Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cheltenham travel guide

Cheltenham Tourism | Cheltenham Guide

You're Going to Love Cheltenham

With a population of 103 249, Cheltenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cheltenham to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, Cheltenham (Rotunda Terrace) and The Nook On Five (Imperial Square) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & Bar (The Slaughters Country Inn Lower Slaughter) and No1 Cheltenham (Bayshill Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in May
Estimated hotel price
£112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in May
Estimated hotel price
£112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cheltenham

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cheltenham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cheltenham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (8,155 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,545 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,018 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,035 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,384 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,345 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

From 5-star hotels such as the The Porch House to great affordable options like the Kingsmuir Hotel, Cheltenham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £130 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £162 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from £26 to £615 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 37% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

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The Slaughters Country Inn
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£168+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.52 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.19 and £24.25. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Renault Master or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 1% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.52 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.19 and £24.25. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Renault Master or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 1% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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