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The Speech House Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Coleford hotel

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Main House Attic Double | Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Master 4 Poster
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Speech House Road, Coleford, England, GL16 7EL
  • Place, Sculpture Trail
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Puzzlewood
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wye Valley
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Courtyard Double

Standard Courtyard Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Courtyard 4 Poster

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Main House Attic Double

Main House Attic Double

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main House Double/Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Courtyard Family (2 Children)

Courtyard Family (2 Children)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main House Double Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Master 4 Poster

Master 4 Poster

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior 4 Poster

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Double or Twin

Junior Double or Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Courtyard Twin

Standard Courtyard Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Cosy Courtyard Double Room

Cosy Courtyard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cosy Courtyard Twin Room

Cosy Courtyard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Coleford

In regional park.At this Coleford hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sculpture Trail and 3 miles (5 km) of Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Forest Hills Golf Club and Forest Leisure Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Sculpture Trail - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wye Valley - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Gloucester Docks - 41 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Gloucester Quays - 41 min drive - 44.1 km
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway - 48 min drive - 51.2 km

Getting around

  • Lydney Station - 14 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cinderford Rugby Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beechenhurst Lodge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Foresters Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Postage Stamp Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Speech House Hotel

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Coleford hotel
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Speech House Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Coleford hotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1669
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
The Speech House Hotel offers 35 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 available for GBP 20.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. 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

Hotel Speech
Speech Hotel
Speech House Coleford
Speech House Hotel
Speech House Hotel Coleford
Speech House
The Speech House Hotel Hotel
The Speech House Hotel Coleford
The Speech House Hotel Hotel Coleford

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Speech House Hotel to the airport?

The Speech House Hotel is 44.3 mi (76-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Speech House Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Speech House Hotel on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $164, 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 Speech House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Speech House Hotel.

Does The Speech House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Speech House Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Speech House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Speech House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Speech House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Speech House Hotel have a pool?

The Speech House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Speech House Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like British cuisine, brunch, and light fare.

Does The Speech House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Speech House Hotel to downtown Coleford?

The Speech House Hotel is 1.9 mi away from West Dean.

The Speech House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 294 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely friendly hotel. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for one night but room was clean, parking good, staff very pleasant and breakfast excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff, without exception they were polite, professional and smiled! This is an old building so the room (14) had lovely old beams and views across the forest. Plenty of parking, easy check-in with welcoming receptionist
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, very friendly staff and great food located in beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and unique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Super stay and all staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and accommodating. Good dining and great service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Food excellent. Location great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, good clean hotel in a good position for walking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

100% recommend staying

Staff were great from the receptionist to the waitress, room was great, food was really good in the evening and breakfast too. would defiantly recommend and stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always a nice place to stop over

Another very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent dog friendly hotel

Very dog friendly hotel. Made to feel very welcome. Food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

A pleasant time away

Just a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but had a lovely stay, lovely room, comfy bed, nice breakfast and friendly staff 😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place Food exceeded expectation Staff friendly and warm
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, great location.

Had a great one night stay here while working away. Staff friendly & welcoming throughout the stay. Had dinner in the orangery which was really nice food & drink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cinderford stay

Lovely rooms great parking great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service excellent staff polite and attentive breakfast had a good choice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff. Good location for walking etc. Hotel needs updating and re furbishing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best hotel in the Forest

Another excellent stay at Speech House. Great food, comfortable room and the best staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Food

Very friendly staff/owners. Fantastic gourmet evening meal - delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel Forest of Dean

Always the best place to stay in the Forest
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in the Forest

Another great stay at Speech House. Comfortable room, excellent service and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024