🇬🇧 Cheltenham, United Kingdom
The Chase
📍 Cheltenham, GL52 6PN
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Your stay — The Chase
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The Property — The Chase
The Chase is a solid three-star in Cheltenham’s Montpellier district, just off the Promenade. No frills, but clean and well-kept; the lobby feels like a traditional coaching inn with polished wood and a warm fireplace in winter. It suits tourists who want a central base without paying for spa or concierge nonsense. For a budget-conscious traveller in Cheltenham’s cultural quarter, it’s a reliable choice.
Chronicles of Cheltenham
Cheltenham grew from a medieval market town into a spa resort after mineral springs were discovered in 1716. Its Regency-era architecture, with white stucco terraces and broad avenues, dates from the early 19th century when the town attracted fashionable visitors. Today it’s known as the cultural capital of the Cotswolds, home to the annual Cheltenham Literature Festival and the National Hunt horse-racing festival. The town retains a genteel, academic feel with two universities and a calendar of classical music and jazz festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Cheltenham guide →Best months
May and September for mild weather (15–20°C) and clear skies, plus lower tourist pressure than July and August. June is also good if you avoid the race meets.
Peak / festival surge
March is peak due to the Cheltenham Festival (horse racing), which drives hotel prices up by 40–60% and fills the town. July’s Gold Cup racing also peaks rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer a mix of moderate weather and far fewer crowds; discounts on hotel rooms can be 20% below July rates.
Weather & packing
Cheltenham’s climate is mild but notoriously changeable; July can deliver sudden rain between sunny spells. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers; leave your heavy winter coat home.
Live City Briefing — Cheltenham
- Cheltenham’s new ‘Clean Air Zone’ is now operational, charging non-compliant older vehicles to drive through the town centre; check your car’s Euro standard before arriving.
- The Promenade’s main pedestrian plaza has new public seating and cycle racks, completing a two-year revamp ahead of the 2026 summer season.
- The 2026 Cheltenham Music Festival runs 2–12 July; expect classical concerts at the Town Hall, but also local road closures around the Festival site.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Chase, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (above ground), facing the rear gardens rather than Shurdington Road. These rooms are quieter and have a more restful outlook. The lift serves all floors, so first floor is easy to reach.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the main entrance or the lift lobby — footfall and check-in noise can carry. Also skip any room labelled as overlooking the car park (likely front-facing), as early arrivals and departures cause disturbance.
Best views
Rear-facing garden view. The hotel sits on Shurdington Road, a main route into Cheltenham, so front rooms face traffic. The back looks onto gardens and the Cotswold countryside, which is the better prospect.
Quietest floors
First and second floors. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still served by the lift, and the building likely has fewer passing guests than ground or top floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Shurdington Road is a busy A-road with constant traffic from early morning to evening. A side window or double glazing helps, but rear rooms are markedly quieter. No bar or nightclub on site, so minimal internal noise after 11pm.
Insider tips
1) Book parking in advance — the on-site car park has 100 spaces but can fill on event days (e.g. Cheltenham Festival). It costs £10/night, cheaper than the station's £15. 2) Wi-Fi is free and works reliably, but at up to 10 Mbps it's slow for streaming — download anything you need before arrival.
- 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 — The Chase
free, up to 10 Mbps, no login required
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader
15:00-23:00, early bag-drop from 12:00, late check-out £20 until 14:00, £40 until 16:00
available 08:00-20:00, free of charge
step-free access at main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available, one adapted toilet on ground floor
on-site parking for 100 cars, £10 per night, nearest public car park at Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, £15 per 24 hours, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: £50 advance deposit per night, plus £20 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use a fee-free cash machine (ATM) on the high street; avoid the poor rates at airports and tourist exchange bureaux.
Contactless cards and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are accepted almost everywhere, even for small amounts.
Restaurants: 10–12.5% if service not included; taxis: round up or add a pound or two; hotel staff: no fixed rule, but a couple of pounds for the porter.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain or independent café espresso: about £2.50–3.00.
A sandwich or jacket potato from a supermarket café or bakery: around £5–6.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant: roughly £12–15.
Cheltenham’s Sunday farmers’ market and occasional food markets (e.g. at Imperial Gardens) offer burgers, curries, and falafel from stalls.
Tesco (large on Tewkesbury Road or in town), Sainsbury’s, Aldi, and Lidl are common in the GL52 area.
High-street chains along the Promenade and Montpellier Walk, plus charity shops (thrift stores) on Winchcombe Street and Bath Road for bargains.
Stagecoach day bus pass (around £4.50–5.00) covers local routes; to/from Birmingham or Bristol airports, take National Express coach (about £15–25 one-way).
Eat at lunchtime when set menus are cheaper; fill a reusable water bottle at free public taps (e.g. in the gardens); walk most of the compact town centre.
Good to know — Cheltenham
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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 The Chase
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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.
About Cheltenham
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at The Chase?
Request a room on the first floor (above ground), facing the rear gardens rather than Shurdington Road. These rooms are quieter and have a more restful outlook. The lift serves all floors, so first floor is easy to reach.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Chase?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the main entrance or the lift lobby — footfall and check-in noise can carry. Also skip any room labelled as overlooking the car park (likely front-facing), as early arrivals and departures cause disturbance.
Is The Chase noisy?
Shurdington Road is a busy A-road with constant traffic from early morning to evening. A side window or double glazing helps, but rear rooms are markedly quieter. No bar or nightclub on site, so minimal internal noise after 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at The Chase?
Rear-facing garden view. The hotel sits on Shurdington Road, a main route into Cheltenham, so front rooms face traffic. The back looks onto gardens and the Cotswold countryside, which is the better prospect.
What are insider tips for staying at The Chase?
1) Book parking in advance — the on-site car park has 100 spaces but can fill on event days (e.g. Cheltenham Festival). It costs £10/night, cheaper than the station's £15. 2) Wi-Fi is free and works reliably, but at up to 10 Mbps it's slow for streaming — download anything you need before arrival.
What time is check-in at The Chase?
Check-in at The Chase is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Chase have Wi-Fi?
free, up to 10 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Chase?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Chase?
A sandwich or jacket potato from a supermarket café or bakery: around £5–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Chase?
Stagecoach day bus pass (around £4.50–5.00) covers local routes; to/from Birmingham or Bristol airports, take National Express coach (about £15–25 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Cheltenham?
May and September for mild weather (15–20°C) and clear skies, plus lower tourist pressure than July and August. June is also good if you avoid the race meets.
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.