The Cheltenham Festival: A hotel guide for Irish visitors
Updated: Jan 3
The Arden, Stratford-on-Avon
Directly opposite the Royal Shakespeare Company, this is an elegant 45 room boutique hotel. Includes an all-weather terrace, cosy tea lounge and award-winning brasserie.
Birmingham Airport 30mins | Holyhead Ferry 3h45mins
From £399pp
Clayton, Bristol
A brand you'll recognise from back home. Located in the old city, with the harbourside just a short stroll away. This is a modern hotel housed in the Grade ll listed Everards print works. The building celebrates Bristol’s art links and includes Everards Bar & Restaurant.
Bristol Airport 20mins | Holyhead Ferry 4h30mins
From £269pp
Crowne Plaza, Stratford-upon-Avon
Just a short walk from bars and restaurants. Enjoy dinner at the Riverside Restaurant, with its picturesque views, or head to the Terrace Bar.
Birmingham Airport 30mins | Holyhead Ferry 3h45mins
From £259pp
Hampton by Hilton, Bristol
Stylish rooms with a handy 24-hour pizza service. Just five minutes to good bars and restaurants, and easily reached from both the M4 and M5 for an easy getaway.
Bristol Airport 20mins | Holyhead Ferry 4h30mins
From £239pp
Macdonald Alveston Manor, Stratford-upon-Avon
One of the finest hotels in Warwickshire, and just a 5 minute walk from central Stratford-upon-Avon. Includes a spa with swimming pool, sauna and steam room. There's fine dining in the elegant Manor Restaurant, while the oak-panelled Blue Lounge offers less formal fare.
Birmingham Airport 30mins | Holyhead Ferry 3h45mins