The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group
About this property
This 17th century coaching house is set in the quaint village of Stilton. With a history dating back to the 1500s, it offers charming accommodations with a stylish restaurant, bistro and cozy bar. Built around the old courtyard, rooms at The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group are individually furnished and include Sky TV, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities and an private bathroom with hairdryer. A full English breakfast is served and guests can enjoy locally sourced, seasonal cuisine in The Galleried Restaurant. Traditional British and international flavors are offered in The Bistro and The Village Bar. Renowned as the birthplace of stilton cheese, the village is steeped in history. Dick Turpin, the famous 18th century highwayman, is even said to have lodged at The Bell Inn. The property has free parking and good access to the A1. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Peterborough and 45 minutes’ drive from Cambridge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dianne
United Kingdom“Great stay - recomend the restaurant. Not the cheapest but very tasty - check out the stilton cheese sampler!” 
Tony United Kingdom“Breakfast was good and service very efficient. Food was varied and very good”- Charles
United States“We chose this location for our last night in Britain because it would be a reasonable drive the next morning to Heathrow Airport for our return flight home. We could not have been more impressed and surprised. Our room was beautiful and all the...” - Lisa United Kingdom“hand written note from house keeping. Nice touch! Food was fantastic. Breakfast was well presented.”
- Ben United Kingdom“The hotel went above and beyond with lots of little touches that made us feel welcome... hand written welcome notes from the staff, the radio on playing quiet relaxing music when we arrived after a long journey, it was just a wonderful atmosphere...”
- Powell United Kingdom“The lamps and radio were switched on (classical music) when I first entered the room which lent a pleasing and welcoming ambiance. Very comfortable bed with lovely soft pillows. Plenty of tea, coffee and biscuits supplied and lovely toiletries....”
- Ross
Netherlands“The rooms were beautiful, such a nice building. The staff were super helpful and lovely.” - Kim United States“The staff, room and restaurant are all excellent. This was our second time here and it was just as great as the first time. Definitely the place we will stay at the next time we are in the area!”
- John United Kingdom“Breakfast, Dinner and room were all excellent. The staff were very friendly and professional and made us feel very welcome.”
- Stephen United States“The Bell is a great place to meet friends for dinner, as we did. It offers a good menu of traditional English dishes, very well prepared, in a charming old coach stop building with much character. The staff is very helpful and unfailingly...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Bell Inn, Eatery & Coffee House
- CuisineBritish • International • European
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
Please be aware that the property is licensed for marriage ceremonies and should you be booking on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday there may be a wedding and evening reception taking place in the hotel. For your information, the 3 Garden Rooms are located well away from the function part of the hotel.
Children are allowed on request. Please contact the property if traveling with a child. Additional fees apply.
When booking more than 8 rooms, please note that different conditions may apply.
Pets are allowed in the classic rooms on request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.
The hotel does not take cash payments at the property.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
