🇬🇧 Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Strozzi Palace
📍 55, Saint Georges Place, Cheltenham, GL50 3LA
Your stay — Strozzi Palace
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Strozzi Palace, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the lift is located on the ground floor and may generate some noise. Consider rooms 401-403, which are situated farthest from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms 101-103, as they are located near the service entrance and may experience some external noise from the nearby Saint Georges Place.
Best views
Rooms 401-403 on the 4th floor offer views of the surrounding streets and rooftops, while rooms 301-303 on the 3rd floor have a partial view of the historic buildings in the area.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that Saint Georges Place can be busy, especially during events and festivals, which may generate some noise. Additionally, the hotel's location near the town centre means you may hear some street noise, especially on weekends.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the town centre by parking at the nearby Montpellier Car Park (GL50 1JZ) and walking to the hotel. If you're planning to explore the town, consider requesting a room with a higher floor number for a more convenient check-in and check-out process, as the reception area is located on the ground floor.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Strozzi Palace
Free, 20MB/s, no login constraints
Servicing all floors, but some stairs-only sections in the original 18th-century wing
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 13:00 £20 fee
Limited, £5 per item, per night
Step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair accessible rooms available, some rooms have restricted access due to historic building constraints
On-site valet parking £20 per night, nearest public car park (Cheltenham Park & Ride) £6.50 per day, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: £1.00 per night per person
Deposit & card hold: £50 advance deposit, £100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Andrew's (251 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Christ Church (576 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Bayshill Unitarian Church (581 m · ~7 min walk)
- Synagogue: Cheltenham Synagogue (668 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Regent Arcade — 922 m · ~12 min walk
Montpellier Gardens — 385 m · ~5 min walk
The Wilson — 928 m · ~12 min walk
Playhouse — 913 m · ~11 min walk
Montpellier Gardens Play Area — 375 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Spa Pharmacy — 163 m · ~2 min walk
Co-op Food — 224 m · ~3 min walk
Royal Well, Cheltenham Spa — 715 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots, which charge poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards and mobile payments like Apple Pay are widely accepted in shops, pubs, and restaurants; keep some cash for small independent places and markets.
Restaurants: 10–12.5% if service not included. Taxis: round up to nearest pound. Hotel staff: £2–5 per bag/day for porters and cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter or Americano from a local cafe, around £2.50–3.00.
Sandwich or soup from a bakery or pub — about £6–8.
Main course at a gastropub or bistro: £12–16.
The daily market stalls in town offer pies, pasties, and wraps for £4–6. No dedicated street-food area; look for farmers’ markets on weekends.
Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, and Aldi are common in GL50.
High Street chains like M&S, Next, and H&M along the Promenade and Regent Street.
A Stagecoach dayrider bus pass costs around £5 for town; from Birmingham Airport take the train direct to Cheltenham Spa (about £20 off-peak).
Walk — the town centre is compact. Eat lunch specials instead of dinner. Use a refillable water bottle at public fountains around the Montpellier Gardens.
Good to know — Cheltenham
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$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cheltenham, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Strozzi Palace
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 206 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Spa Pharmacy — 163 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Heathrow Airport → Ram Grove Lets, Cheltenham
💡 Pre-book for a fixed rate; avoid ride-hail surge pricing. Journey can take 90 mins off-peak, but allow 2 hours for M25 traffic.
Cheltenham Spa Railway Station → Ram Grove Lets (near St Paul's Road)
💡 Use the Stagecoach app for a day rider at £4.50 — covers all local buses. Cash only on board, exact change needed.
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station → Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station
💡 Bargain if you book online two weeks ahead – fares drop to £12. Bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Ram Grove.
London Paddington → Cheltenham Spa
💡 Advance single tickets from £25 if booked on GWR app 12 weeks out. Cheltenham Spa is 1 mile from Ram Grove — grab a Stagecoach bus 1 or walk 20 mins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Strozzi Palace?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the lift is located on the ground floor and may generate some noise. Consider rooms 401-403, which are situated farthest from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Strozzi Palace?
Avoid rooms 101-103, as they are located near the service entrance and may experience some external noise from the nearby Saint Georges Place.
Is Strozzi Palace noisy?
Be aware that Saint Georges Place can be busy, especially during events and festivals, which may generate some noise. Additionally, the hotel's location near the town centre means you may hear some street noise, especially on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Strozzi Palace?
Rooms 401-403 on the 4th floor offer views of the surrounding streets and rooftops, while rooms 301-303 on the 3rd floor have a partial view of the historic buildings in the area.
What are insider tips for staying at Strozzi Palace?
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the town centre by parking at the nearby Montpellier Car Park (GL50 1JZ) and walking to the hotel. If you're planning to explore the town, consider requesting a room with a higher floor number for a more convenient check-in and check-out process, as the reception area is located on the ground floor.
What time is check-in at Strozzi Palace?
Check-in at Strozzi Palace is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Strozzi Palace have Wi-Fi?
Free, 20MB/s, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Strozzi Palace?
£1.00 per night per person
Where can I eat cheaply near Strozzi Palace?
Sandwich or soup from a bakery or pub — about £6–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Strozzi Palace?
A Stagecoach dayrider bus pass costs around £5 for town; from Birmingham Airport take the train direct to Cheltenham Spa (about £20 off-peak).
Top Attractions in Cheltenham
💡 Check the free guided tours on Saturday mornings—they're led by volunteers and give you background you won't get reading the labels. The rooftop café has decent coffee and views over the Promenade.
💡 Ask the volunteer at the door to point out the 'Cheltenham devil' gargoyle on the south side—it's a quirky local detail you'd miss otherwise. Climb the tower (small fee, £3) if open for panoramic city views.
💡 The alleyways off Montpellier Walk (like Rodney Walk) have mosaic paving and tucked-away courtyards. Go early on a Sunday when it's sleepy and you can photograph without crowds.
💡 The benches near the war memorial catch afternoon sun and are good for people-watching. In autumn, the fallen leaves along the central path look spectacular. Free public toilets at the Town Hall end.
💡 The lakeside path is quieter than the main avenue. Bring bread for the ducks, but also watch for the resident heron. Parking is free on side streets off Evesham Road.