Ellenborough Park in Bishop's Cleeve, Cotswolds

Ellenborough Park offers 62 rooms and suites, each individually styled within a 15th-century manor house that has been restored to contemporary standards. The main house rooms feature historic oak beams and flagstone floors, while some ground-floor pet-friendly rooms include private gardens and direct access to walking trails. All accommodations are spread across the main building and surrounding wings, with the Arkle Suite offering the largest bathroom in the hotel.

The hotel operates two on-site restaurants: the intimate 15th-century Restaurant and the Horse Box Brasserie, both sourcing ingredients from local producers. During summer, Alfresco dining on the South Lawn is served under festoon lighting with quirky dining carriages and the Cedar Pavilion. Guests can take drinks on the Taittinger Terrace while watching the sunset over Cheltenham Racecourse and Cleeve Hill.

The Spa includes an outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and a gym, plus treatment rooms for massages and beauty therapies. An exclusive Spa Garden Retreat is available at an additional charge and contains a private hot tub, sauna, and lounging area for groups or romantic escapes. The spa also offers a hammam, spa/wellness packages, and a fitness centre with locker rooms.

The estate covers 90 acres of grounds with scenic views of Cheltenham Racecourse and Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds. A private track leads directly from the hotel to the racecourse, providing convenient transfers during racing seasons. Guests can use complimentary bicycles to explore the area, play a round at a nearby golf course, or take hikes on Cleeve Hill.

Pet-friendly rooms come with a dog bed, water bowl, treats, and easy access to walking trails, with a surcharge of £30 per night. Families have access to board games, puzzles, a children's menu, and babysitting services, plus the outdoor heated pool and large lawns with swings and giant chess. The hotel provides electric vehicle charging stations and free valet parking for all guests.

Location: Adjacent to Cheltenham Racecourse with private track

Rooms: 62 individually styled rooms in a 15th-century manor

Dining: Two on-site restaurants & Alfresco with Cedar Pavilion

Wellness: Outdoor heated pool, spa, & Spa Garden Retreat

Pet-Friendly: Dedicated rooms with dog amenities & trails

Parking: Free valet parking with EV charging stations