The Old Bell Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with bars/lounges and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Living area
Terrace/patio
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

52A Abbey Row - 3 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate building)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
  • 110 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

19B Abbey Row-One-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Dining table
  • 78 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

21B Abbey Row- 2 Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 75 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Traditional Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

35 Abbey Row- Three-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

68 Abbey Row- Two-Bedroom Townhouse (Separate Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 74 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Abbey Row, Malmesbury, England, SN16 0BW

What's nearby

  • Malmesbury Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Highgrove House - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Highgrove House and Gardens - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 20 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malmesbury Garden Centre Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Dish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Potting Shed Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Somerford Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whole Hog - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Old Bell Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Malmesbury Abbey
Located close to M4 Karting and Highgrove House and Gardens, The Old Bell Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site British cuisine bistro, Abbey Row, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 2 bars and conference space.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Abbey Row

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Old Bell Hotel Malmesbury
Old Bell Hotel
Old Bell Malmesbury
Old Bell
Classic Hotel Old Bell
Malmesbury Classic Hotel
Classic Hotel Malmesbury
The Old Bell Hotel Malmesbury
The Old Bell Hotel Hotel
The Old Bell Hotel Malmesbury
The Old Bell Hotel Hotel Malmesbury

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Bell Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Old Bell Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Bell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Old Bell Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Old Bell Hotel located?

Situated in Malmesbury, this eco-certified hotel is steps from Malmesbury Abbey and within 6 mi (10 km) of M4 Karting and Highgrove House. Highgrove Shop Tetbury and Highgrove House and Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Old Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 258 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Old Bell. Faultless. Super friendly staff, hotel, town and food perfect. Would go back tomorrow
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, the hotel staff were amazing they looked after us and our dog in every way. Would highly recommend the Old Bell hotel. Thank you for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been staying at this beautiful hotel for close to 30 years each time I return to Malmesbury to visit Family. It’s always a special treat, no matter what season!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location - more than enough options for dining and sightseeing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Rooms are wonderful and the staff go above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at this hotel. It is quirky, comfortable and with superb friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful hotel

Beautiful hotel, comfy and cosy rooms, amazing restaurant serving delicious food and breakfast. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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

Stunning family weekend away!

My family and I had an amazing weekend, we had a small child and 2 dogs with us and everything was great. The lounge area was stunning, this is where we had drinks and breakfast. The Townhouse we stayed in was absolutely stunning and actually looked so much better in person, the photos didn't do the place justice. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

A wonderful find

A wonderful find in a fascinating town. Excellent atmosphere, service and food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't plan to eat here, but due to convenience we ordered lunch, which was so good we returned for dinner, then breakfast (which was included). All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff,very helpful, rooms very clean and beautifully presented
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming old hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Nicely appointed comfortable room. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Our stay in Malsembury

Very large room with large comfortable bed. So unique and a great experience overall. Wish we could have stayed more than one night
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with wonderful friendly staff. Lots of quirky features and fabulous food. Hot water a bit hit and miss but will still go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved it

Lovely lounges, staff and room. Outstanding restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Was amazing thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Castanheira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay. Will certainly be back. Excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class accomodation and customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

Wonderous break. Cannot fault it at all.

Absolutely superb stay. No issues what so ever. Will be back asap.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really nice welcoming Very clean & tidy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

An oldie but a goodie.

The Ye Olde Bell Hotel is reputed to be the oldest hotel in England. Despite the fact it has been operating since 1220, it offers the same level of service and luxurious accommodation as many of today’s modern hotels have to offer. I would go back in a heartbeat.
The exterior view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Awesome

Great location to visit Costwolds and great service. Very helpful staff. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022