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4-star hotels in Stafford
A shortlist of 4-star hotels and serviced apartments in Stafford, selected for quality and location. It suits couples, families and business travellers who want everything from a town-centre hotel with a restaurant to a self-catering cottage in the surrounding countryside.
Staying in Stafford
Stafford is a town in the English Midlands, with a 4-star hotel and apartment offering spread from the town centre out to the surrounding villages. The town-centre addresses are 45 Greengate Street, 140 Newport Road, Friars Road, Holmcroft Road and Coley Lane, all within 0.5 to 1.8 km of the centre, while Weston Bank, Lower Penkridge Road, Watling Street, Drointon and Slindon sit 5.4 to 13.5 km out. That spread shapes who each place suits. Couples and short-break visitors do best with The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire at 45 Greengate Street, 0.5 km from the centre, with bars, a restaurant, room service and pets allowed, or with the serviced apartments at Friars House and Cross Court, 0.7 and 1.8 km out, which have kitchens for longer stays. Business travellers will value the 24 Hour Front Desk and free parking found at Weston Hall, The Swan Hotel and The Moat House. Families have Family rooms at Weston Hall, The Swan Hotel, Spread Eagle Gailey and The Moat House, while Cross Court and Friars House also list Family rooms. Anyone wanting a quiet base with a garden and kitchen should look at the cottages and farm stays further out, such as Slindon House Farm, Woodland Cottage and Upper Barn.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Weston Hall
Weston Bank, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Weston Hall offers extensive amenities such as free Wifi and free car parking, ideal for guests wanting comfort during their stay. Enjoy a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1730 reviews.
See Weston HallThe Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire
45 Greengate Street, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereDiscover comfort at The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire, which features a 24 Hour Front Desk, Free Wifi, and a Terrace. This 4-star establishment has received a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5.
See The Swan Hotel Stafford StaffordshireSpread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns
Watling Street, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereFor travelers needing specific room options, Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns provides family rooms and free car parking, with a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5.
See Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's InnsThe Moat House
Lower Penkridge Road Acton Trussell Stafford England St17 0Rj, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereFor a stay at The Moat House, enjoy facilities like the Garden, Free Wifi, and a 24 Hour Front Desk. Located 6.0 km from the centre, this 4-star option includes a Restaurant(s) and Room Service.
See The Moat HouseSlindon House Farm
Slindon Eccleshall, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSlindon House Farm, a 4-star property, provides amenities such as a Bar/Lounge, Free Wifi, and free car parking, suitable for a more secluded stay 13.5 km from the centre.
See Slindon House FarmWoodland Cottage
Stafford St21 6Ha United Kingdom Stafford, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWoodland Cottage offers guests the convenience of a kitchen, garden, and pets allowed, situated 15.5 km from the city centre, in this 4-star lodging.
See Woodland Cottage5 Coley Lane
5 Coley Lane Little Haywood, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWith a garden, golf course, and free car parking, 5 Coley Lane presents a 4-star option within 8.3 km of central attractions, accommodating pets.
See 5 Coley LaneSparrow Uk30747
Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSparrow Uk30747 provides essential comforts like a kitchen, garden, and free car parking, making it a viable 4-star choice just 7.9 km from the centre.
See Sparrow Uk30747Upper Barn
Drointon, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereEnjoy the charm of Upper Barn, which boasts a fireplace, garden, and golf course, offering a 4-star experience 10.5 km from Stafford.
See Upper BarnCross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments
Cross Court Holmcroft Road, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments suits families and longer stays: each apartment has its own kitchen and kitchenette, plus a washing machine and laundry service, so you can settle in rather than live out of a suitcase. Bathrooms come with a bath, shower and toiletries, and non-smoking rooms and a safe are standard. Free Wifi and free car parking are included. The address on Holmcroft Road sits 1.8 km from the centre, close enough to reach easily while keeping a quieter base.
See Cross Court Stafford by Bell ApartmentsStafford Apartments
140 Newport Road, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereStafford Apartments is a 4-star option within 0.7 km of the centre, offering guests access to a kitchen, Free Wifi, and a washing machine.
See Stafford ApartmentsAlmost Heaven
5 Top Road, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAlmost Heaven, situated 5.6km from the centre, caters to various interests with facilities such as a games room, garden, and opportunities for horse back riding.
See Almost HeavenFriars House Stafford by Bell Apartments
Friars House 29 Friars Road, Stafford, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFriars House Stafford by Bell Apartments provides guests with apartments featuring a Kitchenette, Free car parking, and Free Wifi, conveniently located at 0.7 km to the centre.
See Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Hall | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 5.4 km |
| The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 13.0 km |
| The Moat House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 6.0 km |
| Slindon House Farm | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 13.5 km |
| Woodland Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 15.5 km |
| 5 Coley Lane | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 8.3 km |
| Sparrow Uk30747 | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 7.9 km |
| Upper Barn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 10.5 km |
| Cross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Stafford Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Almost Heaven | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 5.6 km |
| Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These places list Family rooms: Weston Hall on Weston Bank, The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire at 45 Greengate Street, Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns on Watling Street, The Moat House on Lower Penkridge Road, and the apartments Cross Court Stafford and Friars House Stafford, both by Bell Apartments. The apartments add kitchens and washing machines, useful with children.
Weston Hall · The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire · Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns · The Moat House · Cross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments · Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments
For town centre
The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire is 0.5 km from the centre on 45 Greengate Street. Stafford Apartments on 140 Newport Road is 0.7 km out, and Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments on Friars Road is also 0.7 km.
The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire · Stafford Apartments · Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments
For pets
Five places say Pets allowed. The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire is the town-centre option, at 45 Greengate Street, 0.5 km from the centre. The others are countryside stays with gardens: Woodland Cottage, 5 Coley Lane in Little Haywood, Sparrow Uk30747 and Upper Barn in Drointon, which also has a fireplace.
The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire · Woodland Cottage · 5 Coley Lane · Sparrow Uk30747 · Upper Barn
For self-catering
Cottages and apartments here come with a kitchen, and most add a dishwasher, oven, refrigerator and washing machine.
Woodland Cottage · 5 Coley Lane · Sparrow Uk30747 · Upper Barn · Cross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments · Stafford Apartments
Where to stay in Stafford
Weston Bank
Weston Hall sits 5.4 km from Stafford's centre, with a garden, terrace, picnic area and a restaurant, and a 24 Hour Front Desk. It is the highest-rated place on this shortlist at 4.5 out of 5 from 1730 reviews, and it offers Family rooms and free parking.
Our picks here: Weston Hall
Lower Penkridge Road, Acton Trussell
The Moat House, 6.0 km from the centre, has a garden, bars, a restaurant, room service and free parking. Family rooms are available, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible. Its 24 Hour Front Desk and laundry service suit a longer stay outside town.
Our picks here: The Moat House
Watling Street
Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns on Watling Street is 13.0 km from Stafford's centre. It has a garden, bars and free parking, plus Family rooms and air conditioning. The 4.4 out of 5 rating comes from 152 reviews, so it is a quieter, more out-of-town choice.
Our picks here: Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Weston Hall, The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire, Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns, The Moat House, Slindon House Farm, 5 Coley Lane, Sparrow Uk30747 and Upper Barn, plus the Cross Court Stafford and Friars House Stafford apartments.
Can I bring a pet?
Pets are allowed at The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire on 45 Greengate Street, Woodland Cottage, 5 Coley Lane in Little Haywood, Sparrow Uk30747 and Upper Barn. The last four are countryside stays with gardens.
Which place is closest to Stafford centre?
The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire, at 45 Greengate Street, is 0.5 km from the centre. Stafford Apartments on 140 Newport Road and Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments on Friars Road are both 0.7 km out. Cross Court Stafford on Holmcroft Road is 1.8 km out.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Weston Hall on Weston Bank scores 4.5 out of 5 from 1730 reviews, the highest here. The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire is 4.4 from 1821 reviews and Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns is 4.4 from 152 reviews.
Where can families stay?
Family rooms are listed at Weston Hall, The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire, Spread Eagle Gailey by Marston's Inns, The Moat House, Cross Court Stafford by Bell Apartments and Friars House Stafford by Bell Apartments. The apartments add kitchens and washing machines.
Do any hotels have a restaurant?
Weston Hall, The Swan Hotel Stafford Staffordshire and The Moat House all list a restaurant, and Weston Hall and The Moat House also offer breakfast in room and room service. The Swan Hotel adds a lounge and 24 Hour Front Desk.
Are there kitchen facilities in any of these places?
Yes, the cottages and apartments have kitchens. Woodland Cottage, 5 Coley Lane, Sparrow Uk30747 and Upper Barn are cottages, while Cross Court Stafford, Stafford Apartments and Friars House Stafford are apartments, several with a dishwasher, oven and washing machine.