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Cowley Manor Experimental

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Front of property
Meeting facility
Room, Terrace (Water Lily) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Guests at Cowley Manor Experimental enjoy lakeside views, relax at the C-Side Spa, and unwind by indoor/outdoor pools. The restaurant serves local cuisine, and a cozy fireplace awaits in the lobby. Multilingual staff and luggage storage available.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥53,887
￥64,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25

Room options

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Room (Alpaca) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Alpaca)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (Churn's River) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Junior Suite (Churn's River)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Cowley Manor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (Cowley Manor)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Treehouse | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Treehouse

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Petite Cowley) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Petite Cowley)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (St Mary) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (St Mary)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Swan Lake) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (Swan Lake)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Water Lily) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Water Lily)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Wildflower) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Wildflower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Terrace (Wildflower) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room, Terrace (Wildflower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Terrace (Water Lily) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room, Terrace (Water Lily)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite (Cowley Manor)

Grand Suite (Cowley Manor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Grand Suite (Cowley Manor)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
GL53 9NL, England, Cheltenham, Cowley

What's nearby

  • Cheltenham General Hospital - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • The Promenade - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • University of Gloucestershire - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 13 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Cheltenham Spa Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twelve Bells (Beefeater) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Clock Tower - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal George Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Birdlip - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cheese Rollers - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Cowley Manor Experimental

Upscale boutique hotel by the lake
Consider a stay at Cowley Manor Experimental and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy, or a body wrap at C-Side Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), wedding services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Cowley Manor Experimental feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

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9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 544 reviews
The price is ￥45,419
￥54,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 35 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1870
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 60.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 35 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 60.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Cowley Manor
Cowley Manor Cheltenham
Cowley Manor Hotel Cheltenham
Cowley Manor
Cowley Manor Experimental Hotel
Cowley Manor Experimental Cheltenham
Cowley Manor Experimental Hotel Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

Does Cowley Manor Experimental have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cowley Manor Experimental?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowley Manor Experimental on Nov 24, 2025 start from ￥53,887, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cowley Manor Experimental pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cowley Manor Experimental?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cowley Manor Experimental?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cowley Manor Experimental?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cowley Manor Experimental located?

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Crickley Hill Country Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cheltenham General Hospital and Cheltenham Playhouse. Walks With Hawks and Ronnie's Field are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cowley Manor Experimental Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 237 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully refurbished and food was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agustin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property for a retreat! The staff is amazingly helpful and great attention all the time. The areas you can have a walk around the property are beautiful. SPA, GYM and POOL are incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old English manor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

INCREDIBLE!

INCREDIBLE!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful place, very cool and trendy interiors, lovely spa.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALBERTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, like staying in a palace. The garden is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, Cowley Manor makes for a very good choice when experiencing Cotswolds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cowley Manor

Amazing hotel and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent experience. Great food and grounds. Heating in main building needs attention in public reception areas. No availability for spa treatments.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely experience at Cowley manor, shame the steam room wasn’t working. Had a room change due to noisy neighbours and the hotel were really accommodating. Breakfast options were great, beautiful grounds and very comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sisters spa Get away

Beautiful hotel in a lovely location. We were there for a spa and although the indoor pool was actually closed that day thankfully the weather was great and the outdoor pool lovely. Room was lovely with a great private terrace. Service in the restaurant & bar also very good. Autumn made us the best margarita and was so friendly like all the team. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Marija

Absolutely beautiful concept and interior as well as the nature in the area, but away food. My daughter got food poisoning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Over Priced, indenture

Over Priced, lacked character inside, poor staffing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rute

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Cowley manor

Overall it was a good hotel and good facilities. Although for a 5 star hotel it needs a bit of attention to detail, more staff training. For the 3 times I asked a bowl at breakfast the waiter had his finger inside it, amenities and mini bar in the room not replaced. The Spa is was clean and enjoyable place to be, although the staff member bearly noticed that we were coming in, for the type of hotel I would expect at least a free cup of tea. We would come back for sure, the restaurant food it was stunning and the head chef menu was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While I appreciate the interior design, plywood panels to our bedroom felt very cheap at this price point and at odds to the grandeur of the building. And while furniture throughout the property was all very modern, some furniture like the dining room tables were a case of form over function with large pedestals in the way of your feet. At 54 I was also one of the oldest guests with the modern interior clearly attracting a much younger audience including groups of friends. Staff were all very young too and inexperience was often on show. Overall, the property did not meet my own expectations for a refined 5 star getaway. Funnily enough, AI had been choosing all my hotels and did an amazing job. On this occasion it was chosen for proximity to the Cotswolds but AI highlighted that it way fall short in comparison to other properties we stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Experimental Group converted an existing luxury hotel. Modern Furniture was added - or old one modernised. In our room the old cupboard was painted and the doors covered with a new fabric. Bed, sofa, chairs and carpet were new. The bathroom was partial new - old shower, new sink, etc. The only downside was, that the room door was old (and a rather cheap addition in the 70s(?)) and did not close tightly. Breakfast was great and the staff always friendly and helpful. The Gardens are marvellous and the pool is very nice. If all this is worth the rather steep price, is up to you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool for family during specific hours and amazing rooms and grounds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haitong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a SPA hotel located in a quiet countryside. The staffs are friendly and helpful. The reception lady was nice to show us around after check-in. The down side was the dinner at the hotel restaurant which was not many choices from the manual and Bar. And the taste of the food was so so.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooi hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rittu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was accommodated for every small request I asked for which I really appreciated great staff absolutely loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahiba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy stay at Cowley Manor - good service, helpful staff especially around gluten-free dietary restrictions. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spa break, good meal options, pool and spa. Good alternative to the farmhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Fantastic stay for 10 year wedding anniversary. Extremely welcoming and some lovely little touches…
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024