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The elite experience: A look at Cheltenham’s finest hotels

Nothing makes a trip to Cheltenham more memorable than staying in a luxurious hotel or bed and breakfast.

By LLM Reporters   |  
Ellenborough Park
Image Credit: Ellenborough Park

From an 18th century spa destination to a modern-day festival town and the home of jump racing, the large Gloucestershire town of Cheltenham has a lot to offer its visitors.

As well as having some pretty parks and some of the UK’s best-kept Georgian architecture, it also hosts various festivals, from music to literature and horse racing. And that’s not all because Cheltenham also offers its visitors a vast array of places to shop, drink, eat and while away their evenings with the great selection of entertinament up for grabs.

While all of this sounds great, nothing makes a trip to Cheltenham more memorable than staying in a luxurious hotel or bed and breakfast, so if you’re thinking of taking a trip to the town and you want to find out about some of Cheltenham’s finest hotels and what they offer their guests, keep reading below:

Ellenborough Park Hotel
If you’re looking for a five-star hotel, then the Ellenborough Park is it. Image credit: Ellenborough Park

The Bradley

The Bradley is the perfect accommodation for anyone looking to rest and unwind after a busy day sightseeing. This exclusive boutique bed and breakfast is located in the heart of Regency Cheltenham and is owned by the De Savary family. This stunning Georgian townhouse is brimming with period features and a vast number of antiques from the family’s private collection, while offering a decadant breakfast each morning.

Ellenborough Park Hotel

If you’re looking for a five-star hotel, then the Ellenborough Park is it. This is the only five-star hotel in Cheltenham and, located within a magnificent 1500s country manor house, Ellenborough Park Hotel provides beautiful accommodation for people wanting to indulge themselves in luxury. With all of the usual amenities of a hotel, and then some, guests will feel utterly relaxed and at home at this hotel.

What’s more, the hotel is about as close as you can get to famed Cheltenham racecourse, which makes it a perfect place to stay when events are taking place. And those hoping to make use of the Wi-Fi to take advantage of the Cheltenham free bet offers during the festival weekend will be well situated to do this.

The George, A Cult Hotel

The George is another luxury hotel located in the stunning town of Cheltenham and its central location makes it an ideal base for people wanting to explore the local area.

The George has many features, which attract guests all year round. As well as being decorated beautifully with stylish and cool décor, it also offers its guests The Pantry – the place to grab all of their essentials, snacks and drinks – as well as The Diner, were great breakfasts can be had.

The George, A Cult Hotel
Expertly blending a modern type of hotel visit with super stylish décor within its classic surroundings, The George hotel is an upmarket bed and breakfast in the centre of the town. Image credit: The George, A Cult Hotel

81 The Prom Hotel

In the heart of Cheltenham, overlooking the Promenade, is number 81, The Prom Hotel. This fantastic hotel offers excellent accommodation and boasts an on-site Indian restaurant, which has had rave reviews from customers. This hotel also has a super trendy bar serving delicious cocktails and that’s not all as this well-maintained hotel offers its customers views across the city. What more could you ask for?

Double Tree by Hilton

Formerly known as the Cheltenham Park Hotel, the Double Tree is located on the southern edge of the town of Cheltenham. The hotel is a former Georgian Manor House which provides superb four-star accommodation. As well as the usual amenities, this hotel offers its guests 24-hour room service, a restaurant with charming views, a health club and premium rooms, all for a very reasonable price.

Court House Manor

Slightly further afield than the other hotels on our list is Court House Manor. Located in the village of Painswick, this beautiful Manor House and high-end bed and breakfast has something to offer everyone. As well as providing guests with stunning views of the surrounding countryside, the 16th-century manor house also has a library, lush gardens, and offers a peaceful retreat.

The Cotswold Grange Hotel
The Cotswold Grange Hotel offers its guests the choice of 24 beautifully designed rooms within its mid-1800s setting in the Pittville area. Image credit: Cotswold Grange Hotel

Cotswold Grange Hotel

The Cotswold Grange Hotel offers its guests the choice of 24 beautifully designed rooms within its mid-1800s setting in the Pittville area. It is located in the heart of Cheltenham, with easy access to the Cheltenham racecourse and many shopping areas.

The bottom line

Cheltenham is the perfect location for a short break away. It has something for everyone to enjoy, from beautiful outdoor spaces to festivals aplenty. As well as this, it also has a vast number of elite hotels for people to choose from. If you’re planning a trip to Cheltenham, why not check out some of the hotels mentioned above?