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The Old Bell Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel near Malmesbury Abbey

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Front of property
21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area
35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area
21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Abbey Row, Malmesbury, England, SN16 0BW
  • Malmesbury Abbey
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Highgrove House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Highgrove House and Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cosy Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area

35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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19B Abbey Row-One-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Living area

19B Abbey Row-One-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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68 Abbey Row- Two-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

68 Abbey Row- Two-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Traditional Double Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Traditional Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Malmesbury

Malmesbury retreat .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Malmesbury Abbey and 6 miles (10 km) of M4 Karting. Highgrove House and Highgrove Shop Tetbury are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Malmesbury Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Highgrove House - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Highgrove House and Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 20 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malmesbury Garden Centre Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Dish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Potting Shed Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Somerford Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whole Hog - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Old Bell Hotel

4-star eco-certified hotel near Malmesbury Abbey
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified The Old Bell Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Malmesbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Old Bell Hotel offers 34 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. This Malmesbury hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

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 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Old Bell Hotel Malmesbury
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Bell Hotel to the airport?

The Old Bell Hotel is 37.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Bell Hotel?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Bell Hotel on Jun 1, 2025 start from $218.83, 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 Old Bell Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Bell Hotel.

Does The Old Bell Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Old Bell Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 20 per person.

Is there a casino at The Old Bell Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Old Bell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Old Bell Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Old Bell Hotel have a pool?

The Old Bell Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Old Bell Hotel have a restaurant?

The Old Bell Hotel is home to Abbey Row, which features British cuisine, light fare, and brunch.

Does The Old Bell Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Old Bell Hotel to downtown Malmesbury?

The Old Bell Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Malmesbury.

The Old Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 255 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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

Stunning family weekend away!

My family and I had an amazing weekend, we had a small child and 2 dogs with us and everything was great. The lounge area was stunning, this is where we had drinks and breakfast. The Townhouse we stayed in was absolutely stunning and actually looked so much better in person, the photos didn't do the place justice. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Rooms are wonderful and the staff go above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tullie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location - more than enough options for dining and sightseeing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at this hotel. It is quirky, comfortable and with superb friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vance

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

A wonderful find

A wonderful find in a fascinating town. Excellent atmosphere, service and food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful hotel

Beautiful hotel, comfy and cosy rooms, amazing restaurant serving delicious food and breakfast. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't plan to eat here, but due to convenience we ordered lunch, which was so good we returned for dinner, then breakfast (which was included). All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every detail has been thought of, would recommend and definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

An oldie but a goodie.

The Ye Olde Bell Hotel is reputed to be the oldest hotel in England. Despite the fact it has been operating since 1220, it offers the same level of service and luxurious accommodation as many of today’s modern hotels have to offer. I would go back in a heartbeat.
The exterior view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Banbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite simply, the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Our stay in Malsembury

Very large room with large comfortable bed. So unique and a great experience overall. Wish we could have stayed more than one night
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with wonderful friendly staff. Lots of quirky features and fabulous food. Hot water a bit hit and miss but will still go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always loved the Town and now haveing stayed here at The Old Bell Hotel we have been completely Blown away, fantastic property, deco, staff and service. We will return for sure. Many thanks to all for the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. Absolutely great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024