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4- and 5-star hotels in Stow On The Wold
This shortlist gathers 4- and 5-star hotels in Stow On The Wold, from inns on the square to self-catering cottages and farmhouses around the town. It suits couples, families and walkers who want a base in the Cotswolds, and anyone comparing a central address with a quieter rural stay.
Staying in Stow On The Wold
Stow-on-the-Wold is a historic Cotswold town whose market charter dates back to the 12th century. The parish church of St Edward's has a notable north door flanked by yew trees, and the town sits near the source of the River Windrush and the Cotswold Way long-distance footpath. Visitors come for the architecture, walking and the relaxed pace of life, and the compact town centre is walkable, with most attractions within easy reach.
The addresses on this shortlist cluster in and around that centre. The Old Stocks Inn, Benfield, The Crook, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel and The Clock Tower Stow sit on or just off the square and Sheep Street; No. 14 Park Street is on the quieter residential street west of the centre; South Hill Farmhouse is on the Fosse Way and Temple Mews on Chapel Street, both close by; The Old Granary Nether Westcote, The Old Reading Room, Woodland Guesthouse, Mayfly Cottage and The Lodge lie further out. It suits couples after an inn with a restaurant and bar, families wanting family rooms, kitchens and cots, and guests who prefer a self-catering cottage base for a short break.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Old Stocks Inn
The Square, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRight on The Square, this 5-star inn puts guests 0.3 km from the centre of Stow On The Wold. Dining is on site at the restaurant, and the garden and terrace give you somewhere to sit once the day is done. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 579 reviews, and family rooms, free parking and free wifi cover the practical side. It suits couples and families who want a full-service base in the town itself.
See The Old Stocks InnThe Old Granary Nether Westcote
The Granary, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 5-star converted granary 6.3 km from Stow On The Wold, with free wifi and parking and a garden around it. Pets are allowed, so dogs come along. Three reviews leave a 4.7 out of 5 rating. Best for self-contained guests who want a quiet rural setting and plan to drive in.
See The Old Granary Nether WestcoteSouth Hill Farmhouse
Fosse Way, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 5-star farmhouse 0.6 km from the centre comes with a games room, a fireplace and a garden, plus a full kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It suits families or groups who want space and cooking facilities within walking distance of town. No guest rating is recorded.
See South Hill FarmhouseTemple Mews
Chapel Street Off Evenlode Road, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star property 2.6 km from Stow On The Wold, with its own garden and a kitchen that includes a dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. Cots and high chairs are provided and smoking is not permitted. Parking is free. It fits families who prefer a self-catering base just outside the centre. No guest rating is recorded.
See Temple MewsThe Old Reading Room
C O The Thatched Cottage Main Road, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSet 6.2 km from Stow On The Wold, this 5-star conversion pairs a fireplace with a garden and a kitchen equipped with dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. Non smoking throughout. It suits guests wanting a self-catering rural retreat for a longer stay. No guest rating is recorded.
See The Old Reading RoomMayfly Cottage
Upper Mill, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star cottage 20.9 km from Stow On The Wold with a kitchen including oven, microwave and toaster, plus a garden and high chairs. Parking is available and the property is non smoking. It suits families driving out for a self-catering break well away from the town. No guest rating is recorded.
See Mayfly CottageNo. 14 Park Street
14 Park Street, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Park Street, 0.4 km from the centre, this 5-star house offers a fireplace, a garden and a terrace, with a kitchen, kitchenette and dishwasher. Free parking and free wifi are included, and there is a golf course and tennis court nearby for sporty guests. It suits families and groups who want space close to town. No guest rating is recorded.
See No. 14 Park StreetBenfield
Sheep Street, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe closest of the 5-star options at 0.2 km from the centre, on Sheep Street. Inside there is a fireplace and a garden, plus a kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine; cots and high chairs are available and pets are allowed. It suits families wanting a self-catering house right in Stow On The Wold. No guest rating is recorded.
See BenfieldThe Lodge
1 Main Street, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star lodge 21.1 km from Stow On The Wold, with a fireplace, a garden and a kitchen that includes a dishwasher and microwave. Cots and high chairs are provided and pets are allowed. It suits families or animal owners after a self-catering country stay reached by car. No guest rating is recorded.
See The LodgeThe Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel
Sheep Street, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel on Sheep Street, 0.3 km from the centre, with a restaurant and bar on site and free parking. Family rooms, free wifi and a terrace make it workable for couples and families alike, and pets are allowed. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1487 reviews, it is the best-evidenced full-service choice in town.
See The Sheep on Sheep Street HotelThe Clock Tower Stow
The Clock Tower 5 Wesley House Sheep St, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSelf-catering apartments 0.3 km from the centre, with a kitchen including oven, microwave and dishwasher, plus free parking and free wifi. Express check-in speeds up arrival, and a golf course is nearby. It suits couples or small groups wanting apartment space in the middle of Stow On The Wold. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 reviews.
See The Clock Tower StowThe Crook
Sheep Street, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt 0.1 km from the centre, the closest 4-star option on Sheep Street. It has a fireplace, a garden and a terrace, with fishing and horse riding in the area, and pets are welcome. The kitchen includes an oven and dishwasher. It suits guests wanting a self-catering house with outdoor space. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from a single review.
See The CrookWoodland Guesthouse
Upper Swell, Cheltenham, Stow On The Wold, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star guesthouse at Upper Swell, 2.0 km from Stow On The Wold, with free parking and free wifi and a garden. Bike and car rental services are offered, and canoeing, fishing, golf and horse riding are all covered, so it suits active guests. Family rooms, a kitchen and room service round it out. No guest rating is recorded.
See Woodland Guesthouse
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Stocks Inn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| The Old Granary Nether Westcote | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 6.3 km |
| South Hill Farmhouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.6 km |
| Temple Mews | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 2.6 km |
| The Old Reading Room | ★★★★★ | – | – | 6.2 km |
| Mayfly Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 20.9 km |
| No. 14 Park Street | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Benfield | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| The Lodge | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | 21.1 km |
| The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| The Clock Tower Stow | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| The Crook | ★★★★ | – | Yes | 0.1 km |
| Woodland Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 2.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Old Stocks Inn and The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel both list family rooms, cots and high chairs, with restaurants on site. South Hill Farmhouse, No. 14 Park Street and Benfield add kitchens, cots and high chairs, and South Hill Farmhouse also has a games room, so families can self-cater and spread out.
The Old Stocks Inn · The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel · South Hill Farmhouse · No. 14 Park Street · Benfield
Closest to the centre
The Crook is 0.1 km from the centre, Benfield 0.2 km, and The Old Stocks Inn, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel and The Clock Tower Stow all 0.3 km. These five keep the square, shops and pubs within an easy walk, which matters most on a short break.
The Crook · Benfield · The Old Stocks Inn · The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel · The Clock Tower Stow
For pet owners
The Old Granary Nether Westcote, South Hill Farmhouse, Benfield, The Lodge, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel and The Crook all allow pets. The rural cottages and farmhouse give dogs garden or patio space, while the two inns put you in the centre.
The Old Granary Nether Westcote · South Hill Farmhouse · Benfield · The Lodge · The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel · The Crook
Top-rated by guests
The Crook scores 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review and The Clock Tower Stow 4.8 from 12. The Old Stocks Inn and The Old Granary Nether Westcote both score 4.7, the first from 579 reviews and the second from 3, so The Old Stocks Inn carries by far the largest guest following.
The Crook · The Clock Tower Stow · The Old Stocks Inn · The Old Granary Nether Westcote
Where to stay in Stow On The Wold
Sheep Street
A central street leading off the square, home to several inns and guesthouses, including The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel. The Clock Tower Stow, The Crook and Benfield also have Sheep Street addresses. It is a short walk from the market square, with the town's tea rooms, pubs and restaurants nearby.
Our picks here: The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel · The Crook · Benfield
Park Street
A quieter residential area just west of the centre, within a short walk of the main attractions. No. 14 Park Street is the listed hotel here, 0.4 km from the centre, with a kitchen, fireplace and garden for a self-catering stay close to town.
Our picks here: No. 14 Park Street
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Stow-on-the-Wold is about 90 miles from London and 40 miles from Birmingham. The nearest railway stations are Moreton-in-Marsh (about 5 miles away) and Kingham (about 7 miles), both on the Cotswold Line from London Paddington. From there, taxis or local buses connect to Stow. By road, the town is near the A429 and A424. Once in Stow, the centre is compact and best explored on foot. Local buses serve nearby villages, and the Cotswold Way passes through the area for walkers.
When to go
The best time to visit Stow-on-the-Wold is late spring to early autumn, when the weather is mild and the surrounding countryside is at its most pleasant. Summer can be busy, especially at weekends, but offers the most reliable weather for walking and sightseeing. Winter is quieter, with occasional frost and a festive atmosphere in December. Many attractions and shops remain open year-round, though some may have reduced hours in the off-season.
Questions, answered
Which hotels in Stow On The Wold have free parking?
The Old Stocks Inn, No. 14 Park Street, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel, The Clock Tower Stow and Woodland Guesthouse list free car parking. The Old Granary Nether Westcote, South Hill Farmhouse, Temple Mews, Mayfly Cottage, Benfield, The Lodge and The Crook list parking too, so most of the shortlist has somewhere to leave the car.
Which hotels allow pets?
The Old Granary Nether Westcote, South Hill Farmhouse, Benfield, The Lodge, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel and The Crook all allow pets. The Old Stocks Inn, Temple Mews, The Old Reading Room, Mayfly Cottage, No. 14 Park Street, The Clock Tower Stow and Woodland Guesthouse do not list pets.
Do any of these hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Two do: The Old Stocks Inn lists restaurant(s), bars and a banquet facility, and The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel lists restaurant(s), bars and banquet. The rest are cottages, farmhouses or guesthouses without a listed restaurant, so you would eat out in town.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Stow On The Wold?
The Crook is closest, 0.1 km from the centre. Benfield is 0.2 km, and The Old Stocks Inn, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel and The Clock Tower Stow are all 0.3 km. No. 14 Park Street is 0.4 km, and South Hill Farmhouse 0.6 km.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Old Stocks Inn and The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel list family rooms, cots and high chairs. South Hill Farmhouse adds a games room, and No. 14 Park Street, Benfield, The Crook and The Lodge have kitchens, cots and high chairs, which suits families who want to self-cater.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
The Crook scores 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review and The Clock Tower Stow 4.8 from 12 reviews. The Old Stocks Inn scores 4.7 from 579 reviews, and The Old Granary Nether Westcote 4.7 from 3; The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel scores 4.4 from 1,487 reviews.
Do the hotels have wifi?
Free Wifi is listed at The Old Stocks Inn, The Old Granary Nether Westcote, No. 14 Park Street, The Sheep on Sheep Street Hotel, The Clock Tower Stow, The Crook and Woodland Guesthouse. The remaining cottages and farmhouses do not list wifi, so check before booking if you need it.
Are there hotels with a kitchen for self-catering?
Most of the shortlist is self-catering. Kitchens are listed at South Hill Farmhouse, Temple Mews, The Old Reading Room, Mayfly Cottage, No. 14 Park Street, Benfield, The Lodge, The Clock Tower Stow, The Crook and Woodland Guesthouse, several with dishwashers, microwaves and washing machines.