The Bell at Stow

We booked in for a night and probably expected more than we got. We turned up at the bell, got our luggage out the car and, in excessive heat, dragged our stuff into the pub. Greeted by a nice lady who told us we were actually in their Stuart House rooms up the road in the town, gave us directions and we duly dragged everything back out, packed it back in the car and went to find Stuart House. We navigated the very small car park and unpacked the car to then get our luggage down a very narrow path and squeeze past a tree, debating if we were going the right way. A person with disabilities would not get along it. The room (Hedgehog) was aesthetically very pleasing and fairly clean but a tight squeeze, expected in an old Cotswold building. The bathroom was spacious and beautiful. There was a well stocked mini bar and hamper, coffee machine and a bottle of water but the lid had been left off of that so we bought our own. Also promised was a complimentary treat, that was not there. The bed was not comfortable so not much sleep was had and the window is right on a main road, so people are walking past, so close its like they're in the room with you. The blinds were broken so we had to hang toilet roll in the gap for privacy. This room was expensive at £118 and our breakfast was not included so it is not somewhere we would stay again. However, we did go to the Bell pub for a drink in the evening, people that were eating, the food looked fabulous so it may have been better had our room been there as we initially thought it would be.

The Bell is located in Stow-on-the-Wold, The Cotswolds which is a beautiful area to explore. We stayed for two nights in an apartment a few minutes walk from the pub itself. There was ample parking and the room was lovely, quirky and comfortable. We ate breakfast twice at The Bell and it was fantastic, so much choice. We also ate dinner there one evening and all three courses were so good. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend for a Cotswolds stay!

Once again, a comfortable stay.Breakfast was good.Dinner was OK,but a bit overpriced,I thought.Nice pint of beer.Would stay again.

We really enjoyed our early evening meal here. The desserts were particularly yummy if you have a sweet tooth. Dogs are allowed and service was friendly and efficient. Small car park at the front of the pub and we were lucky to get a space.

Lovely, setting and great food. Dogs welcome too. I had fish and chips and my family had pie and chips and all was delicious. Highly recommend!

Great roast at The Bell in Stow on the Wold – tender meat, crispy roasties, fluffy Yorkshire puds and proper gravy. Cosy pub. Perfect spot for Sunday lunch. Staff were very attentive with a super lovely attitude. Thankyou!!