Darwin's Townhouse

Victorian bed & breakfast in Shrewsbury with a bar

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Darwin's Townhouse in Shrewsbury's center offers a luxurious yet comfortable stay. Guests can unwind in the quiet garden and enjoy evening drinks at the welcoming bar. The English breakfast is highly praised, and the staff provides attentive, helpful service.

VIP Access

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
Laundry
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Room options

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Tonight

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Tomorrow

Sep 20 - Sep 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Double Room, Ensuite

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

164 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

176 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Single Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Bathrobes

13 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Fan

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

37 St Julian's Friars, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1XL

What's nearby

Old Market Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
The Quarry Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Shrewsbury Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Attingham Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Shrewsbury Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

‪Cromwell’s Tap House - ‬4 min walk
‪House of Grain - ‬1 min walk
‪Hop & Friar - ‬1 min walk
‪The Nag's Head - ‬3 min walk
‪Cafe Saffron - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Darwin's Townhouse

Luxury bed & breakfast near Shrewsbury Castle

Located close to St. Mary's Church and Old Market Hall, Darwin's Townhouse provides a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms at Darwin's Townhouse boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.

Other amenities include:

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per day)

Food and drink

English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
A bar/lounge

Family friendly

Cot (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Garden

Accessibility

Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift

3 floors
Built in 1760
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Cot (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water

Heating
Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay.

Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day (400 ft away)
Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per stay
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

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

Darwin's Townhouse B&B Shrewsbury

Darwin's Townhouse B&B

Darwin's Townhouse Shrewsbury

Sandford Hotel Shrewsbury

Darwin's Townhouse Shrewsbury

Darwin's Townhouse Bed & breakfast

Darwin's Townhouse Bed & breakfast Shrewsbury

Frequently asked questions

Is Darwin's Townhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Darwin's Townhouse?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darwin's Townhouse on 21 Sept 2025 start from €125.60, 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.

What time is check-in at Darwin's Townhouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Darwin's Townhouse?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Darwin's Townhouse located?

Situated in Shrewsbury, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of St. Mary's Church, Old Market Hall and Shrewsbury Abbey. Shrewsbury Castle and Attingham Park are also within 15 minutes. Shrewsbury Station is 11 minutes by foot.