The Kings Head Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1646 reviews)
8 High Street , Ross on Wye , gb

Free
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1646 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
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Muddassir solo_traveller ie
8
Very good hotel
Pros:

Location in town is very nice. They were very accommodating and allowed me to park motorcycle in the back garden alley rather than main parking. Breakfast was good, dinner in the pub was good. Pub is a great hangout place. Really liked the decor and a good selection of drinks at the bar. The window on the well in the main dining area is a nice touch

Cons:

The sign to the parking is hidden in the alley, they should have it on the main door. Stairs are steep and narrow, so old people should be aware it is a good climb. No lift obviously as it is an old building. Avoid if you have mobility issues.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
8
Great stay
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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John couple au
8
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Jennifer family_with_children gb
8
Comfortable and well located
Pros:

Very central location, walkable to shops, restaurants and the river. Room was comfortable and well equipped including window that opened and a good fan, appreciated on a warm night. Stairs up to the room are very uneven, steep and winding, landing is narrow - seriously, be warned. Breakfast was nice, limited choice as expected for a small hotel. Staff were friendly and everything seemed clean and worked well. Car park entrance is very tight, but there’s a public car park behind if you have a larger car and don’t want risk it.

Cons:

We were ok with the stairs but they were very steep and sloping.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Allen couple gb
9
Lovely stay
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice large comfy clean room. Good location and able to park at back of hotel.,Evening meal in the restaurant very nice, and good breakfast.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Allan solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely olde worlde hotel
Pros:

Friendly and extremely helpful staff, lovely olde worlde hotel

Cons:

Nothing, all good

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Rob couple us
9
Wonderful stay in the Kings Head
Pros:

Breakfast was very good..lots of choices and they were very accommodating with specific requests. The breakfast room is also great...dont forget to check out the 14th century well in the room!

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
M
margaret solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff good food clean room

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Marie couple gb
10
A lovely, welcoming dog friendly hotel which we would definitely book again if in the area
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay, the staff were welcoming and friendly, the hotel is full of character and the food was really nice. We booked a table for our evening meal which was a good job as it was very busy and we’d have struggled to get a table otherwise. Breakfast was included in our room rate and was very good. The hotel is right in the town centre in easy walking distance of the shops and a lovely walk alongside the river.

Cons:

Nothing really, ok there’s several stairs up to the rooms but if you stay in a place with history and character you can’t expect a straight staircase!

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Graeme & Helen couple gb
9
High quality food offering and lovely staff make for a great stay in centre of town
Pros:

staff were very accommodating and helpful. Breakfast and evening meals were top quality and well presented. Private car parking very useful in a busy town location

Cons:

old building so did not have the "clean lines" of some hotels, some reviewers say this adds to the overall charm

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Kerigan couple gb
8
very enjoyable
Pros:

Excellent breakfast, Good beer

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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ann couple gb
10
Great location. Lovely breakfast. Will definitely be back
Pros:

Perfect location.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Lynn solo_traveller gb
9
1 night stay in Ross on Wye
Pros:

Full of character but lovely and clean and comfortable

Cons:

Sourdough toast at breakfast seemed stale. We always eat sourdough but this was tough and barely toasted at all.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Kay solo_traveller nz
7
Pros:

Clean, central, excellent breakfast

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Dean solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

The charm of the place. along with its history was great. Great food and very helpful service. When we stepped outside we were in the main shopping area-great

Cons:

The 2nd flight of stairs were a little challenge, but to be expected on such an old building

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Pippa solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great hotel on the high street. Breakfasts were excellent, as was the food in the evening. The bar and the library were cosy places to sit and relax. The outside space was very limited (due to its being in the centre of the town) but it was close to other areas to sit outside in the sunshine. The hotel has a quirky layout with steep stairs. The room was huge and comfortable.

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike. The beds were on the firm side.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Louise extended_group gb
7
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Patrice couple gb
10
Enjoyable
2026-05-18 via Nuitee