The Best Gloucestershire Family-Friendly Hotels

hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children


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Bear of Rodborough

Rodborough Common

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a restored 17th century ale house and coaching inn set in Natural Trust parkland with an interior decor inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement

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modern, dependable chain hotel with good leisure facilities located just minutes from the M5 and a short drive from the city centre

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modern, value hotel located just 1 mile from the M5 and convenient for the cathedral city of Gloucester and the countryside of the Cotswolds

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set in 26 acres of grounds atop Birdlip Hill with scenic views over the Gloucestershire countryside and is 15 minutes drive from Gloucester

Chester House Hotel

Bourton-on-the-Water

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elegant, traditionally styled rooms are featured at this country-style hotel and quality local ingredients feature on the restaurant's menu

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modern hotel with simple style rooms located opposite The Brewery Leisure Complex that houses a cinema, bowling alley and restaurants

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placed between the city centre and junction 11a of the M5 and features bright, simple style rooms and contemporary public areas

Bells Hotel

Coleford

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relaxing getaway with its own 18-hole golf course, bowling green and access to a wide range of activities based in and around the local area

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period house in a leafy suburb set between the Racecourse and town centre with high ceilings, decorative designs and a grand staircase

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popular, family-run, A40 roadside inn, set in scenic countryside between Gloucester and Ross-on-Wye with guest rooms in a modern annexe

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a wealth of history and character can be seen at this 16th century hotel including axe marks in a door made by Oliver Cromwell’s soldiers

Redesdale Arms Hotel

Moreton-in-Marsh

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17th-century, former coaching inn, built from honeyed Cotswold stone, where period features blend with contemporary decor and facilities

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family-run bar and restaurant offering homely guest rooms and hearty pub food; ideally placed for Berkeley Castle and the Wet Lands Trust

The Ormond

Tetbury

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18th-century inn featuring elegant, individually decorated guest rooms located with Tetbury's shops, restaurants and cafes on the doorstep

The Speech House

Speech House

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built as a hunting lodge for King Charles II, now fully refurbished to offer modern facilities and luxurious rooms in the heart of the Forest of Dean

New Inn Hotel

Lechlade-on-Thames

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the extensive grounds at this characterful former coaching inn - yet has up-to-date comforts - reach down to the banks of the River Thames

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in a charming village setting, this welcoming hotel boasts stylishly furnished rooms and a relaxed restaurant serving award-winning cuisine

Days Inn

Michaelwood Services - M5 Northbound

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budget, stopover hotel located within the Michaelwood services between junctions 13 and 14 on the northbound M5 motorway

Crown Inn

Blockley

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16th century inn offering warm hospitality and a relaxing ambience with log fires in the lounge, comfy places to sit awhile and home cooked food

Rising Sun Hotel

Cleeve Hill

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sitting close to the top of Cleeve Hill - the highest point in the Cotswolds - with panoramic views across Cheltenham to the Malvern Hills beyond

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16th century, former coaching inn featuring well-equipped, individually designed rooms, a restaurant serving local produce and lively bar

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conveniently placed close to junction 14 of the M5 giving easy access to Bristol, Gloucester, Cheltenham; rooms are spacious and well-equipped

Corinium Hotel

Cirencester

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small, privately owned hotel offering an oasis of tranquillity in one of Cirencester's oldest streets yet only a short stroll from the town centre

Number Four at Stow

Stow-on-the-Wold

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contemporary hotel ideal as a comfy Cotswolds exploring base as it sits alongside the ancient Fosse Way, now the A429, near charming Stow

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in a village just outside Gloucester, with easy access to the M4, a comfortable hotel with spacious, functional rooms and dining on site

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relaxing hotel, close to Hidcote Gardens, that is the home of the famous 'Pudding Club', enjoy fine dining, good 'puds' and a sumptuous breakfast

The Swan Hotel

Wotton-under-Edge

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a 17th century, former coaching inn where modern comforts blend with tradition situated in the heart of this pretty Cotswold market town

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a Tewkesbury landmark combining historic buildings dating from the 15th and 18th centuries; guest rooms come individually styled

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friendly, family-run hotel with spacious guest rooms and a traditional bar with open log fires ideally placed to explore the Forest of Dean and area

Priory Inn

Tetbury

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friendly, family run hotel situated a short stroll from Tetbury's shops, pubs and cafes; simple style guest rooms feature individual artwork

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popular, former coaching inn, situated opposite the historic Market House, retaining original character and featuring a relaxed ambience

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the A40 location, between Gloucester and Ross-on-Wye, of this friendly pub is ideal for an en-route stopover when travelling to or from Wales

The New Inn

Gloucester

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15th century inn retaining original character and features including a galleried courtyard and exposed beams situated close to the Cathedral

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well appointed and charming 14th century posting house with a rich and varied heritage located within an easy drive of Bath and Bristol

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traditional inn dating from the 16th retaining plenty of original character, the comfortable guest rooms are situated in a converted stable block

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this traditional inn features AA two rosette dining, cooked by the chef owner, and now also has refurbished rooms, spacious and comfortable

The Limes

Stow-on-the-Wold

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Victorian residence set in an attractive, well-tended garden on the outskirts of Stow and just 5 minutes walk to the historic Market Place

Spalite Hotel

Gloucester

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spacious well-equipped rooms and attentive owners, plus a location ten minutes' walk from the centre, make this traditional B&B a good choice

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