The Kings Arms Hotel
The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold GL54 1AF England
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#1 of 2 inns in Stow-on-the-Wold
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The Kings Arms is a quirky raditional Country Inn offering a warm welcome with traditional English food, real ales and wines available both in the ground floor pub and 1st floor restaurant with views of the Market Square, whilst our cosy bedrooms and cottage rooms offer the perfect place to base yourself when exploring the beautiful countryside and local Cotswold attractions.
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Free parking
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Bar / lounge
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Non-smoking hotel
Complimentary Instant Coffee
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Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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Mid-range
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English
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90Good for walkers
Grade: 90 out of 100
34Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
22Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
445Reviews0Q+A99Room tips
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Lovely hotel. We stayed in cottage 1 and it was charming. Very friendly staff great breakfast. Our friends stayed in room 5 and it was also charming. Stone walls in the room with a fireplace, not useable of course but a wonderful addition to the room. Well decorated and clean. Highly recommend staying here.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I know that it's Stow but £5.60 for a pint of Carling is OTT. Carling is not a premium lager and although it was perfectly acceptable, the price was not. The town does have other pubs where prices reflect the national average.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Just returned from a nice stay here. We had a room which was actually a little annexe not part of the pub building. Room 3. Positives - Comfy bed and bedding Spotlessly clean Smooth booking and communication Friendly staff Amazing breakfast - best ever at a hotel Wonderful evening meal Slight negatives On two levels so not really an en-suite as have to go down to the loo The beams are quite low by one side of the bed so you have to bend down to get in and be careful not to crack your head in the night! Shower was a bit feeble Woken at 7 am by delivery driver shouting greetings to the pub staff and noise of delivery . Overall a great stay and good value for Stow. The staff were friendly and professional and the food really great!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 7 Apr 2023
Thanks so much for your review. We're glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. Was lovely to read your positives, but we've also taken on board your negative points, and will work to improve on the areas that we can.
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Great evening stay at this lovely pub/hotel. Today m was charming. Staff were very friendly and the food was excellent and very reasonable price. The full English breakfast was fabulous. Recommended location in the heart of Stow on the Wold. Nice and close to Fairfax and Favor which delighted the wife.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Free Parking to the rear of the pub
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 24 Mar 2023
Thanks for your lovely review! I'm glad to hear that you found out staff friendly and accommodating, and that that you enjoyed the food. It's also great to know that you enjoyed your full English breakfast. I hope that you'll consider staying with us again on your next visit to the area.
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Our second time at this pub/hotel. Like the first visit it did not disappoint. Following an exchange of e mails we were able to book one of the cottage rooms for two nights. We had room 3 which was delightful. Spotlessly clean and everything you could wish for. We had dinner in the pub on the first night and our steaks were excellent. Breakfast on both mornings was everything you could wish for starting with a warm smile from the ladies serving the meals and topping up the buffet. They could not do enough for you including taking photographs, providing excellent service with a smile seemed to be the theme running through the hotel, we thoroughly enjoyed our second stay and will certainly book a third.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: Choose a cottage room if available
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 26 Feb 2023
So pleased you had a lovely birthday trip! And thanks for choosing to come back and stay with us. I will certainly pass on your comments to the team. They sure are a friendly and smiley bunch!
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We have just returned from 2 night break. Every member of staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was a little quirky in that the en suite was downstairs and the bedroom was upstairs! I have a little difficulty in managing stairs because of arthritis in my knee but it certainly wasn’t a problem. I did contact the pub when I booked to advise them, I got a speedy response from them to advise they had allocated a room with the least stairs. Excellent. Food was superb - the full English breakfast was the best I’ve had for some time. I had the bacon and sausage sandwich for today’s breakfast. Also excellent. We ate there both evenings. Excellent again, the two steaks and bottle of wine deal last night brilliant. All in all a very good break in a lovely town Thank you
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 24 Feb 2023
A fab review! Thank you so much!! It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and that the team looked after you well. We will of course always do our best to get the most suitable room we can for our guests, to help with any requests anyone may have. I'm glad that the food exceeded your expectations and that you particularly enjoyed the full English breakfast and the bacon and sausage sandwich. It's great to hear that you also enjoyed the two steaks and bottle of wine deal, and that you had a very good break in a lovely town. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and we hope you will have the opportunity to visit again soon.
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Stayed for two nights . We had room 4 which was very spacious, beautiful bedding and towels , lovely clean room, breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice, very friendly staff, would definately recommend. The hotel is very central in the middle of the market square, with some very nice shops. Lovely historic town.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 14 Feb 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had a pleasant stay at our hotel and that you found your room to be spacious and clean with beautiful bedding and towels. We're glad that you enjoyed our breakfast and found plenty of choice. Our staff takes great pride in providing excellent customer service, so we're delighted to hear that they were friendly and welcoming during your stay. We're glad to hear that you appreciated the central location of our hotel, which provided easy access to the market square and the lovely shops in the area. Thank you for recommending our hotel, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
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We spent the weekend ,with family and grandchildren, it was perfect the rooms staff and food were all really good. The staff were so friendly and helpful, our breakfast and evening meal were cooked to perfection! We would all like to return!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 14 Feb 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a wonderful weekend at our hotel. We're glad to hear that you found our staff to be friendly and helpful, and that our rooms, food, breakfast, and evening meal were all to your satisfaction. It's great to know that our team took good care of you and that you were pleased with the quality of our food. We'd be delighted to welcome you and your family back for another stay in the future, and we look forward to providing you with another great experience. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us.
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Difficult to find fault with this wonderful hotel in the centre of a magnificent town. It is surrounded by other pubs and restaurants, so you will be spoilt for choice - even if you don't eat in their great restaurant. The room we had was on two levels so it felt very luxurious and there was nothing that disappointed. The staff were very friendly and chatted with the guests and added to the informal and relaxed atmosphere. Some great local beers on tap and not expensive. Its a great place for shopping and we were able to pick up quite a few Christmas gifts from the individual shops. Cant wait to return - maybe early summer before the crowds arrive.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 14 Feb 2023
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at our hotel with us. We're glad to hear that you found it difficult to find any faults with your stay, and that our central location in the magnificent town was convenient for you. It's great to know that you enjoyed the variety of nearby pubs and restaurants, and that you found our restaurant to be a great option as well. We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with the room you stayed in, and that the two-level layout made it feel luxurious. We're thrilled to hear that our staff was friendly and contributed to the relaxed atmosphere, and that you enjoyed the selection of local beers we offer. We're also glad to hear that you found some great Christmas gifts in the individual shops nearby. We'd be delighted to welcome you back in the early summer when the crowds are not yet at their peak. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to providing you with another great experience.
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Lovely gem of a place. Staff were very helpful & frendly. The rooms are well kept & spacious enough for 2 people easily with on-suite facilities. Tea & coffee also available. Food in the hotel was excellent, (especially the full English) but if you don't want a big breakfast smaller meals as well. Check in & check out was easy, and next door is a co-op shop, lots of amenities within walking distance.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: If wanting an evening meal at thee hotel, book a table in advance, as its gets very busy.
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Response from C and J, General Manager at The Kings Arms Hotel
Responded 14 Feb 2023
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the staff were helpful and friendly. It's also fantastic to hear that you found the rooms well-kept and spacious, with good amenities like tea and coffee. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, particularly the full English breakfast, and that there were options for smaller meals as well. We're glad that the check-in and check-out process was easy and that you found the location convenient, with a Co-op shop and other amenities within walking distance. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
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PRICE RANGE
US$116 - US$156 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCotswoldsStow-on-the-Wold
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kings Arms Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Kings Arms Hotel?
Nearby attractions include St. Edward's Church (0.06 miles), Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square (0.02 miles), and Fairfax & Favor Stow-on-the-Wold (0.05 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Kings Arms Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Kings Arms Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Kings Arms Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Kings Arms Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Old Bakery Tearoom, Cotswold Baguettes, and The Hive.
Is The Kings Arms Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the centre of Stow-on-the-Wold.
Are there any historical sites close to The Kings Arms Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Sezincote House & Garden (3.4 miles), Chastleton House and Garden (4.1 miles), and Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square (0.02 miles).