Pros
- 16th-century coaching inn with period features
- Located in quaint north Cotswold market town
- Antique-furnished rooms with twee touches
- Restaurant with an excellent curry menu
- Coffee shop with a range of cakes and a fireplace lounge
- Cozy bar with traditional English fare
- Free access to spa at nearby sister hotel
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Pet-friendly
Bottom Line
The Noel Arms Hotel is a 28-room, former 16th-century coaching inn located on the main road that cuts through the center of the quaint north Cotswold market town of Chipping Campden. While rooms are filled with suitably historic touches, they are prone to creaky floorboards and even some traffic noise. On-site dining choices are good -- the Conservatory restaurant serves excellent Indian curries -- and there are plenty of cozy spots to relax with a drink. For a similar setup and generally lower rates but a little less historic charm, check out the Crown Hotel 10 minutes away.
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Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Allowed
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Historic Cotswolds inn dating from the 16th century with plenty of period charm
With its weathered, honey-toned Cotswolds stone facade and moss-lined slate roof, the Noel Arms Hotel fits perfectly into the quaint market town of Chipping Campden. With parts of the property dating to the 16th century, the Noel Arms is one of the oldest inns in the Cotswolds and is even rumored to have housed Charles I during the English Civil War. Stepping inside, guests can revel in the rich history on display, with plenty of ancient wood beams and exposed stone walls, antique-style furniture, and portraits. The vibe is warm, welcoming, and relaxed -- and quintessentially English -- while to the back of the inn is a conservatory overlooking a small courtyard and summer terrace.
Location
Set on Chipping Campden High Street in the north Cotswolds
The inn is located on the main road that passes through Chipping Campden, a charming market town located in the north Cotswolds. The small town is dotted with quaint historic churches, cozy pubs, and restaurants, while the surroundings provide some of the most picturesque countryside in the U.K. Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare, is a 25-minute drive north, while Warwick Castle is about a 40-minute drive.
Rooms
Antique furnishings, floral fabrics, and some creaky floors
The Noel Arms Hotel has 28 rooms that are decorated in a blend of twee country-style touches, antique pieces, and frilly, floral fabrics. Some also feature exposed stonework or four-poster beds -- one is particularly impressive and dates from the 17th century. All rooms include flat-screen TVs and tea- and coffee-making facilities, though no in-room Wi-Fi. Bathrooms have showers or shower/tub combos, and White Company bath products. Rooms overlooking the main road are prone to traffic noise, and guests have complained about room windows that don't close properly. Old floorboards and beds can also be creaky, which might disturb light sleepers.
Features
Outstanding curry, cozy bar, and coffee shop with fireplace lounge
While guests have complained that the daily breakfast service can be inconsistent (breakfast is included), dining is generally a highlight at the Noel Arms Hotel. The Conservatory restaurant serves especially good Indian curries, while the cozy Dover's Bar has a decent selection of traditional English fare. A coffee shop serves coffee, tea, and hot chocolate throughout the day, along with cakes and pastries -- and its lounge keeps an open fire going in colder months. While there's no on-site spa, guests can use the spa at the Noel Arms' sister hotel, the Cotswold House Hotel and Spa, which has a steam room, a pool, and massage treatments, and is less than a 30-second walk away.
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Historic Cotswolds inn dating from the 16th century with plenty of period charm
With its weathered, honey-toned Cotswolds stone facade and moss-lined slate roof, the Noel Arms Hotel fits perfectly into the quaint market town of Chipping Campden. With parts of the property dating to the 16th century, the Noel Arms is one of the oldest inns in the Cotswolds and is even rumored to have housed Charles I during the English Civil War. Stepping inside, guests can revel in the rich history on display, with plenty of ancient wood beams and exposed stone walls, antique-style furniture, and portraits. The vibe is warm, welcoming, and relaxed -- and quintessentially English -- while to the back of the inn is a conservatory overlooking a small courtyard and summer terrace.
Location
Set on Chipping Campden High Street in the north Cotswolds
The inn is located on the main road that passes through Chipping Campden, a charming market town located in the north Cotswolds. The small town is dotted with quaint historic churches, cozy pubs, and restaurants, while the surroundings provide some of the most picturesque countryside in the U.K. Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare, is a 25-minute drive north, while Warwick Castle is about a 40-minute drive.
Rooms
Antique furnishings, floral fabrics, and some creaky floors
The Noel Arms Hotel has 28 rooms that are decorated in a blend of twee country-style touches, antique pieces, and frilly, floral fabrics. Some also feature exposed stonework or four-poster beds -- one is particularly impressive and dates from the 17th century. All rooms include flat-screen TVs and tea- and coffee-making facilities, though no in-room Wi-Fi. Bathrooms have showers or shower/tub combos, and White Company bath products. Rooms overlooking the main road are prone to traffic noise, and guests have complained about room windows that don't close properly. Old floorboards and beds can also be creaky, which might disturb light sleepers.
Features
Outstanding curry, cozy bar, and coffee shop with fireplace lounge
While guests have complained that the daily breakfast service can be inconsistent (breakfast is included), dining is generally a highlight at the Noel Arms Hotel. The Conservatory restaurant serves especially good Indian curries, while the cozy Dover's Bar has a decent selection of traditional English fare. A coffee shop serves coffee, tea, and hot chocolate throughout the day, along with cakes and pastries -- and its lounge keeps an open fire going in colder months. While there's no on-site spa, guests can use the spa at the Noel Arms' sister hotel, the Cotswold House Hotel and Spa, which has a steam room, a pool, and massage treatments, and is less than a 30-second walk away.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Free Breakfast
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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