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The Vaults

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the bar/lounge at this adults-only Shrewsbury inn

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A building with a sign reading "THE VAULTS" and a banner advertising free house music and live music events.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A patio area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by red railings and potted plants.
A bar with multiple taps, shelves of bottles, and bar stools.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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16 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 2AB
  • Place, Shrewsbury Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Quarry Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shrewsbury Abbey
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, white linens, a black headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and two red flower wall art pieces.

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Basic Double En Suite)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shrewsbury

In Shrewsbury .You'll be steps from Shrewsbury Castle and a 5-minute walk from St. Mary's Church. St Alkmond's Church and Old Market Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shrewsbury Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Market Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Quarry Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Attingham Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 1 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cromwell’s Tap House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Camellias Tea Rooms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Salopian - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shrewsbury Beaconsfield Club - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Vaults

Enjoy the bar/lounge at this adults-only Shrewsbury inn
The Vaults offers its guests a rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This Shrewsbury inn is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Vaults offers 7 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Property payment types

Important information

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/debit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Vaults have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Vaults.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vaults?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vaults on Sep 13, 2026 start from $93, including 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 Vaults offer free breakfast?

The Vaults does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Vaults?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Vaults?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Vaults?

Free parking is not available at this inn. Extended parking is available for a fee.

Does The Vaults have a pool?

The Vaults does not have a pool.

Does The Vaults have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Vaults to downtown Shrewsbury?

The Vaults is 0.3 mi away from Shrewsbury.

The Vaults Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 146 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and the room was very nices
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Janet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Some sort of food scattered on the floor freezing cold bedroom felt like we were in a refrigerated room. Rail on the stairs was not safe wobbled as you held onto it. Stuff were very pleasing when we arrived. Stayed for an hour and decided to move out to somewhere more suitable the same day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact it was convenient as the train station was just around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Great place to stay

Friendly staff fab room with huge comfy bed small en-suite but does the job great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied with our stay a fan was provided in the room with the weather being so warm, nothing was too much trouble, room cosy comfy bed and the pub just downstairs very handy, definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to train station
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay, hosts very helpful and friendly. Next to the train station so this is excellent, but never heard a train whislt in the room. Close to town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay the room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and room small but ok for overnight clean tidy room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jano

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The location was fantastic the room was basic,but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

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

Clean, welcoming, and great value

Clean room, comfortable linens and towels, good value. Quick, easy check-in with a friendly welcome at the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lord DEREK N

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little pub and ideal location

Very wel oming and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Midweek breat.

If all you need is a clean room and comfortable bed with en suite this is fine. Close to railway station so no taxis needed. Everything in walking distance and plenty of choice for food nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Amenities
We were in room 5 at the top of 3 flights of stairs, staff friendly and helpful, ideal as only 5 minute walk from the station. Comfortable bed extra large bath towels and plenty of tea, milk & sugar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was cold. I wasn't mobile to close an open window, plus a lot of stairs. I also arrived late.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Ok place to stay

Staff were great, place was warm. Bed comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff. We were on bikes and nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous accommodation for an over night stay in Shrewsbury for a really good budget price. Clean and very comfy. Loved all the old features in the room. Staff were welcoming and with easy walking access to everything Shrewsbury has to offer. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

B

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room could have done with a deep clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Stay at the vaults

We stayed for 3 nights , and found the vaults a very nice place to stay , friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky little neighborhood bar with well kept rooms very close to the river and station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic room but did the job. Great location and pub had a great selection of drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The castle Vaults

I had a 2 night stay in a single room it was ok and clean and tidy etc
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The price was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023