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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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37 St Julian's Friars, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1XL
  • Place, Old Market Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shrewsbury Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shrewsbury Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
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About the neighborhood

Shrewsbury

Darwin's Townhouse places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as St. Mary's Church and Old Market Hall. This 19-room, 5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Old Market Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Quarry Park - 7 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

  • ‪House of Grain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Camellias Tea Rooms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Cross - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cromwell’s Tap House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Nag's Head - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Darwin's Townhouse

Guests staying at Darwin's Townhouse enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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

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

  • 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Darwin's Townhouse?

Darwin's Townhouse provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Darwin's Townhouse?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darwin's Townhouse on May 24, 2026 start from $149, including 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 near Darwin's Townhouse?

Located steps from Henry Tudor House, this bed & breakfast is in Shrewsbury, and within a 10-minute walk of Old Market Hall and Shrewsbury Abbey. You'll also find The Quarry Park and Shrewsbury Castle less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, there isn't parking at this bed & breakfast.

Does Darwin's Townhouse have luxury amenities?

Yes, a bar/lounge and a garden are some guest luxuries of this bed & breakfast.

Does Darwin's Townhouse include a casino?

No, Darwin's Townhouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Darwin's Townhouse?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include garden views and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Darwin's Townhouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Darwin's Townhouse offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Darwin's Townhouse allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Darwin's Townhouse for a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Darwin's Townhouse.

Darwin's Townhouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 397 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check-in was easy and staff were very helpful. Room was very spacious and clean with excellent tea and coffee products. Location is vey good, just a short walk into the town centre. Would definitely book again when visiting Shrewsbury.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and helpful. Fantastic breakfast with lots of choice. Room was spotless. Shrewsbury town and all its amenities were just around the corner. A perfect location and a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, beautiful house with perfect facilities, great food and well stocked honesty bar. A very comfortable night sleep in great location with car parking very close
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very well equipped. Only negative, shower water pressure not very good. Hotel offers excellent amenities, loved the honesty bar for those who don’t wish to venture out of an evening. Breakfast in the morning was superb, amazing selection of continental products and the cooked offering was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Simon

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were lovely and a lot of effort has gone in to making this a lovely place to be. I had an okay stay but I am not sure the garden rooms quite live up to the reviews. They are quite small and you can hear the room above quite readily. The shower was also not remotely powerful. But a pleasant stay. I get the impression I didn't quite get the most of what the hotel has to offer as I stayed with my dog and they aren't allowed in the main building.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Colette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in convenient location. Upgrade from garden room to a room with king bed and coffee machine was ok, but they had run out of coffee pods anyway. The room was nice and characterful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant as always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly welcome and simple but attentive check in process. Hotel is perfectly located for exploring Shrewsbury
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really lovely, warm and welcoming. The staff were friendly and the King room was spacious. It was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bathroom, friendly check in staff and well stocked honesty bar. Beautifully decorated for Christmas. Good location for central Shrewsbury.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the stay was exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and nice clean rooms. The sitting rooms with honesty bar and games were great after a long day wandering around.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I arrived late, but everything was laid out for me ready for my arrival. Very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint setup, very friendly staff, good location with ample parking space nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly, we had our dog and although he was not allowed in the main eating area, the team accommodated an ensured we had breakfast delivered to our room. Breakfast was great and good quality food. Very lovely hotel and great location, definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a lovely place! Was in room 11 and it was perfect. Even my pup loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly and the rooms were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Reception, location, decor, parking, breakfast room, menu and service; excellent. The single bedroom is poor. Space restricted, noisy street location, lack of ventilation, no additional pillow to better comfort the guests. Too many assumptions made.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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