Your stay — Premier Inn
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The Property — Premier Inn
The Gloucester Premier Inn is a functional, no-fuss budget hotel on a retail park just north of the city centre. Lobby feels clean, practical and efficient: a reception desk, a small seating area, and an adjacent Beefeater Grill for meals. It suits travellers who want a reliable, low-cost base with easy parking and motorway access, not style or local character.
Chronicles of Gloucester
Gloucester began as a Roman settlement, Glevum, and later became a key Saxon and Norman market town. Its magnificent cathedral, mostly built between 1089 and 1499, is a masterpiece of Perpendicular Gothic and the resting place of King Edward II. The city thrived as an inland port along the River Severn and the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, trading grain, timber and iron. Today it’s a working city with a compact historic core, a strong military heritage linked to the Parachute Regiment, and a growing cultural scene centred on the cathedral and docks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Gloucester guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm but not hot, lower rainfall than July/August, and cathedral crowds are lighter than summer peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak months, driven by school holidays and the Gloucester Tall Ships festival (usually late July/early August). Hotel prices can rise 20-40%, and advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer mild weather, fewer tourists, and rates 15-25% lower than summer peak. The cathedral and docks remain open and pleasant.
Weather & packing
Gloucester’s weather is famously changeable; July can bring both 25°C sun and sudden rain. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers — always be ready for a shower even on a fine forecast.
Live City Briefing — Gloucester
- Gloucester Railway Station is undergoing a £7 million upgrade until late 2026; expect platform changes and longer journey times on some services.
- The Gloucester Tall Ships festival returns 24-27 July 2026; book early if visiting that weekend as hotel capacity sells out.
- Gloucester Cathedral has introduced a timed-entry ticketing system for summer 2026, book online in advance to guarantee entry.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Premier Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the hotel, away from the main road. These upper floors reduce street noise, and the rear-facing rooms overlook a quieter courtyard or car park rather than the A38.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing the front (street side). Ground floor rooms are nearest to the lobby, luggage trolleys, and early morning foot traffic. Front-facing rooms pick up road noise from the A38, especially during rush hours and when delivery lorries pass.
Best views
The best view is a rear-facing orientation on floor 4, looking over the neighbouring retail park and green fields beyond. Front-facing rooms have a clear view of the A38 dual carriageway and the BP garage opposite.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at this Premier Inn; they are above the lobby and breakfast area, and far enough from the street to muffle traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on the A38 dual carriageway, a busy route into Gloucester. Heavy traffic from 7–9am and 4–6pm is noticeable in front-facing rooms. The BP garage opposite generates some engine noise and occasional car alarms late evening. A freight rail line runs about 200 metres east, but trains are infrequent and barely audible on upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Park in the adjacent Asda car park for free after 6pm and on Sundays, but confirm with reception as the hotel has its own paid car park. 2. Ask for a room away from the lift and stairwell — the hotel has steel-frame floors and footsteps echo in corridors. 3. Check in early to request a high, rear-facing room; breakfast starts at 7am, so request a 9am seating if you want a lie-in.
- 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 — Premier Inn
Free unlimited WiFi for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps, no login constraints.
A lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs £10, after 12:00 charged for another night.
Free luggage storage available at reception for early arrivals or late departures.
Step-free access via ramped entrance; accessible rooms with wider doors and bathroom grab rails on the ground floor; lift serves all floors.
On-site car park free for guests; no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park is Gloucester Quays Car Park (2-minute walk) costing £6.50 for 24 hours.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a £50 incidental hold is placed on a credit/debit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Patrick's Catholic Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: St George (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Hucclecote Methodist Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Brockworth Free Church (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Public Open Space 2 — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Pound Farm Play Area — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 271 m · ~3 min walk
Badham Pharmacy — 192 m · ~2 min walk
Ermin Local Convenience — 615 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Avoid exchanging at airports or tourist bureaux — they give poor rates; use high-street banks or ATMs in town for better rates.
Cards and contactless (including Apple/Google Pay) are widely accepted in shops, pubs, and restaurants; small market stalls may be cash-only.
Restaurants: 10-15% if service not included (check bill). Taxis: round up or add 10%. Hotel staff: £1-2 per bag for porters, not expected for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain coffee shops (e.g. Costa, Greggs) do a filter coffee for about £2.
A supermarket meal deal (sandwich, drink, snack) costs around £3.50-4.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant costs roughly £10-14.
The Gloucester Quays outlet area has occasional food stalls; for cheap eats, the city centre market on Eastgate Street is a good bet.
Tesco, Asda, and Aldi are the main budget supermarkets in Gloucester.
Gloucester Quays has outlet stores for high-street brands; the city centre also has Primark and charity shops.
A Stagecoach Gloucestershire day rider bus pass costs around £4.50. From the airport (Bristol or Birmingham), the cheapest is a National Express coach to Gloucester bus station, roughly £10-15.
1) Use the all-day bus pass if making more than two trips. 2) Eat from the supermarket meal deal or a lunchtime special instead of a sit-down dinner. 3) Visit free attractions like Gloucester Cathedral and the docks along the canal.
Good to know — Gloucester
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Emergency Contacts
GloucesterFor non-emergency police matters, dial 101. The NHS non-urgent medical helpline is 111. From a mobile, 999 works. If you're deaf or hard of hearing, use the emergency SMS service: text REGISTER to 999.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gloucester, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Premier Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 271 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Badham Pharmacy — 192 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Heathrow Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) → Gloucester Transport Hub (bus station)
💡 Book online in advance for the best price; walk-up fares can double. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from the Youth Hostel.
Gloucester Bus Station → Youth Hostel (opposite stop: Barbican Road)
💡 Buy a dayrider for £4.50 if using the bus more than twice. The hostel is just across the road from the Barbican Road stop.
London Paddington → Gloucester Station
💡 Use a railcard for 1/3 off. From the station, head south on Station Road then left onto Barbican Road – the hostel is a 15-minute walk.
Birmingham Airport → Youth Hostel, Gloucester
💡 Quote your flight number when booking – they monitor arrivals. Cheaper than London airport taxis; shared shuttles aren't available here.
Birmingham Coach Station → Gloucester Transport Hub
💡 Cheaper than the train but slower and less reliable—allow an extra 20 mins for traffic. The Hub is a 10-min taxi ride to Bowden Hall.
Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Tibbiwell Lodge B&B, Gloucester
💡 Pre-book online for a fixed fare; ask for a saloon car to avoid extra charges for luggage.
Bristol Airport (BRS) → Gloucester Bus Station
💡 Book online at least a day ahead for the cheapest fare; the stop at Gloucester Bus Station is a 10-minute walk to Watersmeet via Northgate Street.
Heathrow Central Bus Station → Gloucester Transport Hub
💡 Bus drops you at the Transport Hub; then catch the 10 or 11 bus to Saintbridge, alight near Tibbiwell Lodge.
Gloucester Railway Station → Watersmeet (Westgate Street stop)
💡 Buy a Stagecoach app day rider (£4.50) if you'll use buses twice—this short hop saves a taxi fare; alight at Westgate Street, then it's a 2-minute walk to the hotel.
Gloucester Transport Hub → Tibbiwell Lodge B&B, Saintbridge
💡 Get a day rider ticket for £4.50 if you plan multiple trips; stop is 'Tibbiwell Road' – the lodge is a 2-minute walk east.
Gloucester Bus Station → Central Hotel (Barton Street stop)
💡 Use the Stagecoach app for contactless payment; route 10 runs directly past the hotel.
Gloucester Railway Station → Bowden Hall Hotel (via Upton St Leonards)
💡 Bus 10 runs from Gloucester bus station (5-min walk from train station) to Upton St Leonards. From the stop, it's a 15-min walk uphill—take a taxi if you have luggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Premier Inn?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the hotel, away from the main road. These upper floors reduce street noise, and the rear-facing rooms overlook a quieter courtyard or car park rather than the A38.
Which rooms should I avoid at Premier Inn?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing the front (street side). Ground floor rooms are nearest to the lobby, luggage trolleys, and early morning foot traffic. Front-facing rooms pick up road noise from the A38, especially during rush hours and when delivery lorries pass.
Is Premier Inn noisy?
The hotel sits on the A38 dual carriageway, a busy route into Gloucester. Heavy traffic from 7–9am and 4–6pm is noticeable in front-facing rooms. The BP garage opposite generates some engine noise and occasional car alarms late evening. A freight rail line runs about 200 metres east, but trains are infrequent and barely audible on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Premier Inn?
The best view is a rear-facing orientation on floor 4, looking over the neighbouring retail park and green fields beyond. Front-facing rooms have a clear view of the A38 dual carriageway and the BP garage opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at Premier Inn?
1. Park in the adjacent Asda car park for free after 6pm and on Sundays, but confirm with reception as the hotel has its own paid car park. 2. Ask for a room away from the lift and stairwell — the hotel has steel-frame floors and footsteps echo in corridors. 3. Check in early to request a high, rear-facing room; breakfast starts at 7am, so request a 9am seating if you want a lie-in.
What time is check-in at Premier Inn?
Check-in at Premier Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Premier Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited WiFi for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps, no login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Premier Inn?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Premier Inn?
A supermarket meal deal (sandwich, drink, snack) costs around £3.50-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Premier Inn?
A Stagecoach Gloucestershire day rider bus pass costs around £4.50. From the airport (Bristol or Birmingham), the cheapest is a National Express coach to Gloucester bus station, roughly £10-15.
When is the best time to visit Gloucester?
May, June and September: warm but not hot, lower rainfall than July/August, and cathedral crowds are lighter than summer peak.
Top Attractions in Gloucester
💡 Skip the busy main nave on weekends; head to the cloisters early morning for near-silence and good light for photos. The Crypt café does a decent, cheap cuppa.
💡 Ask at reception for the key to the rooftop terrace — it’s usually unlocked, and gives a cracking view of the cathedral spire.
💡 Check the schedule for free guided tours; the crypt and Chapter House are often overlooked but worth a look.
💡 Visit at 3 PM on weekdays to hear the choir practice for free—it's quiet and atmospheric.
💡 The Roman and medieval artefacts are the highlight—ask staff to see the 'hidden' collection of carved stones in the basement. Free lockers for bags.
💡 Go at 3pm on a weekday to hear the choir practise in the quire — empty but for you and the voices echoing off the stone.
💡 Ask the warden about the 'crypt walk' – they sometimes open it up for a small donation.
💡 The Roman section has a 2nd-century tombstone found in the city—ask staff for the magnifying glass to see the carvings clearly.