The Grosvenor Arms

Hotel · Shaftesbury

The Grosvenor Arms

Hotel · Shaftesbury

High St, Shaftesbury SP7 8JA, United Kingdom

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Stylish hotel, relaxed rooms, modern restaurant, courtyard

High St, Shaftesbury SP7 8JA, United Kingdom Get directions

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The Grosvenor Arms, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England - Explore & Book

"One of the oldest, highest and arguably the prettiest hill towns in rural England, Shaftesbury is the essence of olde Dorsetshire. It has Saxon roots, a whiff of Thomas Hardy, cobbles, thatch, and a bird’s-eye view of the Blackmore Vale from the top of iconic Gold Hill - famously captured in a sepia-tinted 1970s advert for Hovis loaves (directed, incidentally, by a young Ridley Scott). The Grosvenor Arms is the high street’s grande dame. Remodelled in the 18th century by the Duke of Westminster, it is Grade II listed with a showy Georgian frontage, 18 spacious bedrooms and a ballroom - but don’t imagine a trip down history’s memory lane. The once-faded inn has undergone several makeovers and is now a vibrant hub of activity, with a reclaimed bar, a cobbled courtyard, a spacious restaurant, and comfy leather sofas scattered here and there. A fun take on the country getaway. Highs Tasteful rooms with Italian cottons, rain showers and Nespresso coffee machines - the Cranborne and Balcony Suites are real show-stoppers A welcoming lounge-style bar with something for everyone: local ales, tasty cocktails, buzzing local chatter and dog-friendly Shaftesbury is a charming market town in the heart of green-welly country, within easy access of Longleat, Cranborne Chase and Stonehenge A relaxed restaurant serving lunch and dinner, with an authentic pizza oven and menu overseen by Tom Blake (formerly of River Cottage) Great value and a warm welcome Lows This is a centrally located hotel, so bar chatter and street noise can sometimes travel to rooms on the first floor and at the front of the hotel No on-site car park, but there are public car parks within walking distance No lift access to the second-floor rooms; if this is important, request a first-floor Standard or Premium Room" - Lesley Gillilan

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JMJMJMJMJMJMJMJM

Google

Advised about the parking so not an issue and did manage to pull up outside to unload the luggage. Receptionist was welcoming and very helpful. First impressions were it was a great hotel and wasn't wrong. Good directions to our suite, which was the biggest room we've ever stayed in and as for the bathroom I've never seen a bathroom or walk in shower that big. They need to show that on the room booking its colossal!|We had booked dinner and breakfast for 2 nights. The waiting staff were very friendly and helpful and the food at both dinner and breakfast delicious. The bar area was lovely, the courtyard was very quaint and all of the rooms you could sit in and relax in were being used and were delightful.|All of the staff were all very friendly and helpful.|The only tiny downside is the parking and no direct air con in the room but a small portable unit. We even had builders in the room next door we barely heard.|A must visit for the area, gorgeous town Shaftesbury and the hotel is so close to the famous Gold Hill.|Cannot rate this highly enough, a must, must stay even you want to visit anywhere near here. Thank you.

James Doughty

Google

Stayed here last weekend and it was fantastic. Was seen to straight away at reception when checking in, room was very spacious and had a great view out to the high street. Dinner was excellent and service at both dinner and breakfast was faultless. Will try to come back again soon.

wessexbound

Google

The only reasons I knocked off a star was because could have done with another staff member running the bar on a busy Saturday afternoon and some of the public area chairs were a bit stained but i appreciate there is ongoing refurbishment. All the staff we met were lovely, our room (no 19) was very clean and comfortable. Our dinner was superb - loved the local produce and slightly different choices. Definitely would stay again!

Rousseau1712

Google

We’ve been a number of times before, but not since 2014, so it was good to return. A lot has changed - the public areas are unrecognisable, but what they have done flows and works brilliantly. Our room was a very good size with a large terrace, and very nicely decorated and furnished. ||The food was very tasty and there are lots of options; next time we will try the pizza. Breakfast excellent. ||The staff were all lovely - nothing seemed too much trouble - and they made our stay very comfortable. A special mention to Amber who seemed to be everywhere and absolutely tireless, she is a brilliant asset to the hotel.

Andy Trickett

Google

Lovely one-night stay at this historic hotel. All staff were very welcoming and friendly, and on becoming aware it was a post-wedding break upgraded us to a lovely large room, so we were perhaps spoilt in that regard. Nevertheless, the dinner was excellent in all respects and reasonably priced, the sea bream a standout, plus a quality cheeseboard, and a breakfast full of choice. There's a welcome emphasis throughout on sourcing local produce. Limited range of wines, but fully sufficient, it isn't aiming to be top-end. More widely, Shaftesbury is a characterful historic town with an imposing hilltop position. The Grosvenor doesn't offer those Blackmore Vale views and is perhaps better placed for quiet as a result, but is just a minute's walk from seeing all you need on a lovely stroll of the town. Highly recommended.

Madeleine Reed

Google

I visited during the Shaftesbury Fringe and it was very busy, loud, and crowded, which was to be expected, but the staff remained calm, composed and friendly. I didn't eat but the food I saw served looked very good. The prices are a bit high, but it is a quality place so it's understandable.

Irina Pashkevich (Iriness Yoga & Wellbeing)

Google

We have been a group of 25 staying over the weekend at the hotel. It was a beautiful experience: hotel is lovely, clean; the personnel is friendly and caring; the rooms were great. The food was a culinary ecstasy - most amazing both for vegetarians and meat/fish eaters. The chef and the kitchen crew are simply amazing. We can't stop talking about the food. Super grateful for an amazing experience and will definitely come back again.

esthercogger

Google

I booked to stay here six months in advance and having never been to the area before I was delighted with the beautiful town and the fantastic hotel! I was staying on my own but everything was perfect! Thoroughly recommend.