The Kings Head Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1778 reviews)
8 High Street , Ross on Wye , GB

Free

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable rooms
Good food
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Minor room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.14
Rooms were noted as spotless in some reviews, but there were multiple minor cleanliness issues reported.
Service
9.11
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.15
Many reviews praised the excellent location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms were generally comfortable and well-appointed, with some specific concerns about temperature and noise.
Amenities
8.63
Amenities were generally well-received, though some issues were mentioned.
Value for Money
8.59
Most feedback indicated good value, with some exceptions related to specific issues.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Food quality was mentioned positively in several reviews.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall experience was rated positively by most guests, with a few minor criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:35

Property Description

Historic Charm

Experience the charm of a 14th century hotel with original oak beams and a large stone fireplace. Each room on the first or second floor offers an en suite bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi.

Fine Dining and Drinks

Indulge in the popular on-site restaurant, open to all, featuring a 19-meter well and fresh market produce. The Kings Bar offers a variety of single malts, wines, and local ales.

Ideal Location for Exploring

Conveniently located for exploring The Wye Valley, Black Mountains, and more, with attractions like Tintern Abbey and Goodrich Castle nearby. Book now to experience history and luxury in Ross-on-Wye.

Important information:

All rooms are on either first or second floor, and there is no elevator. The hotel is not suitable for anyone who has difficulty with stairs.

Reservations for the restaurant are necessary. To guarantee a reservation at the restaurant please contact the hotel in advance to reserve a table, once you have booked your room. Bar meals are not served on Friday and Saturday nights or when the restaurant is very busy.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BHX

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1778 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.14
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
J
Jon couple gb
7
Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Steep stairs to rooms

2026-09-05 via Nuitee
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stephen solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

After many visits standards are consistent

Cons:

1st time not able to park due to being full.fortunetly adjacent pay and display, being a Sunday was free.no issues

2026-09-03 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller gb
8
One night in Ross on Wye.
Pros:

Great location in town centre. Quirky old building with charm.
We had a bedroom at the front of the Inn and could hear traffic from quite early in the morning. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff friendly.
Good choice of beers and a well presented and tasty breakfast.
Very dog friendly.

Cons:

Early morning traffic noise.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
M
Mark solo_traveller gb
10
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
J
Janet couple gb
7
Ok
Pros:

Breakfast and location

Cons:

Noise through the night from street and stairs up to top floor not very wide when taking heavy bags up.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
8
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
S
stephen solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Period property,spacious room and en suite

Cons:

Stairs really steep on one set, room was adjacent to high street, so traffic noise anuisance

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
10
Absolutely fantastic great weather beautiful shower and bathroom and a very comfortable bed! !
Pros:

Excellent breakfast! I have a good appetite and after eating my breakfast I needed a crane to lift me out of my chair haha ! The staff are hardworking and nothing is too much trouble for them and they enjoy a joke ie plenty of water during the very hot weather! The breakfast room is all laid out nice with plenty of room with large tables.

Cons:

The fun part is the spiral staircase haha . Perfectly manageable and you’ll reach your bedroom that’s the main thing. In fact there are a choice of 2 staircases great for hiding seek haha ! All good fun !

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
P
Powell couple gb
10
Exceeded expectations, even though we’d visited for a drink before (but not stayed or eaten there) .
Pros:

Fantastic historic pub and inn. Very cosy, great beer and exceptional food. Right in the heart of Ross.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
A
Alison solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

Room very small and was too warm.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
S
Sharon extended_group gb
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
C
Cheryl couple au
8
Great stay, nice food. Walk straight out the door and you are in the town. Room nice and quiet
Pros:

A lovely old hotel very well kept. Staff were great. Very nice breakfast and the lady that served it was very nice. Car parking was really good. Room was big, bed comfy, shower was nice with good pressure. Tea and coffee in our room.

Cons:

Nothing to not like

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth family_with_children gb
9
An enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Historic hotel with atmospheric bars serving a variety of ales. Meandering staircases through several floors. In the town centre with a car park to the rear of the hotel. Good breakfast.

Cons:

No food available in the evening - it was a Sunday - but several nearby eating places.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Darren couple gb
8
Very pleasant, we would go back
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent for choice and quality

Cons:

Bathroom a little tired and shower screen allowed water to leak onto the floor

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
D
Diane couple gb
9
A popular hotel in the heart of the town
Pros:

The rooms were well equipped. Food was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Easy to access the town with all its independent shops. A lively atmosphere in the evening with visitors and locals.

Cons:

Steep stairs.
Finding the hotel in the one way system even with the satnav.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
N
Nigel solo_traveller gb
5
Overnight stay in Ross on Wye.
Pros:

Staff were helpful and the breakfast was good.

Cons:

No fault of the premises, but the building is very old and access via the stairs would challenge anyone unsteady on their feet. Access to the hotel car park is very tight and you need to approach it exactly square on.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
R
Ricky couple gb
6
Ok . Poor value for money
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Tired run down needed repair wasn’t worth 150 a night

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
M
michael couple gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Well situated in centre of town

Cons:

Difficult access to the car park

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
B
Brian family_with_children gb
7
Adequate
Pros:

Breakfast was ok

Cons:

STAIRS very steep and narrow in places

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
B
Bryn couple gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was good & the room was spotless & the staff very friendly

2026-08-23 via Nuitee