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A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A dining room with a table set for four, featuring white plates, glasses, and a bottle of wine. There are two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a lamp on the table.

A building with classical architecture, featuring columns and statues. There are outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs.

A stone balustrade with ornate carvings, a grassy lawn, and trees in the background.

1. Beautiful & spacious Regency apt in centre Cheltenham, free parking

Montpellier

Carol W.

CA $203

CA $429 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A stone wall with a metal gate, a stone building with a tiled roof, and a grassy lawn.

A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, kettle, sink, and oven.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window, and a view of trees outside.

A wooden table and chairs in a garden area with a wooden fence and a climbing plant.

2. Recently converted self-contained apartment with garden in Cotswold village

Poulton

Walter

CA $113

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A room with large arched windows, a chandelier, two ornate chairs with red cushions, and a table with a white tablecloth.

A historic building with a courtyard, stone walls, and traditional architecture.

A building with a fountain in front, surrounded by a garden with white flowers and a paved walkway.

3. Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

Bristol

hemanshu

CA $370

CA $445 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A garden with a large, rusted metal basin in the center, surrounded by well-manicured hedges and flowering plants. In the background, there is a stone structure with arches.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. Cotswold Manor House - Group Accommodation in The Cotswolds

Badminton

Elizabeth M.

CA $5,178

CA $5,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A covered swimming pool with a hot tub, stone walls, and outdoor seating.

A patio area with string lights, wooden benches, and a stone building with a glass door.

5. A large group retreat that sleeps 20 guests in 7 bedrooms

Badminton

Emily G.

CA $5,178

CA $5,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A formal garden with a gravel path leading to a building with classical architecture.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a striped armchair, and a small wooden table with two mugs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a wooden door, and a mirror on the wall.

A room with a dark wooden door, a chair with a patterned cushion, a small window, and a ceiling light fixture.

6. Individual Self-Contained Private cottage with garden at Dyrham Park, near Bath

Dyrham

Steven L.

CA $280

CA $415 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A gravel driveway leading to a stone wall and a building with ivy-covered walls.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a sink, a microwave, and a toaster.

A snow-covered rural road with a stone building on the left.

A stone building with ivy-covered walls and a gravel driveway leading to a bench.

7. HartHill Grange Bunkhouse - Unique 1850's Rural Country Accommodation

Lydney

Samuel P.

CA $1,412

CA $1,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Top Gloucester Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent! Nice and quiet"

Queens Hotel Cheltenham

8/10 Good

"Good location for visiting Cheltenham"

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, great location and really comfortable. Fan provided in room which was good as I stayed during a heatwave, but do wish I had booked a hotel with aircon!"

Holiday Inn Gloucester-Cheltenham by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We certainly would book this friendly hotel again, excellent breakfasts and lots of food choices during the day. Lesuire facilities are superb, swimming pool is a delight, staff very helpful and informitive."

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"One night stay, could not fault the place"

Hatton Court

8/10 Good

"We had a 1st floor room there are no ground floor which is up around 15 steps, it was just inside the building It was clean the windows would not stay open, we ate at the hotel two nights food was nice but quite pricey Peaceful stay could not fault the staff they were polite, hard working and really couldn’t ask for more"

De Vere Tortworth Court

10/10 Excellent

"Such a lovely relaxed place with good food. Really nice spa too!"

The Thatch Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff after a long and tiring journey."

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Gloucester?

On a trip to Gloucester, historians and history buffs alike can spend an afternoon exploring the cathedral. While you're here, why not check out the countryside and bars?

How many historical hotels are located in Gloucester?

In Gloucester, there are 344 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.

What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Gloucester?

Gloucester is notable for its cathedral and landmarks like Gloucester Docks, Gloucester Guildhall, and Gloucester Folk Museum. Cultural venues include Gloucester Waterways Museum, Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum, and City Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Kingsholm Stadium and Gloucester Quays.

What is a historic hotel like in Gloucester?

Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a vacation in a building that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Gloucester, giving a historical feel.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Do historic hotels in Gloucester have modern facilities?

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Gloucester, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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1. Beautiful & spacious Regency apt in centre Cheltenham, free parking