Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cheltenham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cheltenham

With a population of 103,249, Cheltenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Cheltenham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Coconut Tree (59 St Pauls Road) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and The Clarence Social (Clarence Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 193
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cheltenham

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city centre

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 1.4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 443 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about C$ 79 for a journey of 1118 km. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 km from downtown Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city centre

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 1.4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 443 km and will cost you around C$ 55. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about C$ 79 for a journey of 1118 km. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 km from downtown Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,250 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,054 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

From 5-star hotels such as the The Porch House to great affordable options like the Crossways Guest House, Cheltenham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 202 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 302 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from C$ 26 to C$ 950 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cheltenham are about 39% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 146+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 130+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 139+
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Travelodge Gloucester
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 108+
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Citrus Hotel Cheltenham By Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 115+
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Renting a car in Cheltenham

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.91 and C$ 38.54. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.91 and C$ 38.54. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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