The rolling hills of the Cotswolds are dotted with centuries-old manor houses. Many are still lived in, some are open to the public through organisations like the National Trust or Historic Houses, and others have been beautifully transformed into luxurious stately home hotels.
These are places where you can sip tea in a drawing room filled with antiques, stroll through landscaped gardens and enjoy top-class cuisine. If you’re celebrating something special or just want to treat yourself, these stately home hotels in the Cotswolds feature historic wood-panelled halls, sweeping staircases and crackling fires alongside the comforts of a boutique hotel.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, fine dining, a relaxing spa break or family- or dog-friendly stay, we’ve chosen 10 of the best Cotswolds stately home hotels where you can experience a slice of English heritage in style, from old-school opulence to understated modern luxury.
We’ve listed sample prices below, but expect to pay £300–£500 a night for most stately home hotels, depending on the season and room type. Though it’s worth signing up to hotel mailing lists as there are often special offers available, with upgrades, meals or spa treatments included.
Top stately home hotels in the Cotswolds
Ellenborough Park, near Cheltenham
Ellenborough Park is a grand 15th-century manor north of Cheltenham that’s heaven for history lovers – from its Grand Hall built in 1485 and Tudor Rose stained-glass windows to the Civil War bullet holes in the door. The hotel has 61 individually designed rooms and suites spread across different buildings on the estate, some with four-poster beds and claw-foot baths.
You can dine in the wool-panelled dining room, Horse Box Brasserie or on the lawn in summer. There’s also a spa, pool and private Spa Garden Retreat with hot tub and sauna. Or it’s extra special at Christmas, with sparkling trees, festive afternoon teas and mulled wine by the fire.
Things to do nearby: Cheltenham Racecourse is right on the doorstep, with a private track leading to the course. There are scenic walks on nearby Cleeve Hill, and it’s only three miles into Cheltenham or under five miles to Winchcombe where you’ll find Sudeley Castle.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Ellenborough Park* in March 2026 starts from £624. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs not allowed in the restaurant or Great Hall).
Cowley Manor Experimental, near Cheltenham
If you like your heritage with a touch of modern style, Cowley Manor is the place for you. The estate dates from 1695, with a 19th-century Italianate mansion built with all the mod cons of the time, including a Turkish bath complex. Today its C-Side Spa is one of the best in the Cotswolds, with swoonworthy indoor and outdoor pools, a steam room, sauna and treatment rooms.
Cowley Manor is surrounded by 55 acres of parkland and lakes, said to have inspired Lewis Carroll, who stayed nearby while writing Alice in Wonderland. And there’s a Wonderland-style twist to the interiors, which mix bold colours and quirky art with grand architecture. A carved-wood dining room with terrace, lounges, cocktail bar and summer poolside bar add to the magic.
Things to do nearby: Cowley Manor is six miles south of Cheltenham. There’s a good pub,The Green Dragon, within walking distance of the hotel. Or it’s 10 miles to either Painswick and its Rococo Garden or Cirencester for the Corinium Museum and Cerney House Gardens.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Cowley Manor Experimental* in March 2026 starts from £820. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs allowed in the bar, but not the restaurant).
Barnsley House, Cirencester
Tucked away in the pretty village of Barnsley, 17th-century Barnsley House was once the home of renowned garden designer Rosemary Verey. Today it houses the 24-bedroom PIG in the Cotswolds hotel, part of a small group of laid-back-luxury hotels. Its Arts and Crafts-style gardens are stunning year-round, with beautifully planted borders, a knot garden and laburnum walk.
Inside, the hotel has a calm, contemporary feel, with soft tones and plenty of cosy corners. Their Fieldhouse Spa is surrounded by meadows, with an outdoor hydrotherapy pool and nature-inspired treatments. The restaurant serves fresh, local produce, picked from the Kitchen Garden or sourced within 25 miles. And there’s a wide selection of local wines, beers and spirits in the bar.
Things to do nearby: The PIG also runs Barnsley’s Village Pub for casual drinks and dining. It’s only three miles to Bibury, 4.5 miles to Cirencester and seven miles to the Cotswold Lakes. You can also stock up on Cotswold wines at the nearby Poulton Hill vineyard (six miles).
The details: A two-night weekend stay at The PIG in the Cotswolds in March 2026 starts from £890. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs only allowed in the terrace and Village Pub).
Lords of the Manor, Upper Slaughter
Located in picture-perfect Upper Slaughter, Lords of the Manor is a 17th-century former rectory turned country house hotel. It oozes peace and traditional charm, furnished with antiques and artworks – some of which belong to a former owner who still lives in the village.
The hotel’s 26 bedrooms are spread across several different buildings. For period features, choose one of The Lords rooms in the oldest part of the house, with separate seating areas, rolltop baths and views of the Cotswold Hills. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea in the drawing room, fine dining in the four AA Rosette restaurant, or drinks on the terrace surrounded by country gardens.
Things to do nearby: Upper Slaughter is just outside the door, with plenty of walking routes, including a riverside stroll to Lower Slaughter and a 5.4-mile circular walk to Bourton-on-the-Water. Bourton, less than three miles away, is home to the Cotswold Motoring Museum and Model Village. And it’s four miles to Stow-on-the-Wold with its antique shops and St Edward’s Church.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Lords of the Manor* in March 2026 starts from £700. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs allowed in the lounge, bar and dog-friendly dining area).
The Slaughters Manor House, Lower Slaughter
Just down the road in Lower Slaughter, The Slaughters Manor House is another luxurious Cotswolds stately home hotel, this time blending classic architecture with splashes of colour and modern artworks. The house dates from the 17th century but the site was once a nunnery, and it’s kept a tranquil feel, with five acres of immaculately landscaped gardens, including a croquet lawn.
The 19 bedrooms are split between the house and stables, including the romantic Valentine suite with its four-poster bed and side-by-side baths. Start with a cocktail at the lounge’s horseshoe-shaped copper bar before dinner in the restaurant – once the manor’s chapel. Then there’s a cosy panelled library to relax in with an open fire, leather sofas and board games.
Things to do nearby: The Manor’s owners also run The Slaughters Country Inn, a relaxed pub opposite, and it’s a one-mile walk to Upper Slaughter or 1.5 miles to Bourton-on-the-Water.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at The Slaughters Manor House* in March 2026 starts from £605. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs not allowed in the restaurant).
Buckland Manor, Broadway
Escape the stresses of everyday life with a stay at stately home hotel Buckland Manor. This distinguished 13th-century manor sits in 10 acres of landscaped gardens and lawns on the edge of Broadway. There are just 15 guest bedrooms, which blend traditional English style with modern comfort. It’s kept a county house feel with florals, antique furniture and ornaments.
The restaurant is renowned for its fine seasonal dining, using locally sourced produce and served in a beautifully classic dining room. Tennis courts, croquet lawns and nearby walking trails complete the picture, making Buckland Manor a quintessential Cotswold retreat.
Things to do nearby: It’s 2.5 miles to Broadway for boutique shops and restaurants, museums and a lovely 4.4-mile circular walk to the hilltop Broadway Tower. The village of Snowshill is four miles to the south for Snowshill Manor and the Cotswold Lavender Fields in summer.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Buckland Manor* in March 2026 starts from £700. One dog-friendly room available (dogs not allowed in the restaurant).
Foxhill Manor, Broadway
Perched high above Broadway on the 500-acre Farncombe Estate, Foxhill Manor is a luxurious Arts and Crafts mansion which feels more like a private home than a hotel. With bespoke service and total privacy, it’s available to hire as the ultimate house party or intimate wedding venue.
Or you can book one of their eight bedrooms and splash on the all-inclusive ‘Full Fox’ package for one of the most indulgent stays in the Cotswolds. It includes breakfast, lunch and dinner created by the chef based on your tastes and mood, free-flowing Champagne, round-the-clock treats from the pantry and a chauffeur service to the state-of-the-art spa at sister hotel Dormy House.
Things to do nearby: If you can drag yourself away from the estate, it’s two miles to the fairytale Broadway Tower and 3.5 miles to both Broadway and Chipping Campden.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Foxhill Manor in March 2026 starts from £2400 on the Full Fox package. All rooms are dog-friendly and dogs are allowed in all public areas.
The Manor House Hotel, Castle Combe
Located in one of the Cotswolds prettiest villages, the honey-stone Manor House Hotel dates from the 14th century and has plenty of old-world charm – oak panelling, mullioned windows and stained glass included. It was once a country club and still has an exclusive but unpretentious feel, with 50 period-chic bedrooms which are split between the main house and mews cottages.
The hotel has 365 acres of parkland to explore, including an 18-hole championship golf course and Italian garden. You can have fireside afternoon teas in the lounge or drinks in the Time Bar where Margaret Thatcher penned her memoirs. But Michelin-starred Bybrook restaurant is the big draw, serving expertly crafted seasonal dishes using ingredients from the kitchen garden.
Things to do nearby: Castle Combe is just outside the gates, with a church, motor-racing circuit, several pubs and cafés, including The Castle Inn, a top-notch gastropub under the same ownership as the hotel. There’s also a beautiful 6.2-mile walk through the surrounding countryside.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at The Manor House Hotel* in March 2026 starts from £639. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs allowed in the lounge and terrace, not the restaurants).
Lucknam Park, near Chippenham
If you’re looking for a wow-factor entrance, the mile-long, tree-lined driveway to Lucknam Park certainly delivers. This 18th-century Palladian mansion on a 500-acre estate near Chippenham is the place to indulge yourself, with a Michelin-starred restaurant and one of the Cotswolds’ top spas.
Restaurant Hywel Jones is an opulent dining experience serving polished, refined dishes. Or there’s also the less formal Walled Garden restaurant overlooking the gardens. The hotel has 42 traditional country house-style bedrooms, a spa with heated outdoor therapy pool, saunas, steam rooms and Japanese salt room, and even has its own equestrian centre for rides in the grounds.
Things to do nearby: Lucknam Park is three miles from Castle Combe, and six miles to Corsham where you’ll find stately home Corsham Court. Or the historic city of Bath is nine miles away with lots to see including the Abbey, Roman Baths, museums and Thermae Bath Spa.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at Lucknam Park* in March 2026 starts from £789. Dog-friendly rooms available (dogs allowed in the Walled Garden bar, but not the restaurants).
The Hall, Bradford on Avon
The last of our Cotswold stately home hotels is a bit different. The Hall is a Jacobean mansion tucked away in a gated estate in Bradford on Avon to the south of the Cotswolds. Originally built for a wealthy wool merchant, its most recent owner was inventor Alex Moulton who left it in trust when he died. And it’s now open for unique (and good value) self-catering stately home stays.
Instead of hotel-style spas, bars and restaurants, you get the feel of having the estate almost to yourself. There are only three bedrooms, decked out with antiques and curios and each named after a past resident, including Alex Moulton himself whose room has a stunning four-poster bed. Breakfast hampers are provided and there are seven acres of gardens to explore.
Things to do nearby: Take a walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal, visit the Anglo-Saxon Church of St Laurence or have tea in the Bridge Tea Rooms in Bradford on Avon. Bath is 15 minutes away by direct train or a 7.5-mile walk. You’re also close to gardens at Iford and Great Chalfield Manors.
The details: A two-night weekend stay at The Hall in March 2026 starts from £480. No dogs.
What’s the best stately home hotel in the Cotswolds?
Having trouble choosing the best stately home hotel for you? Here are our picks for…
- Romance: The PIG in the Cotswolds, Ellenborough Park and The Slaughters Manor House.
- Foodies: The Manor House Hotel, Lucknam Park and Lords of the Manor.
- Spa lovers: Cowley Manor Experimental and Lucknam Park.
- Families: Cowley Manor Experimental, The PIG in the Cotswolds and Buckland Manor.
- Group getaways: Foxhill Manor.
- Heritage lovers: Ellenborough Park and The Hall.
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