The Imperial Hotel is situated in the centre of the Cotswold town of Stroud and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, rivers, streams and wooded valleys. Stroud Railway Station is immediately next to The Imperial, and the M5 motorway and the A46 are 10 minutes' drive away.
Recently renovated with bright, modern furnishing, The Imperial Hotel was once a coaching inn and was built over 200 years ago. It still retains many period features throughout the hotel.
All rooms at The Imperial Hotel feature a private en suite bathroom, TV, hairdryer, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Full English breakfasts are available to guests each morning.
The Imperial Hotel serves authentic Thai cuisine in its award-winning restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in the bar, which offers a range of wines, real ales and single malt whiskies.
Hotel Information
The Imperial in the heart of the Cotswold town of Stroud lies in a valley surrounded by beautiful hills that make it a charming and magical base for exploring the Cotswolds, historic houses and gardens, antique hunting in nearby Tetbury, Cirencester and Bath, or to just relax and wander.
Traditional but very smart, the detailed attention from our traditional English menu, to the best Thai menu in the area, from wine lists to fine wine lists, from our choice of single malts (that include rare Ardbegs and Bruichladdich) to rich real ales; ensures that your visit is memorable. Our 25 bedrooms are furnished to meet all the needs of the modern traveller and more. For special occasions we will be pleased to accommodate your requests
Surrounding Area
The town has one of the highest concentrations of artists, writers, musicians and craftspeople in Britain, giving it a distinctly bohemian feel. The regency style subscription rooms, purpose-built as an entertainment venue in the 19th century, play host to an array of colourful events and Stroud has its own Fringe Festival and a Visual Arts Festival.
The hilly streets of the town are packed with a diverse array of cafes and an eclectic mix of independent shops. If you can drag yourself away then a short drive or a steep 30 minute walk will lead you to the rugged beauty of Rodborough Common. This hilltop common, owned by the National Trust, is famed for its breathtaking views over the surrounding hills and valleys, its diverse wildlife and archaeological significance.
Transport
The Stroud railway station allows direct links to London's Paddington and all points west, with easy links to all other parts of the country.
We are about a 10 minute drive from the M5 and 25 minutes from the M4. There is swift access to the busy city centres and business parks of Gloucester and Cheltenham (12 miles), Bath (17 miles), Bristol (20 miles) and Swindon (17 miles).
Restaurants
Monday to Friday - Breakfast is served from 7:00am until 9:00am. On Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays, breakfast is served from 8:00am until 10:00am.
