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The Old Rectory

3.0 star property
Hotel in Shrewsbury with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Lowe Hill Road, Wem, Shrewsbury, England, SY4 5UA
  • Place, Wem Town Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawkstone Park Follies
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Chester Zoo
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chester (CEG-Hawarden)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Four Poster)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

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

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Cosy) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Cosy)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed (King Size Double with ½ corona) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed (King Size Double with ½ corona)

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

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Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Shrewsbury

Located within a leisurely stroll of Wem Town Hall, The Old Rectory is within a 10-minute drive of Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course. This 14-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wem Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hawkstone Park Follies - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • The Quarry Park - 20 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Chester City Walls - 51 min drive - 35.4 miles
  • Chester Zoo - 52 min drive - 37.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wem Station - 15 min walk
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawbury Fish Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stanton Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Warbling Tît - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Elephant And Castle - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Old Rectory

Hotel in Shrewsbury with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Old Rectory enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are also available.

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Property amenities

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

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 19.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 12.5 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 12.5 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 19.0 per night

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

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Old Rectory Hotel Shrewsbury
Old Rectory Shrewsbury
The Old Rectory Hotel
The Old Rectory Shrewsbury
The Old Rectory Hotel Shrewsbury

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Old Rectory?

The Old Rectory provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Rectory?

As of Dec 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Rectory on Dec 20, 2025 start from $100.68, 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.

What's there to do around The Old Rectory?

This hotel is located in Shrewsbury within a short 9-minute walk of Wem Town Hall. Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 4.9 mi.

Is there parking available at The Old Rectory?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Old Rectory have a casino?

No, The Old Rectory doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Old Rectory?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Old Rectory?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs.

Does The Old Rectory have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Old Rectory feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Old Rectory serves free English breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will The Old Rectory allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Old Rectory though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Old Rectory?

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

How far is the airport from The Old Rectory?

The closest major airport to The Old Rectory is Chester (CEG-Hawarden), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Old Rectory?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Old Rectory.

The Old Rectory Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 428 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine but let down by the poor shower. Staff were exceptional, breakfasts very good. No restaurant facilities for lunch or evening meals. Hot snacks were available. The staff made it an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

The Old Rectory Wem , lovely place ...

Fabulously friendly staff , nothing was too much trouble , place was spotless , breakfast was lovely , great choice of items , no evening meals served but light bites which were fabulous , Bar was well stocked too ..
Front of The Old Rectory
Milk free puddings
Dining Room
Music Room / lounge
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this for my elderly mother going to her grandsons wedding . She loved it an said the owners were lovely ..my nephew an wife ended up staying there too for the wedding
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

w r

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean comfy hotel with excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Our Stay

Wonderfully friendly, helpful staff. A spacious bedroom, quiet and well equipped. The only blip was the dated bathroom. Painted chips to the bath and the ‘gold’ rubbed off the taps etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mozley

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

A very enjoyable stay

A lovely old house, so creaking floorboards and no lift but that just goes with the character of the property. Very friendly and efficient staff, very clean, excellent breakfast, very good 'light bites' food in bar which was all we needed in the evening (restaurants about 10 mins walk away). My bed could have done with a new mattress but in any event I slept like a log so can't complain too much about that.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Lovely Stay!

We loved our stay at the Ancient Gatehouse. The room was lovely and looked out over the green in front of the Wells Cathedral. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the hotel has an excellent Italian restaurant, where we enjoyed a delicious dinner before walking around the lovely town of Wells. Americans should know it is not air conditioned, but air conditioning is rare in the UK and Europe. There is a fan and lovely large windows. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Wonderful Reception Staff!

The member of staff on reception is excellent. She moves around from reception to bar to restaurant and is very efficient - she is a credit to the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Old Rectory provides several sitting rooms in which you can relax and read or chat with others. This is a very nice amenity, particularly if your travel companion wants to sleep while you are up or vice versa. Our room was comfortable, if a little tight, and very clean. Staff members were very pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was plentiful and well prepared, One issue is that The Old Rectory is not actually in Shrewsbury. It is 10 miles away from Shrewsbury in the very small town of Wem. The fault may lie with me for not having realized that when I booked, but others should be aware that this venue is not in walking distance of Shrewsbury or even Whitchurch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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

Really lovely stay.

Really lovely attentive staff. beautiful building and gardens. We only stayed one night on our way to somewhere else but it was so nice id like to go back and explore there a bit more.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size it was clean and had everything we needed the toilet was slow filling may need to be looked at the breakfast was great would definitely stay again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, comfortable and clearly not part of a chain. Pleasant decor, in keeping with the age of the house which is early nineteenth century, with interesting features such as the staircase and the portico at the front. Lovely staff especially Natalie. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed hurt me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs A M

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

A lovely place to stay

Stayed one night here and it was lovely. The building is beautifully decorated and is clearly looked after by the owners. Our room was bright and decorated in keeping with the age of the building. We had a drink in the bar and sat in the living area which was very nice. Breakfast the next morning was freshly cooked and plentiful. The staff are lovely and would definitely stay again if we were back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely Staff

Very friendly staff, lovely building, albeit as expected from an older style building, is a little tired. On saying that everything works, room spacious and a lovely location. Can't fault for price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So peaceful and very quiet excellent breakfast and located for adventures around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at The Old rectory. The staff were so friendly on arrival. I had to leave for a meet up before breakfast was due to start, and so they made me a breakfast sandwich to take with me so that I didn't miss out. It was really exceptional service. The bedroom was cosy and was perfect for our needs. The only downside was that the floorboards creaked loudly whenever we walked around the room, and the bathroom/shower could do with updating. Otherwise I would highly recommend the old rectory for anyone staying in Wem.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this place was great. I hope to get back there soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

barry

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

Beautiful and historic

eveything excellent except beds had no padding on the mattress and it was like sleeping on a box spring
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jools

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn’t fault the staff however the property needs some work. Our room was small, mattress uncomfortable, shower was filthy with mould around the metalwork. The room was ‘cleaned’ twice when we were there however the duvet was just thrown over and but the comforter etc were dumped at the end of the bed. Room wasn’t hoovered and bathroom not cleaned as there was talc left on the glass shelf from the night before. It’s a shame as the hotel could be wonderful but needs money spending on it. As for the breakfast menu! Still mentioning Covid and how you have to order everything in one go. Certainly won’t be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, quiet surroundings, lovely food.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

Lovely stay

Was a lovely stay for a friends wedding nearby. Nothing was too much trouble. The customer service was 10/10 so friendly and hospitable. Beds were comfy and rooms were clean. Breakfast was lovely and freshly made
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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