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About the Hotel

16 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Double Room

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2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Twin Room

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2 persons

16 m²

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2 Single beds

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Double Room

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2 persons

16 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Shrewsbury500 m

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG) 71.9 km

Birmingham (BHX) 96.8 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort

“The bed was incredibly comfortable, providing a perfect night's sleep after a long day.” view full review

Charming Beer Garden

“The three-tiered outdoor beer garden was a good spot to enjoy excellent cask ales and soak in the ambiance.” view full review

Inviting Warmth

“The room was warm and cozy, creating a welcoming atmosphere that made me feel right at home.” view full review

Smooth Check-Out

“Check-out was efficient and easy, allowing for a stress-free start to my day despite the busy atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

16 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Map view

street view

16 Castle Gates, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Park

The Quarry

1.0 km

Monastery

Shrewsbury Abbey

1.1 km

Church

Shrewsbury Cathedral

790 m

Tower

Town Walls Tower

920 m

Gallery

Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery

600 m

Church

St Chad's Church

840 m

Shirehall Abbey Foregate

Lord Hill's Column

1.6 km

193 Abbey Foregate

Shropshire Wildlife Trust

1.1 km

Garden

The Dingle

990 m

Nearby

Metro Station

The Dana Prison

240 m

Shrewsbury SY1 2AT

Laura's Tower

120 m

Castle

Shrewsbury Castle

170 m

Museum

Shropshire Regimental Museum

270 m

Church

St Mary's Church

370 m

next to the River Severn

The Quantum Leap

450 m

Church

Saint Alkmund's Church

410 m

Ditherington Flax Mill

150 m

Shopping Area

The Parade Shopping Centre

260 m

Garden

Abbey Gardens

1.6 km

Mall

Pride Hill Shopping Centre

390 m

Castle Gates

Charles Darwin Statue

30 m

Church

Shrewsbury Unitarian Church

470 m

Pride Hill

Shrewsbury Buttercross

270 m

Victoria Quay

Sabrina Boat

550 m

The Square

Robert Clive Statue

460 m

14A The Square

Wightman Theatre

510 m

Claremont Street Upstairs in the Market Hall

VAN Gallery

510 m

The Music Hall

Original Shrewsbury

520 m

English Bridge

The English Bridge

540 m

Church

Old St Chad's Church

550 m

Restaurants

The Shrewsbury Coffeehouse

20 m

5 Castle Gates

Spuds N' Dawgs

0 m

4 Castle Gates

Churchills Cafe

120 m

Off Smithfield Road 18 Meadow Terrace

Lilys Tea Garden

190 m

Smithfield Road Severn Terrace

The Little Gourmet

140 m

21A Castle Street

Efes kebab house

220 m

8 Castle Foregate

The Gateway Coffee Shop

240 m

Chester Street Near Train and Bus Station

Peking Aroma

230 m

74 Castle Foregate

The Snug Cafe

270 m

30 The Parade

Greggs

500 m

47 Pride Hill

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Quality linens

Noise from the train station

Average facilities

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.0

Service

8.7

Dining

7.7

Peter

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, right next to the train station and close to the shopping center. The rooms are cozy and well-equipped, although the lack of breakfast was a downside. The service was exceptional, making me feel right at home.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and had all the facilities I needed, with quality linen and comfortable twin beds.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional, with the staff making me feel right at home.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location right by the train station was so convenient for my travels. I loved starting my day in the rear garden with a cup of tea.

Dining

8.0

The cream cheese served was a delightful touch during my dining experience.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, and I enjoyed my morning tea in the rear garden. The value for money was excellent considering the central location.

John

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located right next to the train station, making it easy to access. The rooms are comfortable with twin beds and quality linens, suitable for our needs. The proximity to the beer garden adds to the charm of the location, although being very close to the train station can also mean some noise. Overall, a practical choice for travelers looking for easy transport connections.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable with twin beds and quality linens, perfect for our requirements.

Service

7.0

The service provided was efficient and met our expectations.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated conveniently right next to the train station, offering easy access for travelers.

Dining

7.0

We enjoyed the Tuscan bread offered during the dining experience.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities were adequate for our stay, although nothing particularly stood out.

Convenient location

Noise from the train station

Edward

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is conveniently situated pretty much right next to the train station. The rooms offer quality linen and all the facilities we needed, even without breakfast. The service was top-notch, and the dining featuring Mediterranean food was a delight. The location is excellent, close to the railway station, and the facilities provided added to a pleasant stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were well-equipped with quality linen and all the necessary facilities.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional and really enhanced our overall experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated pretty much right next to the train station, making it very convenient for travelers.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience with Mediterranean food was a highlight of our stay.