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4-star hotels in Shrewsbury
This shortlist covers 4-star hotels in Shrewsbury, from town-centre houses a few hundred metres from the castle to country manors and castles out in the Shropshire countryside. It is for travellers deciding where to base themselves for a short break, a couple's weekend or a family visit.
Staying in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury is a medieval town on the River Severn, known for its castle, its abbey and a streetscape of timber-framed buildings, and it is the birthplace of Charles Darwin. The Quarry, a riverside park with the Dingle garden, hosts events through the year, and markets and independent shops are part of the town's character. The compact centre is best explored on foot. The hotels here are spread from the historic core outwards. Draper's Hall on St.Mary's Place, Lion & Pheasant on Wyle Cop, St Nicholas Boutique Hotel on Castle Street, The Loopy Shrew on Bellstone and Prince Rupert Hotel on Butcher Row all sit within about half a kilometre of the centre. The Haughmond on Pelham Rd and Albright Hussey Manor and Albrighton Hall on Ellesmere Road are a few kilometres out, and Rowton Castle Hotel, Netley Hall and The Stiperstones Inn are further still.
Couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to the castle, abbey and restaurants are best served by the town-centre addresses. Families have family rooms at Albright Hussey Manor, St Nicholas Boutique Hotel, Mytton and Mermaid, Prince Rupert Hotel, Albrighton Hall and Abbey Court House, while business travellers may prefer the front desk, meeting room and parking at The Haughmond or the business centre and 24-hour front desk at Netley Hall. Those wanting countryside, spa or pool time look further out.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Rowton Castle Hotel
Halfway House, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRowton Castle Hotel occupies a countryside setting 11.2 km from the centre, with a garden, terrace and spa on site. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 907 reviews. Rooms come with bathrobes and slippers, and the restaurant handles special diets. Free parking and free wifi are included. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with spa facilities and are happy to drive in.
See Rowton Castle HotelThe Haughmond
Pelham Rd Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Haughmond sits 6.5 km from Shrewsbury's centre, with a garden, terrace and restaurant. A 24 hour front desk and luggage storage make arrivals easy, and free parking plus free wifi are provided. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 524 reviews. A meeting room and cafe add flexibility. Good for guests with a car who want a relaxed setting and straightforward service.
See The HaughmondDraper's Hall
10 St.Mary's Place, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDraper's Hall puts you 0.3 km from the centre on St.Mary's Place, so the town is on the doorstep. Guest rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 241 reviews. Bathrobes, a bath and an in-house restaurant make for an easy stay, and parking is available. It suits visitors who want a central Shrewsbury base with dining and bars under the same roof.
See Draper's HallLion & Pheasant Hotel
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereLion & Pheasant Hotel stands on Wyle Cop, 0.4 km from the centre, with a garden, terrace and lounge. The 24 hour front desk and luggage storage help with late arrivals, and room service is available. Free parking and free wifi are included. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 736 reviews. It suits guests who want bars, dining and a short walk into town.
See Lion & Pheasant HotelAlbright Hussey Manor
Ellesmere Road, Broad Oak, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAlbright Hussey Manor is 5.4 km from the centre on Ellesmere Road in Broad Oak, set in a garden with a picnic area. Pets are allowed, and there is horse back riding and a golf course for guests. Massage, a restaurant and 24 hour security are on site, along with free parking and free wifi. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 474 reviews.
See Albright Hussey ManorSt Nicholas Boutique Hotel
24 Castle Street, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSt Nicholas Boutique Hotel occupies 24 Castle Street, 0.5 km from the centre, with a garden and restaurant. Family rooms are available, and lifts, a 24 hour front desk and laundry service make stays practical. Free wifi and luggage storage are provided. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 119 reviews, it suits families and couples who want a central boutique base.
See St Nicholas Boutique HotelMytton and Mermaid Brunning and Price
Atcham, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereFamily rooms and wheelchair accessible facilities are available, and the restaurant and bars cover dining. Free parking and free wifi are included. It holds 4.4 out of 5 from 1933 reviews, one of the most reviewed options here.
See Mytton and Mermaid Brunning and PriceThe Loopy Shrew
15 17 Bellstone, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Loopy Shrew is 0.2 km from Bellstone, so the centre is a very short step away. It has a garden, restaurant and bars, with parking on site and free wifi. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1916 reviews, it fits guests who prioritise a central location and easy dining.
See The Loopy ShrewNetley Hall
Netley Hall Estate, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNetley Hall stands on the Netley Hall Estate, 10.7 km from the centre, with a garden and picnic area. Concierge service, a 24 hour front desk and luggage storage are provided, plus a restaurant and bars. Fishing is available for guests, and there is free parking and free wifi. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 162 reviews, it suits those wanting a rural estate base.
See Netley HallPrince Rupert Hotel
Butcher Row, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay herePrince Rupert Hotel is on Butcher Row, 0.2 km from the centre, with a lounge, games room and restaurant. Family rooms are offered, and 24 hour security, lifts and luggage storage keep things simple. Room service and a golf course are available, with parking on site. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 560 reviews, it suits guests who want a central address and hotel dining.
See Prince Rupert HotelAlbrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson Individuals
Ellesmere Road, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAlbrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson Individuals lies 5.7 km from the centre on Ellesmere Road. The spa, indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and fitness centre are the main draw, with massage available. Pets are allowed, family rooms are offered, and there is free parking and free wifi. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1706 reviews, it suits guests wanting leisure facilities on site.
See Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson IndividualsThe Stiperstones Inn
Snailbeach, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereThe Stiperstones Inn is in Snailbeach, 17.4 km from the centre, with a garden and restaurant. Free parking and free wifi are included, and there is a bar/lounge for drinks. With only 11 reviews, it holds a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5. It suits travellers seeking a quiet, remote base who do not mind the distance from Shrewsbury.
See The Stiperstones InnBarley Mow House
Aston Rogers ; Westbury Westburyshrewsburyshropshire Sy5 9Hq, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
Why stay hereBarley Mow House is 15.9 km from the centre near Aston Rogers and Westbury. Car parking is available on site. The data lists only this facility for the property. It suits guests looking for a simple, rural 4-star stop outside Shrewsbury who will be travelling by car.
See Barley Mow HouseAbbey Court House
134 Abbey Foregate Shrewsbury Sy2 6Au, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAbbey Court House is at 134 Abbey Foregate, 1.3 km from the centre, with family rooms and a reception area. It is a non-smoking hotel, pets are allowed, and there is free parking plus free internet access in the lounge. Luggage storage and a golf course are listed. It suits families and pet owners who want to be near the centre.
See Abbey Court HouseAnton Guest House B&B
1 Canon Street, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAnton Guest House B&B is on Canon Street, 1.3 km from the centre, with a garden and fireplace. Bathrobes and slippers are provided, along with free wifi and free parking. Special diets can be arranged, and there is luggage storage and laundry service. It suits guests who prefer a small guest house within walking distance of town.
See Anton Guest House B&B
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowton Castle Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 907 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 11.2 km |
| The Haughmond | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 524 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 6.5 km |
| Draper's Hall | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 241 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Lion & Pheasant Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 736 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Albright Hussey Manor | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 474 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.4 km |
| St Nicholas Boutique Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 119 | – | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Mytton and Mermaid Brunning and Price | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,933 | Yes | – | – | – | 5.9 km |
| The Loopy Shrew | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 1,916 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Netley Hall | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 162 | Yes | – | – | – | 10.7 km |
| Prince Rupert Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.1 | 560 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson Individuals | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 1,706 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.7 km |
| The Stiperstones Inn | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 11 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 17.4 km |
| Barley Mow House | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 15.9 km |
| Abbey Court House | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.3 km |
| Anton Guest House B&B | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 1.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For town-centre stays
These five are the closest to the middle of Shrewsbury: Draper's Hall at 0.3 km, The Loopy Shrew at 0.2 km, Prince Rupert Hotel at 0.2 km, Lion & Pheasant Hotel at 0.4 km and St Nicholas Boutique Hotel at 0.5 km. All offer free wifi, and the castle, abbey and riverside park are within easy walking distance.
Draper's Hall · Lion & Pheasant Hotel · St Nicholas Boutique Hotel · The Loopy Shrew · Prince Rupert Hotel
For families
Family rooms appear at Albright Hussey Manor, St Nicholas Boutique Hotel, Mytton and Mermaid, Prince Rupert Hotel, Albrighton Hall and Abbey Court House. Albrighton Hall and Albright Hussey Manor add gardens and free car parking, useful when travelling with children, while Abbey Court House allows pets.
Albright Hussey Manor · St Nicholas Boutique Hotel · Mytton and Mermaid Brunning and Price · Prince Rupert Hotel · Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson Individuals · Abbey Court House
For spa and pool
Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa has an indoor pool, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness centre and massage. Rowton Castle Hotel offers a spa set in its own grounds 11.2 km from the centre. Both are outside town, so they suit guests who want leisure facilities rather than a walking base.
Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa a member of Radisson Individuals · Rowton Castle Hotel
For the highest guest scores
Rowton Castle Hotel scores 4.8 from 907 reviews, The Haughmond 4.6 from 524, Draper's Hall 4.6 from 241 and St Nicholas Boutique Hotel 4.6 from 119.
Rowton Castle Hotel · The Haughmond · Draper's Hall · St Nicholas Boutique Hotel
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Shrewsbury?
The Loopy Shrew on Bellstone and Prince Rupert Hotel on Butcher Row are both 0.2 km from the centre, and Draper's Hall on St.Mary's Place is 0.3 km away. Lion & Pheasant Hotel and St Nicholas Boutique Hotel are also within 0.5 km.
Which hotels have free parking?
Rowton Castle Hotel, The Haughmond, Lion & Pheasant Hotel, Albright Hussey Manor, Mytton and Mermaid, Netley Hall, Albrighton Hall, The Stiperstones Inn, Abbey Court House and Anton Guest House B&B all list free car parking. Draper's Hall, The Loopy Shrew and Prince Rupert Hotel list parking.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa has an indoor pool, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness centre and massage. Rowton Castle Hotel lists a spa. No other hotel in this shortlist lists a pool.
Which hotels allow pets?
Albright Hussey Manor, Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa and Abbey Court House all list pets allowed. The other hotels in this shortlist do not list pets.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at Albright Hussey Manor, St Nicholas Boutique Hotel, Mytton and Mermaid, Prince Rupert Hotel, Albrighton Hall and Abbey Court House. Albright Hussey Manor and Albrighton Hall also have gardens and free car parking.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Rowton Castle Hotel has the highest score, 4.8 out of 5 from 907 reviews. The Stiperstones Inn rates 4.9 but from 11 reviews. The Haughmond, Draper's Hall and St Nicholas Boutique Hotel each score 4.6.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at The Haughmond, Albright Hussey Manor, St Nicholas Boutique Hotel and The Stiperstones Inn. Breakfast in room is offered at Lion & Pheasant Hotel, Albright Hussey Manor, Prince Rupert Hotel and Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa. The other hotels list restaurants or bars instead.
Which hotels suit business travellers?
Albright Hussey Manor lists a business centre, concierge, express check in and 24-hour front desk. Netley Hall also has a business centre. The Haughmond provides a meeting room, 24-hour front desk and free car parking.