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Strozzi Palace

📍 55, Saint Georges Place, Cheltenham, GL50 3LA

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Das Eigentum — Strozzi Palace

Strozzi Palace, a 3-star hotel in Cheltenham, exudes a warm, inviting atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era. Its elegant, 19th-century facade and intricately carved wooden details create a sense of refinement, while its 32 rooms offer a comfortable retreat from the bustling town. Whether you're a solo traveller or a family on a budget, this hotel's homely charm and central location make it an attractive choice. As you stand in the lobby, you're greeted by the soft hum of conversation and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, setting the tone for a relaxing stay.

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Chroniken von Cheltenham

Cheltenham's rich history dates back to the 18th century, when it became a popular spa town due to its mineral-rich spring water. The town's architectural evolution is evident in its Regency-era buildings, which blend seamlessly with modern developments. Today, Cheltenham is a thriving cultural hub, hosting various festivals and events throughout the year, including the Cheltenham Festival, a renowned jazz and literature festival. The town's vibrant cultural scene is complemented by its picturesque parks and gardens, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a mix of history, entertainment, and natural beauty. Cheltenham's unique blend of elegance and vibrancy has earned it the nickname 'The Town of the Three Spires'.

Beste Zeit zu besuchen

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Die besten Monate

June and July are ideal months to visit Cheltenham, with mild temperatures (average highs around 22°C), fewer crowds, and a range of outdoor events and festivals. August is also a good option, with warm weather and a more relaxed atmosphere.

Peak / Festival Surge

September is the peak month in Cheltenham, driven by the Cheltenham Festival, which attracts large crowds and drives up hotel prices. Expect to pay a premium for accommodation, especially during the festival period.

Budget Schulter Saison

April and May are the best shoulder months, offering milder weather, fewer crowds, and discounts on accommodation. You can enjoy the town's parks and gardens in bloom without the peak-season prices.

Wetter & Verpackung

Cheltenham's climate is known for its sudden rain showers, so it's essential to pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella. Don't forget to bring layers, as the temperature can drop significantly in the evenings, even in summer.

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  • The Cheltenham Spa has undergone a major redevelopment, featuring a new spa and wellness centre, as well as improved facilities and access to the town's mineral-rich spring water. The town's high street has also seen an influx of new shops and restaurants, making it an exciting time to visit. The Cheltenham Festival is expanding its programme to include more family-friendly events, catering to a wider range of visitors.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Einrichtungen — Strozzi Palace

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Wi-Fi

Free, 20MB/s, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Servicing all floors, but some stairs-only sections in the original 18th-century wing

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers

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Check-in / Check-out

15:00-22:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 13:00 £20 fee

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Baggage Storage

Limited, £5 per item, per night

Accessibility

Step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair accessible rooms available, some rooms have restricted access due to historic building constraints

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Parking

On-site valet parking £20 per night, nearest public car park (Cheltenham Park & Ride) £6.50 per day, no EV charging available

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: £1.00 per night per person

Deposit & card hold: £50 advance deposit, £100 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • 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)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Shopping

Regent Arcade — 922 m · ~12 min walk

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Walking & Running

Montpellier Gardens — 385 m · ~5 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

The Wilson — 928 m · ~12 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Playhouse — 913 m · ~11 min walk

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Kids & Family

Montpellier Gardens Play Area — 375 m · ~5 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 206 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Spa Pharmacy — 163 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

Co-op Food — 224 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Royal Well, Cheltenham Spa — 715 m · ~9 min walk

Geld & Währung

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Local currency

Pound Sterling, GBP

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Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots, which charge poor rates and fees.

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Cards & contactless

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.

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Tipping etiquette

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.

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

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Cheap coffee

Filter or Americano from a local cafe, around £2.50–3.00.

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Best-value lunch

Sandwich or soup from a bakery or pub — about £6–8.

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Affordable dinner

Main course at a gastropub or bistro: £12–16.

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Street food & cheap eats

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.

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Budget groceries

Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, and Aldi are common in GL50.

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Affordable clothes

High Street chains like M&S, Next, and H&M along the Promenade and Regent Street.

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Cheapest way around

A Stagecoach dayrider bus pass costs around £5 for town; from Birmingham Airport take the train direct to Cheltenham Spa (about £20 off-peak).

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Money-saving tips

Walk — the town centre is compact. Eat lunch specials instead of dinner. Use a refillable water bottle at public fountains around the Montpellier Gardens.

Gut zu wissen — Cheltenham

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP

Emergency Contacts

Cheltenham
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

For non-urgent police matters, call 101. For NHS medical advice, dial 111.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Gloucester Old Spot Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Cheese Rollers Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Coffee Collective Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Hatherley Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Old Elm Inn Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Redgrove american
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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BusyBees Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Asda Café coffee_shop
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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 walkpharmacy · Spa Pharmacy — 163 m · ~2 min walk

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Umher zu kommen

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Airport Taxi Cheltenham £120

Heathrow Airport → Ram Grove Lets, Cheltenham

120 min · On demand · 24 hours

💡 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.

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Stagecoach Gold Service 1 £2.50

Cheltenham Spa Railway Station → Ram Grove Lets (near St Paul's Road)

10 min · Every 15 minutes · 06:30–23:00

💡 Use the Stagecoach app for a day rider at £4.50 — covers all local buses. Cash only on board, exact change needed.

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National Express £25

Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station → Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station

150 min · Every 2 hours · 06:00–22:00

💡 Bargain if you book online two weeks ahead – fares drop to £12. Bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Ram Grove.

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Great Western Railway (GWR) £45

London Paddington → Cheltenham Spa

115 min · Hourly · 05:30–23:00

💡 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.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

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).

When is the best time to visit Cheltenham?

June and July are ideal months to visit Cheltenham, with mild temperatures (average highs around 22°C), fewer crowds, and a range of outdoor events and festivals. August is also a good option, with warm weather and a more relaxed atmosphere.

Top-Attraktionen in Cheltenham

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum Free

💡 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.

Cheltenham Minster (St Mary's Church) Free

💡 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.

Montpellier District and Rotunda Free

💡 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.

Cheltenham Promenade Free

💡 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.

Pittville Park and Pump Room Free

💡 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.

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