The Arden Hotel

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September 2025

October 2025

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Location
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Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Air conditioning

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44 Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 6BA

Royal Shakespeare Theatre
‪2 min walk‬
Stratford-upon-Avon College
‪12 min walk‬
Anne Hathaway's Cottage
‪4 min drive‬
Birmingham (BHX)
‪36 min drive‬

Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.

Expect exceptional service
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Room options

Superior Room

Exceptional

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi
Restaurant
Gym
Breakfast available

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

About this property

The Arden Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service, and conference space.

The Arden Hotel offers 45 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Stratford-upon-Avon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Arden Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Royal Shakespeare Theatre. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Free WiFi
Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Self parking available for a fee
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
Steps from Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre
Dogs welcome for a fee
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified The Arden Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Stratford-upon-Avon hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

The Waterside Brasserie - This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The Lounge
The Waterside Brasserie

Family friendly

DVD player
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

Conference space
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
No lift (single-level property)
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Free cot
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

DVD player
Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
Self parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Arden Hotel

Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-avon

Arden Stratford-upon-avon

Hotel Arden

The Arden Hotel Hotel

The Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon

The Arden Hotel Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon

The Arden Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Craig

17 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

15 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with family

13 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

12 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

CASEY

6 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

4 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thoroughly enjoyable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil

2 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First time at the Arden but will certainly not be the last. Comfortable room, secure parking, excellent location and friendly staff. Loved the decor and will no be our preferred option for any future Stratford stay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

26 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely brilliant in all aspects from start to finish. Great location

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Travelled with partner

23 May 2025

This is a large property that’s has been, lots of corridors and stairs, not suitable if you have a mobility issue. Location is excellent, garden area and parking excellent. Room we had was very quiet even though it overlooked the car park.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly, Warm, convenient

Best location in Stratford. Right across the street from the RSC which is why I came. Short walk to the Shakespeare Birthplace House and right on the quaint river.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller

22 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with group

18 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shakespeare mini break

Arden hotel was luxurious with great service,food and a perfect location for visiting the theatre.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family

17 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Very quiet. Helpful staff. Good location. Easy & inexpensive onsite parking. Air conditioned. On site Restaurant promoted meal deal without specifying it was unavailable until 7 pm.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with group

14 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely breakfast. Friendly helpful staff. Great location.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

4 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner

21 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

What a lovely hotel! Brilliant! Will definitely be back. Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

So convenient for town theatre and river walks. Staff very friendly and helpful and delicious breakfasts with lovely variety of dishes.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Travelled with family

18 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Check in was efficient and friendly and they also very willingly changed the bed configuration to two singles. Bedroom would benefit with electric sockets by the bed. Excellent proximity to the theatre.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

17 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Amazing location and wonderful staff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family

15 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable hotel in central Stratford

Central and comfortable hotel in Stratford upon Avon opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Spacious rooms, tasty breakfast.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

15 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A really lovely hotel conveniently located near the RSC theatres & riverside. The staff in all areas were so friendly & helpful. The room we had was spacious & very comfortable. We had breakfast & evening meal in the restaurant, the food was delicious, cooked to order & the service great. So impressed that we’ll stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with partner

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful location, just opposite RSC. The terrace is a lovely spot for a drink, meal or light snack. Our room was spacious with a very comfortable bed. We had a lovely stay.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025