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Mercure Shakespeare

Chapel Street Stratford-upon-Avon
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The hotel has a excellent location for visiting Stratford Upon Avon and the surrounding areas. (10/08 nn)

Very old tudor period building with an attractive gabled facade.

Flag stones on the floor and beamed ceilings. Adjacent to this is a large lounge with vast fireplaces dating from the 17th centur Read more

The hotel has a excellent location for visiting Stratford Upon Avon and the surrounding areas. (10/08 nn)

Very old tudor period building with an attractive gabled facade.

Flag stones on the floor and beamed ceilings. Adjacent to this is a large lounge with vast fireplaces dating from the 17th century. Medium in size.

This up-market hotel is situated at the heart of Stratford, not far from the River Avon. Within a few minutes walk, guests will reach the various places of interest, including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Shakespeare's birthplace. Birmingham airport is around. 40 km away.

Built in the 17th Century, this historical town hotel is spread over 3 floors and offers 73 rooms and 1 suite. Guests may make use of the foyer with 24-hour reception desk, a lift and a safe. Additionally, a bar, an à la carte restaurant, a conference room, a public Internet terminal as well as a car park is also offered. To complete the offer, room and laundry service are also offered.

A warm welcome to the Shakespeare Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon with its beautiful black and white gabled façade and its perfect location in the centre of Shakespeare's Stratford. An ideal location to explore the many quaint villages and houses in the surrounding area, or come for a relaxing weekend and enjoy the shops and theatres of Stratford. The Tudor façade and original stone floor in the hotel's reception suggest a style of wealthy living pre-dating the Bard himself. Over the years the Shakespeare has been a firm favorite with politicians, diplomats, business people and scholars alike. Subtle touches like open fires in the lounge during winter months and a traditional menu in the restaurant help create a wonderfully peaceful and friendly ambience.The hotel has 74 bedrooms, which has recently undergone a major refurbishment programmed, and now offers guests all the modern comforts in a traditional atmosphere. There are a number of feature rooms, which have four poster beds, king size beds and comfy lounge areas, which make the ideal addition for a romantic weekend away.The David Garrick Restaurant has a long-standing reputation for producing food of a high standard in the local area. Using the freshest local and seasonal ingredients, our chef and his team, create a weekly changing menu that mixes the traditional with a modern influence. The Quill bar is located at the front of the hotel and is cool in summer months and cozy in winter with log fires and old oak beams. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea, with delicious home made scones and clotted cream or indulge yourself in a more substantial tea with freshly cut sandwiches and wonderful, delicious cakes. During the evening it is the ideal location to meet friends for cocktails or choose a glass of wine of the endless wine list, before going through to dinner in the David Garrick restaurant. The Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is the perfect venue for a wedding with a difference, and is the ideal setting to celebrate your special day. Supremely elegant reception suites offer a choice of venues for weddings from 10 to 100 guests.There are six conference suites to cater for meetings for up to 100 people. All the meeting rooms have natural daylight and are ideal for the executive board meeting or a less formal get together. The oak panelled Cabinet room provides an attractive ambience to a board meeting. All main suites have air-conditioning.The ballroom at The Shakespeare can cater for banquets, private lunches and dinner dances from 40 up to 100 guests. With its original oak beams and traditional atmosphere, it lends character to any occasion.

The Shakespeare Hotel is a Tudor building so true to its origins that it holds the rare distinction of a Grade 1 listing for architectural and historical interest. And yet this atmospheric setting has been so beautifully appointed with modern conference facilities that it makes many custom-built venues seem outdated. Each of the 86 rooms is unique, named after a character from a Shakespeare play. Each room has satellite TV and CD players. Guests with children can also take advantage of our baby listening and baby sitting service. When you've had your fill of Shakespearean history, there are plenty of other attractions on offer. Cox's Yard is an interactive centre which will take you back in time to hear the legends and witness key events. Nearby, you'll find Warwick Castle, the finest medieval castle in England.

The hotel has a excellent location for visiting Stratford Upon Avon and the surrounding areas.

Some rooms are very traditional and some have four poster beds. They have log fires with low beamed ceilings and creaky floor boards.The other rooms are housed in a more modern block . All the rooms are medium in size and are of a good decor.

This is a beautiful restaurant with excellent reputation. The style is very traditional and in keeping with the rest of the hotel.

Flag stones on the floor and beamed ceilings. Adjacent to this is a large lounge with vast fireplaces dating from the 17th century. Medium in size.


Features

Hotel Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • 24h check-in
  • American Express
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Car park
  • Central Location
  • Conference Room
  • Dinner à la carte
  • Early check-in
  • Hairdryer in Rooms
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry/Valet
  • Lifts
  • Lunch à la carte
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non Smoking Rooms
  • Parking
  • Public Internet
  • Restaurant
  • Restaurant -s
  • Room Service
  • Single rooms
  • Total number of rooms
  • Visa
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • 24 Hour Security
  • 24h. Reception
  • Bar-s
  • Business Services
  • Car parking (Payable to hotel, if applicable)
  • City hotel
  • Diners Club
  • Double / twin rooms
  • Elevator(s)
  • Historic hotel
  • Last renovated
  • Laundry service
  • Lift-s
  • Lobby
  • MasterCard
  • Mobile phone network
  • Number of floors (main building)
  • Porterage
  • Reception area
  • Restaurant - non-smoking area
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Safe
  • Suites
  • TV in Rooms
  • Wedding services
  • Year of construction

Room Amenities

  • Air Condition
  • Automatic wake-up call
  • Cable TV
  • Central heating
  • Coffee/Tea Making Facilities
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Minibar
  • Radio
  • Satellite television
  • Trouser press
  • Wake-Up Service
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathroom
  • Carpeted
  • Clock-Radio
  • Direct dial phone
  • Disabled Access
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet Access
  • Mini bar
  • Private Bath
  • Satellite / cable TV
  • Television
  • Voltage

Room Information

The comfortable rooms come with a bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, a radio, a minibar/ fridge, an Internet connection, partial tiling and carpeting and central heating.

Additional Information

Number of Rooms: 73

Location

This hotel has perfect location in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon.

This up-market hotel is situated at the heart of Stratford, not far from the River Avon. Within a few minutes walk, guests will reach the various places of interest, including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Shakespeare's birthplace. Birmingham airport is around. 40 km away.

This hotel is situated on emile from Stratford Upon Avon

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