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The Old Bell Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with bars, steps from Malmesbury Abbey

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Front of property
2 bars/lounges
Interior entrance
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; British cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Abbey Row, Malmesbury, England, SN16 0BW
  • Place, Malmesbury Abbey
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Combe Circuit
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Master Suite

Master Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cosy Double Room - Coach House

Cosy Double Room - Coach House

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Character Room

Character Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Master Suite

Junior Master Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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19B Abbey Row-One-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area

19B Abbey Row-One-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Dining table
  • Hill view
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
  • Hill view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area

35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 96 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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68 Abbey Row- Two-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

68 Abbey Row- Two-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • Hill view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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52A Abbey Row - 3 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate building) | Living area

52A Abbey Row - 3 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate building)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
  • Hill view
  • 110 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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52B Abbey Row - 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate building) | Living area

52B Abbey Row - 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate building)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Hill view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Master Cosy Room - Coach House

Master Cosy Room - Coach House

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Malmesbury

At The Old Bell Hotel, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Malmesbury Abbey and 8.1 km (5 mi) from Highgrove House. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The bistro, Abbey Row, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Business amenities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. On weekend mornings full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Malmesbury hotel include Highgrove House and Gardens and Highgrove Shop Tetbury.

What's nearby

  • Malmesbury Abbey - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Highgrove House and Gardens - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Castle Combe Circuit - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 20 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Cups - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Whatley Manor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪malmesbury rendevous - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Summer Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Birdcage - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Old Bell Hotel

Hotel with bars, steps from Malmesbury Abbey
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Old Bell Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Malmesbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Old Bell Hotel offers 34 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 42-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Abbey Row

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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 25.0 per day.

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: from approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Old Bell Hotel?

Yep, The Old Bell Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Old Bell Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered at weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Bell Hotel?

No, The Old Bell Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Old Bell Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Old Bell Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old Bell Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Old Bell Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Old Bell Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Old Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 289 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James, NEWCASTLE

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking spaces are not enough for the guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely with a comfy bed and nice shower room. The fancy kettle was easier to use than it looked. We felt well looked after. The breakfast was really tasty, with a number of choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place. Full of authentic charm and character. Fabulous rooms. The team were exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, great service and wonderful food. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed town house outside the main hotel building with modern kitchen and bathrooms. Only small negative was the WiFi dropping in and out in usage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved everything about the hotel. Our meals were amazing and the staff soo special. We hope to return even though it’s far away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
History of the building and setting was interesting and the ambience was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff team - excellent breakfast - good clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel, ideally situated by the Abbey. Choice of lounges to sit in the evening, loved the decor. It was drizzling so we couldn’t use the outdoor space. Enjoyed a delicious evening meal in the restaurant and full English breakfast next morning. All staff so friendly and welcoming. Loved the stories of the local area involving pigs, emus and tigers!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olamide

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tabby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Old Bell. Faultless. Super friendly staff, hotel, town and food perfect. Would go back tomorrow
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, the hotel staff were amazing they looked after us and our dog in every way. Would highly recommend the Old Bell hotel. Thank you for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been staying at this beautiful hotel for close to 30 years each time I return to Malmesbury to visit Family. It’s always a special treat, no matter what season!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent short stay for family get together. Friendly staff, great location, clean, comfortable and quirky. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel, full of character, lovely friendly service Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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

Stunning family weekend away!

My family and I had an amazing weekend, we had a small child and 2 dogs with us and everything was great. The lounge area was stunning, this is where we had drinks and breakfast. The Townhouse we stayed in was absolutely stunning and actually looked so much better in person, the photos didn't do the place justice. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025