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The 3 best hotels in Cirencester.

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The 3 best hotels in Cirencester, United Kingdom: De Vere Cotswold Water Park (budget), Kings Head Hotel (best value) and The Fleece at Cirencester (luxury). Sourced guest scores and reference prices.

Selected with the Top3Hotels method · Updated September 19, 2026IndependentNo paid rankings

At a glance

BudgetDe Vere Cotswold Water Park8.1/10 · €141 / nightBest ValueKings Head Hotel8.4/10 · €175 / nightLuxuryThe Fleece at Cirencester8.3/10 · €152 / night
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park, Cirencester
Budget
8.1€141 / night

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

★★★★Lake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E

Best forSmart-budget trips · Wellness breaks · Pool days

  • 8.1/10 from 6,293 guest reviews
  • 2.5 km to South Cerney Castle
  • Chosen from 3 hotels
6,293 Booking.com reviewsLocation 9Price checked on Booking.com · 19 Sep 2026
  • Guests sayLocation: Scenic lakeside setting with walking paths near Cirencester and the Cotswolds.
  • Value For Money: Reasonable room rates, though food, drinks, and spa access are often considered expensive.
  • Pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Free parking
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Why this Budget pick
  • Guest feedback: 8.1/10 from 6,293 guest reviews; joint review-score position 3 of 3 eligible properties in the provider sample.
  • Budget choice: €140.59 per night was the lowest eligible reference price after reserving the upscale choice.
  • Price context: €140.59/night versus a sample median of €151.54/night (7% below the median).
  • Location: Cirencester, Cirencester. Address: Lake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E. Walking times are estimates from map distance.
Kings Head Hotel, Cirencester
Best Value★ Our pick
8.4€175 / night

Kings Head Hotel

★★★★24 Market Place

Best forMost travellers · Sightseeing on foot

  • 8.4/10 from 827 guest reviews
  • ≈ 1 min walk to Church of St John the Baptist, Cirencester
  • Chosen from 3 hotels
827 Booking.com reviewsLocation 9.6Price checked on Booking.com · 19 Sep 2026
  • Guests sayLocation: Central position in the market square near shops, pubs, and restaurants.
  • Breakfast: Tasty cooked food, but service is often slow and continental options are limited.
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Great breakfast
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Why this Best Value pick
  • Guest feedback: 8.4/10 from 827 guest reviews; joint review-score position 1 of 3 eligible properties in the provider sample.
  • Best Value choice: balances the guest score, the number of reviews and the reference price; it is not necessarily the cheapest hotel.
  • Price context: €174.86/night versus a sample median of €151.54/night.
  • Location: Cirencester, Cirencester. Address: 24 Market Place. Walking times are estimates from map distance.
The Fleece at Cirencester, Cirencester
Luxury🔥 Luxury for less: cheaper than our best-value pick right now
8.3€152 / night

The Fleece at Cirencester

★★★★★Market Place

Best forSpecial occasions · Sightseeing on foot

  • 8.3/10 from 1,457 guest reviews
  • ≈ 2 min walk to Church of St John the Baptist, Cirencester
  • Chosen from 3 hotels
1,457 Booking.com reviewsLocation 9.6Price checked on Booking.com · 19 Sep 2026
  • Guests sayLocation: Central setting on the high street near shops, parks, and the cathedral.
  • Beds: Generally comfortable mattresses, though occasionally described as small or in need of replacement.
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Great breakfast
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Why this Luxury pick
  • Guest feedback: 8.3/10 from 1,457 guest reviews; joint review-score position 2 of 3 eligible properties in the provider sample.
  • Luxury choice: 5 stars (official). Five-star hotels are prioritized; a four-star fallback must score at least 8.5.
  • Price context: €151.54/night versus a sample median of €151.54/night.
  • Location: Cirencester, Cirencester. Address: Market Place. Walking times are estimates from map distance.

Compare the three hotels side by side · Hotels near: Church of St John the Baptist, Cirencester, South Cerney Castle

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Reference rate: 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults, 1 room · Price checked on Booking.com · 19 Sep 2026.

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Where to stay in Cirencester

Each pick sits in a different part of town. Choose the base that fits your trip.

Budget

Lake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E

De Vere Cotswold Water Park · 2.5 km to South Cerney Castle

Best for: Smart-budget trips, Wellness breaks, Pool days

Best Value

24 Market Place

Kings Head Hotel · ≈ 1 min walk to Church of St John the Baptist, Cirencester

Best for: Most travellers, Sightseeing on foot

Luxury

Market Place

The Fleece at Cirencester · ≈ 2 min walk to Church of St John the Baptist, Cirencester

Best for: Special occasions, Sightseeing on foot

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BudgetBest ValueLuxuryChurch of St John the Baptist, Cirencester · South Cerney Castle

Cirencester hotels compared

PickHotelAreaStarsGuest scoreRef. price / night
BudgetDe Vere Cotswold Water ParkLake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E48.1 (6,293)€141
Best ValueKings Head Hotel24 Market Place48.4 (827)€175
LuxuryThe Fleece at CirencesterMarket Place58.3 (1,457)€152

Questions about hotels in Cirencester

What is the best budget hotel in Cirencester?
De Vere Cotswold Water Park (Lake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E): 8.1/10 · 6,293 reviews · €141 / night · Guests say: “Location: Scenic lakeside setting with walking paths near Cirencester and the Cotswolds.”
What is the best value hotel in Cirencester?
Kings Head Hotel (24 Market Place): 8.4/10 · 827 reviews · €175 / night · Guests say: “Location: Central position in the market square near shops, pubs, and restaurants.”
What is the best luxury hotel in Cirencester?
The Fleece at Cirencester (Market Place): 8.3/10 · 1,457 reviews · €152 / night · Guests say: “Location: Central setting on the high street near shops, parks, and the cathedral.”
Where should I stay in Cirencester?
Our three picks are in Lake, 6, 17 Spine Rd E, 24 Market Place, Market Place. Open each hotel on the map to see the neighbourhood before you book.
Are these hotel prices live?
No. They are reference rates for 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults and 1 room, checked on Booking.com on September 19, 2026. The booking link shows the current rate for your dates.

How we pick the three

Budget is the lowest eligible reference rate. Best Value balances price and guest score. Luxury prioritises five-star hotels; if none qualify, a four-star rated 8.5+ is labelled as an upscale alternative. Every pick shows its source, review count and when we checked it. This is a data-based shortlist, not a paid ranking. How we choose →

Sources

Guest scores, review counts, reference prices and hotel photos: Booking.com. City photos: Wikimedia Commons. Sights: Wikipedia. Maps: OpenStreetMap. Price checked on Booking.com · 19 Sep 2026.

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