See all properties

The Arden Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Arden Hotel

Front of property
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Lounge
Daily full breakfast (GBP 10 per person)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
44 Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 6BA
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shakespeare's Birthplace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stratford-upon-Avon

Central Stratford-upon-Avon getaway .With a stay at this Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre. Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall and Shakespeare Monument are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Shakespeare Monument - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Swan Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Gower Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 14 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Garrick Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Duck - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barge & Quarterdeck - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Arden Hotel

4-star hotel near Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Arden Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Stratford-upon-Avon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Arden Hotel offers 45 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Stratford-upon-Avon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Similar properties

Signature Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Hotel Du Vin Stratford Upon Avon
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,001 reviews
$111 nightly
The price is $133
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Du Vin Stratford Upon Avon

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Arden Hotel
Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-avon
Arden Stratford-upon-avon
Hotel Arden
The Arden Hotel Hotel
The Arden Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon
The Arden Hotel Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Arden Hotel to the airport?

The Arden Hotel is 18.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Coventry (CVT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Arden Hotel?

As of Feb 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Arden Hotel on Feb 13, 2026 start from $179.67, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Arden Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Arden Hotel.

Does The Arden Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Arden Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Arden Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Arden Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Arden Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per stay.

Does The Arden Hotel have a pool?

The Arden Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Arden Hotel have a restaurant?

The Arden Hotel is home to The Waterside Brasserie, which features al fresco dining.

Does The Arden Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Arden Hotel to downtown Stratford-upon-Avon?

The Arden Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Stratford-upon-Avon.

The Arden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 673 out of 994 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 994 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 994 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 994 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 994 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean tidy and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have a very good stay at the Arden Hotel. It is in the perfect location across from the Royal Shakespeare Theater. The rooms are clean, spacious and we had a fantastic view. The food was very good. We were running late and called to change the time of our reservation. They were very accommodating. I definitely recommend the hotel and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was lovely and clean, a couple of things needed repair (toilet roll holder hanging off the wall) but otherwise the whole stay was perfect! Staff were friendly, cleaners were lovely, the food was great and the bed was super comfy! We will definitely be booking with them again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JuJuan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, awesome room, good food, convenient location 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely hotel with even lovelier staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nigel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, perfect position, nice food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room & large bathroom. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at The Arden. Dead opposite the RSC and just a couple of minutes from The Other Place where we went to ser MacBeth. Room was huge (superior room), great air con, a great and powerful shower and with nice tea, coffee and snacks. Only one poor thing was the breakfast. We paid 20 pounds each for a full english. My scrambled egg was sat in a pool of uncooked egg and the sausage was pretty tasteless. Recommend walking down the road to visit plenty of good cafes serving breakfast for half the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and plentiful parking. Really friendly and helpful staff, who are also happy to give suggestions for sightseeing. Very good sized room, quiet and comfortable, and with a well appointed bathroom. Some nice extra touches in the room etc. Very good cooked breakfast options. I would definitely stay here again if/when I return to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diana, Raleigh

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location with very great employees and restaurant. The room, bed and shower were great. The facility is a little worn out, it’ll need an update for esthetics only. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel , staff and property superb , poor nights sleep as the fire alarm went off at 02:45 am ! We was woken up startled in confusion whether or not to get dressed and run out . Alarm went off after about a minute and struggled to get back to sleep !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Sadly disappointed with the 214 pounds per room we paid Not so clean rooms; hot water faulty; room condition not good for a luxury hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
In general poor, I have stayed at better for less money with more atmosphere & facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stratford - September 2025

Staff very friendly, courteous and helpful from the front desk, bar/restaurant to the service staff. Excellent location directly opposite the RSC and close to the others plus Waterside, shops and Old Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aida, Jacksonville

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent, Plano

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buildings are old and floors are a bit creaky, but the rooms were a good size, clean, very convenient and well-located just across the street from thr RSC Theater and an easy walk to all the Stratford-upon-Avon tourist sites and shopping. There's also a private parking lot. The breakfast is also very good. This is our 2nd time staying here for a visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location directly across the road from The Globe theatre. Dissapointed by the discretionary surcharge automatically applied on check out. This does seem to be becoming the norm in the UK.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025