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Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Gloucester · United Kingdom

Bondend Lane Upton St LeonardsView location

8.4/10Excellent797 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition7.8/107.8
Location8.4/108.4
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Value7.4/107.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Located on the outskirts of picturesque Gloucester and set among 12 acres of Cotswolds greenery, the Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel is the ideal country retreat.

Recently refurbished public areas have brought this hotel back to its former glory, boasting a breathtaking blend of traditional and contemporary design that will satisfy any guest. Locally inspired artworks, bespoke crystal chandeliers, and soft pastel shades create a leisurely atmosphere with a touch of English elegance.

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Located in Gloucester, Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre and Robinswood Hill Country Park. This hotel is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Cheltenham Racecourse and 21.4 mi (34.4 km) from River Thames.

Stay in one of 72 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 16

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
    • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Minimal age
    16
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 per person
    • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Robinswood Hill Country Park 3 km / 1.9 mi
Barnwood Arboretum & Park 3.2 km / 2 mi
Prinknash Abbey 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
JDR Karting 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Colwell Arts Centre 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
University of Gloucestershire, Oxstalls Campus 5.9 km / 3.6 mi
Gloucester Guildhall 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Gloucester Quays 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Rococo Gardens 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
City Museum 6.4 km / 4 mi
Cineworld Gloucester Quays 6.5 km / 4 mi
St Oswald's Priory 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
St Mary de Crypt Church 6.6 km / 4.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 72
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  • Car parkExtra charge
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  • 24-hour reception
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  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • Garden
  • Sun terrace
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Banquet hall
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Photocopier
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Single-Use Plastic Free
  • Zero waste
  • FitnessExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²DBL.GV
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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
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    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • DOUBLE CLASSICDOUBLE • CLASSICDBL.AS

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    DOUBLE CLASSIC

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: DBL.AS

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  • SUITE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDSUITE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²SUI.DB-SU
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    SUITE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
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    SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DB-SU

    Facilities with extra charge

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  • DOUBLE CLASSIC DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • CLASSIC DOUBLE BED • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²DBL.AS-DB
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    DOUBLE CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.AS-DB

    Facilities with extra charge

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  • FAMILY ROOM CLASSICFAMILY ROOM • CLASSICFAM.AS-1

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    FAMILY ROOM CLASSIC

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: FAM.AS-1

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  • TWIN CLASSICTWIN • CLASSICTWN.AS-1

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    TWIN CLASSIC

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: TWN.AS-1

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  • Room CLASSICRoom • CLASSICROO.AS

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    Room CLASSIC

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: ROO.AS

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  • TWIN CLASSICTWIN • CLASSIC • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²TWN.AS
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    TWIN CLASSIC

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.AS

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • SUITE SUPERIORSUITE • SUPERIORSUI.SU

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    SUITE SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: SUI.SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM CLASSICFAMILY ROOM • CLASSIC • 1 Bedroom • 24 m²FAM.AS
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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    24 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    2 × Double bed 131-150 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.AS

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • WITH DOUBLE BED • 1 Bedroom • 21 m²DBL.DB-1
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    DOUBLE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    21 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DB-1

    Room amenities

    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Slippers
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Ironing set
    • Housekeeping
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathroom: 1

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • Room ONE BEDRoom • ONE BEDROO.1B

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    Room ONE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    ONE BED

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    Room code: ROO.1B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

8.4
Excellent
797 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Location
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Value
7.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Jed
Very nice location great gardens
Partner
2/10
Poor
09 Jul 2026
HareshPatel
No Air Conditioning system. So don’t book this hotel in hot weather.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Gemma
We have stayed there before and returned this time because all the staff are very helpful, kind and made us welcome.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Donna
Staff polite as ever and attentive.
Special mention to Francesca on reception.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2026
Donna
Ideal spot for a stopover.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Gary
The room was very clean , comfortable bed and crisp white linen and towels.
Lots of hot water for a nice hot bath .
The lady on reception was very friendly and welcoming.
We arrived late in the evening so didn't drink in the bar.
The breakfast was brilliant, good quality produce and good coffee.
All of the staff we encountered were friendly and attentive.
We will definitely stay again when travelling south .
Although rooms a little dated, they were very spacious , clean and neutrally decorated, nothing offensive.
On the whole we found the hotel great value .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
keith
The property was very good and spotless clean ,breakfast and staff outstanding,downside couldn't use the 2 lounges and the outside patio was taken up by private parties shame nowhere for hotel guests to sit
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Angela
Lovely comfy bed, all the staff were so helpful and professional.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Brian
5 star not for ease of filling this form in but because it was genuinely 5 star.
1. Very welcoming
2. Nice room
3. Decent dinner with good help on the gluten free selection
4 extremely good breakfast with really friendly helpful staff
5. Great with the dog
6. Nice garden
7. Great price.
I won't grovel but thank you
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Michelle
We went to attend the funeral of a close friend, the hotel was beautiful with excellent service.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2026
Julia
Hotel is a bit tired. Ok for an overnight stay. Nothing special.
Paid for a superior suite which evolved to be very noisy from a party in the conference suite.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
John
Efficient, helpful staff, clear organisation, clean and comfortable rooms. Beautiful grounds, quiet.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
19 Apr 2026
Terry
If hosting an event or wedding this place is probably fine but when you are a tourist it is miles from everything. This hotel is completely rural, you cannot walk to any pubs or restaurants, the town is a 12-15 drive. Staff are great, zero complaints. It is a bar area amd restaurant but the bar lacks charm and atmosphere. Plenty of parking. The rooms are fine but dated and the hotel does not have a lift. If you are planning to tour the general area as a tourist i recommend something closer to town where there is more to do around you
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Paul
Yes the staff was brilliant and the breakfast was very impressive
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2026
Frank
Beautiful building, room immaculate but a bit tired in places.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Ms Stephanie
The room was clean, comfortable and spacious.
The staff were welcoming, helpful and polite.
The breakfast choice was excellent.
The drinks choice was very good.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Peter
Handled a difficult restaurant situation perfectly.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Feb 2026
Petrina
The room was ok but the bathroom was a little dated. Being on the top floor the ceiling in the bathroom was angled over the bath so showing signs of paint peeling and cracked tiles. The bed i found too hard causing back issues and we had to keep opening the window due to the room getting to hot. Besides that the room was spotlessly clean, breakfast provided a good selection and the staff were very attentive. The hotel is in a lovely rural location and it only took 15 min to get into the centre of Gloucester.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2026
Philip
The room was great - clean and with the facilities we wanted. It was warm in the room with no thermostat though. The staff were fabulous - nice and friendly in the bar restaurant and housekeeping.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jan 2026
Lynn
Too hot at night instructions to adjust would have handy, room was nice and clean though. We were staying as we were attending a party and the food was delicious, sadly I couldn’t say the same for the bacon on the breakfast it was not cooked through the rashers were still folded in half as they come in the packet. We had a two night stay but sadly will not be booking again
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
SEAMUS
Staff very helpful and considerate.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jan 2026
Lucy
This hotel looks great and has a cat which is nice. However, the noise that comes from the plumbing, gym and other rooms is quite substantial. I didn’t get the best sleep.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2026
Angela
The room was spotless, all staff were very friendly and helpful
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2026
Richard
Staff are great and really make you feel welcome. Even though the menu was limited the evening meal was very good and the breakfast buffet tasted very fresh and lots of variety, though I would like to have seen potted yogurts more than just the plain variety in a bowl. The room was very clean and had a great shower, though slightly dated it’s a great place to stay in lovely grounds
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Dec 2025
Julie
Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Comfy beds.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Zahran
Staff were excellent and the building is beautiful. I have a young toddler and they really took care of us and made us feel welcome
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Stephen
A very comfortable hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Elizabeth
Very
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2025
Chris
The staff were excellent.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2025
Salvatore
Good
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Katie
A beautiful hotel in lovely grounds. Staff were absolutely wonderful and so kind and helpful. Delicious meal and breakfast. And a great room with lots of space.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2025
Carol
Good stay
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Nov 2025
Andrew
Free parking. Plenty of space to walk your dog. Friendly staff on check in. It is a bit of town but that does mean it's quiet.
8/10
Excellent
11 Nov 2025
Andrea
Nice choice of breakfast, staff efficient and friendly. Room a bit dated and lights didnt work properly. Bathroom needed modernisation
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
Donna
Absolutely beautiful
Staff were amazing helpful friendly and so nice
Room was spacious clean and comfortable
Food was brilliant.
Again stayed in alot of places and never had such accommodating and really friendly staff.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2025
John
Friendly staff, interesting building.
Business
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2025
James
Good size room. Large bath plenty of hot water…
BUT NO USB CHARGING SOCKETS ANYWHERE!! found that very frustrating!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Dennis
My first time at this venue and on arrival I got a good feeling. Everything was exceptional and I told more than one member of staff. I heard other guests doing the same. It is rare these days to experience this level of service & attention to detail in the UK. I am truly looking forward to going back in November. a five star venue.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2025
David
Nice and quiet but loads of stairs and dissapointed in that Im 81 next Jovember and we were on top floor four floors up!!!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2025
Ken

Reveiw

Professional, pleasant staff very helpful
Lovely clean room
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Oct 2025
Colin
Nice location
Business
6/10
Pleasant
19 Oct 2025
Malo
The food in general was poor quality
Business
4/10
Poor
18 Oct 2025
Ben
Room was poor for facilities and didn’t look like it does on the pictures.
4/10
Poor
15 Oct 2025
Magaret

Avoid!

Hotel is very tired. Bedrooms definitely in need of a refurb! Evening meal was awful. Avoid the salmon obviously all microwaved. I expect more from a hotel especially at £230 for bed, breakfast and evening meal on a Tuesday. Your local Wetherspoons will offer better quality food. We gave breakfast a miss and opted for a McMuffin down the road. A coach arrived when we were there so and assuming it’s a hotel used for coach breaks to Cheltenham or the Cotswolds. In all honest I would recommend you avoid. We will not be returning.
8/10
Excellent
14 Oct 2025
Michael
Not applicable
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Susan
The food was impeccable. All the staff were so helpful, even helping my old dad to use the small lift as he couldn’t walk upstairs.
Would highly recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
Julie

Beautiful stay,

Weekend visit, comfortable bed and pillows, lovely surroundings, but the lady on reception on friday/ Saturday was so welcoming, went above and beyond, what an embasadore for your hotel.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Sep 2025
Andy
Nice hotel but could do with a lick of paint here and there we had a privilege room but looked nothing like what was o. The photos
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2025
Tracy
The hotel and staff were fabulous. The food was delicious and our room couldn’t have been cleaner, but we were above the foyer toilet and had to endure every flush, hand wash and hand dryer - which got annoying. We’d definitely stay again but would ensure it was in a different room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Steve

As great as ever.

Beautiful location, friendly service, clean and wonderful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2025
Sonia
We had an amazing weekend as our daughter got married here, staff were attentive and so helpful. The breakfast was really good with loads of choices, the only negative was that the rooms were so hot but they did provide a fan (no aircon)
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Gracie
Breakfast was first rate, large choice and high quality.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
Sharon
Nice hotel, close to the M5 to break a long trip but in a quiet location.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2025
Geoffrey
Lovely place
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

My review

Hotel was lovely, the bathroom wasn't particularly clean and the room felt quite dull, but staff and food were excellent
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2025
Peter
E njoyed the building and gardens.
The breakfast was a delight. All the cereals, fruit the lot. Pkus the amazkng cooked breakfast to die for..great alround.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Helen
We stayed for a birthday celebration in one of the pods which was lovely. Nice hotel with lovely staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2025
Victoria
This is our 3rd stay at this hotel we love it here staff are friendly polite and helpful lovely seating areas. Lovely and quiet ! Amazing air con in the room especially with the heat over last weekend!!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2025
Adewale
The hotel is in a very attractive location and it looks good from the outside. However it does not have a lift and has no air conditioning. This made my stay very unvlcomfortable.
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Andrew
Nice location, good amenities and area for walking dog. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Leisure Pet
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2025
Mary
the hotel, while not the most updated, was nice, well run, and on beautiful grounds.

No AC or elevators, but accommodating staff and nice restaurant and bar options.

there were two proms on the property back to back which we did not get a heads up about… it made parking very difficult which was not ideal after coming back from a day trip.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2025
Barry
staff very helpful
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2025
robert

Food needs more care

Good selection of food for breakfast, would have been even better if it was hot, instead of just warm.
In all probability I will not return
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2025
robert

No chicken, no charge

Evening meal a little disappointing.
Missing chicken from a chicken dish. The cook forgot to put it on the plate.
Staff most embarrassed
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2025
Michael
Great location in a peaceful area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2025
Martin
All the staff were amazing, attentive and very helpful.
Breakfast was wonderful
The decor is dated paintwork and carpets.
The window in the room is dirty
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2025
Hannah
Great place! Would definitely go again. Overall, could do with a deeper clean in the room, but the bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was nice, enjoyed having a bath!
Wish I'd known in advance there was no lift though, as it was a struggle with such a large suitcase lol.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2025
Mavis
We were very happy with the hotel For us the only negative was the hard bed. Unfortunately that means we are unlikely to stay there again
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2025
Stuart

Great stay

Lovely place great staff, single track country lanes too get too it from M5
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
21 May 2025
Richard

Nightmare at Bowden

The rooms allocated were on the top floor. There is no lift and we are both in our 70s and disabled. The staff changed the rooms, but one was over the kitchen, and the other next to what appeared to be a 747 jet testing area. I had to ask to be moved again in the middle of the night.
Self
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2025
Brendan
Very nice stay ,place a little tired but good comfortable bed and great bath.
Didnt eat but drinks were reasonable prices.
Beautiful location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
Anthony
Very comfortable hotel with friendly staff
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
18 May 2025
Lucy

Good but not amazing

A nice looking hotel but a bit tired and dated in places - especially the bathroom in our room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
S K
Had a lovely stay. Service by all staff was warm and professional. Hotel is beautiful and breakfast was fabulous. Lots of choice and in a beautiful restaurant.
Would definitely stay again. Please thank the staff for me.
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2025
Sandip

Reallly enjoyed the stay, the staff made it

All the staff were so professional and warm welcoming, everyone from the receptionist's, to the bar staff, cleaners and breakfast attendants. The hotel could do with a bit off a renovation for better bathroom facilities
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 May 2025
A

Happy to recommend

One night stay with work. Old country house grade 2 listed and worth a look in itself. Nicely converted to a hotel, good facilities and great staff.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2025
Wei
Not in city center, but quite quiet and nice place to stay, for family or seniors maybe very good
6/10
Pleasant
05 May 2025
Robert

Rob Ward

This hotel is ok, but in need of refurbishment, it is looking aged. No lifts made access to upper floors difficult
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2025
Daniel
Quality service and very nice hotel
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2025
Eric
Had a very nice stay with friends in this hotel on a B&B basis. The hotel was a good nightly rate and close to Gloucester so was a good choice for us. The property was clean and welcoming but looked a little tired around the edges and in need of a little updating, although it was nice and clean and the staff friendly. Our room was comfortable with clean and fresh linen, the bathroom also clean with fresh towels.
Breakfast was very nice with a good choice which was on a buffet style. Very nice bread for toast and eggs could be prepared by request if you wanted them different from the fried supplied on the full English buffet bar. The staff at breakfast time were excellent and nothing was too much trouble for them and you were always welcomed to the breakfast room with a friendly smile.
I would happily stay at this hotel again if I was visiting the area.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
17 Apr 2025
Paul
Lovely building in nice setting. Room was old fashioned but spacious and clean. The staff were very good although check in is a slightly wierd set up and our room wasnt ready until shortly after 3pm.
Overall lots to like with one big BUT,
I paid £17/50 for the worst fish n chips ive ever had, and thats a lot of fish n chips!! Fish was awful, chips were not chips but fries and the mushy peas were countable in quantity, truly awful meal.
I probably wont go again but as i say there were good aspects
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Good hotel with lovely grounds & excellent staff.

Hotel is in a very good location. An old manor house. The inside of the premises looked like it was refurbished but the outside is in need of TLC & a very good clean. The grounds are lovely. Our bedroom was good apart from tea cups that were not washed. Over all a very nice stay. Good breakfast with plenty of choices. Dinner was good too. Excellent staff with very good customer service. We will visit again if in the area.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2025
Steve

Nice weekend stopover

Very enjoyable stay after a day’s cycling. Ate in the bar at night - food was fine but not outstanding - service excellent. Breakfast on the other hand was very good indeed.

Hotel has a strange layout in that there are no lifts - to get to our room you had to go up approx 15 steps, walk along a corridor, then descend another staircase - very strange and not too welcoming after 4 hours on a bicycle !!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2025
Kitty
As discribed
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2025
Trevor
We had a great one night stay in the hotel and the room was excellent. We had a lovely meal in the restaurant. Our only disappointment was there was no 4G available and the WI-FI didn’t work in the bedroom.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Mar 2025
Lesley Anne
We had a room on the 4th floor standard room, the curtains near the wall had mould on them. The bathroom was very retro in decor. pillows need replacing. Bed was fine. Overall outside looked nice.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
Great grounds and pleasant facilities. Large rooms with dog friendly access. Room provided was a little tired but very comfy. Great breakfast anf lovely staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
We were checked in by the friendliest receptionist EVER! So helpful & really made us feel relaxed. The hotel is easy to park at & the rooms were a good size & peaceful.
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
01 Mar 2025
Amanda

Lovely venue, shame about the cleanliness

The hotel was in a great location and look amazing, the staff were friendly and everything was going well, until we entered the room, the cleanliness was subpar to say the least, the bathroom was the worst, there was mildew and dirt that had been there for sometime as you can see from the pictures.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Christina
Very nice hotel very comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Verified traveler

Great get away.

The staff were so friendly and helpful. The room was lovely and spacious, lots of choices for diners. Breakfast was buffet style, very varied and the view from the dining windows looked over the grounds. All in all, an enjoyable stay and would definitely recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2025
Mark
Lovely hotel and setting
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2025
Sarah
Lovely evening meal that was good value. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We accidentally set fire to a breakfast pastry and they were so understanding about it! Many thanks for a great stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Sharron
The room was very comfortable and the staff are lovely.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jan 2025
Ana
We booked 2 rooms for one night as it was a great location for visiting Gloucester and Cheltenham. The rooms were comfortable but looking a little run down. The staff was very friendly, breakfast was good and quiet location.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2025
Samantha

Stay at Bowden Hall Hotel

Staff were polite and friendly, hotel had a bit of a tired feel in places, dust behind, radiator in bathroom, toilets near reception not overly keen, cups in room for tea and coffee but no teaspoons
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2025
Benjamin
Nice hotel and location. Good breakfast and bar food was tasty. Seems popular with dog owners, so just something to take note of.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2025
David

Nice hotel

Character hotel bordering miles of countryside. Comfortable large bed on top floor, with good breakfast. had already eaten on arrival so cannot comment on evening meal. Top floor room did have sloping ceiling, but no issue. Plenty of free parking and lovely quiet setting.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2025
Michelle

New years eve

Had a lovely stay for the new year. Staff were brilliant but this hotel is in need of some updating. We had a superior suite but the bathroom was in need of updating and the carpet in the bedroom had stains all over it. We probably wouldn’t stay again for these reasons. The New Year’s Eve party was excellent and the staff were great.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Dec 2024
Les
Very good staff but to many dogs in the hotel barking at night when the owners go for food leaving dogs in the rooms and at breakfast will not return to the hotel
Leisure Partner

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Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
Bondend Lane Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, United Kingdom

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