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Located in the village of Didmarton in the Cotswolds, The King Arms offers free Wi-Fi, a bar, and an award-winning restaurant. This traditional 17th century inn offers homely rooms and charming self-catering cottages. Dating back to 1652, the rooms feature wood furnishings, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms have a hairdryer and complimentary Bramley bath and body products. The cottages feature a bright living area and a full equipped kitchen. Ironing supplies are available upon request. The King Arms serves seasonal British cuisine in the fine dining restaurant. Dishes are prepared using fresh, locally sourced produce where possible and the bar offers real ales. Didmarton is ideally located just 11 miles from Gatcombe Park and 10 minutes’ drive from the Badminton Horse Trials. The surrounding area is home to Westonbirt Arboretum and the historic Elizabethan house of Chavenage. The romantic Tudor manor house of Owlpen is a 20-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
7.8
High score for Didmarton

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    One of the most comfortable beds we have had in our travels. The weekday price was quite good. The food in the restaurant was good, and the service as well. We liked the location between Bath and Tetbury, and it was a perfect place to stop...
  • Chantal
    United States of America United States of America
    The room was super comfortable. They put us in the little cottage next to the parking and it was lovely. Staff was super friendly and the food was delicious
  • Joy
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful surroundings, rooms were very clean and comfortable
  • Pete
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location and facilities, staff and management excellent
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely staff and a wonderful breakfast. The room was great with lots of character. A really nice pub and I would definitely
  • Laurie
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the choices as well as the preparation. The food tasted great!
  • Rupert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Welcoming and helpful team, a good stay and a good location for a fair price. Supper very nice.
  • Shamama
    India India
    I loved the whole vibe of the property. The staff is the sweetest and helpful.
  • Inna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good room: warm, hot water, comfy bed Breakfast included (not sure if it's always an option) Hotel has free parking and we managed to find a place
  • Christine
    France France
    Things to like included the welcome from the manager, who was very attentive to our requests and comments, and the equally pleasant staff; the comfy warm bed and thick towels; the coffee; the breakfast; and the location near the National Arboretum!

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of The Kings Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Game room

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The Kings Arms does not accept payment made by American Express or Diners cards.

Please note that the bedding contains feathers.

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

FAQs about The Kings Arms

  • Guests staying at The Kings Arms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Gluten-free
  • Yes, The Kings Arms is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Kings Arms has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Check-in at The Kings Arms is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Kings Arms is 1,150 feet from the center of Didmarton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Kings Arms include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Chalet
  • The prices at The Kings Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Kings Arms offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Evening entertainment
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/Performance