Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Bar
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Comfortable amenities
Cons:
High food prices
Parking instructions unclear

Categories

Cleanliness
9.24
The property was very clean and the rooms were well kept.
Service
9.71
Friendly, professional and attentive staff observed in multiple reviews.
Location
9.25
Excellent central location noted by several guests.
Room Quality
9.2
Lovely and well-furnished rooms with comfortable amenities.
Amenities
9.23
Nicely appointed rooms with desirable amenities like a Nespresso machine.
Value for Money
8.19
Food prices noted as high, though overall experience is deemed good.
Food and Beverage
8.24
Food quality was good but had some mixed reviews on breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.71
Overall very positive with guests eager to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 23:51

Property Description

Luxury Accommodation
Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort at The Grosvenor Arms. Individually decorated rooms with luxury beds, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines ensure a relaxing stay in the heart of Shaftesbury.

Fine Dining and Drinks
Indulge in culinary delights at the stylish restaurant offering daily breakfast and a modern dinner menu. Unwind at the bar with an open fireplace or savor wood-fired oven pizzas at the courtyard terrace.

Convenient Location
Situated just a stone's throw away from Shaftesbury Abbey, our hotel provides easy access to local restaurants and shops. Book your stay now and immerse yourself in luxury and convenience at The Grosvenjsonor Arms.

Important information:

Kindly note the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Guests are required to present the credit card with which they secured the booking at check-in.

Guests should specify whether they prefer a twin bed configuration in the Special Requests box at the time of booking. Please note, this request is subject to availability.

Please note that only the large rooms can accommodate an extra bed. Any type of extra bed or cot is subject to request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Kindly note some accommodations is located on the second floor, and is accessible via stairs only. Therefore it may not be suitable for guests with mobility impairment.

Group bookings of 3-5 rooms have a cancellation policy of 14 days. This rule is also applied to individual bookings of 5 nights or more. Group bookings of 6+ rooms must be canceled outside of 28 days to avoid a cancellation charge. Full payment is required 14 days/28 days prior for the above bookings.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 433 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.24
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 8.24
Overall Experience: 9.71
M
Marina solo_traveller gb
6
Cons:

No parking

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
W
Wendy couple us
7
Good!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No air conditioning. No help with luggage and lots of stairs.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
D
Dave couple us
4
An average experience with no parking available—could not get in to room until 4pm
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No parking

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
T
Tracy solo_traveller gb
10
Won't stay anywhere else
Pros:

Everything but especially the staff being so friendly and helpful. Being dog friendly is great and the food is excellent. My room was amazing and ready early. I won't stay anywhere else when I visit Shaftesbury! Thank you!

Cons:

It's just a shame there's no nearer long term parking than Angel Lane. Oh some of the chairs in the bar are very badly stained and need a clean or replacing.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
T
Tracy solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything but especially the staff being so friendly and helpful. Being dog friendly is great and the food is excellent. My room was amazing and ready early. I won't stay anywhere else when I visit Shaftesbury! Thank you!

Cons:

It's just a shame there's no nearer long term parking than Angel Lane. Oh some of the chairs in the bar are very badly stained and need a clean or replacing.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
E
Emma couple gb
9
It exceeded our expectations, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

It’s quirky, centrally located, staff extremely friendly and helpful. Generous sized bedrooms and very clean.

Cons:

There wasn’t anything we didn’t like about it.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
S
Sandra solo_traveller gb
9
Super hotel in a lovely location.
Pros:

Great location and fantastic staff. Super food options and very dog friendly.

Cons:

A fridge in the room would be wonderful but not a criticism.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
I
Ian solo_traveller gb
9
Very Comfortable.
Pros:

Very well-looked-after and comfortable hotel. Quality rooms with quality bedding.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
R
Robert couple gb
8
Great location and friendly staff. Room would benefit from some upgrades.
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff and subsidised parking near by.

Cons:

On the downside no Air Con in the room (it was a hot, sticky day) and the shower was only overhead with no riser attachment. Also no mini fridge.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
A
Angie couple gb
6
Pros:

Room was pleasant and clean. Took room with Terrace.

Cons:

Had no hot water for shower. No water in the room.
Was not that impressed with the food.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
A
Amanda couple gb
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

I Stay often, staff are always friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Bathroom didnt have any space to lay out any of my own toiletries . Makes it awkward when getting ready. No shower cap provide. .

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
J
Jill couple gb
9
Loved it
Pros:

Great food. Central location and a very spacious room.

Cons:

Room overlooked the courtyard which was a bit noisy

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple gb
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
R
Rachael couple gb
10
Staff very friendly, lovely breakfast, a very pleasant stay.
Pros:

Lovely location, room was very welcoming and clean.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
G
Graham extended_group gb
10
Great hotel, breakfast superb, best croissant I’ve ever had!
Pros:

Beautifully presented clean and tidy rooms

Cons:

Cold shower on the second morning of our stay

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
M
Madeleine couple gb
9
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple gb
10
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
G
Geoff couple gb
9
A lovely stay in a historic hotel in the center of Shaftesbury.
Pros:

It’s central position

Cons:

Nothing identified

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan couple gb
10
Great location
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-28 via Nuitee