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The Howard Arms

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Charming retreat with cosy elegance

Idyllic and beautiful, this charming village retreat offers cosy rooms with comfortable beds and a welcoming atmosphere. Unwind by the roaring fire in the atmospheric bar or savour delicious English dishes in the comfortable dining room.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is €181
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

Room options

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Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room (The Village Room)

Double Room (The Village Room)

Double Room (The Village Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (The Old Beams)

Double Room (The Old Beams)

Double Room (The Old Beams)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room (The Oak Room)

Double Room (The Oak Room)

Double Room (The Oak Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston on Stour, England, CV36 4LT

What's nearby

  • The Church of St Peter - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cotswold Way - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Chipping Campden Church of St James - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Straight Audi Fan Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seaspray - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Eight Bells Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Howard Arms

Luxury inn near Hidcote Manor Garden
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground at The Howard Arms. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Concierge services, barbecues and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Howard Arms include amenities, such as free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Howard Arms Inn Ilmington
Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour
Howard Arms Ilmington
Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn
The Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howard Arms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Howard Arms?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Howard Arms on 19 Nov 2025 start from €181.34, 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 Howard Arms?

This inn doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Howard Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Howard Arms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Howard Arms located?

Situated in a regional park, this luxury inn is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Broadway Tower and Cotswolds Distillery. Stratford Butterfly Farm and Anne Hathaway's Cottage are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Howard Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and rooms, excellent breakfast, super friendly staff, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break.

Excellent location, accommodation restaurant and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful night away

A wonderful night away in an amazing hotel, we will definitely return. Great staff, beautiful pub/restaurant & gardens. Amazing bedroom, very comfortable bed & extremely clean - 5 stars!!🌟
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MarilynBill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked in a quiet village yet close to many other Cotswold experiences we loved our stay here. Rooms are spacious and comfy, staff are friendly and helpful and it was nice to come home to the pub and restaurant after a long day of exploring.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Highly recommended place to stay very clean with great food and service
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely 2 night stay , stayed in the summer room which we could not fault . Service in the pub area very good and ate the first night in the pub restaurant which again was great .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places we have stayed in, friendly helpful staff, calm atmosphere and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Lovely stay would recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very enjoyable stay

A very pleasant stay - good room, good bed, good dinner, good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and an excellent room. Great food as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Top quality food, accommodation and service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely inn in the Cotswolds and close driving distance to many other little towns. Everyone was very friendly and hospitable and the rooms were just as depicted. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful welcome, fabulous food. Accommodation super and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pub for a short break

An excellent place to stay. Lovely room with really friendly service from the staff. Had a really good breakfast. Good location to explore the Cotswolds. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Welcoming quainte English village hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Really enjoyable 3 day stay at The Howard Arms. Would like to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay and big bed

We had a wonderful stay in the little village. We really enjoyed the room, the friendly staff and the beautiful surroundings. The bed in our room was truly king size - and I must say it’s the best bed I have slept in on any trip I have been on. The breakfast was generous and delicious, and the staff always eager to help out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Great rooms, great staff, nothing was a bother
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great, people were friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Onur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay. Comfortable kind staff. Food and drinks were top notch. Very professional service and will definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Amazing stay at The Howard Arms. Lovely big room , very comfy bed and pillows. The food was excellent . We had dinner a couple of nights and breakfast every day . The staff are so helpful and really friendly , nothing was too much trouble . Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is wonderful! Rooms are tidy and modern. Dining room meals are great! Pub is friendly and selections are extensive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a beautiful unspoilt village. Room very comfortable and well furnished. Food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023