Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cheltenham travel guide

Cheltenham Tourism | Cheltenham Guide

You're Going to Love Cheltenham

With a population of 103,249, Cheltenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cheltenham to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, Cheltenham (Rotunda Terrace) and The Nook On Five (Imperial Square) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & Bar (The Slaughters Country Inn Lower Slaughter) and No1 Cheltenham (Bayshill Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cheltenham

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 80 miles and will cost you around $78. From London, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 230 miles. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 80 miles and will cost you around $78. From London, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 230 miles. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

KLM
Good (1,440 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,718 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,680 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,050 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,176 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,849 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,163 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,522 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,624 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (946 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,244 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

From 5-star hotels such as the The Porch House to great affordable options like the Kingsmuir Hotel, Cheltenham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $274 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $33 to $3,896 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 13% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

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The Slaughters Country Inn
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$253+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$141+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$106+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Expect to pay $3.17 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.04 and $50.72. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cheltenham, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.17 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.04 and $50.72. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cheltenham, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.