Looking for accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon?

Many guests who take a Go Cotswolds tour come just for the day. They take the train from London or Oxford to Moreton-in-Marsh, or from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon. Then, at the end of the day, they take the train back again. If you have only one day to spend in the Cotswolds, then this is a great way to take a day trip!

However, why not find accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon and spend a night or two here? There is so much more to discover in the Cotswolds, and our fabulous home town of Stratford-upon-Avon is a fantastic place to explore too!

Plus, with several different Go Cotswolds tours to choose from, stay a while and take more than one tour for a great two, three or even four day itinerary!

Choosing accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon

To take one or more of our small group tours, you’ll want to stay somewhere within walking distance of our pick up point in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. Our tours depart from, and return to, the Shakespeare’s Birthplace Coach Terminal on Windsor Street (Google Maps location: https://goo.gl/maps/kyq8upDKhZnbdwpF8).

Accommodation options in Stratford-upon-Avon

As the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon receives millions of visitors every year. Therefore, there is a wide choice of accommodation options to suit all budgets. As locals, we have to confess we’ve never stayed in any of these places, but our guests recommend them! See below for some recommended hotels, guesthouses and short-term rental properties.

A word of warning: when searching online for accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon, don’t get confused with Stratford in East London! The Stratford area of London is around a 3-hour drive from Stratford-upon-Avon, which is in Warwickshire.

Hotels

There are numerous chain-run hotels, and a couple of independents, in Stratford-upon-Avon, all within a short walk of our pick up point. We’ve listed them below in order of closest to furthest away from our pick up point (average walking times are shown below).

There are also some popular hotels further out of town. If you won’t have a car while you’re here, please check the location of your hotel before you book. Otherwise, you may need to rely on taxis – which can be quite pricey in this area.

• The White Swan Hotel (3 minute walk)
• Doubletree by Hilton Stratford-upon-Avon (4 minute walk)
• Hotel du Vin Stratford-upon-Avon (4 minute walk)
• Arden Park Guesthouse (4 minute walk)
• Courtland Hotel (4 minute walk)
• Arden House Hotel (6 minute walk)
• Mercure Shakespeare Hotel (7-8 minute walk)
• The Townhouse – independent hotel (8-9 minute walk)
• Hotel Indigo Stratford-upon-Avon (8-9 minute walk)
• Pen & Parchment (8-10 minute walk)
• The Arden Hotel (11-12 minute walk)
• Crowne Plaza Stratford-upon-Avon (11-12 minute walk)
• The Swan’s Nest Hotel – independent hotel (13 minute walk)
• Macdonald Alveston Manor Hotel (15-16 minute walk)

The Arden Hotel is one of our favourites in Stratford-upon-Avon! Run by a small and friendly team, The Arden has an enviable position in town, right opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and a stone’s throw from the beautiful Waterside area on the banks of the River Avon. There are shops, restaurants and bars close by, and the hotel restaurant, No. 44 Brasserie, is excellent too. The Arden Hotel is just an 11-12 minute walk through the heart of town to the pick up point for our tours.

Bed & Breakfast guest houses

B&B’s are small, usually family-run accommodation providers, where bed and breakfast is included. B&Bs usually have private bathrooms, but you may share some communal areas with the property owner and/or other guests.

There are several B&Bs in Stratford-upon-Avon – here are some of our favourites (average walking times to the pick up point are shown).

• Salamander Guest House (7-9 minute walk)
• The Hollies (7-9 minute walk)
• Ashgrove House (8-9 minute walk)
• Aidan House (8-10 minute walk)
• Virginia Lodge (8-10 minute walk)
• The Carlton Guest House (8-10 minute walk)
• Green Haven (12-15 minute walk)
• Moonraker House (13-16 minute walk)
• Avonlea (15-16 minute walk)
• Penryn Guest House (19-22 minute walk)
• Avonpark House (20-25 minute walk)
• Moss Cottage (20-25 minute walk)

Self-catering/Rental properties

Below is a selection of properties within easy walking distance of Shakespeare’s Birthplace Coach Terminal (average walking times to the station are shown).

Some properties may request a minimum stay, and of course we can’t guarantee availability, so please check the individual listings below.

A further caution: when using property booking sites, be sure to check the precise location of your accommodation – especially if you don’t have a car! Sometimes, properties are listed under Stratford-upon-Avon, but are actually located in a neighbouring village, which could leave you stuck or relying on expensive taxis.

• Shakespeare Cottage (StayCotswold): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 (2 minute walk)
• Midsummer Cottage (Manor Cottages): 2 bedrooms, sleep 4 (3 minute walk)
• 25 Shakespeare Street (Manor Cottages): 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 (4 minute walk)
• 1 Masons Court (Manor Cottages): 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 (5 minute walk)
• 3 Masons Court (Manor Cottages): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 (5 minute walk)
• 4 Masons Court (Manor Cottages): 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 (5 minute walk)
• The Three Gables: six 1-bedroom apartments and one 2-bedroom apartment (6 minute walk)
• 4 Arthur Road (Manor Cottages): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5 (7 minute walk)
• Emerald Stays @ The Adelphi: 7 self-contained studios and a one-bedroom apartment, sleeping 1-4 people (self-catering)
• 5 Albany Road (Manor Cottages): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 (9 minute walk)
• Summer House (Manor Cottages): 6 bedrooms, sleeps 10 (9-10 minute walk)
• Trinity Cottage (Bolthole Retreats): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5 (15-16 minute walk)
• 33 Percy Street (Bolthole Retreats): 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 (10 minute minute walk)
• The Boathouse Stone Cottage (Airbnb): 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 (13 minute walk)
• 24 College Lane (Manor Cottages): 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 (15 minute walk)

Budget traveller?

Stratford-upon-Avon has some good options for the budget traveller.

• Travelodge – this national chain provides clean, comfortable, no-frills hotel rooms. The Travelodge Stratford-upon-Avon is located on the edge of town, a 15-20 minute walk from our pick up point. (Warning: the similarly named Travelodge Stratford Alcester is a 20-minute drive from Stratford-upon-Avon so don’t get confused!).
• Premier Inn – this affordable national chain provides good, clean and comfortable hotel rooms. Stratford-upon-Avon has two: the  newer Premier Inn Waterways is a 6 minute walk away from our pick up point, while the older Premier Inn Central is an 8-9 minute walk.
• The Queen’s Head – if you don’t mind the noise of a busy bar, The Queen’s Head is a pub with affordable rooms to rent. 6-7 minutes walk from our pick up point.
• YHA Stratford-upon-Avon – this Youth Hostel Association hostel is as budget-friendly as you can get in Stratford-upon-Avon, with both shared dorm rooms and private rooms available. But be warned, it’s located around 2 miles out of town. If you’re feeling fit, it’s a 50-60 minute walk to our pick up point. Monday to Saturday, the #15 bus can pick you up from the road right outside the hostel and will drop you off in the middle of Stratford-upon-Avon. From there, it’s a 5-10 minute walk to our pick up point. This bus doesn’t run on Sundays.

Have we missed any accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon?

New cottages and short-term rental properties pop up all the time. If there is any accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon we’ve missed, or which is no longer open, please let us know so we can keep this list up to date.