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 Coconut Tree (59 St Pauls Road) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and The Clarence Social (Clarence Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
$233
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
$233
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

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 724 km and will cost you around $92. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about $142 for a journey of 1151 km. 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

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 724 km and will cost you around $92. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about $142 for a journey of 1151 km. 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,205 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,133 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,657 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,835 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,862 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,722 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,149 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,001 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 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 Crossways Guest House, Cheltenham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $257 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $373 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $32 to $1,146 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 44% 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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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$184+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$183+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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New County Hotel & Serviced Apartments by RoomsBooked
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$89+
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Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$231+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Expect to pay $3.03 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 $36.30 and $48.40.

Expect to pay $3.03 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 $36.30 and $48.40.

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