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
$249
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in April
Estimated hotel price
$249
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 Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Cheltenham. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 1135 km and will cost you around $93. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $238 for a journey of 1585 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 Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Cheltenham. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 1135 km and will cost you around $93. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $238 for a journey of 1585 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

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,863 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,812 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,318 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,274 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,148 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,463 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (199 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (977 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (298 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,304 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 $211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $287 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from $60 to $1,138 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 33% 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 Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$161+
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Central Hotel Gloucester By Roomsbooked
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$77+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $80 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.21 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 $38.47 and $51.30. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs $80 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.21 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 $38.47 and $51.30. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.