The Blue Boar - Historic Country Inn near Stratford-upon-Avon

Hotels
8.5 (1298 reviews)
Temple Grafton, Alcester , Alcester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Comfortable accommodations
Cons:
Noise disturbances
Temperature issues
Water pressure problems

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Rooms were generally clean, but some issues with temperature control noted.
Service
9
Staff were friendly and accommodating, providing excellent assistance.
Location
8.5
Convenient location for visiting Stratford, easy access with Park and Ride.
Room Quality
8
Rooms were generally comfortable, though experiences with noise were noted.
Amenities
8.5
Well-appointed amenities, including a cozy bar and dining area.
Value for Money
8.5
Good price for the services offered, overall decent value.
Food and Beverage
9
Food quality exceeded expectations, with excellent meals.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall a positive experience, with hopes of returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:19

Property Description

Historic Charm and Original Features
The Blue Boar, dating back to the early 1600s, offers a unique stay filled with history and traditional charm. The bar's authentic character, original documentation, and charming open fire provide a glimpse into the inn's rich heritage.

Well-Equipped En Suite Rooms
Experience comfort and modern amenities in the well-equipped en suite rooms at the Blue Boar. While offering all the modern comforts you need, these rooms still showcase impressive original features like wooden beams and stone walls, adding to the historic ambiance.

Warm and Friendly Ambience
For over 5 centuries, the Blue Boar has welcomed guests with its warm and friendly atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the inn's historic past and enjoy a stay that combines traditional values with modern convenience.

Book your stay at the Blue Boar today to experience a blend of old-world charm and modern comfort.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1298 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Martha family_with_children at
9
Uriges Pub mit hochwertigem Angebot
Pros:

Wir hatten ein großes, blitzsauberes Zimmer und Bad. Frühstück war sehr gut und hat voll entsprochen.
Wir hatten Glück, dass relativ wenig Pubbetrieb war und wir in Ruhe abends essen und trinken konnten.

Cons:

Leider war keine Klimaanlage vorhanden; nur ein Luftreiniger/Ventilator. Das Frühstück war nur bis 8.30 möglich.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Terry couple gb
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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debbie couple gb
8
Lovely pub. Good food.
Pros:

Very clean. Lovely shower. Good evening meal. Eggs and toast for breakfast good. Lovely old pub.

Cons:

Bed too low. Noisy road junction after 6am.
No fresh milk at breakfast so no tea,coffee and cereal.
Breakfast times on week-days till 8.30. Too early if you are on holiday time.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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London solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Really lovely place spotlessly clean and staff couldnt of been anymore welcoming. I'm writing this review months after myself and partner spent the night because I thought I'd already done this...but needless to say I would absolutely go again .! 👍

Cons:

Nothing it was perfect!

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Alison solo_traveller gb
8
Very handy for visiting Stratford upon Avon.
Pros:

Great location, nice big room and bathroom. Clean and comfortable. Pub restaurant was excellent and had a lovely space for outdoor dining.

Cons:

Room was incredibly hot, we thought we had an air con unit but turned out to be an air purifier.
A choice of toast at breakfast would be good. Only white sliced offered.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Andy solo_traveller gb
8
Stratford stay
Pros:

We were going to the races and so we were able to get a cab fairly easily into town. It is a lovely building and the atmosphere on Saturday evening was vibrant.

Cons:

The booking of our table on the Saturday evening seemed a little haphazard, as it appeared we were waiting for a spare table rather than having a reservation.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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nigel solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Callum couple gb
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Howard couple gb
8
Quite an enjoyable stay once we got used to the quirky style of the inn
Pros:

Good breakfast. Good choice of evening meal

Cons:

More electrical sockets required in bedroom at more accessible areas for use of hair dryer etc

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Warren couple gb
10
Really pleasant stay in a really nice quiet environment.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and really great value for money

Cons:

Wasn’t there long enough!

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Excellent polite knowledgeable staff.
Room very clean and comfortable
Ate in the restaurachose,Chicken. Birayani the flavour was excellent the Butter Chicken was good too.

Cons:

EV charger in the carpark very challenging to use.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good feel with friendly staff. Room well appointed.

Cons:

Can be a bit noisy because of road.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Greg couple gb
1
Very Dissapointing
Pros:

The location and that we could charge our ecar

Cons:

the heating & water systems were faulty, so our room was too hot to sleep in and the water was freezing cold, too cold to shower in, so no sleep and smelly bodies!
Also, on arrival at 1045 (after a very long day) the barman was not going to serve us drinks until persuaded by a local that he should do so.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
10
Most enjoyable.
Pros:

The main surprise was the restaurant has great food and fine dining service. The menu incudes all of the usual choices + a few you would not expect such as a section of Indian cuisine which was very popular. Breakfast was very good. The wine list included a lot of european wines which is a bonus for us as we have found more and more being shipped half way around the world when we have the best wines here in europe.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent place to stay, a short ride from Stratford Upon Avon. The place is very clean and the staff very welcoming. Wo
Pros:

Lovely location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything was amazing,location ,appearance ,facilities but most of all the hospitality and the helpfulness .Made you feel so at ease and like one of family or closest friends .Highly recommend will definitely return .Breakfast was amazing

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Michele solo_traveller gb
9
Comfortable, clean room. Professional staff.
Pros:

Great oldey pub. Love the decor and ambience. Only spent one night. Room was very warm, but did have an air conditioning unit, which I did have to use. It had a low hum. Had an en-suite bathroom. I’m aware can’t be helped but took me ages to get to sleep because of this. The window opened to the main road, but luckily not too much traffic at night. Breakfast was good. All staff helpful and professional.

Cons:

As above -very warm room. I wouldn’t stay there at the height of summer. And humming/water running type noise, next to my room.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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brian couple gb
8
Pros:

Lovely country pub. Easy check in and really nice rooms, staff very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Simodema95 solo_traveller it
5
2026-05-18 via Nuitee