Warwick Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom | (618) 248-8274
Close to Shakespeare attractions, shopping, and dining
Contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs and kettles
Elegant restaurant and cozy bar serving meals and drinks
Room service, afternoon tea, and coffee and tea bar
Charming front garden terrace with seating
Free passes to Stratford Leisure Center
Five meeting rooms for events
On-site parking at reasonable rates
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Some rooms lack AC and mini-fridges, and need a refresh
No elevator or on-site gym
Complaints about food and service in the restaurant
The budget-friendly, three-pearl Best Western Grosvenor Hotel has an appealing location for sightseeing Shakespeare-lovers; it's within walking distance of several of the sights related to the playwright. Its Georgian-style building is striking, but the 73 guest rooms vary in style, and some are less than fresh in decor and lack air-conditioning. All include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and kettles. Features are rather solid and include a restaurant and bar, afternoon tea, free passes to a gym, and on-site parking. Travelers could also consider the Premier Inn Stratford Upon Avon Waterways Hotel that offers a more uniform, chain-hotel experience.
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Mid-range chain hotel set in a Georgian-style building with some elegant touches
Best Western hotels are a hit or miss when it comes to atmosphere, but this Best Western Grosvenor Hotel hits -- mostly. It's in a Georgian-style building that’s close to 180 years old, and spaces have elegant touches such as subtle-patterned carpeting, gilded mirrors, and chandeliers, which add charm. The terrace in the garden is especially lovely, and it offers guests a place to gather and relax, and there are also lounge areas. That said, some areas of the hotel feel a bit abandoned, and not all the furnishings match the regal setting. (Items like dorm-room style floor lamps bring the atmosphere down a notch.) Centrally located near the major sights, the hotel draws mainly tourists, especially couples, families, and groups of friends eager to explore the Shakespeare-themed attractions of the area. But travelers with mobility issues may want to select another property, as there's no elevator here and plenty of stairs.
Location
Great central location near attractions, restaurants, and shopping
Best Western Grovesnor Hotel has a great location for sightseeing, with major attractions in walking distance. Shakespeare’s birthplace is a seven-minute walk from the hotel, and the Church of the Holy Trinity takes is about a 15-minute walk. The Royal Shakespeare Company is a six-minute walk away. Restaurants and shops are within a five-minute walk from the hotel. It’s a 45-minute drive to Birmingham Airport, which is the nearest airport, or a 90-minute drive to London's Heathrow.
Rooms
Contemporary rooms in a variety of decor with flat-screen TVs and kettles; not all with AC
The Best Western Grosvenor Hotel has 73 rooms, and it’s a bit of a toss up as to what guests might get. Some rooms have the standard, cookie-cutter decor of a chain hotel, including white beds with colored or print accents, and blond-wood furniture. But they look tired and worn. Others have a fresher design, with details such as elegant carpeting, bold wallpaper, velvety medallion chairs, or other trendy pieces. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, kettles, desks, and safes. Higher-priced rooms come with free bottled water, free bars of chocolate, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Fans are available in rooms that lack air-conditioning, but guests have complained that they can still get hot in the summer. Bathrooms also vary in style -- some are sleek while others have dated tan tiling. They include shower/tub combos or separate showers and tubs. Hairdryers and toiletries are provided.
Features
The usual Best Western features, including breakfast for a fee and on-site meeting rooms
For a three-pearl hotel, this Best Western offers a fair lineup of features, but there's nothing especially outstanding. The property serves a hot English or continental-style breakfast, although it's not included in the rates. The Garden Room Restaurant serves dinner, and focuses on local cuisine, while the Lounge Bar offers small snacks and drinks throughout the day. There's afternoon tea, and a coffee and tea bar. While there's no on-site gym, guests receive free passes to the Stratford Leisure Center, which is a three-minute walk away. Five meeting rooms are available on site, and Wi-Fi is free throughout.
