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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cheltenham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, Cheltenham (Rotunda Terrace) and The Daffodil (18-20 Suffolk Parade) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Forty5 The Square (45 Clarence Square) and The Beaufort Arms (184 London Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in February
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in February
Estimated hotel price
$198
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

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Great Western Railway. 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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Cheltenham. 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

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Great Western Railway. 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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Cheltenham. 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

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (7,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,641 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,861 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,278 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,540 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,907 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,026 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,206 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,913 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (782 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (882 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 $213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $265 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$165+
Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$158+
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$96+
Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$191+
Travelodge Gloucester
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$71+
Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$267+

Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Expect to pay $2.91 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 $34.91 and $46.54. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.91 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 $34.91 and $46.54. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.