The Porch House is a charming haven where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Guests can look forward to savoring an English breakfast, unwinding with a drink at the bar, or simply relaxing on the sun-kissed terrace. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Digbeth Street, Stow on the Wold, Cheltenham, England, GL54 1BN
What's nearby
Cotswold Motoring Museum - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
The Model Village - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Sezincote House & Garden - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
Batsford Arboretum - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
Cotswold Farm Park - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
Oxford (OXF) - 33 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 52 min drive
Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 7 min drive
Kingham Station - 9 min drive
Shipton Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Sheep - 1 min walk
Daylesford Organic Farm Shop - 6 min drive
The Bell at Stow - 2 min walk
The Fox Inn - 4 min drive
The Mousetrap Inn - 11 min drive
About this property
The Porch House
The Porch House is a great choice for a stay in Cheltenham. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 per person
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from May 19 2025 to May 24 2025 (dates subject to change).
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per week
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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
Is The Porch House currently open?
This property is closed from May 19 2025 to May 24 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does The Porch House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Porch House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Porch House?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Porch House?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Porch House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The Porch House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Porch House like?
The Porch House is a short 3-minute walk from St. Edward's Church and 6 minutes' walk from Fosse Gallery Fine Art.
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The Porch House Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Service staff
Food
Restaurant
Bathroom
Breakfast
History
Pub
Bed
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, made to order, and a highlight of the stay. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Wonderful Historic Inn
Fantastic old hotel , the friendliest staff and amazing food
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2025
Simply lovely
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
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.
Jahan
Jahan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
This was the cutest inn on the Cotswolds! And the food was delicious!
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Great place to stay, no complaints!
Josh
Josh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Great place!
Great old pub hotel.. Beautiful inside and loved relaxing in their lounges. Also ate dinner and we enjoyed it.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2023
Pleasant stay
Very comfortable and cozy, great dining service as well.
Leandro
Leandro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2022
Lovely Cotswolds Inn
Amazing inn. Cosy, welcoming and has great food.
Summer
Summer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
The staff, food and surroundings were wonderful. Who wouldn’t want to sleep in a building built in the 10th century. Would definitely visit again
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2024
Very charming place. Excellent food. Welcoming atmosphere. Morning service (breakfast) was slow, but food was very good.
Ole Tom
Ole Tom, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2022
5 star antique stay!
Excellent quaint accommodations
Immaculate
Excellent food available on site
Historic property
Well located to see cotswolds
Fabulous staff
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2023
Gorgeous little hotel!! Will be back!!
Kath
Kath, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2024
Fabulous place to stay, quaint with lots of history and made to feel very welcome. Thank you Porch House!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 20, 2024
Would stay there again
My wife and I chose The Porch House for our 2 night stay in November becuase we perceived the common areas to be comfortable places to spend some down time in the Cotswolds. We were not disappointed. The Inn is very comfortable and the bar was great. The rooms were clean and comfortable but a bit small. Overall I am glad we stayed theyre and would definitely stay there again if searching for a room.
nicholas
nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
I had an amazing experience at the porch house. The staff was phenomenal. Very friendly and willing to assist as needed. The room was very clean and the bed was pretty comfortable. I even ate at their restaurant and the food was delicious. There is long-term parking down the street that is easy use. Would 10/10 recommend to anyone.
Rochelle
Rochelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
Staff was outstanding. Establishment was adorable & full of personality!
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Don’t Miss Out!
As a lover of history, you cannot find a better place that a spot that has been operating for a thousand years! Clean, comfortable where the staff are super friendly and welcoming. If you want to immerse yourself in the Cotswolds, start here! The food at the restaurant was amazing as well!
Giselle
Giselle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2023
Travelling through the Cotswolds.
Only a one night stay but stay was great. From check in staff, bar and restaurant staff and the cleaners we met when we arrived and departed were all great, friendly and welcoming. The hotel is excellent for a real taste of the Cotswolds and our meal in the restaurant in the evening, and breakfast in the morning were great also.
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2023
Just perfect!
Excellent!!! Loved our adorable room, the delicious food, and the helpful staff. It was perfect and a must stay!!! Recommend to everyone wanting a quintessential old English experience!! We would go again and recommend to anyone.
Aimee
Aimee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2024
Beautiful
Beautiful all round. Room was perfect for a one night stay. Had evening dinner and breakfast and both were excellent. Would have no complaints and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Well done
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 7, 2025
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.
Lynn
Lynn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
This is a lovely historic property with a great restaurant. The only thing that could be improved is the WiFi. It was non-existent in our room and in the public areas we were required to give personal information and allow our phones to be tracked to use it. We chose not to.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 29, 2024
Average stay
The staff were lovely and the food (breakfast and dinner) were fantastic! The room unfortunately was just average (especially considering star rating), with a comfortable bed but tiny bathroom, no control of heating and the only small window opened onto patio/parking, meaning was quite noisy. Also no service during our stay meant we ran out of basic amenities on 2nd night.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2024
We loved the staff and the character of the Porch House. The building wraps itself around you and feels very old and welcoming.
We were sad not to encounter the ghost that some people have encountered in our room! The bed was comfy and the pillows a delight. We would come back again and next time hope to see the ghost!
Jennie
Jennie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2024
Great England experience in a 1000 year old inn. Central and authentic. Loved the room over the entrance with views all around. Didn’t mind banging my head on the door frame too much, but I am 5’7”! Great pub downstairs. Not modern but that is what we were looking for.