Historic Hotels in Warwickshire
Places to stay in Stratford upon Avon and Warwickshire connected to famous figures from history.

The White Swan. Stratford upon Avon.
A part 15th century building, this Stratford upon Avon landmark very probably played host to William Shakespeare during his early life in the town.
A part 15th century building, this Stratford upon Avon landmark very probably played host to William Shakespeare during his early life in the town.

Alveston Manor Hotel. Stratford upon Avon.
It is surprising how many hotels in Stratford seem to have no direct connection with its most famous son. This, however, is a very notable exception.
It is surprising how many hotels in Stratford seem to have no direct connection with its most famous son. This, however, is a very notable exception.

Coombe Abbey Hotel. Coventry.
The daughter of James I came here to be educated, but many will be drawn by the impressive gardens that were designed by Capability Brown.
The daughter of James I came here to be educated, but many will be drawn by the impressive gardens that were designed by Capability Brown.

The Chapel House. Atherstone.
This classic Georgian building can boast the most famous nurse in history as one of its former visitors. Find out more about the heritage of The Chapel House
This classic Georgian building can boast the most famous nurse in history as one of its former visitors. Find out more about the heritage of The Chapel House

The White Swan. Henley in Arden.
Samuel Johnson once stayed at this splendid old inn, but for some its former role as a courthouse and connections to 19th century executions will be of most interest.
Samuel Johnson once stayed at this splendid old inn, but for some its former role as a courthouse and connections to 19th century executions will be of most interest.
How you can help: if you are aware of a historic hotel in Warwickshire or Stratford that you believe ought to be included on the site, please contact us via email ([email protected]) in the first instance. Please note that these should have connections to famous people and events from the past.