The Howard Arms

Luxury inn in Shipston on Stour with restaurant and bar/lounge

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March 2026
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April 2026
Nestled near Hidcote Manor Garden, The Howard Arms offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, a charming garden and inviting terrace. Relax in the playground or connect to WiFi while exploring local attractions like nearby barbecue grills. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$150 nightly
$181 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Garden luxury in the park
This inn offers a tranquil garden setting within a picturesque regional park. Luxury amenities and natural surroundings create a refined escape.
Delicious dining options
A restaurant and a bar provide tasty culinary experiences. This inn also treats guests to a free full breakfast each morning.

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
Double or Twin Room (The Country Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double or Twin Room (The Country Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Country Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Country Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Double Room (The Village Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double Room (The Village Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Village Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Village Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo

Double Room (The Village Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Double Room (The Old Beams) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double Room (The Old Beams) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Old Beams) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Old Beams) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room (The Old Beams)

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Double or Twin Room (The Study) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double or Twin Room (The Study) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Study) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Study) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Double Room (The Oak Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double Room (The Oak Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Oak Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double Room (The Oak Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room (The Oak Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels, soap, shampoo
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston on Stour, England, CV36 4LT

What's nearby

  • The Church of St Peter - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cotswold Way - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • St James’ - 12 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 47 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 51 min drive
  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Station - 20 min drive
  • Wilmcote Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Super Straight Audi Fan Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Eight Bells Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Howard Arms

The Howard Arms puts you within a 15-minute drive of Hidcote Manor Garden and Charlecote Park. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this luxurious inn include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Howard Arms Inn Ilmington
Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour
Howard Arms Ilmington
Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn
The Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour

Frequently asked questions

Does The Howard Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Howard Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Howard Arms?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Howard Arms?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Howard Arms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Howard Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Howard Arms and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Howard Arms?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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The Howard Arms Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, generous, and one of the best at a B&B. (12 reviews)
  • The dining room serves delicious food, and the pub offers a cozy atmosphere with a great selection of options. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, friendly staff and great food.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and rooms, excellent breakfast, super friendly staff, highly recommend!
Jack, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff.
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Howard Arms is lovely and our room was superb.
Victor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short break.

Excellent location, accommodation restaurant and staff.
james, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay highly recommended.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful night away

A wonderful night away in an amazing hotel, we will definitely return. Great staff, beautiful pub/restaurant & gardens. Amazing bedroom, very comfortable bed & extremely clean - 5 stars!!🌟
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Highly recommended place to stay very clean with great food and service
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tucked in a quiet village yet close to many other Cotswold experiences we loved our stay here. Rooms are spacious and comfy, staff are friendly and helpful and it was nice to come home to the pub and restaurant after a long day of exploring.
MarilynBill, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places we have stayed in, friendly helpful staff, calm atmosphere and excellent food
Nikki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Lovely stay would recommend to anyone
Adam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A very enjoyable stay

A very pleasant stay - good room, good bed, good dinner, good breakfast.

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location and an excellent room. Great food as well.
Trevor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Top quality food, accommodation and service
Robin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely 2 night stay , stayed in the summer room which we could not fault . Service in the pub area very good and ate the first night in the pub restaurant which again was great .
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful welcome, fabulous food. Accommodation super and comfy.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

From check in to check out a great experience
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great pub for a short break

An excellent place to stay. Lovely room with really friendly service from the staff. Had a really good breakfast. Good location to explore the Cotswolds. Looking forward to staying again.
Trevor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely inn in the Cotswolds and close driving distance to many other little towns. Everyone was very friendly and hospitable and the rooms were just as depicted. Would definitely recommend!
Natalia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Really enjoyable 3 day stay at The Howard Arms. Would like to return
Carol, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem

Welcoming quainte English village hotel
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Service was great, people were friendly. Would recommend.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay and big bed

We had a wonderful stay in the little village. We really enjoyed the room, the friendly staff and the beautiful surroundings. The bed in our room was truly king size - and I must say it’s the best bed I have slept in on any trip I have been on. The breakfast was generous and delicious, and the staff always eager to help out.
Linn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay. Comfortable kind staff. Food and drinks were top notch. Very professional service and will definitely recommend!
Onur, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely

Great rooms, great staff, nothing was a bother
Sam, 1-night trip