Hotel Indigo Stratford-Upon-Avon Review
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Here’s my full review of the beautiful Hotel Indigo in Stratford-Upon-Avon, which is part of IHG.
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Overview of Stratford-Upon-Avon
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There are so many reasons to visit historic Stratford-Upon-Avon. Located in the county of Warwickshire, the town is known for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare.
A great deal of effort has gone into preserving Stratford’s history, and as you explore you’ll encounter the house where Shakespeare was born, his school and his final place of residence - now called Shakespeare’s New Place.
A number of homes belonging to Shakespeare’s relatives have also been preserved, so make sure to check out Anne Hathaway’s cottage (Shakespeare’s wife), Hall’s Croft (where Shakespeare’s daughter and her husband lived) and Mary Arden’s Farm (where Shakespeare’s mother grew up).
When deciding where to stay, I highly recommend considering Hotel Indigo. This boutique hotel is partially based in a beautiful 16th century building, formerly known as the Falcon Hotel.
Having undergone a complete renovation in 2020, the hotel has stunning interiors throughout, with a modern feel that retains the historic nature of the property. You’ll find nods to Shakespeare everywhere, as well as a library and plenty cosy nooks to curl up in with a book.
We stayed in room 126, which is on the first floor in the main part of the building. The room was spotlessly clean with plenty of amenities tucked away in the large wardrobe. This included plenty of tea and coffee, packs of biscuits and a selection of complimentary drinks in the fridge.
I particularly loved the queen sized bed which, despite being made from two twin beds pushed together, was extraordinarily comfortable. I think it had some kind of mattress topper which I could feel my body sink into each night.
Also included but not pictured here is the large television opposite the bed, plus a wardrobe and chest of drawers which provided plenty of storage space.
The bathroom was pretty and compact, with a waterfall shower and good sized bath. The hotel provides Biology toiletries that are particularly nice, and I like that they have them in larger, refillable bottles instead of miniatures to save on plastic.
The rest of the hotel has lots of fantastic facilities…
Breakfast is taken in the Feasting Room, which is located on the ground floor next to the reception desk.
For a fee of £24 per person, guests can choose from a variety of dishes from the hot menu and whatever they like from the continental selection. There’s plenty to choose from in here and I left each morning feeling satisfied and ready for the day ahead.
Hot drinks including tea and coffee, as well as a selection of juices, are also included in the price.
Elsewhere, there are loads of places to hang out in the hotel. Pictured below is the coffee shop, which you’ll find towards the front of the property. An additional room provides plenty of space to relax, making it the ideal spot for reading a book, catching up with a friend or tapping away on your laptop.
A boutique hotel in Shakespeare’s homeland wouldn’t be complete without a well stocked library. With a smattering of comfy seating and windows that let in the gentle glow of morning sunlight, this is a serene space that you need to visit during your trip.
This hotel has lots of thoughtful touches, and I loved how sketches of local buildings was positioned across the shelves - an ode to the history of the local area. Of course, you’ll easily be able to spot a few titles here by the man himself.
When you’re ready for a bite to eat, head down to the Woodsman, which is the hotel’s onsite restaurant. Specialising in sustainable British food cooked over a wood fuelled fire, all of the meat is designed to be used ‘nose to tail’, ensuring that nothing is ever wasted.
The restaurant itself is super cosy, painted in dark colours and lit up with low, atmospheric lighting.
There’s even a separate bar area with it's own menu! Just take a seat by the open fire and settle into one of their comfy armchairs. It truly looks like something out of an English storybook.
Last but not least, don’t forget the courtyard - a large space that provides room to eat or relax outside. There’s lots of seating and a box full of blankets by reception to keep you warm during chilly evenings.
I even spotted an expansive barbecue setup here, which makes me wonder whether the hotel serves food out here in the summer.
I hope you have an amazing trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon! Book your stay a Hotel Indigo on Booking.com here.
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