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The Howard Arms

5.0 star property
Luxury inn with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Double Room (The Oak Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (The Oak Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (Cotswold Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor (The Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Summer Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (The Study) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Study)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (The Country Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (The Country Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room (The Old Beams)

Double Room (The Old Beams) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (The Old Beams)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (The Village Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (The Village Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lower Green, Ilmington, Shipston on Stour, England, CV36 4LT

What's nearby

  • Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Cotswold Way - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Cotswolds Distillery - 20 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ebrington Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirst Edition - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eight Bells Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Howard Arms

Luxury inn near Hidcote Manor Garden
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Howard Arms. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Howard Arms include comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Howard Arms Inn Ilmington
Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour
Howard Arms Ilmington
Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn
The Howard Arms Shipston on Stour
The Howard Arms Inn Shipston on Stour

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howard Arms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Howard Arms?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Howard Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Howard Arms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Howard Arms located?

Situated in a regional park, this luxury inn is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden and within 12 mi (20 km) of Broadway Tower and Cotswolds Distillery. Stratford Butterfly Farm and Anne Hathaway's Cottage are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Howard Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MarilynBill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked in a quiet village yet close to many other Cotswold experiences we loved our stay here. Rooms are spacious and comfy, staff are friendly and helpful and it was nice to come home to the pub and restaurant after a long day of exploring.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely 2 night stay , stayed in the summer room which we could not fault . Service in the pub area very good and ate the first night in the pub restaurant which again was great .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely inn in the Cotswolds and close driving distance to many other little towns. Everyone was very friendly and hospitable and the rooms were just as depicted. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we stepped through the door to one of the nicest welcomes we have had at a hotel to the moment we left was just perfect. Our room, ‘The Study’ was superb, and so clean and comfortable, and the decor and design is beautiful. Welcome tray with great selection of teas and cafetière for coffee. We slept so well. The dining room is amazing as are all the staff, and again one of the best breakfasts ever. Howard Arms you are amazing, we will be back. Thank you Keith & Gwen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great place to stay

Highly recommended place to stay very clean with great food and service
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ilmington is a charming village and it is still unspoilt by tourism and traffic. It is so bucolic as the sheep graze on the hills surrounding the village and the quiet of the night is worth the price of admission. We loved the Howard Arms. The Village room was spacious and had loads of history and beautiful features. Breakfasts were plentiful with good options. We will definitely stay here again if we return to this part of the Cotswolds.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places we have stayed in, friendly helpful staff, calm atmosphere and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Milana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely lovely, and the breakfast spread was one of the best I've had at a B&B. My only suggestion would be that I noticed a few spiders behind the headboard and curtain, along with some dust and cobwebs in a couple of areas, which gave the impression that those spots hadn't been used in a while. Aside from that, I couldn't find anything to fault.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Excellent stay

Lovely stay would recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Excellent stay

Top quality food, accommodation and service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and an excellent room. Great food as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Hidden gem

Welcoming quainte English village hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linn

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

Wonderful stay and big bed

We had a wonderful stay in the little village. We really enjoyed the room, the friendly staff and the beautiful surroundings. The bed in our room was truly king size - and I must say it’s the best bed I have slept in on any trip I have been on. The breakfast was generous and delicious, and the staff always eager to help out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Lovely

Great rooms, great staff, nothing was a bother
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is wonderful! Rooms are tidy and modern. Dining room meals are great! Pub is friendly and selections are extensive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful welcome, fabulous food. Accommodation super and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

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

Amazing stay

Amazing stay at The Howard Arms. Lovely big room , very comfy bed and pillows. The food was excellent . We had dinner a couple of nights and breakfast every day . The staff are so helpful and really friendly , nothing was too much trouble . Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Howard Arms! Surprised on the upside by the welcoming and friendly staff, the coziness of the bar and restaurant which was clearly a magnet for the local community, felt authentic and welcoming! Enjoyed a wonderful dinner in the evening, and an incredibly generous breakfast which we did not manage to finish due to the sumptuous dinner the night before! Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting the surrounding Cotswold villages if you want something cosy and authentic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great, people were friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great place to stay

Really enjoyable 3 day stay at The Howard Arms. Would like to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

Great pub for a short break

An excellent place to stay. Lovely room with really friendly service from the staff. Had a really good breakfast. Good location to explore the Cotswolds. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

P

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

Bank holiday getaway

Set in a village, it has a relaxing feeling with large garden area to the rear. Proper sun trap. Garden room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Onur

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

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay. Comfortable kind staff. Food and drinks were top notch. Very professional service and will definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023