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The Howard Arms

5.0 star property
Luxury inn in Shipston on Stour with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)
Front of property
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025

Room options

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Double Room (The Oak Room)

Double Room (The Oak Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room (The Old Beams)

Double Room (The Old Beams)

Double Room (The Old Beams)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (The Village Room)

Double Room (The Village Room)

Double Room (The Village Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston on Stour, England, CV36 4LT

What's nearby

  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Cotswold Way - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 18 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Cotswolds Distillery - 20 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 47 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 51 min drive
  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Station - 20 min drive
  • Wilmcote Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ebrington Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirst Edition - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eight Bells Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Howard Arms

Enjoy your visit to Shipston on Stour with a stay at The Howard Arms. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this luxurious inn include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Polish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Also known as

Howard Arms Inn Ilmington
Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour
Howard Arms Ilmington
Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn
The Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour

Frequently asked questions

Does The Howard Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Howard Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Howard Arms?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Howard Arms?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Howard Arms?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Howard Arms and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Howard Arms?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

The Howard Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is wonderful! Rooms are tidy and modern. Dining room meals are great! Pub is friendly and selections are extensive.
Lawrence, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Gary, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely
Great rooms, great staff, nothing was a bother
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rajesh, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Howard Arms was fantastic! The room was clean and the bed was super comfortable. We were worried because our room was right over the beer garden, but everything was closed and quiet by 10 pm. The tavern decor is really nice and we had a very good quality dinner and breakfast there. It’s in a quaint small village and we took some lovely walks directly from the Inn. I highly recommend for a weekend or romantic getaway destination!
Matthew, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem
Welcoming quainte English village hotel
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay
Amazing stay at The Howard Arms. Lovely big room , very comfy bed and pillows. The food was excellent . We had dinner a couple of nights and breakfast every day . The staff are so helpful and really friendly , nothing was too much trouble . Will definitely stay there again
Maureen, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful getaway
The Howard Arms is a real gem. Would highly recommend for a peaceful and relaxing getaway in an idyllic and beautiful location. Our room was spacious and very comfortable and luxurious. The dining room and bar were 5 stars!! The entire staff goes above and beyond. 🌟
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bank holiday getaway
Set in a village, it has a relaxing feeling with large garden area to the rear. Proper sun trap. Garden room was spacious.
P, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning location. Beautiful place. Wonderful people. Say no more except thank you
Liz, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Service was great, people were friendly. Would recommend.
Robert, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

From check in to check out a great experience
Robert, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning Cotswold Inn
A delightful two-night break in this beautiful cosy inn. We stayed in The Old Beams room, which is lovely. Breakfast was delicious and served in the beautiful dining room. The bar area is so atmospheric with the flagstone floor, beams, amazing fire and candlelight. The food was also fab, staff were very friendly. We couldn't have picked a better place to stay for a winter break.
Katharine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Stay
The Howard was a superb find for us. We had a wonderful room and loved sitting by the fireplace in the pub. Breakfast and dinner were great. Everyone should stay here!
William, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

10 out of 10
We both really enjoyed our selfs, the hotel was excellent and the staff couldn’t be more helpful, we had a lovely meal Friday night the food was excellent,
Dave, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

True Cotswold experience
If you’re looking for an authentic Cotswold experience, this is your place! It’s set in the beautiful countryside, away from the crowded villages. The Inn is adorable, and tastefully furnished in period design. The dining room serves delicious, English dishes, and there’s a cozy pub, along with a back garden area for relaxation! The only negative was no air conditioning, but we had a floor fan that kept us comfortable.
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Room, surroundings and staff all first rate. Menu and variety could use some tweaking. For those, like us, staying for more than a few days the same 5 or 6 items leave little choice especially when some items are not cared for. Overall a great stay.
John, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brent, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Really enjoyable 3 day stay at The Howard Arms. Would like to return
Carol, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places we have stayed in, friendly helpful staff, calm atmosphere and excellent food
Nikki, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Neil, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Top quality food, accommodation and service
Robin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay highly recommended.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review