Stow is a terrific choice for a central place to stay in the Cotswolds. There are 9 roads leading out of Stow in all directions and it provides a lot of options that are not far for travel to see different towns and villages. The town itself also has a lot to offer in terms of restaurants and shops. Staff: The staff was friendly, helpful and professional. Our check-in was easy and any time we had a question, the staff was terrific! Room: The room, #21, was large, quiet and comfortable. The only downside to it was that it is at the top of the house (the attic) and had "wonky" stairs (very, very crooked and uneven) to get up to it. It did not bother us but those who might be less spry should not stay in this particular room. Parking: We drove and the parking was right behind the hotel. We also were able to park in the central square right in front of the hotel without issue. Location: Location in town could not have been better in the central square. Stow is quaint, with wonderful small shops to browse. It was one of our favorite places in the Cotswolds! Catholic Church: this was important to us for mass on Sunday. It is a short walk from the hotel. The church is Our Lady and St. Kenelm; it's a small church that is accessed by walking through two alleyways between the main roads. (The alleys were interesting in themselves!) The mass was truly wonderful with a welcoming, enthusiastic congregation and a well-spoken priest! Dining: I think the biggest surprise to us was how excellent the food was for breakfast and dinner. It was fantastic, especially dinner, and the service was terrific. The decor is simple and quirky so I guess we didn't expect the superb dining experience that we enjoyed. Our compliments to the chef(s)! Have the onion gruyere tart and steak, or squid or salmon - all amazing!

Everything you could want or need immediately at your fingertips. Quaint but with modern creature comforts, they have literally thought of everything. Impeccable service all around and knowledgeable staff on all things Stow. The food, especially breakfast, was superb. We brought a large group to the lounge/bar after a family funeral and it was a great gathering with lovely cocktails. Thank you for turning an emotional and challenging trip into a bright spot full of warmth and fond memories for myself and my mom. We will be back soon for more! With gratitude, Sarah and Dot

Our room was very nice although it was quite snug. Having the radio on and playing Classic FM when we arrived set a very nice ambiance. Breakfast was very good and the service was excellent. On both nights we enjoyed a nightcap in the bar which was very nice.

The meal we had in the restaurant was a little disappointing. The service was not great with the server being very inexperienced and a little slapdash. In addition we had advised the restaurant of my partners allergies and felt they didn't really take note of this very well. When the meal came out there was an unexplained alternative to one of the elements which didn't provide reassurance to my partner of how the kitchen were preparing her food.

Great location on the Square. Nice patio in the back to enjoy a beverage. Dedicated parking area. Onsite restaurant was good. Our room was very quiet. All the comforts provided in the room, including a small refrigerator, and their troupe put a little bottle of milk there every day. Easy drive to many villages and sites

Nothing! However, if you have trouble managing a few steps, you may struggle. But that’s true throughout the Cotswolds

good room as described. Very good breakfasts - chose continental on 1st day and Englist breakfast on 2nd day. booked dinner on 2nd evening which was excellent. Complimentary drink at bar on first evening was very welcome.

Car park is very small (expected in small village) so a bit of manouevering required, although could have parked in free car park nearby. Would have liked to know before arrival.

fantastic location and wonderful period hotel. Staff was very helpful. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly.

The steps to and from the room were difficult to maneuver and especially trying to get suitcases up and down to and from the room. I would not stay in that room again even though the room itself was charming (period hewn beams everywhere). Also there's very little room to squeeze between the side of the large, comfortable bed on one side of the bed (the left side.)

The room was superb. A tiny bit noisy because it was on the street side, but the village is generally quiet. We arrived late and had the Big Night In plateau with a pint. Absolutely perfect. Breakfast was one of the best I've ever had in a hotel and the food at dinner was one of the best meals I've ever had in the UK as a whole.

Bit noisy but not too late.

Breakfast very good a lot of choice. Location central to town. Staff excellent, friendly, helpful and efficient.

The rail in the wardrobe of our bedroom was far too high. Had to stand on a stool to hang the clothes and get them down. Not a good design. Lane to hotel car park was full of pot holes difficult to negotiate. Lounge not particularly comfortable.

Excellent stay in a fantastically renovated room under the eves at the top of this historic building. Great welcome, nicely thought out layout and very stylish. Great amenities in the bathroom, and nice powerful shower. Both dinner and breakfast were outstanding and definitely recommended.

The bed could be more comfortable, two twins joined together to form a double which leaves a gap between two mattresses and we were disappointed that when we asked for softer pillows the only solution we were offered to remove the cover on the existing ones - strange since a pillow menu is offered when checking in. This meant our sleep was not as good as it could have been.

Excellent rooms and great bathroom with powerful shower. Staff very friendly, especially Justine, and the dinner and bar areas were excellent quality. The breakfast was also very good with plenty of options to please everyone. Also a great location in central Stow, which is a lovely town in a central place to explore the wider Cotswolds

Nothing at all to do with the accommodation, staff or food, it was all excellent, but as some others have commented, the access road to the rear car park is very potholed and could be improved for little cost I would have thought