Cheltenham Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Cheltenham, England

You’ll probably want to seek out the historical sites during your holiday in Cheltenham. While you’re visiting, you may want to admire the picturesque gardens.

Based on our travel expertise, Queens Hotel Cheltenham is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a snack bar/deli. Cheltenham Town Hall is a short walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include The George and No 131.

In Cheltenham, there are 880 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Cheltenham is notable for landmarks like Cheltenham Town Hall, Pitville Pump Room and Sudeley Castle. Cultural venues include Everyman Theatre, Cotswold Motoring Museum and Cheltenham Playhouse. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are The Promenade and Pittville Park.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Cheltenham, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Cheltenham, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.