You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar at The Dial House. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Cheltenham is home to The Dial House. Naunton Downs Golf Club and Chipping Norton Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Burford Garden Company and Diddly Squat Farm Shop. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Cheltenham travel guide
High Street, Bourton-on-Water, Cheltenham, England, GL54 2AN
What's nearby
Cotswold Motoring Museum
1 min walk - 0.0 km
The Model Village
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Birdland Park and Gardens
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Dragonfly Maze
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Cheltenham Spa Station
23 min drive
Oxford (OXF)
61 min drive
Restaurants
The Old New Inn
3 min walk
The Porch House
6 min drive
The Mousetrap Inn
5 min walk
The Willow
1 min walk
New England Coffee House
6 min drive
About this property
The Dial House
Property highlights
A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Dial House. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks at this inn include:
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and outdoor furniture
Smoke-free property
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dial House offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Dial House?
As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dial House on 5 Nov 2026 start from €185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Dial House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Dial House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Dial House?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Dial House located?
Situated in Cheltenham, this inn is steps away from River Windrush, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Cotswold Motoring Museum. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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The Dial House Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Historic site wonderfully renovated. Lovely town….take advantage of the public footpaths to experience the beauty of Bourton-on-the-water. Parking is excellent.
Great location and beautiful old building. The staff were great and breakfast was delicious. Handy to have parking in such a popular town - definitely one of the cutest towns in the Cotswolds
We have just had a lovely stay at The Dial House.
We were welcomed warmely and shown to our room; which was very clean and cosy. The gift of a handmade soap was a nice touch!
The hotel is very pretty and was beautifully decorated with the lounge area having open fire. The staff were all vety helpful and friendly.
I must also add the hotel smells amazing!
The location is perfect and very central to take in the sights and the car park was very convenient.
We also had a delicious roast dinner in restaurant to finish off our stay.
We would definitely recommend this hotel to friends and hope to return!
Great property in the center of town. Can’t get a more central location with parking invluded. Price and amenities were fantastic. Would gladly visit again.
The online photos failed to live up to the actual accomadations. An Example, the room was smaller then appears in the photo. The patio felt short of the photos and need to be cleaned. The most concerning was the mold in the shower. TV was small and ackwardly placed on the wall for viewing. Positive parking was great and everything was in Walking distance. Comfortable bed and nice linens. Also the staff was friendly.
The location is fantastic being on the High Street in a central location and nicely set back from the hoards of tourists.
The staff are lovely and engaging.
Lunch and evening meals were beautifully cooked but breakfast at £21.50 per head was not great, being over cooked and one of the most expensive I’ve had, probably ever.
On the subject of price, whilst the evening meal was lovely, £40+ each for a Goan Fish Curry and a Ribeye Steak was excessive being on or above the price of a good London restaurant.
The room was very clean and nicely decorated. The staff had the fan going to cool down for us since the heat wave was still going.
The room had everything we needed but it was on the small side and had no A/C. Check in was very easy and parking on site was a great amenity. Breakfast was pricey and we decided to get pastries and coffee on the nearby coffee shop since we’re not big breakfast people.
The hotel is very well located in front of restaurants and water running through the town. It’s a great place for families and pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Paul
4 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was lovely and quirky - perfect location with parking
Great friendly hotel right in the heart of the village in walking distance to everything of interest. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious with a welcome gift and free toiletries. Breakfast was tasty with a good selection to choose from. Really enjoyed our 2 night stay
Charming inn right at the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water. It was a short walk to the shops and pubs/restaurants of the town. Chose it because it had a room that would accommodate three ladies on our little tour of the Cotswolds. Our room had two separate bedrooms, one with a large bed and then another with two twin beds. Bathroom was updated and roomy with a full tub and shower. Would be perfect for a family also. The inn was built in 1698 and has historical charm, but was nicely renovated. Lovely restaurant which we didn't have a chance to try, and a sitting area where we had coffee. Everyone was lovely and kind. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dean
25 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were so friendly, room was spotless and beautiful, and food was absolutely outstanding. Location was spot on too. Loved it!
My wife and I have just returned from a wonderful stay at The Dial House in Bourton-on-the-Water, and we honestly couldn't have asked for more.
We happened to visit during an exceptionally hot spell, with temperatures reaching 36°C, but the staff were absolutely outstanding throughout our stay, doing everything possible to ensure all guests remained comfortable and well looked after. Their professionalism, friendliness and attention to detail really stood out.
Our room was beautiful and comfortable, the dinner and breakfast were both excellent, and enjoying cocktails in the stunning garden on a warm summer evening was simply perfect. The location is unbeatable too – right in the heart of the gorgeous Bourton-on-the-Water, making it easy to enjoy everything this beautiful village has to offer.
Thank you to the whole team for making our stay so memorable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Parker
3 Sept 2025
We stayed in the family room and found it to be very comfortable and welcoming. The property, town, and surrounding area were idyllic, we would highly recommend a stay at the Dial House!
The whole place was charming and full of character. Check-in was fast and reception took us to our room personally. The room was beautifully decorated. The bathroom was modern and clean. A nice selection of teas and biscuits. This is not a negative but something to be aware of; since the building is older and refurbished, the stairs are a little narrow and lean so make sure you are comfortable with navigating not so perfect stairs if you choose to stay in the upper levels. Back to the positives: the garden area was lovely with plenty of chairs to sit and enjoy, there were EV stations available, a small pub and restaurant to relax and unwind (we didn’t try it out, but the smells coming from the kitchen were wonderful). Most importantly, right in the heart of the village so you can walk to everything.