Kings Head Hotel

Classically positioned with flags fluttering along the thoroughfare, this former coaching inn is in the heart of the Cotswolds, a region of agricultural neatness and prosperity. The interior has bright colourful artefacts and paintings and a roaring fire. Throughout the local limestone comes with raw brickwork and wooden beams, with serene neutral textiles and ambient lighting.

The 77 rooms are all individual and classed as Classic, Superior, Feature and Indulgent in order of ascending grandeur. They retain the original Cotswold stone and have exposed wooden high-beamed ceilings. The style is Country Classic and very tasteful. Lots of space with king-sized beds, herringbone woollen throws and felt armchairs. So home-from-home with grounding, earthy, neutral décor and furnishings. Children under 12 can stay for free and some rooms even allow for dogs.

The MBB Brasserie is open-plan, uber-cool, light and airy. It’s inexpensive and has very generous helpings. There are no gardens or pool but there’s a roof terrace for the warmer months. In the vaults is a gym, a sauna and an excellent spa.

It is warm and inviting to take afternoon tea after shopping amongst the neighbouring stalls and boutiques or walking within Cirencester Park.

 

Written by Adam Jacot de Boinod

• Wifi
• Lift
• Good wine list
• Sauna/Steam
• Bar
• Family Suites
• Air conditioning

• Hot Tub
• Suites
• Disabled access
• Child friendly
• Pet friendly
• Restaurant
• Spa

• Local markets
• Indulge in the Cotswolds' culinary delights at the bustling Farmers’ Market, a treasure trove of fresh, local produce
• Other Activities
• Delve into the vibrant hues and textures of local art at New Brewery Arts, where creativity blossoms in every corner

• Hotel Entertainment
• Savor a moment of bliss with afternoon tea, an elegant tradition amidst the ambient glow of a historic setting
• Great walks
• Stroll through Cirencester Park's vast greenery, a serene escape filled with history & a regal past

Why do people love staying in your hotel?
Guests enjoy firstly our excellent location in the centre of Cirencester, the capital of the Cotswolds, and upon entry into the hotel, the warm welcome they receive from the friendly team. The hotel not only has beautiful and comfortable bedrooms but also two fabulous restaurants, a stunning subterranean spa, a deli and wine cellars. 


What is there to do in the area?
So much! There are a wealth of wonderfully picturesque Cotswoldian villages to explore as well as the Cotswolds Lakes (for family activities and watersports), wildlife parks, many walking routes, National Trust properties, countless gardens and a fabulous Sculpture park amongst other places of interest. Highgrove, Blenheim and Badminton are close by. Cirencester also acts as a great launchpad for visiting the rest of the Cotswolds, eg Bath and Oxford.


What kind of breakfast do you offer?
Continental buffet breakfast featuring locally sourced produce, followed by a hot choice including a full English or eggs benedict. 


Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally?
As well as a delicious breakfast, we offer lunch and dinner ; excellent Table d'hote and A la carte menus are available every day as well as different menus on certain evenings eg curry night on Tuesdays. Those with dietaries and allergies will always find something tasty on the menus too.  There is also a choice of restaurants within walking distance offering a selection of fare including Thai, Spanish tapas and Italian.


Which are your most popular room types, and why?
As you can see, we offer a range of rooms and apartments to suit all tastes. Possibly, our most popular room is the feature room as they have something of the history of the hotel about them and they might boast original features which have been embraced, and gone on to influence the decor, be it Medieval, Georgian or Tudor. There are barely two rooms alike in the hotel which gives individuality and character to the property. 


What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ?
Children under 12 can stay for free at any time of year and we welcome them with their own dressing gowns and toiletries and activity pack. Extra beds fit easily into the bedrooms, and these need to be requested in advance.       


What message would you like to give The Hotel Guru readers?
That they would receive a very warm welcome at the Kings Head hotel and enjoy excellent and professional service throughout their stay from each member of the team, whether it be housekeeping or in the restaurant. Guest satisfaction is at the very heart of our care of our visitors and we are confident all that the hotel has to offer will ensure truly wonderful memories of the Cotswolds.