B&Bs in The Cotswolds

Table of Contents

• At a glance: What should you know about renting a B&Bs in the Cotswolds?
• B&Bs in the Cotswolds: find your perfect stay
• Exploring the Cotswolds: our top recommendations
• Activities: What are the top things to do and see in the Cotswolds?

• Charming settings: Honey-stone cottages and inns nestled in picturesque villages like Bourton-on-the-Water, Chipping Campden, and Stow-on-the-Wold offering authentic English countryside experiences with warmth and character.
• Full breakfasts included: Homemade full English or continental breakfasts made from locally sourced ingredients set you up perfectly for exploring the region's walking trails and attractions.
• Prime locations: En-suite rooms near village pubs, restaurants, and local amenities with many properties offering garden or terrace access for complete relaxation.
• Historic & cultural richness: Walking distance to antique shops, medieval high streets, historic churches, and the famous Cotswold Way walking route for adventure seekers.
• Exceptional hospitality: Highly-rated hosts are consistently praised for warm welcomes, knowledgeable local recommendations, and going above and beyond to create memorable stays.

Whether you're after a cosy room in a honey-stone cottage or a characterful inn with a roaring fire, the Cotswolds has some of England's most charming bed and breakfasts. From the postcard-perfect villages of Bourton-on-the-Water and Burford to the market town bustle of Chipping Camden and Stow-on-the-Wold, B&Bs here combine warm hospitality with outstanding countryside surroundings. Many properties offer amenities such as:

• Homemade full English or continental breakfast
• En-suite bathrooms
• Free on-site or nearby parking
• Communal lounges with fireplaces
• Garden or terrace access

What are the best areas to stay in the Cotswolds?

The table below details the region's best-loved villages and market towns, so you can pick the base that suits your trip.

What do our guests say?

Guests consistently offer high ratings to B&Bs in the Cotswolds. They praise the period character of the traditional buildings, the charming décor, and the comfortable amenities. Cotswold cooking is highly praised, with guests often highlighting the delicious breakfasts.

Nestled in the heart of England, the Cotswolds is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty known for its charming honey-coloured villages, rolling countryside, and centuries-old charm spanning Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and beyond.

🍴Where to eat in the Cotswolds?

According to Google maps data and reviews, The Dial House, Bourton-on-the-Water is the best rated restaurant in the Cotswolds. Below is a table showing the top 5 highly-rated restaurants hand-picked by our travel experts.

⭐Our guests' recommendation: Our guest traveller Sarah recommends Bakery on the Water in Bourton-on-the-Water: a family-run artisan bakery-cafe on the banks of the River Windrush, loved for its freshly baked scones, Chelsea buns and relaxed riverside terrace – the perfect spot for a lazy brunch or afternoon treat between B&B stays.

1. Explore the lavish Blenheim Palace
2. Stroll around pretty Bourton-on-the-Water
3. Visit a Neolithic stone circle
4. Wander the village of Castle Combe
5. Take in the views from Broadway Tower
6. Discover Westonbirt Arboretum
7. Stroll through Hidcote Manor Garden

1. Explore the lavish Blenheim Palace

   This extravagant 17th-century manor house, birthplace of Winston Churchill, is a World Heritage Site with stunning Baroque architecture and gardens. Tour the restored rooms, wander the walled garden and water terraces, and try the garden maze.

2. Stroll around pretty Bourton-on-the-Water

   This ancient village dates back to 4000 BC and boasts honey-coloured stone buildings lining the River Windrush. Explore on foot, browse the shops, and stop for afternoon tea at one of the many tearooms.

3. Visit a Neolithic stone circle

   The Rollright Stones are a group of Bronze Age limestone monuments dating back to 3000 BC. A minimal entry fee goes towards maintaining the site as you learn about its fascinating history.

4. Wander the village of Castle Combe

   Often called one of the UK's most beautiful villages, this medieval spot has ivy-covered stone buildings and cobbled streets. Visit the historic market cross, St Andrew's Church, and stop for a traditional English teatime.

5. Take in the views from Broadway Tower

   Climb to the top of the Cotswolds' highest castle-folly for 360-degree panoramic views from 65 metres up, then enjoy a coffee or pastry at the little cafe on site.

6. Discover Westonbirt Arboretum

   Spend a few hours among 2,500+ species of trees, shrubs and flowers along scenic walking paths, keeping an eye out for deer, rabbits and squirrels as you explore.

7. Stroll through Hidcote Manor Garden

   These National Trust gardens in Hidcote Bartrim are famed for their rare trees, shrubs and hedges. Explore the various garden rooms on foot, then relax over a light meal or cake at one of the two on-site cafes.