In the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, The Arden Hotel offers a tranquil escape with a garden, coffee shop, and The Waterside Brasserie restaurant. Unwind on the charming terrace or enjoy al fresco dining while taking in stunning views. With dry cleaning services and helpful multilingual staff, this eco-certified hotel is perfect for relaxing retreats.
Stratford-upon-Avon College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Coventry (CVT) - 22 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 31 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 50 min drive
Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Station - 6 min drive
Wilmcote Station - 8 min drive
Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 14 min walk
Restaurants
Prospero Lounge - 4 min walk
Garrick - 3 min walk
Cox's Yard - 4 min walk
The Encore - 2 min walk
Swan Theatre - 1 min walk
About this property
The Arden Hotel
The Arden Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Warwick Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Waterside Brasserie, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, Polish, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 10 per stay)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Waterside Brasserie - This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 10 per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Does The Arden Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Arden Hotel 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 Arden Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Arden Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Arden Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Arden Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. The Arden Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Arden Hotel?
Yes, The Waterside Brasserie offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around The Arden Hotel like?
The Arden Hotel is in Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Royal Shakespeare Theatre and 6 minutes' walk from Stratford Butterfly Farm. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Arden Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
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Theater
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its quality, variety, and attentive service. (21 reviews)
The property offers convenient and ample parking, a rare and welcome feature in Stratford propertys. (16 reviews)
The restaurant offered delicious food, cooked to order, with excellent service and a lovely atmosphere. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Comfortable hotel in central Stratford
Central and comfortable hotel in Stratford upon Avon opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Spacious rooms, tasty breakfast.
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Great hotel right in the heart of the town with parking! Great breakfast and super comfortable beds.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
Theatre visit
Excellent hotel for theatre visit and walking around Stratford
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Nice central location with easy parking and good breakfast.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
Paul, Manchester
Very comfortable room, and good, although a little expensive, breakfast
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Perfect for first visit to Stratford
Lovely hotel in a great area
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Relaxing stay
A perfect place for attending the Royal Shakespeare theatre- it’s across the street. Dinner at the hotel was delicious. Service very attentive.
Violet
Violet, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2025
Excellent Hotel
We had a lovely stay at the Arden. The room was lovely, the breakfast was amazing and the staff were all so polite, efficient and just fantastic in general. We would definitely return.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Fantastic stay
Had a fabulous time. Hotel lovely. Room really well equiped and bath huge. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. Very professional had a meal for husbands 60th and all courses and service was fantastic. Only complaint was pillows too flat. Otherwise would definately recommend staying at the Arden. Great location too.Parking really good.
Alyson
Alyson, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2024
Friendly staff, great location. Breakfast was really good!
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 5, 2025
Good hotel except for o po arising fee
The hotel is lovely the staff are fantastic however you have to pay for parking which is not made clear on booking also our shower door broke as nd fell off which could have caused quite an injury.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 20, 2025
Hotel is in a great location within walking distance of everything,
The hotel itself is tired and could with some sprucing up.
Breakfast was small portions.
Staff were lovely & helpful
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
Staff at this hotel are excellent. They are friendly and helpful. It’s an amazing location and facilities are great.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2025
Pleasant stay
Enjoyable and comfortable stay. Pleasant, helpful and friendly staff.
Chef was able to prepare a variation of their breakfast menu for me too. Thank you.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
Theatre trip treat
Great location just across the road from RSC. Good to have parking available. Room was lovely. Need to be fit to manage all the stairs. Friendly staff.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2024
Excellent hotel
Good friendly hotel. Very convenient for theatre. Great parking.
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
\Overall excellent, and staff very friendly. Critical comments maybe the hotel was too hot and our bath needed a grabrail to help access (Ash room)
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
The hotel bedrooms were disappointing in decor and were uninviting, they did not match the frontage of the hotel and restaurant.
The staff were polite and very helpful.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Meet up old work mates
Brilliant location, good parking, our room bathroom bit hadn't been emptied, toilet roll holder coming off the wall , other wise excellent, in the main dinning area, was closed to residents for private party which we wasn't informed, so we eat out.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
The peace and quiet of our room, the very convenient location of the hotel and the courtesy and friendliness of all the staff
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2024
Excellent hotel in a perfect location.
Ruth
Ruth, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Great base for Stratford
This hotel is a very good choice for a Stratford stay. Attractively presented, good food and courteous staff.Located absolutely centrally for river walks, theatre, shops and free secure parking
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
A Winter's Tale.
Lovely warm hotel, well situated for shops, restaurants and the theatre.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 25, 2024
Great location
Decent hotel in great location. Finding room can be a little confusing, and pillows definitely need upgrading - apart from that it was a good 1 night stay
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2024
Great location and staff, tidy rooms with plenty of space