The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon
$110
/ night
Avg. for September
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$110
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon average $88 in January, the cheapest month, and $134 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $88 |
| February | $101 |
| March | $97 |
| April | $101 |
| May | $115 |
| June | $130 |
| July | $134 |
| August | $105 |
| September | $110 |
| October | $95 |
| November | $98 |
| December | $99 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
Located in Alcester, The Blue Boar Inn is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Stratford Racecourse. This hotel is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Royal Shakespeare Theatre and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Swan Theatre.
What's nearby
All Saints Church(1.5 miles)
Bidford Grange Golf Course(2.5 miles)
Mary Arden's House(3 miles)
Bidford Grange Golf Club(3.3 miles)
Anne Hathaway's Cottage(3.7 miles)
Stratford-upon-Avon College(4 miles)
Stratford Racecourse(4.2 miles)
American Fountain(4.4 miles)
The Jester(4.5 miles)
Harvard House(4.6 miles)
Town Hall Stratford upon Avon(4.7 miles)
The Old Bank(4.7 miles)
Shakespeare's Birthplace(4.7 miles)
Hall's Croft(4.7 miles)
New Place(4.7 miles)
The nearest major airport is Birmingham Airport (BHX)(29.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Garden
Location
Temple Grafton, Alcester, Temple Grafton, England, United Kingdom
All Saints Church (1.5 miles)
Bidford Grange Golf Course (2.5 miles)
Mary Arden's House (3 miles)
Bidford Grange Golf Club (3.3 miles)
Anne Hathaway's Cottage (3.7 miles)
Stratford-upon-Avon College (4 miles)
Guest reviews
8.5
Fabulous
Based on 574 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
15%
Couple
43%
Family
20%
Group
16%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon blends old-world charm with generally clean, comfortable rooms and welcoming staff, though some guests highlight drawbacks such as noise from fans or bars, intrusive light, and occasional mattress or temperature issues.
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What guests think
The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon blends old-world charm with generally clean, comfortable rooms and welcoming staff, though some guests highlight drawbacks such as noise from fans or bars, intrusive light, and occasional mattress or temperature issues.
Guests like the quiet rural setting, easy parking, and convenient EV charging. Food in the restaurant is widely praised, with an extensive menu including Indian dishes, while breakfast receives mixed comments on choice, heat, and early weekday timings. Expect a characterful country-inn stay close to Stratford, with modernised rooms and a few age-related quirks.
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Facilities
On-site parking is easy and several reviews note EV charging. The pub offers pleasant outdoor seating and a beer garden, and bedroom access involves steep, narrow stairs typical of an older inn; occasional live music is hosted.
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Norm
Oct 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We are travelling from city to city. It is what we call a "tent room". This was "more than a tent"!!! The hotel was EXCELLENT!!! We were only there for one night, has good showers and beds and restaurant. We had supper in the restaurant (they had live music the night we were there), the breakfast was included and excellent. We would go again for one night, or many nights to explore the surrounding area.
We are travelling from city to city. It is what we call a "tent room". This was "more than a tent"!!! The hotel was EXCELLENT!!! We were only there for one night, has good showers and beds and restaurant. We had supper in the restaurant (they had live music the night we were there), the breakfast was included and excellent. We would go again for one night, or many nights to explore the surrounding area.
10
Susan
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
6
Tony David
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely building and covered outdoor space, Superior Double room was small and a very small shower room. Should have booked a king... staff grumpy except two your staff and the older lady on the first evening. On a busy road which didn’t quietened until 1pm. Sound seemed to travel from the corridor (had people screaming on the second night) and the adjoining rooms.
A lovely building and covered outdoor space, Superior Double room was small and a very small shower room. Should have booked a king... staff grumpy except two your staff and the older lady on the first evening. On a busy road which didn’t quietened until 1pm. Sound seemed to travel from the corridor (had people screaming on the second night) and the adjoining rooms.
8
Michael
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice country pub/restaurant with rooms. Rooms are comfy the bathroom is modern the rooms quaint. Onsite parking and car charging for those with EVs. Food is good evening menu variety was an eclectic menu of À la carte, Indian food and pub classics. A new one in my experience. Breakfast was ok. Would stay again when back in the area.
Nice country pub/restaurant with rooms. Rooms are comfy the bathroom is modern the rooms quaint. Onsite parking and car charging for those with EVs. Food is good evening menu variety was an eclectic menu of À la carte, Indian food and pub classics. A new one in my experience. Breakfast was ok. Would stay again when back in the area.
10
Wendy
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful stay and the staff are both professional and friendly. Loved my dinner in the restaurant (I don't normally eat alone preferring to go to my room) however felt very comfortable to dine in the restaurant - food was EXCELLENT! Room was modern and clean with a lovely bathroom and shower. Bonus for me was the electric car charging - made my return trip much easier.
Wonderful stay and the staff are both professional and friendly. Loved my dinner in the restaurant (I don't normally eat alone preferring to go to my room) however felt very comfortable to dine in the restaurant - food was EXCELLENT! Room was modern and clean with a lovely bathroom and shower. Bonus for me was the electric car charging - made my return trip much easier.
10
John
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
From arrival were welcomed & shown to our room which was excellent. Very clean. Meals were also excellent with a good choice of menu. It didn't help only having a short stay as we would have liked to sample more from the menu. Breakfast was perfect & cooked to order. Staff were friendly & very helpful. The outside area was well kept with beautiful flowers, a lovely tranquil area for quiet contemplation. Would definitely recommend this hotel & will definitely be going again.
From arrival were welcomed & shown to our room which was excellent. Very clean. Meals were also excellent with a good choice of menu. It didn't help only having a short stay as we would have liked to sample more from the menu. Breakfast was perfect & cooked to order. Staff were friendly & very helpful. The outside area was well kept with beautiful flowers, a lovely tranquil area for quiet contemplation. Would definitely recommend this hotel & will definitely be going again.
10
Davd
Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great little pub/restaurant with very well kept and well appointed rooms. Being an old building the access to the bedrooms is up a narrow, steep staircase but since last year it appears the bathrooms my father and I had have been updated. Food is exceptional with wide choice of A La Carte, Indian Favourites & Pub Classics. I will definitely stay again when in the area.
Great little pub/restaurant with very well kept and well appointed rooms. Being an old building the access to the bedrooms is up a narrow, steep staircase but since last year it appears the bathrooms my father and I had have been updated. Food is exceptional with wide choice of A La Carte, Indian Favourites & Pub Classics. I will definitely stay again when in the area.
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Christopher
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good night's stay, nicely cooked breakfast. The charging point in the car park is a boon for EV owners.
Good night's stay, nicely cooked breakfast. The charging point in the car park is a boon for EV owners.
10
David
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
good accommodation and food, easy parking
good accommodation and food, easy parking
10
Matthew
Jul 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely country inn with masses of character. Beer garden a great place to sit in the sun and the food was excellent. Really close to Stratford park and ride to get into town. Very friendly staff.
Lovely country inn with masses of character. Beer garden a great place to sit in the sun and the food was excellent. Really close to Stratford park and ride to get into town. Very friendly staff.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with many describing rooms and premises as spotless. A few mention visible stains, limescale, dusty fans, or small housekeeping oversights.
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Chris
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed for 3mights. No aircon in the rooms, extractor fan in bathroom not working and full of dust and muck. They don’t make the bed just pull the quilt over. Had an Indian meal that was sent back as was too salty.
Stayed for 3mights. No aircon in the rooms, extractor fan in bathroom not working and full of dust and muck. They don’t make the bed just pull the quilt over. Had an Indian meal that was sent back as was too salty.
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Stuart
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good quality clean property
Good quality clean property
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Philip
Dec 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Warm welcome from Roxy and efficient check in. Clean room with modern bathroom being a great improvement since our last visit.
Warm welcome from Roxy and efficient check in. Clean room with modern bathroom being a great improvement since our last visit.
10
Susan
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
10
Stephen
May 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room, bedding, towels and bathroom all very clean. I came into contact with 5 members of staff and saw some inter act with other customers and it is clear to a person they are committed to put customer satisfaction first, very impressed. It doesn't try to be something its not, a great pub with clean and tidy well equipped rooms, staff superb.
Room, bedding, towels and bathroom all very clean. I came into contact with 5 members of staff and saw some inter act with other customers and it is clear to a person they are committed to put customer satisfaction first, very impressed. It doesn't try to be something its not, a great pub with clean and tidy well equipped rooms, staff superb.
10
David
Dec 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The whole premises were spotless. Staff and service first class. Meals excellent. Accommodation spacious and spotless. Excellent overnight stay and dinner and breakfast.
The whole premises were spotless. Staff and service first class. Meals excellent. Accommodation spacious and spotless. Excellent overnight stay and dinner and breakfast.
8
nikki
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
4
Karolina
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The carpet was dirty, the room was freezing cold. Arrived after 10pm and the heating was turned off and the windows were wide open. No mat in the bathroom, no handtowels, only 2 big towels on the bed.
The carpet was dirty, the room was freezing cold. Arrived after 10pm and the heating was turned off and the windows were wide open. No mat in the bathroom, no handtowels, only 2 big towels on the bed.
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Elizabeth
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely feeling in the inn and room, nicely decorated and first impression was of how inviting it looked, but this changed somewhat when we spent more time in the room. The lack of curtains and ill fitting blinds meant we were woken up with the direct sunlight every morning which really impacted our stay. There were also numerous stains on the furniture and carpets, which while I’m sure they were cleaned were very visible. The significant limescale build up on the shower head made the shower unappealing, while functional. The people and service were lovely though!
Lovely feeling in the inn and room, nicely decorated and first impression was of how inviting it looked, but this changed somewhat when we spent more time in the room. The lack of curtains and ill fitting blinds meant we were woken up with the direct sunlight every morning which really impacted our stay. There were also numerous stains on the furniture and carpets, which while I’m sure they were cleaned were very visible. The significant limescale build up on the shower head made the shower unappealing, while functional. The people and service were lovely though!
10
Rebecca
May 8, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Charming place to stay. Great room and bathroom. Staff were lovely. Stayed two nights.
Charming place to stay. Great room and bathroom. Staff were lovely. Stayed two nights.
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Rooms
Rooms are often comfortable and sometimes spacious or newly updated, with modern bathrooms and occasional family layouts. Downsides include worn mattresses, bright emergency lights or thin blinds, noise from kitchen fans or bar areas, temperature issues, and a few windowless or smaller rooms.
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Susan
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
The room was quiet and spotlessly clean, and had all the necessary amenities . Parking was easy and plentiful. The food at dinner and breakfast was hot, tasy and cooked-to-order. The only downside was the mattress which was obviously well worn and caused me to roll to the edge of the bed. To his credit the manager/ receptionist was shocked when I told him and said he would report it immediately. If guests don't report it, then management can't be blamed as it isnt visible when making up the bed.
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Sanjaykumar
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely charm about the Blue Boar, staff were friendly and welcoming, a real feel of a country pub! The room was a little basic but cosy and comfortable, and well maintained.
A lovely charm about the Blue Boar, staff were friendly and welcoming, a real feel of a country pub! The room was a little basic but cosy and comfortable, and well maintained.
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Paul
Dec 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed with my wife and parents in two rooms. Ate in restaurant.Rooms were comfortable and spacious. Menu in restaurant was probably the largest I have ever seen with not only a Christmas menu but a regular menu plus a Indian menu ,which I went for.
Stayed with my wife and parents in two rooms. Ate in restaurant.Rooms were comfortable and spacious. Menu in restaurant was probably the largest I have ever seen with not only a Christmas menu but a regular menu plus a Indian menu ,which I went for.
8
Neville
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rural quiet location. Easy parking. Room was exceptional and included a double and 2 single beds in a separate attached room (evidently a family arrangement when required!). Food and drink excellent, service very good. Ambiance good in the bar/restaurant.
Rural quiet location. Easy parking. Room was exceptional and included a double and 2 single beds in a separate attached room (evidently a family arrangement when required!). Food and drink excellent, service very good. Ambiance good in the bar/restaurant.
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professor steve
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is excellent and very well appointed for its moderately low price. The room was spacious and clean and the restaurant was very good. It served my needs for a stopover in the area BUT BUT BUT There is a kitchen fan which was on all night and made a TERRIBLE HUMMING NOISE. I asked about this and the owner seemed to say no-one had mentioned it before but looking at reviews I see they have. This was only solved by me sleeping in a small bed on the corridor side. This must be fixed please.
This place is excellent and very well appointed for its moderately low price. The room was spacious and clean and the restaurant was very good. It served my needs for a stopover in the area BUT BUT BUT There is a kitchen fan which was on all night and made a TERRIBLE HUMMING NOISE. I asked about this and the owner seemed to say no-one had mentioned it before but looking at reviews I see they have. This was only solved by me sleeping in a small bed on the corridor side. This must be fixed please.
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Graham
Nov 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous stay apart from the white emergency exit sign inside the room, over the door-kept us both awake for most of the night. Mixed with the snoring staff member who was behind room 15 😂 We would return.
Fabulous stay apart from the white emergency exit sign inside the room, over the door-kept us both awake for most of the night. Mixed with the snoring staff member who was behind room 15 😂 We would return.
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nikki
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
8
Karen
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We generally had a good stay at The Blue Boar. It is an attractive building in a lovely, quiet location. The room was clean and good and the food in the evening was well cooked. Breakfast was a bit limited, with no fresh fruits, but was otherwise OK. Our only criticism was that our ( premier!!) room was above the kitchen and we were a bit disturbed by two loud humming noises from there overnight, one of which was constant and the other intermittent. Other rooms, in different places, probably wouldn't have been affected.
We generally had a good stay at The Blue Boar. It is an attractive building in a lovely, quiet location. The room was clean and good and the food in the evening was well cooked. Breakfast was a bit limited, with no fresh fruits, but was otherwise OK. Our only criticism was that our ( premier!!) room was above the kitchen and we were a bit disturbed by two loud humming noises from there overnight, one of which was constant and the other intermittent. Other rooms, in different places, probably wouldn't have been affected.
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David
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here whilst attending the nearby Midlands Air Festival. The rooms are generally prefixed with the word “superior” but there’s nothing superior about them. The room that we had was small, noisy (facing the road) and the bed was extremely uncomfortable - the mattress was clearly worn out and you could feel the springs through it. Not somewhere that we’ll be returning to
Stayed here whilst attending the nearby Midlands Air Festival. The rooms are generally prefixed with the word “superior” but there’s nothing superior about them. The room that we had was small, noisy (facing the road) and the bed was extremely uncomfortable - the mattress was clearly worn out and you could feel the springs through it. Not somewhere that we’ll be returning to
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Maxine
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our only problem was our room window had a Venetian blind and there was a major building flood light next to our window that kept us awake on night one as it didn’t go off till 3am. We covered the blind for night two. Easy fix would be a thick curtain over the window and blind. Otherwise great place and great food.
Our only problem was our room window had a Venetian blind and there was a major building flood light next to our window that kept us awake on night one as it didn’t go off till 3am. We covered the blind for night two. Easy fix would be a thick curtain over the window and blind. Otherwise great place and great food.
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, welcoming, and efficient, with helpful staff and smooth check-in. A few guests reported grumpy or abrupt interactions or overly informal address.
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Philip
Dec 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Warm welcome from Roxy and efficient check in. Clean room with modern bathroom being a great improvement since our last visit.
Warm welcome from Roxy and efficient check in. Clean room with modern bathroom being a great improvement since our last visit.
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Philip
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful staff. Good hotel. Used its few times. Excellent Curry menu.
Very helpful staff. Good hotel. Used its few times. Excellent Curry menu.
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Tony David
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely building and covered outdoor space, Superior Double room was small and a very small shower room. Should have booked a king... staff grumpy except two your staff and the older lady on the first evening. On a busy road which didn’t quietened until 1pm. Sound seemed to travel from the corridor (had people screaming on the second night) and the adjoining rooms.
A lovely building and covered outdoor space, Superior Double room was small and a very small shower room. Should have booked a king... staff grumpy except two your staff and the older lady on the first evening. On a busy road which didn’t quietened until 1pm. Sound seemed to travel from the corridor (had people screaming on the second night) and the adjoining rooms.
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Wendy
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful stay and the staff are both professional and friendly. Loved my dinner in the restaurant (I don't normally eat alone preferring to go to my room) however felt very comfortable to dine in the restaurant - food was EXCELLENT! Room was modern and clean with a lovely bathroom and shower. Bonus for me was the electric car charging - made my return trip much easier.
Wonderful stay and the staff are both professional and friendly. Loved my dinner in the restaurant (I don't normally eat alone preferring to go to my room) however felt very comfortable to dine in the restaurant - food was EXCELLENT! Room was modern and clean with a lovely bathroom and shower. Bonus for me was the electric car charging - made my return trip much easier.
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David
Dec 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The whole premises were spotless. Staff and service first class. Meals excellent. Accommodation spacious and spotless. Excellent overnight stay and dinner and breakfast.
The whole premises were spotless. Staff and service first class. Meals excellent. Accommodation spacious and spotless. Excellent overnight stay and dinner and breakfast.
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John
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
From arrival were welcomed & shown to our room which was excellent. Very clean. Meals were also excellent with a good choice of menu. It didn't help only having a short stay as we would have liked to sample more from the menu. Breakfast was perfect & cooked to order. Staff were friendly & very helpful. The outside area was well kept with beautiful flowers, a lovely tranquil area for quiet contemplation. Would definitely recommend this hotel & will definitely be going again.
From arrival were welcomed & shown to our room which was excellent. Very clean. Meals were also excellent with a good choice of menu. It didn't help only having a short stay as we would have liked to sample more from the menu. Breakfast was perfect & cooked to order. Staff were friendly & very helpful. The outside area was well kept with beautiful flowers, a lovely tranquil area for quiet contemplation. Would definitely recommend this hotel & will definitely be going again.
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Paul
Mar 11, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff and owners very nice a very relaxing stay
Staff and owners very nice a very relaxing stay
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Lee
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We have stayed here four times and as always we’ve not been disappointed. Rooms are very nice, staff very welcoming and friendly, food very good and the breakfast is fantastic.
We have stayed here four times and as always we’ve not been disappointed. Rooms are very nice, staff very welcoming and friendly, food very good and the breakfast is fantastic.
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John
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
When i arrived there was no directions of where to check in, i asked the bar staff and he abruptly told me to wait my turn, i then said i was only asking where to check in, he then whispered something, i can only imagine was about me to the other customer who was clearly a regular. The room as clean and had all the necessary amenities. But had an emergency light in which the charging led lit the whole room up for the entire night., therefore neither me or my daughter got a good nights sleep. Breakfast was awkward as we were standing around waiting for someone to seat us, the serving staff were doing their best to serve the everyone at the same time, but it took a long time to get my breakfast. Overall, very disappointed at my stay.
When i arrived there was no directions of where to check in, i asked the bar staff and he abruptly told me to wait my turn, i then said i was only asking where to check in, he then whispered something, i can only imagine was about me to the other customer who was clearly a regular. The room as clean and had all the necessary amenities. But had an emergency light in which the charging led lit the whole room up for the entire night., therefore neither me or my daughter got a good nights sleep. Breakfast was awkward as we were standing around waiting for someone to seat us, the serving staff were doing their best to serve the everyone at the same time, but it took a long time to get my breakfast. Overall, very disappointed at my stay.
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Andre Mark
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good service
Very good service
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Location
Quiet rural setting convenient for Stratford-upon-Avon, including easy access via the nearby park-and-ride. Several guests admired the scenic, country feel.
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Frank
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good stay . Lovely location, great staff and friendly and professional service. Only disappointment is the breakfast time 0700-0830 during the week. Nice when relaxing on a break to lie in and enjoy breakfast a little later
Very good stay . Lovely location, great staff and friendly and professional service. Only disappointment is the breakfast time 0700-0830 during the week. Nice when relaxing on a break to lie in and enjoy breakfast a little later
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Brenda
Sep 9, 2023
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Beautiful and welcoming. We arrived late at night and it was so beautiful all lit up! Perfect combination of modern amenities and an old historic building. Ivy and flowers all over the building and patio. Near all the Shakespeare sites. Delicious breakfast. Friendly staff. Wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend.
Beautiful and welcoming. We arrived late at night and it was so beautiful all lit up! Perfect combination of modern amenities and an old historic building. Ivy and flowers all over the building and patio. Near all the Shakespeare sites. Delicious breakfast. Friendly staff. Wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend.
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Anne
Jun 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful inn, full of character in lovely location.
Beautiful inn, full of character in lovely location.
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Neville
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rural quiet location. Easy parking. Room was exceptional and included a double and 2 single beds in a separate attached room (evidently a family arrangement when required!). Food and drink excellent, service very good. Ambiance good in the bar/restaurant.
Rural quiet location. Easy parking. Room was exceptional and included a double and 2 single beds in a separate attached room (evidently a family arrangement when required!). Food and drink excellent, service very good. Ambiance good in the bar/restaurant.
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Karen
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We generally had a good stay at The Blue Boar. It is an attractive building in a lovely, quiet location. The room was clean and good and the food in the evening was well cooked. Breakfast was a bit limited, with no fresh fruits, but was otherwise OK. Our only criticism was that our ( premier!!) room was above the kitchen and we were a bit disturbed by two loud humming noises from there overnight, one of which was constant and the other intermittent. Other rooms, in different places, probably wouldn't have been affected.
We generally had a good stay at The Blue Boar. It is an attractive building in a lovely, quiet location. The room was clean and good and the food in the evening was well cooked. Breakfast was a bit limited, with no fresh fruits, but was otherwise OK. Our only criticism was that our ( premier!!) room was above the kitchen and we were a bit disturbed by two loud humming noises from there overnight, one of which was constant and the other intermittent. Other rooms, in different places, probably wouldn't have been affected.
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Jonathan
May 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spent two nights at The Blue Boar - superb location. Mattress on first night a bit uncomfortable but moved to a second room for next night, which was excellent. Ate in restaurant on last evening and Indian platter was a revelation, which we’d recommend. Will certainly be going back.
Spent two nights at The Blue Boar - superb location. Mattress on first night a bit uncomfortable but moved to a second room for next night, which was excellent. Ate in restaurant on last evening and Indian platter was a revelation, which we’d recommend. Will certainly be going back.
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Alba
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nos quedamos una noche 3 amigas tras visitar la ciudad de Stratford Upon Avon y la verdad que tanto la habitación como la cena y desayuno,muy recomendable.
Nos quedamos una noche 3 amigas tras visitar la ciudad de Stratford Upon Avon y la verdad que tanto la habitación como la cena y desayuno,muy recomendable.
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Matthew
Jul 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely country inn with masses of character. Beer garden a great place to sit in the sun and the food was excellent. Really close to Stratford park and ride to get into town. Very friendly staff.
Lovely country inn with masses of character. Beer garden a great place to sit in the sun and the food was excellent. Really close to Stratford park and ride to get into town. Very friendly staff.
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Dining
Dinner is consistently praised for quality, generous portions, and a wide menu including Indian dishes. Breakfast is generally fine but draws mixed feedback on variety, temperature, greasy plates, and early weekday hours; prices can feel a little high, and one dish was overly salty.
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Chris
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed for 3mights. No aircon in the rooms, extractor fan in bathroom not working and full of dust and muck. They don’t make the bed just pull the quilt over. Had an Indian meal that was sent back as was too salty.
Stayed for 3mights. No aircon in the rooms, extractor fan in bathroom not working and full of dust and muck. They don’t make the bed just pull the quilt over. Had an Indian meal that was sent back as was too salty.
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Amanda
May 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, seemed recently refurbished. Good dining choice, chose the Indian menu on both occasions. Nice servers in the restaurant. Will try to start here next time.
Lovely room, seemed recently refurbished. Good dining choice, chose the Indian menu on both occasions. Nice servers in the restaurant. Will try to start here next time.
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Kellee
Feb 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great find. Fabulous food - Indian evening meal and full English breakfast. Lovely country pub with roaring log fire. Cosy, clean bedroom. Excellent staff. Will stay again.
Great find. Fabulous food - Indian evening meal and full English breakfast. Lovely country pub with roaring log fire. Cosy, clean bedroom. Excellent staff. Will stay again.
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Michael
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice country pub/restaurant with rooms. Rooms are comfy the bathroom is modern the rooms quaint. Onsite parking and car charging for those with EVs. Food is good evening menu variety was an eclectic menu of À la carte, Indian food and pub classics. A new one in my experience. Breakfast was ok. Would stay again when back in the area.
Nice country pub/restaurant with rooms. Rooms are comfy the bathroom is modern the rooms quaint. Onsite parking and car charging for those with EVs. Food is good evening menu variety was an eclectic menu of À la carte, Indian food and pub classics. A new one in my experience. Breakfast was ok. Would stay again when back in the area.
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Wayne
Jun 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely country pub got a warm welcome from the staff.Food was lovely but a tad expensive if your on a budget.Breakfast was very greasy & swimming in oil toast arrived after i had finished my meal which let down the overall experience of my stay.It wont be on my list off regular stays.The room was ok but nothing special i could hear the occupants of the room next door talking when in the bathroom.
Lovely country pub got a warm welcome from the staff.Food was lovely but a tad expensive if your on a budget.Breakfast was very greasy & swimming in oil toast arrived after i had finished my meal which let down the overall experience of my stay.It wont be on my list off regular stays.The room was ok but nothing special i could hear the occupants of the room next door talking when in the bathroom.
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Andrea
Jul 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really lovely b&b. Room was clean and well furnished. Staff were really lovely. Only feedback is for a vegan/Vegetarian full english option. Was really disappointed with no veggie sausages and my alternative of beans on toast was looking a little sad as I was only given one piece of toast and the same small size portion of beans as the full english. Other than that would stay again :)
Really lovely b&b. Room was clean and well furnished. Staff were really lovely. Only feedback is for a vegan/Vegetarian full english option. Was really disappointed with no veggie sausages and my alternative of beans on toast was looking a little sad as I was only given one piece of toast and the same small size portion of beans as the full english. Other than that would stay again :)
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Davd
Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great little pub/restaurant with very well kept and well appointed rooms. Being an old building the access to the bedrooms is up a narrow, steep staircase but since last year it appears the bathrooms my father and I had have been updated. Food is exceptional with wide choice of A La Carte, Indian Favourites & Pub Classics. I will definitely stay again when in the area.
Great little pub/restaurant with very well kept and well appointed rooms. Being an old building the access to the bedrooms is up a narrow, steep staircase but since last year it appears the bathrooms my father and I had have been updated. Food is exceptional with wide choice of A La Carte, Indian Favourites & Pub Classics. I will definitely stay again when in the area.
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Lee
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We have stayed here four times and as always we’ve not been disappointed. Rooms are very nice, staff very welcoming and friendly, food very good and the breakfast is fantastic.
We have stayed here four times and as always we’ve not been disappointed. Rooms are very nice, staff very welcoming and friendly, food very good and the breakfast is fantastic.
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nikki
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
i booked a deluxe king room, the room was very spacious although no window which made me feel a bit anxious, 2 skylight windows in roof, would of been nicer to have a couch or couple of comfortable chairs to relax on rather than having to sit on the bed, only a small area for hanging clothes and no drawers for items like tshirts and underwear..the mattress was springs so where others have sat it didnt make the best to sleep on! ..a big plant in the corner of the room took up a lot of space and in need of a good dust! ..there was an ironing board and iron and the bathroom was lovely with complimentaryshower gel soap and body cream..so much potential for the room..but overall ok. breakfast was ok, first day i had a cooked breakfast, it wasnt hot, just warm so a bit disappointing, 2nd day there was only us and another couple for breakfast and there was nothing out to help yourself to, cereal, yoghurt, coffee etc, so felt a bit restricted in choice. overall a lovely pub, staff lovely good parking and lots of history to it.
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Mellanie
Nov 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great. Food exceptional even though a little pricey. What a lovely old pub. Fab
Everything was great. Food exceptional even though a little pricey. What a lovely old pub. Fab
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Ian
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Bed matress could do with being upgraded. Breakfast was not to my taste and not the best i've had. Restaurant was very good with a large choice, staff excellent.
Bed matress could do with being upgraded. Breakfast was not to my taste and not the best i've had. Restaurant was very good with a large choice, staff excellent.
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Meredith
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
A pleasant and well decorated room. We would have preferred a firmer mattress but that is just personal preference. The bathroom was well equipped, although we could not adjust the setting in the shower to the rainfall option. A good cooked breakfast, done as requested.
A pleasant and well decorated room. We would have preferred a firmer mattress but that is just personal preference. The bathroom was well equipped, although we could not adjust the setting in the shower to the rainfall option. A good cooked breakfast, done as requested.
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ANDREW
Aug 1, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a 4 night stay and it is one of the best places we have stayed. Our room was spacious in good condition and well cleaned/serviced each day. The shower room was fairly large and looked fairly new. Room facilities were very good. The breakfast room was part of the restaurant and was of a good size, the breakfast was very good with prompt pleasant service. Breakfast did finish at 0830 perhaps extending to 0900 might be more convenient for the tourist. We ate in the restaurant each evening, the menu has a good choice and is varied - A la carte, pub favourites and Indian food all at reasonable cost. We sampled all whilst we stayed and all meals were of a first class standard, they have an excellent chef. All staff were pleasant, helpful and very friendly. It is extremely well located close to Stratford, Warwick, Worcester and the Cotswolds perfect for visits. Overall we had an excellent stay and would highly recommend the hotel.
We had a 4 night stay and it is one of the best places we have stayed. Our room was spacious in good condition and well cleaned/serviced each day. The shower room was fairly large and looked fairly new. Room facilities were very good. The breakfast room was part of the restaurant and was of a good size, the breakfast was very good with prompt pleasant service. Breakfast did finish at 0830 perhaps extending to 0900 might be more convenient for the tourist. We ate in the restaurant each evening, the menu has a good choice and is varied - A la carte, pub favourites and Indian food all at reasonable cost. We sampled all whilst we stayed and all meals were of a first class standard, they have an excellent chef. All staff were pleasant, helpful and very friendly. It is extremely well located close to Stratford, Warwick, Worcester and the Cotswolds perfect for visits. Overall we had an excellent stay and would highly recommend the hotel.
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Peter
Jul 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The guy behind the bar was not very welcoming. Beer and food good. Room ok. Outside seating area pleasant
The guy behind the bar was not very welcoming. Beer and food good. Room ok. Outside seating area pleasant
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Gary
Jul 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice country pub, was an ideal stop for us. Clean rooms, well decorated. We are in the hot period of July so the main issue was lack of aircon - fan was provided but wasn’t really powerful enough. Evening food was good, although would say my whitebait starter was very small. Overall though very positive.
Nice country pub, was an ideal stop for us. Clean rooms, well decorated. We are in the hot period of July so the main issue was lack of aircon - fan was provided but wasn’t really powerful enough. Evening food was good, although would say my whitebait starter was very small. Overall though very positive.
FAQs about The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, with limited spaces.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of GBP 25, subject to availability.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Alcester, within a 10-minute drive of Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Stratford Racecourse. It is approximately 4.9 miles from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
- Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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