Loving The Cotswolds guide
Places to Stay in the Cotswolds
Compare Cotswolds hotels, village inns, bed and breakfasts, cottages, campsites and glamping stays—then choose a base that makes the rest of your trip easier.
Choose the right base, not simply the prettiest postcode
Where you stay has a huge effect on how relaxed a Cotswolds break feels. A central market town can make restaurants and transport easier, a village inn may put walking routes on the doorstep, and a cottage can give families or groups more space. The trade-off is often between atmosphere, convenience and the amount of driving required.
This guide removes the duplicated listings from the previous page and organises every unique accommodation entry by stay type. Use it as a starting point, then confirm current prices, availability, facilities, accessibility, pet policies and booking terms directly with the accommodation provider.
Accommodation directory structure and listings reviewed in July 2026.
Choose your type of Cotswolds stay
Start with how you want the trip to work. The right accommodation type can matter more than a particular village name.
Hotels and country houses
For full-service stays, spa breaks, special occasions and visitors who want facilities on site.
Inns and pubs with rooms
A characterful choice when food, village atmosphere and accommodation need to sit together.
B&Bs and guest houses
Useful for a more personal stay, a central village base or a shorter weekend visit.
Cottages and self-catering
Best for flexibility, longer stays, families, groups and visitors who want their own space.
Camping and glamping
Outdoor stays ranging from campsite simplicity to yurts and more comfortable glamping.
Choose by town or area
Start with the places you want to visit, then choose accommodation that reduces unnecessary driving.
Quick accommodation ideas for different trips
A classic first visit
Base yourself around Broadway, Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow-on-the-Wold or Bourton-on-the-Water for easy access to several well-known villages.
A quieter village break
Look at Blockley, Ebrington, Longborough, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Sapperton or Meysey Hampton.
Without relying on a car
Moreton-in-Marsh and Cheltenham have railway connections; always check the final walk, taxi or bus journey to the property.
A walking weekend
Choose an inn or B&B close to the route and confirm evening food, luggage arrangements and wet-weather options.
A family or group stay
Self-catering usually gives more space and flexibility, but check bedroom layouts, parking and any minimum-stay rules.
A special occasion
Country hotels and destination stays can work well when the accommodation, dining and relaxation are the main event.
Hotels and country-house stays
Back to stay types
Redesdale Arms Hotel, Moreton-in-Marsh
A historic Cotswold-stone hotel in central Moreton-in-Marsh, close to the railway station.
Burleigh Court Hotel, near Minchinhampton
A country-house hotel base for Minchinhampton, Nailsworth and the Stroud valleys.
Dormy House Hotel, near Broadway
A countryside hotel above Broadway, suited to a slower or special-occasion stay.
Bear of Rodborough Hotel, Stroud
A hotel base on Rodborough Common, within reach of Stroud and Minchinhampton.
Best Western Mayfield House Hotel, Crudwell
A hotel near Crudwell for exploring Malmesbury, Tetbury and the southern Cotswolds.
Burford House
A central Burford stay on or near the historic High Street.
Calcot Manor, near Tetbury
A country-hotel option near Tetbury and the south-western Cotswolds.
BEST WESTERN Grosvenor Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon
A Stratford-upon-Avon hotel for combining the northern Cotswolds with Shakespeare country.
Central Hotel Cheltenham
A central Cheltenham base for the town, festivals and western Cotswolds.
Inns, pubs and restaurants with rooms
Back to stay types
The Plough Inn, Stratton
An old village pub with accommodation on the northern edge of Cirencester.
The Coach & Horses Inn, Longborough
A compact village coaching inn offering rooms and a useful base near Moreton-in-Marsh.
The Wychwood Inn, Shipton-under-Wychwood
A village inn with guest rooms, food and a base for the Evenlode Valley.
The Masons Arms, Meysey Hampton
A village pub with rooms near Fairford, Cirencester and the eastern Cotswolds.
The Daneway Inn, Sapperton
A country inn near Sapperton, the canal and walking routes south of Cirencester.
The Kilkeney Inn, Andoversford
A rural inn near Andoversford, within reach of Cheltenham and the central Cotswolds.
The Wild Duck Inn, Ewen
A village-inn stay near Cirencester and the Cotswold Water Park.
Wild Garlic, Nailsworth
Restaurant-with-rooms accommodation in Nailsworth and the Stroud valleys.
Wild Thyme Restaurant with Rooms, Chipping Norton
A restaurant-with-rooms option in Chipping Norton.
The Red Lion Inn, Chipping Campden
A traditional inn in Chipping Campden, close to the High Street and Cotswold Way.
Bed and breakfasts and guest houses
Back to stay types
Brymbo B&B, near Chipping Campden
A traditional bed and breakfast near Chipping Campden and the northern Cotswolds.
Manor Close B&B, Bourton-on-the-Water
A bed and breakfast on Bourton-on-the-Water High Street.
Brook House B&B, Broadway
A Broadway bed and breakfast in a detached house within reach of the village centre.
The Peacocks Bed & Breakfast, Ebrington
A traditional bed and breakfast in the village of Ebrington near Chipping Campden.
The Malins Bed & Breakfast, Blockley
A traditional bed and breakfast in Blockley, close to Moreton-in-Marsh.
Blenheim Guest House & Tea Rooms, Woodstock
A Woodstock guest house and tea-room option near Blenheim Palace.
Cotswold Garden Tea Rooms, Stow-on-the-Wold
A central Stow-on-the-Wold listing combining guest accommodation and tea rooms.
Cottages and self-catering
Back to stay types
Holidays in the Cotswolds
A collection of Cotswolds holiday cottages for couples, families and larger groups.
holidaycottages.co.uk
A broad selection of self-catering cottages across Cotswolds towns, villages and countryside.
Bibury Holiday Cottages
Self-catering cottages in Bibury, close to the River Coln and Arlington Row.
Mulberry Cottages
A collection of hand-picked self-catering holiday cottages around the Cotswolds.
West Barn Cottage, Shipton Oliffe
A self-catering Cotswold-stone cottage near Cheltenham and Andoversford.
Number Sixty Five, Tetbury
A Tetbury accommodation option for exploring the town and nearby countryside.
Camping and glamping
Back to stay types
The Orchard Getaway campsite, Hinton-on-the-Green, near Evesham
A rural campsite and glamping-style stay in a secluded plum orchard near Evesham.
Campden Yurts
A glamping option near Chipping Campden for visitors wanting something different from a hotel.
Planning a Cotswolds stay
Plan the geography before booking
Pick the towns, walks or attractions that matter most, then choose a base that avoids crossing the region repeatedly.
Check the full cost
Compare parking, breakfast, cleaning charges, deposits, minimum stays and cancellation terms rather than looking only at the headline nightly rate.
Confirm food arrangements
Village restaurants and pub kitchens can close on quieter days. Check breakfast, dinner and late-arrival options before travelling.
Ask about accessibility
Historic buildings may have steps, narrow stairs or rooms spread across several floors. Discuss specific needs directly with the property.
Check parking and electric charging
Do not assume a central hotel, village inn or cottage has private parking or an EV charger. Confirm both before booking.
Understand pet and family policies
Check which rooms accept dogs, whether charges apply, and whether the bedroom layout genuinely works for children or larger groups.
Find accommodation by Cotswolds area
Start with a town or village guide to understand the setting, nearby attractions, parking and how much driving the location may involve.
About these accommodation listings
Loving The Cotswolds presents these pages as planning guides rather than a live booking engine. Inclusion is not automatically a personal review, ranking or guarantee of current availability. Some older listing pages may need further updating, so always confirm the important details with the provider before paying or making a special journey.
Plan the rest of your Cotswolds break
Staying in the Cotswolds: FAQs
Which Cotswolds town is best for a first visit?
Broadway, Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Cirencester are useful starting points, but the best base depends on your planned attractions, transport and preferred atmosphere.
Can you visit the Cotswolds without a car?
Yes, but the choice of base matters. Moreton-in-Marsh and Cheltenham have railway stations, while buses and taxis can help with onward travel. Check complete journeys and evening return options before booking.
Is a hotel, inn or cottage best?
Hotels suit visitors wanting facilities and service; inns work well for village atmosphere and food; cottages offer flexibility and space. Compare the practical details rather than choosing by appearance alone.
How far in advance should accommodation be booked?
Popular weekends, school holidays, festivals and summer dates can fill early. Booking ahead is especially important for larger groups, accessible rooms and pet-friendly accommodation.
What should I check before booking a historic property?
Ask about stairs, ceiling heights, parking, noise, room location, luggage access and bathroom arrangements. Characterful old buildings do not always offer modern layouts.
Where should walkers stay?
Choose a base close to the route or a reliable transport connection. Confirm breakfast times, evening food, drying space, luggage transfers and what happens if weather changes the plan.