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, Smith's of Bourton (Victoria Street, Bourton-on-the-Water) and Nagomi (Clarence Street) are great picks.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in September
Estimated hotel price
$266
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in September
Estimated hotel price
$266
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
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (8,049 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,031 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,394 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,799 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,579 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,150 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,539 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,398 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (310 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (223 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 $238 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $346 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $60 to $1,142 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 48% 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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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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No131 The Promenade
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$311+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$153+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $113 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.64 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 $43.68 and $58.24. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cheltenham, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $113 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.64 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 $43.68 and $58.24. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cheltenham, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.