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The Arden Hotel

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Lounge
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

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44 Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 6BA
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shakespeare's Birthplace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Stratford-upon-Avon

The Arden Hotel puts you in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, within steps of Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The brasserie, The Waterside Brasserie, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 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. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre hotel include Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall and Shakespeare Monument.

What's nearby

  • Shakespeare Monument - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Swan Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stratford-upon-Avon College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 14 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Garrick Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barge & Quarterdeck - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Duck - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Arden Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Arden Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Stratford-upon-Avon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Arden Hotel offers 45 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Stratford-upon-Avon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge
  • The Waterside Brasserie

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 10 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Arden Hotel
Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-avon
Arden Stratford-upon-avon
Hotel Arden
The Arden Hotel Hotel
The Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon
The Arden Hotel Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Arden Hotel?

The Arden Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Arden Hotel?

As of 29 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Arden Hotel on 14 June 2026 start from AU$204, including 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.

Is parking available at The Arden Hotel?

Yep, The Arden Hotel has a self car park for GBP 10 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is The Arden Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Arden Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Arden Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Arden Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Arden Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Arden Hotel?

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

Is there a golf course on site at The Arden Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Stratford-upon-Avon Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.

The Arden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel and really attentive staff. Room was spacious and well appointed albeit tired and in need of updating, as well as a little dusty in places and the fruit had clearly been there several days or longer…. That said the facilities were good, it’s really well located and lots to do nearby. Just check when booking that it includes breakfast and parking - these were 2 primary reasons for choosing this venue over others and both the hotel tried to charge us for - this was resolved but only after producing my original booking with hotels.com Would I return? Yes - the staff were extremely pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, friendly hotel. Perfect for the Royal Shakespeare Company theater!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Eryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were nice, overall nice hotel, but many areas looking worn from I last stayed…breakfast was ok but lacks continental choice. Floors creak so impossible to sleep in and every step above you can hear
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our comfortable room with a really big bathroom. Comfortable bed and fabulous pillows. Lots of nice little extras abd a really fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely, but mattress was really hard and uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

T

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff and a very nice boutique style independent hotel. Good menu for dinner and breakfast at reasonable prices . Room spacious and nice amenities .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff could not have been more helpful and welcoming. The rooms were spacious and had all the amenities required, and the location is perfect for the centre of town. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

keith

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel. Very comfortable and well located for Stratford and the RSC.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Travelled with family
It was kind of a weird stay in all honesty. The room we’d requested (2 beds) was not what we were given. So showed us 2 other options, one which felt like a subterranean/basement room- the other ( which we ended up with ) was uncomfortably warm ( we ended up opening a window even though it was 8 degrees. They sent someone to separate and make the beds into twin and a (ugh) random fake nail was left on the side table (kinda gross) . Maybe the housekeeper found it on the ground and thought it was ours? It wasn’t. The hotel room had a funky smell to it ( the restaurant also did) . It’s quite a maze to navigate. Staff were friendly although the night we checked one of the ladies at reception desk was clearly very unwell and coughing and sniffing and blowing her nose frequently which was a little off putting. I saw her working in the dining room the following evening so we skipped the restaurant entirely. We weren’t told that you need a token to exit the parking lot ( if you have a car I’d suggest asking in advance) so that would have been helpful to know before getting in the car, and attempting to drive out. Beds were comfy. Overall fairly clean room ( carpets could use a refresh) Mostly quiet ( aside from some strange loud plumbing/utility room noise) The reception is very modern but the rooms are quite dated. You can’t beat the location - short walks to everything. The pub next door has amazing food and atmosphere. Wouldn’t stay again as we left pretty unimpressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was everything we needed for a night in Stratford Upon Avon. The hotel is central and walking distance of dining, shops and attractions. The reception welcomed us and showed us directly to our room which was a nice touch. Staff were very nice. The rooms are spacious although a little creaky. We could hear the guests above us walking around of an evening and morning. Bed and bedding very comfortable and overall we enjoyed our stay with the best part being the convenience of location. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The original room we had was lovely - however, we had an issue with the tap in the bathroom and we were quickly assigned another room which wasn't quite as large but still really nice - the receptionist then offered us the choice of two other rooms for the second night of our stay - we chose the larger of the two and was not disappointed. The room was absolutely lovely. We would like to praise the staff for their reactive response to the initial issue that we had - these things happen and it the response and customer care we received was excellent. The hotel itself is lovely, very well situated and breakfast was also excellent. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

clive

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
All excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely rooms. There was some loud and horrid commotion at reception when we arrived but once we got to our room we were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra D

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerauld

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025