The Howard Arms

5.0 star property
Luxury inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston on Stour, England, CV36 4LT
  • Place, Hidcote Manor Garden
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiftsgate Court Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotswold Way
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (The Village Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (The Old Beams)

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

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (The Oak Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Shipston on Stour

Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden, The Howard Arms is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Charlecote Park. This 8-room, 5-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, concierge services, and free newspapers in the lobby.

What's nearby

  • The Church of St Peter - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Cotswold Way - 12 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Chipping Campden Church of St James - 12 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Straight Audi Fan Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seaspray - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Eight Bells Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Howard Arms

Luxury inn with a restaurant and a bar
At The Howard Arms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and free newspapers. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury inn include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Howard Arms Inn Ilmington
Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour
Howard Arms Ilmington
Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn
The Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Howard Arms?

The Howard Arms offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to The Howard Arms?

This inn is located in Shipston on Stour, close to Hidcote Manor Garden, Cotswold Way, and Kiftsgate Court Gardens. St Eadburgha's Church is also within a driving distance of 3.9 mi.

Is parking available on site at The Howard Arms?

No, there isn't parking available at the inn.

Does The Howard Arms feature a casino?

No, The Howard Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Howard Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Howard Arms?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at The Howard Arms?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Howard Arms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Howard Arms doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Howard Arms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Howard Arms though service animals are welcome.

Does The Howard Arms have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

What is the closest airport to The Howard Arms?

The closest major airport to The Howard Arms is Coventry (CVT), which is 26.5 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxford (OXF), which is located 28.8 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Howard Arms?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Howard Arms.