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 September
Estimated hotel price
$285
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in September
Estimated hotel price
$285
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 U-Save and CarWiz, 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 U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (8,093 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,072 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,440 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,418 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,889 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,598 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,854 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,257 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,205 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,463 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,554 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,421 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (312 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (226 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 $388 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $62 to $917 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 46% 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)
$163+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$181+
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The Colesbourne Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$181+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$191+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $117 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.70 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 $44.40 and $59.20. 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 Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $117 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.70 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 $44.40 and $59.20. 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 Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.