The Thatch Inn is just 3 miles from Gloucester and 5 minutes' drive off the M5 motorway. Offering free WiFi, free private parking and en-suite rooms with smart TVs. The original “Little Thatch” was built in 1351 and, is one of the oldest buildings in Gloucestershire. The bar is situated in the old original building and still retains original features. Delivering fresh and confident food, sourced from local suppliers. The team prepare a diverse event menu ranging from light bites to British classics. The Thatch serves lunch every day and evening meals ever are available nightly except Sundays. Gloucester Quays and Docks are within a 5-minute drive from the hotel providing shopping, cinema and dining options. The bus stop opposite the hotel provides regular transport to Gloucester City Centre. From the bus station, guests can arrange transport to Cheltenham and the Cotswolds or the Forest of Dean.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location for m5. Breakfast good. Prompt service.
  • Liza
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Close to the heart of the Cotswolds, and Gloucester, nice restaurant on site. Plenty of parking. Good breakfast
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Welcoming staff, clean room, nice en-suite shower room, very comfy bed ( best sleep we've had in a hotel). Easy parking., Nice atmosphere in the bar / restaurant. Shops a few hundred yards down the road. Bus stop to town just across the road...
  • Bernadette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was very good lots of options to choose from.only there for 1 night and would definitely go back and cost was very good .
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It had character, some lovely corners and comfy places to sit. The breakfast and evening meal were great.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff exceptionally friendly...Bar so cosy...Lunch was fantastic had a hot gluten free French style sandwich wow.....Room was very clean and comfortable....Breakfast was the best I've had at any accommodation
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were very polite and attentive, the evening meal was great, the room was very clean and breakfast was a very welcome addition
  • Jackie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The food was excellent Staff were friendly and helpful
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were great. Restaurant excellent. Room clean, compact and very comfortable. Going back in 2025.
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice clean room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly helpful staff

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Thatch Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Thatch Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please ensure tables for breakfast and dinner are booked via our website prior to arrival.

Please note that car parking is available. However, any vehicle larger than a standard transit van will require alternative parking arrangements.

FAQs about The Thatch Inn

  • Guests staying at The Thatch Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Room options at The Thatch Inn include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Single
  • The prices at The Thatch Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Thatch Inn is 2.9 miles from the centre of Gloucester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Thatch Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at The Thatch Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Thatch Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1