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 April
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in April
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 U-Save and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 195 miles and will cost you around $41. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $122 for a journey of 695 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 U-Save and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 195 miles and will cost you around $41. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $122 for a journey of 695 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,953 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,917 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,332 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,196 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,656 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,565 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,761 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,971 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,502 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,348 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (209 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,533 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 $231 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $292 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $60 to $1,130 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 37% 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 (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$161+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$168+
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Royal George Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Rising Sun Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$124+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $96 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 $43.66 and $58.21. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $96 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 $43.66 and $58.21. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.