Glide through the revolving doors into Queens Hotel, Cheltenham and you enter a splendid civilised haven where guests are the centre of highly attentive and discreet service.
Full appreciation of the lavish Palladian-style edifice, with its immaculate symmetry and classical Greek and Roman influences, is encountered on approach from the Promenade, an elegant, tree-lined avenue on which Queens is ideally positioned.
Built over 170 years ago to accommodate wealthy visitors to the town’s many natural spas, the eminent Cheltonian landmark has been warmly accommodating locals and visitors to the town’s cricket, cultural and steeple-chasing festivals ever since.
After a morning browsing the shops, it’s simply wonderful to retreat into the sumptuous hotel to take coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. If more peckish, head into the Restaurant for a divine dinner.
For a post-snack repose, tuck yourself into the library corner, a quiet nook teeming with good reads for curious minds and newspapers.
Queens is part of the unique MGallery collection of individual hotels, none of which conforms to the norm and all of which promise a journey of discovery both within their charming and remarkable walls and beyond.
Each of Queens’ 84 rooms are a classically elegant oasis, where respectful homage has been paid to the hotel’s majestic heritage while embracing contemporary, vibrant design and the integration of cutting-edge technologies.
On entering your room, you’ll find an exceptionally comfortable bed dressed in Egyptian cotton linen, bathrobe, luxury toiletries, spa shower head, flat screen TV, air cooling, safe and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The hotel offers three splendid room types, with increasing levels of amenity to suit individual requirements.
If you are travelling with family you can request one of four connecting rooms.
For those with limited mobility accessible room with adapted accommodation is available.
This room benefits from having low-level lighting, seating, as well as an en-suite bathroom with low-level sink, bath and open shower. This room has step-free access and is conveniently located near the hotel lift.
Renascence Deluxe Suite has 48 m² and was renovated in 2015. The room is individually styled with sitting area.
It features free high-speed Internet, 48" TV, mini bar, Nespresso machine, premium amenities, shower and bathtub.
Deluxe Room has 36 m² and was renovated in 2015. It features free high-Speed Internet, 48" TV, mini bar with complimentary soft drinks.
Nespresso machine, premium amenities and walk-in shower are also included.
Superior Room has 26 m² and was renovated in 2015. It features free Internet, 40" TV, premium amenities and walk-in shower.
Two single size beds are available on request.
Queens guests may eat and drink with a freedom rarely encountered. Meals are served where and when guests fancy: in the restaurant, the bar, lounge, guest rooms, the Orangery, garden or even as a fine picnic delivered at the nearby Imperial or Montpellier Gardens.
The hotel's kitchen operates all day. Guests relish the liberty to order from a delicious selection featuring local, and thus, the freshest ingredients, 24 hours a day.
Here breakfast and brunch are served. Local Cotswold produce are a hallmark of the morning meal at The Orangery Restaurant, with fruits, meats and local cheese sourced from the Cotswolds in abundance, not to mention local artisan jams and honeys.
The Cotswolds Cheese Platter and Local Beer Brunch can be ordered by guests at any time.
The Montpellier set favour this rather inconspicuous cosy retreat. The bar offers an ornate but intimate setting in which to catch up with friends, perhaps over a Queens Cocktail (whose special ingredient is a rare locally-distilled gin).
With over 20 Gins on offer, all with different flavour profiles and stories, the bar really provides the indulgent setting to pay homage to the English Classic, Gin.
11.00h - late
Appetites of every sort are satisfied by eclectic lunch and dinner menus. They are inspired by fresh quality produce sourced by the hotel's diligent Head Chef and team from local Cotswold farms and gourmet artisans.
Regency Suite is the perfect setting for private dining. For an intimate gathering of 15, to a grand affair for up to 100 guests, the chefs will work with you to prepare a bespoke menu focusing on locally sourced and seasonal produce.
06.30h - 22.00h
Sunday’s at Queens are all about relaxing with family and friends and indulging in renowned Sunday Brunch.
Guests can enjoy the finest fayre accompanied by fine wines and signature Sunday cocktails.
12.00h – 17.00h
Splendidly sociable or utterly intimate, Queens Hotel Tiffin Afternoon Tea, the hotel's take on a traditional afternoon tea, is a lingering ritual of traditional homemade savoury and sweet morsels served with the finest infusions in the bar, lounge or in the summer garden at your behest.
For younger guests, Tiny Tiffin is a treat not to be missed offering a range of sweet delights.
Afternoon
Located in the heart of Cheltenham, the hotel is within a five minutes walk of Imperial Gardens and Cheltenham Town Hall.
MEETINGS & EVENTS
Regency Suite is the hotel's awe-inspiring space for conducting business or special celebration, where every need of the hosts and up to 100 guests is seamlessly attended to in grand fashion. From a gala dinner, to an intimate boardroom, a u-shape training session for 40 to a theatre for 100.
With the hotel's dedicated business team and facilities, including: high-speed Wi-Fi, an LCD projector, flipcharts and all your stationery requirements, you could not ask for more.
WEDDINGS
Queens offers you an opulent backdrop for a memorably spectacular, perfect wedding or civil partnership celebration. Your dedicated wedding planner has established an excellent reputation locally for bespoke flexibility and creativity, supporting every arrangement with calm professionalism to ensure you of the most flawless and beautiful of days.
CHRISTMAS AT QUEENS
Embark on a scintillating journey at Christmas, one that will transport you to an impeccable retreat, perfect for festivities and delights you’ve only dreamed of.
Queens will welcome you to a Christmas and New Year like no other, characterised by a sparklingly refined atmosphere, imaginative and exquisite cuisine, excellent yet simple service, and memorable entertainment.
PITTVILLE PARK
Opened in 1825, Pittville Park is the largest ornamental park in Cheltenham and features the magnificent Pump Room and lakes.
Pittville Park is divided in two by Evesham Road. Most people are familiar with the eastern side of the park, which is overlooked by Pittville Pump Room, and home to the main children's play area and the aviaries where you'll find popular birds and bunnies.
However, to the west of Evesham Road lies the much larger western park with its more natural layout and small areas of woodland.
HAILES ABBEY
Built in the 13th century by the Earl of Cornwall, the beautiful ruins of Hailes Abbey are set amid delightful Cotswold countryside. Once the centre of monastic life, the abbey is now the perfect place to relax and enjoy a picnic in a unique historic setting.
WALKS WITH HAWKS
Walks With Hawks gives you the opportunity to get up close and personal with hawks and other birds of prey.
You will be able to have the birds land on your glove fist on their Hawk Walks and the opportunity to see the birds hunting for their prey in the wild.
SANDFORD PARKS LIDO
One of the largest outdoor pools in the country, set in landscaped gardens within Sandford Park.
The 50 metre main swimming pool as well as a childrens’ pool and paddling pool are heated. Basketball, volleyball and table tennis are also available – all included in the entrance charge. Light refreshments are available at the poolside cafe.
CHELTENHAM GOLD CUP
Many visitors to Cheltenham – including regular Royal horseracing patrons – are drawn by the town’s signature event, the Cheltenham Festival, home to British steeple-chasing’s flagship event, the Gold Cup.
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is run every year on the New Course at Cheltenham Racecourse during the Cheltenham Festival in March. You're recommended booking early if visiting the hotel during The Festival.
Try your fortune and betting on the Cheltenham Festival!
Enjoy an exceptional, stylish Christmas at Queens Hotel Cheltenham.
Hailes Abbey is a majestic ruin in a peaceful setting situated on the Cotswold Way.
Organise magnifique meetings with the Queens Hotel!
Have a short waterside walk or cycle around Pittville Park.
Sandford Parks retains all its original features and is one of the countries few remaining lidos.
Walks With Hawks offers a memorable day out for everyone with a variety of Birds of Prey.
Queens is the perfect way to enjoy the festive celebrations.
QUEENS HOTEL CHELTENHAM
The PromenadeGL50 1NNCheltenham United Kingdom