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
$259
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in April
Estimated hotel price
$259
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.

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 1.4 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.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 km from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

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

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 1.4 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.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 km from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,675 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,137 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,449 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,514 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,571 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,348 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,159 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (923 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (286 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (653 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (185 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 $220 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $277 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $33 to $3,886 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 5% 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)
$142+
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Hotel du Vin Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$181+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$90+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Rising Sun Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$127+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Expect to pay $3.20 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 $38.36 and $51.14. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Skoda Scala or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 36% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.20 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 $38.36 and $51.14. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Skoda Scala or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 36% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.