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4- and 5-star hotels in Stoke-On-Trent
This shortlist covers the 4- and 5-star hotels in Stoke-On-Trent, from city-centre aparthotels to rural cottages and farm stays on the Staffordshire edge. It is for travellers deciding between a business night near the centre and a longer countryside break.
Staying in Stoke-On-Trent
The site lists 298 places to stay here, of which 2 are rated 5-star and 72 are rated 4-star, with an average guest score of 4 out of 5. That split decides who suits what. Couples and families wanting space, kitchens and gardens have Lucky Cottage, The Croft North Staffordshire, Fields Farm and the Potbank apartments; business travellers have the Courtyard by Marriott on University Avenue and the DoubleTree by Hilton at Etruria Hall, both with fitness centres and 24-hour front desks. For a short break, the Potbank addresses are the closest to the centre, while the guesthouses and B&Bs outer edge.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lucky Cottage
13 New Cottages Foxt, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star experience awaits at Lucky Cottage, situated in Stoke-On-Trent. Guests can enjoy a garden and a golf course, perfect for relaxation. This property offers amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen, catering to those seeking a premium getaway.
See Lucky CottageCourtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire
University Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereFor those looking for convenience, Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire, a 4-star option with a 4.5 guest rating, is located just 6.6 km from the centre. It provides business amenities such as a Business Center and complimentary Free Wifi, along with a Fitness Center.
See Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent StaffordshirePotbank
Spode Works Elenora Street, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePotbank occupies the former Spode Works on Elenora Street, about 1.4 km from the centre, so the city's pottery heritage is on the doorstep. Free Wifi and express check out keep a short break simple, and step-free access suits guests who need it. With 359 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, it draws couples and solo travellers who want an easygoing base close in.
See PotbankThe Croft North Staffordshire
14 Willowcroft Rise, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Croft North Staffordshire sits on Willowcroft Rise, 7.3 km out, and offers free car parking plus a garden and terrace for slower evenings. Families get room to spread out, with family rooms and a kitchen among the facilities, while guests can book a game of tennis or bowling without leaving. A 4.3 out of 5 rating across 2967 reviews reflects how many people have stayed.
See The Croft North StaffordshireDoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom
Etruria Hall Festival Way Etruria, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereDoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent occupies Etruria Hall on Festival Way, 2.4 km from the centre. An indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre mean you can swim or unwind without going out, and the restaurant and bar cover meals. A 24 hour front desk helps with late arrivals. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 944 reviews, it suits business guests and couples wanting full facilities.
See DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United KingdomThe Upper House
The Upper House, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Upper House is a country house-style stay 8.1 km from the centre, with free car parking and a garden for guests arriving by car. Rooms come with a balcony, and a restaurant plus lounge make it practical to eat and relax on site. It fits couples and families after a quieter setting with room service and a 24 hour front desk.
See The Upper HouseThe Beehive Guest House
Churnet View Road, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Beehive Guest House on Churnet View Road lies 16.3 km from the centre, well away from the busiest streets. Breakfast is served and there is free car parking plus a garden, and wheelchair access is available. A straightforward choice for drivers who want a rural-feeling base with the essentials covered.
See The Beehive Guest HouseMoorland View Farm B&B
Bromley Edge Lane Winkhill, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMoorland View Farm B&B on Bromley Edge Lane is 18.4 km out, a working-farm setting with a garden and free car parking. Bathrooms are private, rooms are non smoking, and free Wifi keeps you connected. Couples and families who prefer countryside quiet over city streets will find it suits them.
See Moorland View Farm B&BTrough Ivy House
Longshaw Lane Farleystaffordshire St10 3Bq, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTrough Ivy House sits on Longshaw Lane, 18.4 km from the centre, and serves breakfast in the room for a slow start. Guests park free of charge, and a garden gives somewhere to sit outdoors; special diets can be catered for. It appeals to couples and small groups wanting a peaceful countryside stay with their own transport.
See Trough Ivy HouseThe Manor Guesthouse
Watt Place, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Manor Guesthouse on Watt Place is 12.2 km from the centre and offers express check in, free car parking and a garden. Housekeeping, laundry service and family rooms make longer stays manageable, and special diets are provided for. Guests wanting a guesthouse base with practical services will find it fits.
See The Manor GuesthouseThe Lodge Bed And Breakfast
Red Hall Lane, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Lodge Bed And Breakfast on Red Hall Lane, 9.9 km from the centre, includes breakfast and has a restaurant plus conference hall, so it works for both leisure and work trips. Free car parking and lifts are available, and rooms are non smoking. It suits guests who want a cooked start before heading out.
See The Lodge Bed And BreakfastThe Laurels B&B
Star Bank Oakamoor, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
- Wifi
Why stay hereThe Laurels B&B on Star Bank in Oakamoor is 16.8 km from the centre, with Wifi and a TV in the room. It is a small, simple base for guests who plan to spend their days exploring the surrounding area and want somewhere quiet to return to.
See The Laurels B&BPotbank
Elenora Street, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis Potbank apartment address on Elenora Street is 1.3 km from the centre, putting the city within easy reach. Self-catering guests and longer-stay visitors get their own space rather than a hotel room.
See PotbankHippo's Rest
Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHippo's Rest lies 10.7 km from the centre and provides free car parking, a garage and a garden. A kitchen and washing machine make it work for longer self-catering stays, and rooms are non smoking. Guests travelling by car who want independence rather than hotel service are well served.
See Hippo's RestFields Farm
The Fields Farm Draycott Cross Cheadle, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFields Farm at Draycott Cross, 10.7 km from the centre, is a self-catering property with a kitchen including dishwasher and oven, plus a fireplace for colder evenings. A games room, jacuzzi and garden are on hand, and guests can go fishing or use the golf course nearby. Families and groups wanting space and leisure facilities will appreciate it.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 14.6 km |
| Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 6.6 km |
| Potbank | ★★★★ | – | – | 1.4 km |
| The Croft North Staffordshire | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 7.3 km |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| The Upper House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 8.1 km |
| The Beehive Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 16.3 km |
| Moorland View Farm B&B | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 18.4 km |
| Trough Ivy House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 18.4 km |
| The Manor Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 12.2 km |
| The Lodge Bed And Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 9.9 km |
| The Laurels B&B | ★★★★ | – | – | 16.8 km |
| Potbank | ★★★★ | – | – | 1.3 km |
| Hippo's Rest | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 10.7 km |
| Fields Farm | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 10.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Courtyard by Marriott and DoubleTree by Hilton both list family rooms, cots and restaurants, with indoor pool and sauna at the DoubleTree. The Croft North Staffordshire adds a kitchen, high chairs, games such as bowling and tennis, while the Potbank apartments on Elenora Street bring kitchenettes and family rooms close to the centre.
Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire · The Croft North Staffordshire · DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom · Potbank
For couples
Lucky Cottage is the only 5-star entry, a cottage with fireplace, garden and free parking at Foxt. Fields Farm pairs a fireplace and jacuzzi with a garden near Cheadle. The Upper House offers balconies, bathrobes and room service, and sits 8.1 km from the centre.
For business
The Courtyard by Marriott has a business centre, banquet space, express check-in and free wifi. The DoubleTree by Hilton adds a business centre, room service and 24-hour front desk at Etruria Hall. The Potbank on Elenora Street is 1.4 km from the centre with express check-out and free wifi.
Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire · DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom · Potbank
Closest to the centre
The two Potbank addresses are the nearest, at 1.3 km and 1.4 km, one with apartments, kitchens and a terrace. The DoubleTree by Hilton follows at 2.4 km. All three keep you within a short distance of the centre while offering 4-star facilities.
Potbank · Potbank · DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom
Where to stay in Stoke-On-Trent
Etruria
The DoubleTree by Hilton stands at Etruria Hall on Festival Way, 2.4 km from the centre. The hotel carries a fitness centre, indoor pool, sauna, restaurant and 24-hour front desk, so it works as a base that is near the centre without sitting in it.
Our picks here: DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom
University Avenue
The Courtyard by Marriott occupies University Avenue, 6.6 km from the centre. It is the most-reviewed 4-star name on this list with a 4.5 score from 404 reviews, and its facilities include a fitness centre, restaurant, bar, garden, parking and pets allowed.
Our picks here: Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The site notes live rates and lists 298 places to stay in Stoke-On-Trent across 2-star to 5-star categories, but it gives no transport, airport or station details. Use that search to check live rates for the dates you want and compare the addresses on this shortlist, from Elenora Street by the centre out to Foxt, Winkhill, Oakamoor and Cheadle. The Courtyard by Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton, Potbank and The Upper House all list parking, which matters if you plan to reach the outer cottages and farm stays.
When to go
The site gives no seasonal information for Stoke-On-Trent, and nothing in the hotel data points to particular months. The rural listings here, from Lucky Cottage at Foxt to Fields Farm near Cheadle and Trough Ivy House at Farley, rely on gardens, patios, picnic areas, fishing and golf, so the general Staffordshire pattern of longer daylight and milder weather matters more for those than for the city addresses. The site's own guidance is simply to sort by recent rates and then the best-reviewed rooms.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Stoke-On-Trent?
The Potbank apartment address on Elenora Street is nearest at 1.3 km, and the Potbank hotel on Spode Works Elenora Street follows at 1.4 km. The DoubleTree by Hilton at Etruria Hall is 2.4 km, ahead of the Courtyard by Marriott at 6.6 km.
Which hotels here have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Lucky Cottage, The Croft North Staffordshire, The Upper House, The Beehive Guest House, Moorland View Farm B&B, Trough Ivy House, The Manor Guesthouse, The Lodge Bed And Breakfast, Hippo's Rest and Fields Farm. The Courtyard by Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton and The Upper House list parking.
Are there hotels on this list that allow pets?
The Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire is the only hotel in this shortlist whose facilities include pets allowed. The other 4- and 5-star listings do not state a pet policy, so you should confirm directly with the hotel you choose.
Which hotels have a pool, sauna or jacuzzi?
The DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent United Kingdom lists an indoor pool and sauna, along with a fitness centre. Fields Farm lists a jacuzzi. No other hotel in this shortlist includes a pool, sauna or jacuzzi in its facilities.
Which is the best-rated hotel here?
The Courtyard by Marriott Stoke on Trent Staffordshire scores 4.5 out of 5 from 404 reviews, the highest of the rated hotels on this list. The Potbank on Spode Works Elenora Street is next at 4.4 from 359 reviews, followed by The Croft North Staffordshire and DoubleTree by Hilton at 4.3.
Which of these hotels suit families?
The Courtyard by Marriott and DoubleTree by Hilton both list family rooms, cots and on-site restaurants. The Croft North Staffordshire adds family rooms, high chairs, a kitchen and games such as bowling and tennis, and the Potbank apartments on Elenora Street have family rooms and kitchenettes near the centre.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at the Courtyard by Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton, The Beehive Guest House and The Lodge Bed And Breakfast. Breakfast in room is offered by the Courtyard by Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton, The Upper House and Trough Ivy House.
Which hotels are the quietest, most rural options?
Lucky Cottage at Foxt, 14.6 km from the centre, is the only 5-star entry and has a garden and fireplace. Moorland View Farm B&B at Winkhill and Trough Ivy House at Farley are both 18.4 km out, The Laurels B&B at Oakamoor is 16.8 km, and The Beehive Guest House is 16.3 km.