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

Cheltenham travel guide

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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 Coconut Tree (59 St Pauls Road) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and The Clarence Social (Clarence Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
£107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
£107
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 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,514 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,981 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,992 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,348 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,537 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,386 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (878 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,182 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

Average rates range from around £122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £135 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from £14 to £1,675 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 18% 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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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Queens Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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New County Hotel & Serviced Apartments by RoomsBooked
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £44 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.18 and £21.57. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £44 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.18 and £21.57. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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