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William Cecil

4.0 star property
Hotel in Stamford with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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St Martins, Lincolnshire, Stamford, England, PE9 2LJ
  • Place, Stamford Meadows
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Browne's Hospital and Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Burghley House
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Stamford

William Cecil is a short stroll from Stamford Meadows and Browne's Hospital and Museum. This 4-star hotel has 26 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Stamford Meadows - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Browne's Hospital and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St Mary's Church - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rutland Open Air Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Burghley House - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stamford Station - 8 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Fleece - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Head Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cosy Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Bull And Swan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Millstone Inn - ‬12 min walk

About this property

William Cecil

Hotel in Stamford with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of William Cecil enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a porter/bellhop.
LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25.0 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 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: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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

William Cecil Hotel
William Cecil Hotel Stamford
William Cecil Stamford
The William Cecil At Stamford Hotel Stamford
The William Cecil At Stamford Hotel
William Cecil Hotel
William Cecil Stamford
William Cecil Hotel Stamford

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at William Cecil?

William Cecil offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to William Cecil?

This hotel is located in Stamford, a short 9-minute walk from Stamford Meadows and also 11 minutes on foot from Browne's Hospital and Museum. You'll also find Burghley House and William Browne Hospital within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at William Cecil?

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

Does William Cecil feature a casino at the property?

No, William Cecil doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at William Cecil?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about William Cecil?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Does William Cecil have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does William Cecil have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, William Cecil serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Dining Room.

Will William Cecil allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at William Cecil for a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at William Cecil?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at William Cecil?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at William Cecil.

Does William Cecil have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at William Cecil if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

William Cecil Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 440 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dinner was excellent. The hotel from the outside was lovely and a very nice walk to Burghley house. Also easy to walk into Stamford. Unfortunately we had booked a classic double room. I was told that our room was classed as cosy. It was indeed and not in a nice way. There was no wardrobe. The bed faced the window and being on the ground floor afforded no privacy from bypassers on the street. You could not leave the curtains open because of lack of privacy. Also the closed room curtain got in the way of the tea and coffee facilities. All in all the worst hotel room we have stayed in for a very long time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historic hotel in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly receptionist and it’s so nice to be accompanied to your room rather than be left alone . The hotel rooms are quite quirky with antique furnishings and our room had an oriental/ Asian flavour…perhaps some artwork over the bed would have made the room more appealing.The bed and shower were great and extremely hot water so that is a bonus. We walked to visit Burghley house which is located behind the inn and is a must see. The town of Stamford is a hidden gem …I felt we were on a movie set…exquisite Georgian buildings and fantastic indie shops. Would definitely stay again…Breakfast is fab and Gluten free options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

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

alan burn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Meral

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel. The room was nice and clean but there were no drawers or wardrobes only some hooks to hang your clothes and it was quite small. The cooked breakfast was good but the portion size was small and you are charged extra for any coffee other than filter coffee. Considering the high price l feel it should be included and l feel the service charge on alcoholic drinks is excessive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all the staff and management were very helpful at all times and took time to interact with all guests. Very convenient just a 10 minute walk into town.Breakfast had a large selection of choices and always willing to change things if you wanted to
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
like everything about this hotel big shout out to racheal on receeption.will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location to walk into Stamford. Nice old hotel with history attached. Well appointed rooms, easy parking and nice breakfast. The room was a bit on the small side for the price and the shower cubicle was smaller than we are used to but overall very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful

I love this place. I was surprised that a tap in the bath was leaky, and therefore running all the time. Otherwise flawless, friendly and really lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Lovely old hotel

Very friendly staff throughout our stay. Large room, very comfortable and nice to have a large fan keeping us cool at night. Only issue was the lack of power sockets in this day and age when tech is king, but we managed. Ate at Milly's on the first evening and breakfast on both days, all very nice. Would recommend, especially as Burghley House Estate is literally at the back of the hotel and Stamford itself is a lovely town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

darrell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Romantic weekend

Lovely hotel in a beautiful town, perfect for a romantic couples get away
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhodri

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

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

This hotel has alot of character and history

This is a lovely hotel in a very old building which backs onto The Burghley House Estate. It has a big free car park and outside terrace. It has a lovely restaurant Milly's, where we had a fabulous evening meal which was competitively priced and a good breakfast with lots of choice.The staff were friendly and helpful. It was very hot when we stayed and our bedroom was an oven. There was a very large fan in our room but it was too noisy to sleep with. Our bedroom window was screwed shut, fortunately the bathroom window did open. We appreciate the difficuties posed by an old building but hope something can be done to enable some more ventilation in the bedroom. Stamford itself is well worth a visit. We shall be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil

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

A little Gem, fab rooms and easy parking

We loved this place , fab location and great rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOHANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diane, Berlin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful old property with lots of character but no air conditioning and it was hotttt
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Staff & service
Just a one night stay…the hotel is an old property, full of quirks and charm but having said that…a little tired in some areas of decor. We had room number 10, although double glazed, traffic noise was very evident! and as I said could do with a re-vamp . The breakfast was excellent, lovely choices, could not fault it and service was great! We would stay again when visiting the area but only if guaranteed a room at other side of the building .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with partner
We had a lovely stay , the public areas were beautiful, however our room was disappointing as the only window was up high on the wall , which made ventilation an issue so it was extremely warm , and the room was in need of decoration . Having said that , I would definitely make a return visit as staff , food and the public areas were really lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025