The Stag at Stow

The staff where brilliant here, checked into our room number 6. It was so nice looked over the square. The bed was just gorgeous The room was so dark and quiet We slept so well. The shower in the morning was the best we have had in any hotel. The towels where fluffy and lovely. During the day our room was cleaned while we was out Breakfast was so nice We had 2 nights We would definitely recommend and we will come again. We loved it Thank you

Stopped in for drinks. Friendly service . Sat in the bar which was very charming and warm. Ordered the pie for two. It was Steak and Ale pie that was accompanied by vegetables and mashed potatoes. It was fabulous. Best I’ve ever had. Then we decided to have the Sticky Toffee pudding. Also wonderful. This by far is the best place to eat in Stow.

Restaurant only review. Lunch for two and it was a very good experience. Very good standard of cooking with an interesting menu and a good selection. Pubby atmosphere with log fires made it cosy and comfy, 'pubby' without being crowded or noisy. Cooking is of a very high order indeed. We had calves liver (could have been cut a little thinner maybe), but well cooked nonetheless and venison, the latter was utterly superb. A difficult meat to cook well, but this was tender, succulent and very tasty. Good selection of vegetable side dishes, more variety than normal. All in all very good indeed. Slap in the middle of the market sq. so plenty of parking and a nice walk round lovely Stow as well.

Can’t wait to come back. Beautiful hotel right on the town square. Really warm, friendly welcome when we arrived. Had checked in online before we arrived so were given our keys and shown to our room. Room was on the small side (we stayed in Fawn) but really not a problem as we were out all day. Great bathroom and shower, tea and coffee making gear in the room and fresh water and milk in fridges around the hotel so just help yourself and so much better than cartons of UHT! Continental breakfast was included and there was loads of choice, cooked alternatives available to order all freshly made. Everything is within walking distance, some amazing restaurants nearby. Was actually disappointed we didn’t eat in the restaurant as the menu looked fab, again with loads of choices to suit everyone. Stow is so pretty, loads of tea rooms, pubs and shops to wander around. We visited Bourton and Burford, both within a 10-15 minute drive so it’s a great base for exploring. Sad to leave and we’ll definitely be back. Can’t fault the hotel or staff, nothing was too much trouble for them.

Shame It started off well. Check in was great dinner on the Wednesday was lovely. I had booked dinner on the Thursday but did want the same dish (only two veggie options) I was assured the chef would sort. My table was booked for 8 it was quite busy and they had given my table away and suggested I sat in the restaurant (which was empty, not nice being in my own) the member of staff then informed me it was a different chef on duty who was not prepared to make even an omelette for me. I left to eat elsewhere. I won’t be returning.

The staffs are all nice and friendly. We especially enjoyed the continental breakfast. There’s a bus stop in front of the building, so the location was perfect for us.