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The Porch House

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star inn with restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Fireplace
Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Digbeth Street, Stow on the Wold, Cheltenham, England, GL54 1BN
  • Place, Fosse Gallery Fine Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Edward's Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cheltenham

In Cheltenham .Within a 10-minute walk of the inn, you'll find St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art. Old Mill and St Nicholas Church, Lower Oddington are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fosse Gallery Fine Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Edward's Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 39 min drive - 41.2 km
  • University of Oxford - 43 min drive - 52.6 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Porch House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bell at Stow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Willow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucy's Tea Room - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Porch House

Luxurious 5-star inn with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 5-star Cheltenham inn is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Porch House offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Cheltenham inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per week
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Royalist Cheltenham
Royalist Hotel
Royalist Hotel Cheltenham
Porch House Inn Cheltenham
Porch House Inn
Porch House Cheltenham
The Porch House Inn
The Porch House Cheltenham
The Porch House Inn Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Porch House to the airport?

The Porch House is 23.4 mi (33-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Porch House?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Porch House on Apr 1, 2026 start from CA $223, excluding 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.

Does The Porch House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Porch House.

Does The Porch House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Porch House, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Porch House?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Porch House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Porch House?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Porch House have a pool?

The Porch House does not have a pool.

Does The Porch House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Porch House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Porch House to downtown Cheltenham?

The Porch House is 0.3 mi away from Stow-on-the-Wold.

The Porch House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 206 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cathy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a warm and inviting atmosphere, the room was perfect and the bed was amazingly comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy d a delightful overnight stay at the porch house. The staff were helpful and friendly and our room was very comfortable with delightful decor. We didn’t eat at here because it was fully booked ,but the dining room looked very nice .Hope to be back one day !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, San Francisco

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No big chain brands, nice local markets selling locally UK produced or grown products.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smell in the bathroom was really bad. We put up with it as we did when we last stayed here in same room. But will not do again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was what I expected but all the services were run on a shoe string. Checking in at the bar. Ordering drinks at the bar along with other casual visitors for a drink. Restaurant was fully booked. I was offered a table in the bar, which I didn't mind, but I had to queue at the bar to place my order. There was no consideration to you being a resident. Residents bar and lounge area was non operational.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really helpful and welcoming. The hotel was in a great location and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was quaint, clean and the staff friendly and efficient. The room was very small and the room not made up the one night. Overall though good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory, ancona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ho was great, helping us with the room, luggage, local services and basically everything!!! A special thank you to Mandy and Caitlin for looking after us at breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Whilst the food was nice and the waitress lovely, there were some really disappointing elements to our stay…our bathroom had some unsightly grimy areas…we stayed during a heat wave and whilst no one can control the weather, the room was unbearably hot despite the use of two old and not very effective fans…we had a very poor night sleep for this reason! The path to the outside garden area had an area that looked very unsightly with rubbish and various other items. Absolutely not worth the money for this stay and would not recommend or return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smallest room was excellent! Soft plllowsn and a vestibule to capture all of our travelling bags well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel...thought it was pretty cool that it's the oldest inn in England. We had dinner at the hotel one night and food and service was very good. Breakfast also delicious and made to order!! The location is very convenient to shopping and other restaurants. There is not hotel parking available, but paid parking is nearby. Our room was on the second floor and no lift in the hotel. A staff member carried our bags up the stairs for us. Everyone was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

derek

room was in a poor condition very limited breakfast menu and the same for the evening meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hotel looks better on the internet.

The hotel is very old and quaint, however, a lot of the decor looked very tired and worn out. Couldn't tell if it was tired or just needed a good cleaning. The bathroom was not equipped well. No tissues or wash clothes. Window shade in the room was not working well. Bed was comfortable and sheets seemed fine. The access to the room was difficult because of some very narrow and low ceiling stairs. Staff wasn't overly friendly and they seemed frazzled and under staffed. We did have a very good meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jahan

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was truly a pleasure to stay at England’s oldest inn. We loved our room, the history and the restaurant. We brought our dog as well, and it was just such a lovely weekend. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024