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The Grosvenor Arms

The Commons, Shaftesbury, SP7 8JA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The Grosvenor Arms
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Pets allowed Restaurant Private bathroom Free WiFi Bath or shower Flat-screen TV Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Meeting/banquet facilities Daily housekeeping

About this property

This Georgian building is in Shaftesbury town centre. It is now a stylish hotel with free Wi-Fi and large rooms with luxury beds, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines.

The Grosvenor Arms maintains original features combined with modern décor. Its individually decorated rooms have an en suite bathroom, some with separate showers and roll-top baths.

There is a bar with open fireplace, as well as a courtyard terrace. The Grosvenor Arms' stylish restaurant serves breakfast every day. A modern menu is also available for dinner service from Monday to Saturday. Guests will also enjoy alfresco dining or enjoy pizza cooked by the wood-burning oven.

Located just 2 minutes' walk from Shaftesbury Abbey, the hotel is a short stroll from many restaurants and shops.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Kindly note the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Guests are required to present the credit card with which they secured the booking at check-in.

Guests should specify whether they prefer a twin bed configuration in the Special Requests box at the time of booking. Please note, this request is subject to availability.

Please note that only the large rooms can accommodate an extra bed. Any type of extra bed or cot is subject to request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Kindly note some accommodation is located on the second floor, and is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Group bookings of 3-5 rooms have a cancellation policy of 14 days. This rule is also applied to individual bookings of 5 nights or more. Group bookings of 6+ rooms must be cancelled outside of 28 days to avoid a cancellation charge. Full payment is required 14 days/28 days prior for the above bookings.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

Legal information

This property is managed by The Grosvenor Arms.

Located in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Grosvenor Arms

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Grosvenor Arms is 0.2 km from the center of Shaftesbury.
Room options at The Grosvenor Arms include:
  • Standard Double Room
  • Premium Double Room
  • Junior Suite
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

324 reviews

J

Jefford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 weeks ago
9.0
+ The room was lovely and spacious. Very comfortable bed. Temperature in the room was perfect. The general atmosphere of the hotel was lovely. Staff were friendly. We booked room only so didn’t experience the breakfast, but from what we saw it looked amazing. We did have an evening meal there and that was lovely. We were a party of over 30 people dining that night and the food came out promptly, was hot and with no issues. Very well done to the staff and chefs for that. The room was lovely and spacious. Very comfortable bed. Temperature in the room was perfect. The general atmospher...
- Nothing. Nothing.

young couple · Premium Double Room

H

Hughes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 weeks ago
9.0
+ The hotel was well placed the staff were very friendly and the room was really clean and comfortable. The hotel was well placed the staff were very friendly and the room was really clean and comfortable.
- The TV reception was interrupted. The TV reception was interrupted.

solo traveller · Standard Double Room

Facilities of The Grosvenor Arms

Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Internet services Family rooms Bar

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

  • Internet services

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Media & Technology

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Other

  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for The Grosvenor Arms

9.1

Superb

324 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.4
Facilities 9.0
Cleanliness 9.4
Comfort 9.4
Value for money 8.5
Location 9.7
Free Wifi 8.4

Score distribution

Superb
239
Good
70
Okay
10
Poor
2
Very poor
3

Scores by traveler type

Business travelers 9.2
With friends 9.8
Couples 9.0
Solo travelers 9.2
Families 9.5

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Guest reviews

J

Jefford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Premium Double Room Premium Double Room 2 weeks ago young couple
+ The room was lovely and spacious. Very comfortable bed. Temperature in the room was perfect. The general atmosphere of the hotel was lovely. Staff were friendly. We booked room only so didn’t experience the breakfast, but from what we saw it looked amazing. We did have an evening meal there and that was lovely. We were a party of over 30 people dining that night and the food came out promptly, was hot and with no issues. Very well done to the staff and chefs for that.
− Nothing.
H

Hughes

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room 3 weeks ago solo traveller
+ The hotel was well placed the staff were very friendly and the room was really clean and comfortable.
− The TV reception was interrupted.
K

Kirsty

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room 1 month ago solo traveller
+ From the moment you step through the door you feel welcome. The staff are so friendly and go above and beyond to help you. The hotel has such a relaxed vibe which we love aswell and the decor is modern and homely x The food is delicious and locally sourced . What is there not to love about the Grosvenor ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
D

Diane

🇨🇦 Canada

10.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room 1 month ago young couple
+ We would have preferred a buffet offering a full English breakfast.
D

Douglas

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room 2 months ago family with young children
+ Staff were excellent and worked so hard. Paid full attention to all our needs and couldn't ask for anything more. Have been before but always and excellent venue to stay at and will be back. Food is also excellent and breakfast good value and very tasty.
− Nothing - all very good.