Old Downton Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

About this property

Historic Setting: Old Downton Lodge in Ludlow offers a 5-star inn experience within a historic building. The adults-only property features parquet floors and elegant furnishings, creating a luxurious atmosphere. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, electric vehicle charging station, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers. Dining Experience: The traditional and romantic restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian options. Breakfast includes a full English or Irish, vegetarian, and vegan selections. Dinner and high tea are also available. Prime Location: Located 29 mi from Ironbridge Gorge and 55 mi from Birmingham Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Wigmore Castle (4.3 mi) and Ludlow Castle (7.5 mi). Activities include fishing and cycling. Highly rated for staff and service support.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Nathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Picturesque building in glorious scenic location. Room was magnificent and staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful and engaging.”
Margaret
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful setting, total tranquility and excellent food. Friendly, polite staff, there if you needed anything, otherwise discreet.”
Mary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great, the food excellent and the staff very friendly and attentive.”
Lawrence
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was great, very quiet and peaceful. Room was large and comfortable but we had to ask to move rooms, which the staff sorted out in a few minutes. (See below)”
Colin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The beautifully restored range of farm buildings and idyllic courtyard garden are stunning. Superb food excellent breakfast and friendly attentive staff, a perfect stay. We look forward to returning.”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful, stunning rural location. Lots of character and history - wonderful setting. Comfortable with nice touches of luxury and the very best food - creative, flavourful, and delicious.”
Katy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent Eggs Royale for breakfast. Very comfy bed and beautiful parterres in the garden for a welcomed drink”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautifully restored barns into a “venue”. Great food. Very relaxing.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent choices for breakfast. Lovely surroundings. Very comfortable room. Very helpful and well-trained staff.”
Beattie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is in a lovely countryside location, the beds are very comfortable, the food is excellent and the staff are very friendly and helpful. There are some lovely walks from the hotel.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Old Downton Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Old Downton Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Dinner is served 7 nights a week from 6.00pm till 8.30pm. Tasting menu and A La Carte available Tuesday-Saturday. Sunday-Monday A La Carte only. Half board option includes 3 courses of The A La Carte Menu (upgrade to Tasting Menu is available at extra cost). The sitting room/bar closes the door at 11pm.

Please inform Old Downton Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

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