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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
Gloucester Robinswood Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
Cbh Hatherley Manor Hotel
2 Pound Cottage
Elliot Oliver - Stylish Loft Style Two Bedroom Apartment with Parking
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Raffles London at the Owo
The Peninsula London
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London
Park Hyatt London River Thames
The Langham London
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane
London Marriott Hotel County Hall
InterContinental London Park Lane, by IHG
The Dorchester
Sofitel London St James Hotel
Bvlgari Hotel London
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Shangri-La the Shard, London
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Grand Residences by Marriott - Mayfair-London
The London Edition
The Connaught, Maybourne Hotel Collection
Claridge's, Maybourne Hotel Collection
The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buckinghamshire
The Old Vine
Thyme
Oak & Poppy
King Street Townhouse
Clifton Arms Hotel
Foxhills Club & Resort
Crown Hotel
No.4 Carlton
Maidens Tower B&B
Port Lympne Mansion Hotel
Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village
The BoTree
The Harper
The Highfield House
House of George W Davies
Hotel du Vin Stratford
Treehouse Hotel London
St. Pierre Park Hotel & Golf
Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa
Brooklands Hotel Surrey
Harbour Hotel & Spa Southampton
Park Hyatt London River Thames
The Town House
London Marriott Hotel County Hall
Storrs Hall Hotel
Canary Riverside Plaza Hotel
Shangri-La the Shard, London
Hotel Cristina
The Victoria Hotel & Source Spa
Braye Beach Hotel, Alderney
Foxhills Club & Resort
Port Lympne Mansion Hotel
The Langham London
Hampton Manor
Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa
Bovey Castle
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London
London Marriott Hotel Park Lane
Storrs Hall Hotel
The Chester Grosvenor
The Dilly
St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection
Peckforton Castle
Hambleton Hall
Lympstone Manor Hotel Restaurant & Vineyard - Relais & Chateaux
St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection
Sofitel London St James Hotel
Kimpton - Fitzroy London
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Manor House Lindley
King Street Townhouse
Dakota Leeds
The Langham London
Treehouse Hotel London
Hotel Gotham
InterContinental London Park Lane, by IHG
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Knightsbridge Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
Kimpton - Fitzroy London
L'oscar London
The London Edition
The Soho Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
HAM Yard Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
The Berkeley, Maybourne Hotel Collection
Covent Garden Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
Charlotte Street Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
The Beaumont Mayfair
Homewood Hotel & Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Duke of Richmond Hotel
Hilton London Bankside
Harbour Hotel & Spa Southampton
L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa
1 Hotel Mayfair
Beaverbrook Town House
The Emory, Maybourne Hotel Collection
Escapade Silverstone
Hotel Gotham
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
The Chester Grosvenor
The Randolph Hotel Oxford, a Graduate by Hilton
Buckingham & Lloyds
Hyatt Regency London - the Churchill
Cheval Three Quays at the Tower of London
Cheval Gloucester Park
Grange Farm Park
Monkey Island Estate - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
L'oscar London
Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club
The Falcon Hotel
Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences
King Street Townhouse
The Peninsula London
The Langham London
London Marriott Hotel County Hall
Hotel Gotham
The Dorchester
Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences
The Connaught, Maybourne Hotel Collection
Haymarket Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
Hotel Cafe Royal
The Lowry Hotel Manchester
The Goring
The Montague on the Gardens
Town Hall Hotel - Shoreditch
The Ritz London
Rosewood London
The Three Blackbirds
Saltcote Place
South Lodge
Lorne House Bed & Breakfast
Summer Lodge Country House Hotel
The Langford Inn
The Mayflower
Hotel Barrière Fouquet's New York
The Plaza - A Fairmont Managed Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Four Seasons Hotel New York
The St. Regis New York
Park Hyatt New York
Mandarin Oriental New York
Times Square Edition New York
Loews Regency New York Hotel
Lowell Hotel
New York Edition
Baccarat Hotel New York
Equinox Hotel New York
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue
The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel
The Chatwal, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Mark New York
Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York
Casa Cipriani New York
Frequently Asked Questions about Traveling to Gloucester
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In Gloucester, the The Old Rectory Hotel stands out for its historic character, housed in a former clergy residence near the Gloucester Cathedral. Its original 18th-century architecture blends with modern comforts, featuring period furnishings and elegant guest rooms with cathedral views.
Another notable choice is The Bridge House Hotel, located on the banks of the River Severn, offering scenic riverfront rooms and private terraces. Both properties provide authentic English hospitality, with breakfasts featuring locally sourced ingredients and access to nearby heritage sites like the City Walls and St. Mary de Crypt Church.
Downtown Gloucester, especially around Gloucester Cathedral and The Quays, is ideal for first-time visitors. This central district offers easy access to major landmarks, including the Cathedral, Severn River Walk, and the Gloucester Market.
It’s also well-served by public transport, with bus stops and bike rental stations nearby. Walking distance to restaurants, pubs, and independent shops makes it perfect for exploring the city’s rich history and vibrant local culture without needing a car.
Tourists must visit the Gloucester Cathedral, home to stunning medieval stained glass and the famous **
Gloucester Overview
City Summary
Gloucester, a historic city in Gloucestershire, England, boasts Roman heritage and medieval architectural gems. Gloucester Cathedral is famed for its Gothic cloisters featured in Harry Potter films, while the Docks area showcases Industrial Revolution-era canal culture. With ancient abbey ruins, contemporary art galleries, and River Severn landscapes, the city blends cultural depth with slow travel charm.
Must-See Attractions
Start at Gloucester Cathedral to see England's earliest fan-vaulted cloisters. The National Waterways Museum reveals canal engineering feats, and Blackfriars Priory displays 13th-century stained glass remnants. Stroll along the Sebastian Walk riverside path, or explore converted warehouses at Gloucester Docks, where weekend markets buzz with local life.
Food Guide
Savor Gloucester's farm-to-table traditions with Single Gloucester cheese, a protected regional specialty. Try smoked eel pie at the Docks or fish & chips at The Chip Shed using Severn estuary catch. Hobbs House Bakery serves quintessential scones with clotted cream in a timber-framed tearoom.
Transportation Guide
The compact city center is walkable, with major sites clustered near the cathedral and docks. Direct trains reach London (2hrs) and Birmingham (1hr). Local buses (Stagecoach) connect key areas; note: narrow streets in the historic quarter limit parking. Use Park & Ride lots for day trips. Bus 61 runs to Cheltenham (30mins) for Cotswolds access.
Best Time to Visit
May-September offers mild weather and festivals like July's Gloucester Festival with open-air performances. Winter sees fewer crowds but magical Christmas markets and cathedral light shows. Avoid Bank Holiday weekends when attractions are busiest.
Travel Tips
- Cathedral etiquette: Maintain silence in chapels; photography restrictions apply during services.
- Tipping: Service charges are usually included; additional 5-10% is appreciated for exceptional service.
- Safety: Docks area may be poorly lit at night—travel in groups.
- Sustainability: Many cafes offer discounts for reusable cups; single-use plastics are banned in the old town.
- Markets: Farm produce prices are fixed, but polite haggling is acceptable at craft stalls.
- Emergencies: Dial 101 for non-urgent police assistance; tourist police booth near cathedral.
Useful Information
Language: English predominates; some Welsh signage exists. Currency: GBP only; cards widely accepted but cash preferred at markets. Internet: Free GL1WiFi hotspots downtown. Healthcare: Boots Pharmacy (Eastgate St) stocks OTC medicines; nearest A&E at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Plugs: UK Type G sockets (230V). Water: Tap water is safe; free refills at restaurants and public drinking fountains in historic areas.
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