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

Cheltenham travel guide

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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
$282
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
$282
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 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow

Airlines serving Cheltenham

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,110 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,241 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,467 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,556 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,863 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,538 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 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 $281 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $333 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $62 to $1,182 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 33% 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 Greenway Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$350+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South by IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $94 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.50 and $65.99. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $94 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.50 and $65.99. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.