About this property

On the outskirts of picturesque Gloucester and surrounded by acres of beautiful grounds, this elegant country house boasts modern rooms, a restaurant serving good food, and a bar. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout. The bedrooms at the Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall are stylish and they all have en suite facilities. A welcome tray with tea, coffee and biscuits awaits guests, as well as free toiletries. All rooms are accessible by stairs only. Bar and Brassiere by Bowden offers fine English food and wonderful views across the lawns and the lake. Guests can also relax with a drink at the elegant lounge or in the Club Bar. Only minutes from the M5, the hotel is also just 3 miles to Gloucester Quays Designer Shopping Outlet and Gloucester Cathedral. Local activities include Gloucester Golf Club & Gloucester Ski & Snowboard Centre.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Mercure
Hotel chain/brand
Mercure

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Colin
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful place to stay, good facilities and friendly staff.
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is really nice with a lovely outdoor area for when the weather is fine. In a quiet location with lovely grounds.
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff- customer service exemplary. The restaurant and menus both breakfast and dinner The room bed comfortable facilities in said room
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the hotel and grounds. Staff were friendly and helpful, the room was lovely. We had a meal there that was really nice, overall a really great place to stay
  • Ringo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable bed and room, nice staff, great breakfast, good bar, lovely building.
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was my partners birthday and we received an upgrade upon arrival and it was magnificent! He had had a rubbish day too so it really made the end of our evening together so much more special! Staff were amazing, friendly and the lady who was on...
  • Nolan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely building in excellent woodland location, good safe parking . Friendly staff.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are excellent , bed was comfy, breakfast was great
  • Danielle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning location beautiful scenery and friendly staff
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well maintained- relaxing and comfortable public areas: most enjoying views of lovely gardens . Staff were very very welcoming.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Bar & Brasserie at Bowden
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A credit card imprint will be required by the hotel at check-in as security for any extras taken during your stay.

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the hotel does not have an elevator. However, there is a platform lift up to the first floor suitable for wheelchairs only.

Please note that the same payment card used to make the booking must be presented upon check-in at the hotel.

This property may host on-site functions and some rooms may be affected by noise.