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The Dial House

3.5 star property

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Bourton-on-Water, Cheltenham, England, GL54 2AN
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Model Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

The Dial House places you next to River Windrush and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition. This 3.5-star inn has 14 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Model Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dragonfly Maze - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cheltenham Spa Station - 23 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Porch House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Box Bush - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Dial House

At The Dial House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This smoke-free inn also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, desks, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 21.95 for adults and GBP 12.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

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 21.95 for adults and GBP 12.95 for children

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
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Dial House Cheltenham
Dial House Hotel Cheltenham
Dial House Inn Cheltenham
The Dial House Inn
The Dial House Cheltenham
The Dial House Inn Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Dial House?

The Dial House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Dial House?

This inn is located in Cheltenham, just steps from The Model Village and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition, and within a short walk of Cotswold Motoring Museum. You'll also find Birdland Park and Gardens and Dragonfly Maze less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Dial House?

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

Does The Dial House have a casino on the premises?

No, The Dial House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Dial House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Dial House?

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

Does The Dial House have a hot tub?

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

Does The Dial House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Dial House serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Dial House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dial House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Dial House?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Dial House?

The closest major airport to The Dial House is Oxford (OXF), which is about 19.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Dial House?

No, at The Dial House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Dial House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 261 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucy-Anne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was lovely and quirky - perfect location with parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Parking was good The only thing I would say is I would of liked a bigger choice of beers/lagers But our stay was marvellous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel, wish I could have stayed longer. Great location and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Dial House is the perfect place to stay in the Cotswolds. The town of Bourton-On-Water, is centrally located to so many villages. The Dial House is perfectly placed in Bourton. We stayed in a deluxe double and everything was wonderful. The shower took a bit of getting used to, but that was not a problem. The staff was perfect and the head man Scott could not have been nicer, more professional or more helpful. Great beds, good storage, good wi-fi and wonderful parking. I cannot recommend this hotel any more highly than I am. Wonderful and beyond our expectations. We didn’t do breakfast but our friends did and they raved about it. Look no further.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and terrific service in an amazing location right in the middle of the village. Parking is a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Garden room we had was very small! The bathroom tiny,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old place that you would be looking for in the country side of the UK but be aware .. no AC and that was disappointing since there was no mention of that in the description. In summary, high end cute place with no AC which I found surprising.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall pictures online is not what we received, rooms were very small, right next to the bar so was alot of noise, mould on sealent around bathroom, marks on walls and marks on carpet, then the expense of it all, the rooms are not worth the price we paid for them and no breakfast included in price either and price they charge is way overpriced. We paid £10 for a pot of tea which is shocking especially seeing as we were staying with them like at least give us a discount. Then £21.50 we was told breakfast was even though online I read it was £23 but either way again way overpriced when we went to another hotel up the road and paid £15 and got an amazing breakfast including drinks and cooked food and buffet. We wouldn't return. The only positive really is the free parking they have and the staff were all very nice and seemed helpful. But just feel it's abit of a tourist trap and they know they can over charge because they have good parking facilities and in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were really friendly and location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YOSEF

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

We stayed in the family room and found it to be very comfortable and welcoming. The property, town, and surrounding area were idyllic, we would highly recommend a stay at the Dial House!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, perfect location and amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely and charming place to stay!! Yes, the building dates to
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, The Villages

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was excellent and accommodating. Nice areas outside and inside to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

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

Super cute, but terrible bed

Incredible location in a super cute historical building. Charm to spare. While the room size was really small, it was manageable. The inexcusable thing was the cheap, hard, and painful mattress. I’m so happy we only were staying one night or I would have needed a full body massage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, really good it has parking, garden area really nice, staff were very friendly. Only negative was we were on the ground floor of the coach house and the noise from the room above and the slamming doors wasn't good and prevented a good sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUQI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My mom and I stayed at Dial House for 2 nights in June. We both loved it so much and felt right at home! The place was so cozy, the Sunday roast was divine, and the staff were welcoming and helpful. We would 100% recommend this place and would love to return someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andres, Doral

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property and perfect location. Very good food, though a bit expensive. Owners were very nice. Parking easy and accessible. We would have love to stay in the main house; not on the side appartments. Did no enjoy arriving at 21hs (still daylight) and finding the place dark and closed. We had to phone called to have a person drive to the hotel and check us in while waiting outside. Room was very nice and convenient. Also comfortable, though the smaller room had a smell to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of town , walkable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025