Darwin's Townhouse

5.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Shrewsbury with a bar

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Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Restaurant
Lobby
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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37 St Julian's Friars, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1XL
  • Place, Shrewsbury Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shrewsbury Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Attingham Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1765 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1894 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury retreat .Your stay at this Shrewsbury B&B places you within a 10-minute walk of St. Mary's Church and Old Market Hall. Shrewsbury Abbey and Shrewsbury Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Old Market Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Quarry Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shrewsbury Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Attingham Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cromwell’s Tap House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Grain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Cross - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hop & Friar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Darwin's Townhouse

5-star luxury B&B near St. Mary's Church
As a guest of Darwin's Townhouse, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This Victorian Shrewsbury bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1760
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Darwin's Townhouse offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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 stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per stay.

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day (400 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per stay

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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

Darwin's Townhouse B&B Shrewsbury
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Sandford Hotel Shrewsbury
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Darwin's Townhouse Bed & breakfast Shrewsbury

Frequently asked questions

Does Darwin's Townhouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Darwin's Townhouse.

Does Darwin's Townhouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Darwin's Townhouse, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Darwin's Townhouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Darwin's Townhouse?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Darwin's Townhouse have a pool?

Darwin's Townhouse does not have a pool.

Does Darwin's Townhouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Darwin's Townhouse to downtown Shrewsbury?

Darwin's Townhouse is 0.3 mi away from Shrewsbury.