This hotel was nice for a pit stop on our trek through the Cotswolds…read more Located right next to the Bibury trout farm (oldest trout farm in England) and just a few minutes walk to Arlington row. Beautiful scenery right outside the window. The river flow creates such a peaceful setting. Breakfast included with the stay, which was quite filling. I got the avocado toast and my husband the English breakfast. Rooms are clean and spacious but could do with a bit of updating. The elevator also needs a bit of updating. On our morning walk towards Arlington row, we were greeted by a pair of beautiful swans. They also have a private garden for guests to enjoy in front of the hotel, next to the trout farm. Our room was quite warm and the heating takes a while to cool down, but within a couple minutes of calling front desk, they arrived with a fan to help us out. Their shampoo/conditioner and body wash are all for sale, too. I absolutely loved their shampoo but I wasn't willing to pay $20 per bottle. But it was quite the treat to use while being a guest here. Great rain showers, too with a good amount of water pressure and plenty of warm water.

The Swan is an often-photographed inn in the heavily touristed village of Bibury. I would highly…read morerecommend that visitors take a photo and move on to stay at any one of the many far nicer inns in the Cotswolds. The Swan is, sadly, simply shabby and neglected and a terrible value for the price point. This photo is of the wall immediately outside the door of our 300-pound-per-night room (about $390). A room in which the toilet was broken and we had to wait for almost two hours to have fixed (kind of fixed, I should say; it continued to leak for the rest of the night). Zero urgency. In fact, they first sent up two girls who were giggling in the bathroom for ten minutes before telling us that it needed a plumber. In addition to the room, we spent over 200 pounds for dinner at the restaurant (entirely mediocre in both food and setting- cold and drafty) and more in the pub. Well over 500 pounds total for one evening ($650-700!). When I checked out, I very politely mentioned that I felt that the inconvenience of not having access to our own bathroom should merit an adjustment to the room fee. The front desk person left and came back and said they could credit me 20 pounds, was that ok? I replied that I'd spent more than that in five minutes at the pub. I was certainly not looking for my room to be comped, but think that knocking fifty pounds off would have been at least a reasonable and respectful solution. She said the manager came in later that day and they would figure out a more suitable credit and get right back to me. They never got in touch with me- not even after I wrote to remind them. I had visited Bibury before by myself and thought that the Swan would be a lovely place to stay on our romantic vacation; it was anything but. Huge mistake. Caveat emptor.

This Hotel came highly regarded of which we saw parts. The gardens in the back our pretty, the…read morebuffet breakfast was generous, staff were pleasant, and the downtown location was very convenient. However, overall hotel room comfort did not meet expectations. When we checked in, our room was very hot due to the sun coming in the windows. The AC didn't work properly and the front desk was very slow in finding someone to solve the problem. Because we faced the street, it was too noisy to have the windows open at night to get fresh air. Perhaps I would have felt differently if given a room in the back with a view of the gardens. This was our least favorite hotel out of the six we stayed in during a 7-day walking tour.

This review is particularly for Afternoon Tea at FIG restaurant only…read more We stopped by after strolling around Chipping Campden without making prior reservation. The staffs were courteous and kindly checked for availability for us. We then were greeted and seated soon after. The service at Fig was great. The tea selections are great. The High Tea set are delicious and quite a lot! I actually enjoyed the scones quite a lot even though I don't like it that much in the States. Quality, Service, and Experience definitely worth more than 22£ per person.

Fab-u-lous. Decided to book a room here as it was recommended in the telegraph and apparently…read morefrequented by Kate Moss (didn't spot her :() Had a really great dinner just before kitchen closed at 10pm which included the best rabbit pie I've had in my life. Great value Cote du rhone village which went down like water. Finished with a warm hazelnut brownie. Great value for food but also lovely rooms! Great entry way to the Cotswolds. P.S. Get the Gloucester cheese soufflé !!

The Five Alls is a great local pub and restaurant with rooms. The food is excellent and the…read morelandlord and staff are great and everyone from the locality meets ,eats and drinks here. Best pub I have been to, in the area!

Lovely location and beautiful gardens. We enjoyed our stay at the Lamb Inn. The highlight was the…read morewonderful breakfasts and dinners at the restaurant. Staff was amazing and service was top notch. We had to depart early in the morning each day and they were very accommodating to open the kitchen early for us.

I lived in England for several years and on several occasions, I stayed at this hotel and ate in…read morethe restaurant. This is a brilliant place and is like stepping back into time.  It has terrific ambiance, and the food is great. It is almost like coming inside a Harry Potter film set.  The place is extraordinarily beautiful and if you are in Oxfordshire I highly recommend a visit. One gets a well-heeled clientele here.

Comfortable beds, immaculately clean rooms and a friendly manager…read more I was standing in the lounge talking on the phone and the manager placed a glass of water next to me, without me asking - a nice touch of hospitality. The full English breakfast is really FULL with lots of coffee, toast and juices. This is a hotel I will recommend to friends and hopefully return to.

What a luxury cabin vibe! This spot perfectly blends cozy charm with upscale dining. We stopped in…read morefor lunch during a day trip and were impressed from start to finish. The service was excellent, and the ambiance--both stylish and inviting--felt like a hidden gem. We had the gnocchi, Sunday roast, drinks, and panna cotta--everything was delicious. The panna cotta was a bit overwhelming on the lemon flavor for me, but I think that is how its intended to be. The boutique hotel setting adds to the charm, with a spacious front and back patio tucked away from the crowds.

Gayle and I recently enjoyed a pleasant Lunch on the Patio at the Dial House Hotel. The weather…read morewas warm and sunny, and best of all our table provided a buffer from the Bank Holiday crowds at Bourton-on-the-Water. We can't recall what Gayle ordered, while my choice was some sort of tandoori chicken dish. My pint of local beer and her class of chardonnay were also at the table. Everything tasted good, even more so with a relaxing atmosphere and interesting table neighbors. Service was pleasant, but oddly fast on the food coming out, while slow for the drinks. Rest rooms were available inside the hotel for customers, which is kind of a big thing when you're within a very crowded downtown.

What a delightful place to stay! Clean, comfortable room with a great bed, large bathroom, lots of…read morestorage in a historic 350 year old building. Excellent restaurant with delicious and unique dishes. The vegetarian choices are especially delicious and most welcome. Great service, welcoming hosts and cozy atmosphere. Perfect and highly recommended.

This small family run hotel on the edge of the Cotswolds and on the route of The Cotswold Way for…read morewalkers. A small hotel with just 8 bedrooms of which are clean and a decent size. I was in room 3 which overlooks the Market Street (although no Market) and another local Public House. Nice plesant public areas including a recently refurbished restaurant which is relatively modern but still in-keeping with this old building. There is also a bar area where lots of the locals enjoy a wide selection of drinks including 4 cask ales, 4 draught lagers and Guinness, as well as a local Cider (Ashton Press). The Front of House Staff are all very friendly and accommodating namely Nicola, Emillia, AJ and Flo. The owner of the property is frequently on site and ensures everyone is made to feel at home (David). The food is good, many dishes cooked in-house and mostly 'to-order'. I couldn't find anything negative to say about this property and (I for one) will be back , they are gradually refurbishing the hotel and what has been done to date is nice and tastefull. Well worth a visit, the room rates are excellent, and includes freshly cooked breakfast to individually placed orders.

This country inn dates back to the 15th century and was originally three farmworkers' cottages…read morebefore being converted to a private house in the 1920s. It was later used by the Eton public school. The Slaughters Country Inn has 31 rooms, of which Gayle and I stayed in a very nice 2 story version in a separate building. We enjoyed a very nice bedroom suite on the second floor and a spacious living room on ground level. I also appreciated the newspaper delivery service of which I chose the Guardian on Saturday and the Observer on Sunday. Gayle and I had dinner in the bar area for our 2 evenings here, and very much enjoyed the menu, the decor, and the very nice service. Breakfast was also included, which we took in the main dining room. Service, food, and atmosphere were all in very good order. Gayle and I were here as part of our Cotswolds walk and also appreciated the welcome we received the first day as we walked in all wet and muddy. On that day, our shower was the the first highlight, including places to hang our "cleaned in the sink or shower" clothes. We also enjoyed the convenience of walking around this cute little village, and our longer walks to Bourton-on-the-Water and Upper Slaughter.

There is no doubt that the location requires a 5* rating. The grounds are beautiful. The village is…read morelike something out of Miss Marple. Quintessential British! I wish the same good be said for my lunch. I started with the soup which was incredibly bland. I know it was carrot but have no idea the 2nd ingredient.! The roast was satisfactory. The meat was tender and cooked a little under which I like. The potatoes were bland. The green vegetables had no seasoning. I sent my yorkshire pudding back as it had remained in the oven too long and was like a biscuit. The second one was better. The cauliflower and cheese was delicious. All needed extra gravy, which the very nice waiting staff bought.

This throw back to times of old is charming, beautiful, right in the center of town, close to the…read moretheatre. The staff was lovely and attentive. The rooms, beautifully decorated and comfortable. The food, though!!! Better than I could have ever imagined! I had the filet and my cousin had a beautiful pasta dish. Every bite from apps to dessert was superb!! I will definitely be back to stay. If I'm just passing through, I will stop to enjoy the food and atmosphere!

I had an amazing experience at the White Swan Hotel. I was with a big school group and the staff…read morewas super helpful with our large numbers. The rooms were clean and nice. It was also a nice touch to put a Shakespeare quote outside of every room. The breakfast in the morning was also delicious! Overall, the location, staff, and hospitality of the White Swan Hotel made this a great place to spend the night.