Recommended Cotswold Hotels, Inns and Cottages
We’re often asked whether we can recommend where to stay in the Cotswolds for our clients, whether you’re travelling from London or joining us from further afield. With a great selection of B&Bs, luxury hotels, inns, manor houses, and self-catering cottages throughout the northern and southern Cotswolds — all within easy reach of London — you’ll be sure to find Cotswolds accommodation that works for you.
Take a look at the list below, all of whom we are proud to work with to make your visit to the Cotswolds as enjoyable as possible.
Cotswold Hotels
Dormy House, Broadway
Dormy House Hotel is a luxury country retreat just outside the picturesque village of Broadway, blending classic Cotswold charm with modern comfort. Beautifully designed rooms and suites range from the main house to secluded Rose Cottage. The award-winning spa features an indoor infinity pool, hydrotherapy pool and thermal suite, while dining options span relaxed cocktails at The Shed to an intimate eight-course tasting menu at MO.
Ellenborough Park Hotel, Cheltenham
Caught between the Cotswolds’ highest point and the lush green gallops of Cheltenham Racecourse, Ellenborough Park is a destination in itself. The 15th century country estate, turned 21st century luxury retreat features 90 acres of Cotswold countryside, 2 restaurants a lounge and 61 extraordinary bedrooms. Ellenborough Park is synonymous with family retreats, romantic escapes and unforgettable weddings.
The Lygon Arms, Broadway
The Lygon Arms is rich with history, tracing its roots back to Medieval times during the 16th century. Situated as the centrepiece in the picturesque Cotswold village of Broadway, this classic coaching inn with 86 bedrooms has undergone a multi-million pound renovation and refurbishment programme. Guests looking for a rejuvenating stay can also enjoy the calm of its spa retreat with a range of relaxing treatments and therapies.
Foxhill Manor, Broadway
Tucked away in the Cotswolds, Foxhill Manor is an exclusive country retreat with just eight individually designed rooms and suites, each stay tailored entirely to you with a dedicated host on hand around the clock. Dining is flexible and seasonal, with no set menus, while guests can enjoy Dormy House’s spa facilities plus private lounges, a cinema and an outdoor hot tub. Available for exclusive use.
Dumbleton Hall, near Evesham
The Fish, Broadway
The Fish Hotel is a laid-back countryside retreat in the heart of the Cotswolds, where comfort meets the great outdoors. Its 66 stylish rooms range from treehouses and unique huts to suites overlooking the countryside. Hook, the seafood-focused restaurant, is the perfect spot to savour fresh catches al fresco, while activities from axe throwing to falconry make it ideal for couples, families and dog-friendly adventurers alike.
The Old Bell Hotel, Malmesbury
The Old Bell Hotel enjoys a prime location next door to Malmesbury Abbey, with 34 individually designed rooms furnished with colourful wallcoverings, antiques and art in this Grade I listed hotel. Three lounges offer the perfect setting for a quiet drink or signature Afternoon Tea, while the menu celebrates Cotswold produce, incorporating local cheese, meat and garden produce from their cousin property, Abbey House Manor.
Cotswold Inns
The Swan Inn, Swinbrook
Situated a few minutes outside the Cotswold market town of Burford, The Swan Inn at Swinbrook sits on the banks of the river Windrush. The Inn is an idyllic and unique setting to spend time enjoying a spot of lunch and enjoying high-quality, seasonal dishes sourced from the local area. Choose from 11 elegant rooms as the base for your Cotswold stay.
The Ebrington Arms, Ebrington
The Ebrington Arms sits at the heart of its namesake village, just outside Chipping Campden, offering a true taste of the North Cotswolds’ wilder, hillier landscape. A community fixture since the 17th century, it was praised by Giles Coren of The Times as “the real deal of a Cotswolds village pub.” Expect locally sourced, inventive food, alfresco terraces and an outdoor bar in summer, and cosy fireside corners in winter. Voted Best Destination Venue in Gloucestershire by Muddy Stilettos readers, it pairs history with genuinely contemporary energy.
The Killingworth Castle, Wootton
The Killingworth Castle – near Woodstock and Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire – is a 17th Century coaching Inn, having undergone extensive renovations in 2012, and is the sister pub to The Ebrington Arms. It has 8 newly refurbished bedrooms in the adjoining stable block. It has an AA rosette for food and is an ideally located pub for Blenheim, Bicester Village and only a few miles from Oxford city itself.
Cotswold Self-Catering Accommodation
Bolthole Retreats, Exclusive Holiday Homes
Bolthole Retreats offers a curated collection of over 260 handpicked holiday cottages and country homes across the Cotswolds and surrounding countryside. Known for exceptional properties and personal service, the team helps guests enjoy memorable stays in some of the UK’s most beautiful rural destinations.
Cotswold Water Park Retreat, South Cerney
We’re delighted to have partnered with Cotswold Water Park Retreat, who offer five luxurious 3 or 4 bedroom holiday homes, situated on Cotswold Water Park in the southern Cotswolds. The lodges overlook gorgeous lakes and each has a fully enclosed decking area, each with a hot tub and plenty of comfortable outdoor seating for both dining and relaxing. Both estates are gated with security 24 hours. Both lakes enable boating/kayaking/paddleboarding and fishing with free access. Barry and Jo are Superhosts on Airbnb and each home has a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 but for the best deals, book direct by visiting their website.
Lily Rose Cottage, Broadway
Lily Rose Cottage is a state-of-the-art luxury barn conversion, discreetly positioned in the very heart of Broadway. This one bedroom, self catering cottage offers privacy and tranquillity yet easy access to the centre of the village located just a stone’s throw away. The cottage is truly an architectural masterpiece with a rich artistic history, taking its name from the famous John Singer-Sargent painting to which it provided the backdrop.
Peony Cottage, Moreton-in-Marsh
Peony Cottage is a bespoke luxurious one bedroom cottage for couples and babes in arms. The old Cotswolds stone cottage in the heart of Moreton-in-Marsh boasts an impressive ‘wow’ bathroom with two side-by-side slipper baths, a separate shower room, a large bedroom with super-king size Hypnos bed and a cosy sitting room with log burner. In the kitchen/diner, you’ll also find a complimentary welcome basket including a bottle of Prosseco to start your holiday off.
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