shows the Google rating and the number of reviews behind it.
Editor's picks by occasion
- A classic stay on the Promenade: the Queens Hotel, a Grade II listed Regency building with 84 rooms, Victoria's restaurant and the Gold Cup Bar.
- A boutique weekend: No.38 The Park, a Georgian townhouse on Evesham Road in Pittville that serves dinner Tuesday to Saturday. In Montpellier, Hotel du Vin on Parabola Road has 49 rooms and suites and a bistro, and Malmaison on Bayshill Road has 61 and the Chez Mal brasserie.
- Bringing the dog: every bedroom at No.38 The Park is dog-friendly, at £25 per dog per night, and the Queens Hotel takes up to two dogs in some rooms for £30 a night.
- Arriving by car: The Charlton Boutique Hotel on London Road in Charlton Kings lists free parking, with a bar and restaurant. Beaumont House has free parking and electric car charging, within 15 minutes' walk of the centre.
- A longer stay: Crescent Place by Mansley has serviced rooms and suites near the Promenade with self check-in. It says it is not suitable for children. Beechurst Serviced Apartments and Hewlett Apartments are the other apartment options.
- A small guesthouse: The Portland has seven en suite rooms in a Grade II listed Georgian building on Portland Street, with self check-in, run as a social enterprise. Guests must use the stairs.
Hotels by budget
Prices are the "from" rates on each hotel's own site, read on 21 October 2026. They change with the date.
- Budget chains: three Premier Inns (Town Centre, Central (West/A40) and North West), the Holiday Inn Express Town Centre and the Travelodge, which is out at the Golden Valley roundabout on Hatherley Lane and charges £8 per 24 hours for parking. Chains price by the night, so compare on their own sites.
- Around £100 to £140: The Portland, from £99 to £135 a night by room; The Charlton, with doubles advertised from £109; and the Queens Hotel, with executive doubles from £123 a night.
- Boutique and a treat: No.38 The Park, Hotel du Vin and Malmaison show prices only through their booking pages.
Where to stay, by area
- Montpellier and the Promenade: the Queens Hotel, Hotel du Vin and Malmaison, a few minutes' walk from most restaurants and bars.
- Pittville: No.38 The Park, The Portland, Clarence Court Hotel, Cotswold Grange and Laurel House, on the side of town nearest the racecourse.
- Town centre: Crescent Place, The George, The Dulwich, the Premier Inn Town Centre and the Holiday Inn Express.
- Charlton Kings: The Charlton and the DoubleTree by Hilton.
Festival weeks
Cheltenham Festival in March is the week to plan furthest ahead, followed by the Jazz Festival in May and the Literature Festival in October. Book as early as you can, and read our guide to where to stay in Cheltenham for a neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood view.
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Frequently asked questions about hotels in Cheltenham
What is the best hotel in Cheltenham?+
Cheltenham has a strong mix of boutique townhouse hotels, Regency-era grand hotels and modern independents. The top-rated options combine period architecture with quality service. Browse our editorially scored list to see the highest rated places to stay.
Where should I stay in Cheltenham for the races?+
Hotels near Pittville Park and the north side of town centre are closest to the racecourse, typically a 10 to 15 minute walk. Book at least six months ahead for Festival week in March, as prices rise sharply and availability disappears fast.
Are there boutique hotels in Cheltenham?+
Yes. Cheltenham has several boutique and townhouse hotels in Georgian and Regency buildings, particularly around Montpellier, Lansdown and the Promenade. These tend to be small, independent and design-led.
What is the best area to stay in Cheltenham?+
Montpellier and the Promenade are the most central, with the best access to restaurants, bars and shopping. Pittville is quieter and closer to the racecourse. The Suffolks is a lively residential area with strong independent food and drink.