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Darwin's Townhouse

5.0 star property
Luxury Victorian bed & breakfast, walk to Shrewsbury Castle

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Garden
Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room) | Garden
Single Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Garden
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May

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Map
37 St Julian's Friars, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1XL
  • Popular LocationShrewsbury Abbey6 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Quarry Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationShrewsbury Castle10 min walk
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)74 min drive
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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 164 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 176 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Shrewsbury

Darwin's Townhouse is located in Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury Abbey and Old Market Hall are notable landmarks and Haughmond Hill is a popular local attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Greenhous Meadow. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Old Market Hall - 6 min walk
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk
  • The Quarry Park - 9 min walk
  • Shrewsbury Castle - 10 min walk
  • Attingham Park - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • House of Grain - 1 min walk
  • Three Fishes Inn - 4 min walk
  • Camellias Tea Rooms - 5 min walk
  • Hop & Friar - 1 min walk
  • Cromwell's Tap House - 4 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

Languages

English

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

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • 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 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

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 security system and a first aid kit

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.

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

As of 11 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darwin's Townhouse on 19 May 2024 start from €133.59, 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.

Darwin's Townhouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 262 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was pretty, overlooking a lovely garden. Only one problem, there was a leak in the en suite. Staff brilliant as was the food. Wd definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for a visit to Shrewsbury, the centre is just a couple of minutes walk away. The decor is very tasteful and breakfast is excellent. Staff are very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
😀
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Highly recommend.
Amazing hotel. Unique and quirky and beautifully presented. Truly worth a visit. Friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just so good! The property is gorgeous inside and outside, and the staff are super nice. One thing is that the building (is it listed?) could really use new window frames, as it seems to let in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really excellent
Really excellent stay! Such a nice hotel, friendly, comfortable and really charming place close to town. Loads of nice touches like a flask of water left next to your bed for the morning. Shows they think about how to make your stay special and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023