The William Cecil

Hotels
8.3 (994 reviews)
High Street St Martins , Stamford , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent breakfast
Charming location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unhelpful staff

Categories

Cleanliness
7.44
There were cobwebs found and the overall cleanliness was not well-received.
Service
9.41
Staff were described as unhelpful but overall service was acceptable.
Location
9.45
The location was praised as lovely and convenient.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms were comfortable but had issues like small beds and insufficient heating.
Amenities
8.93
Amenities were standard but would benefit from more thoughtful design.
Value for Money
7.89
Value was questioned, especially regarding breakfast pricing.
Food and Beverage
6.94
Breakfast quality was poor with unappetizing options and presentation.
Overall Experience
8.41
The stay had pleasant moments, although several issues affected the overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:55

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Step into a world of elegance at The William Cecil within the historic Burghley Estate. Indulge in uniquely designed rooms adorned with original features and Egyptian cotton sheets for the ultimate comfort.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor the taste of fresh, seasonal cuisine at the charming restaurant offering locally sourced ingredients. Explore an excellent wine selection and unwind with a drink in the relaxed ambiance.

Ideal Venue for Events
With 4 meeting rooms equipped with modern technology and natural light, host successful gatherings for 10 to 120 delegates. Benefit from wireless internet access throughout for seamless connectivity.

Experience history and luxury intertwined at The William Cecil. Book your stay now to immerse yourself in this enchanting retreat.

Important information:

Please note this is a historic and listed building and there is no elevator.

Some of our rooms have low ceilings.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and 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 13 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 13 years old stay for £25 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

8.3
Based on 994 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.44
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 6.94
Overall Experience: 8.41
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James solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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joan couple gb
8
A very pleasant stay.
Pros:

A good choice of food, prompt delivery of cooked breakfast and coffee. All the staff were very pleasant and helpful. We were impressed with the Verrio suite. Our room was very clean.
Plenty of parking space and ideally located for the town and Burghley House and Park.
For us it was just a one night stopover so it was perfect being just off the A1. We would definitely return.

Cons:

The public areas of the hotel were, in places, a bit grubby/tatty.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Patrick family_with_children it
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
9
A lovely boutique hotel with good parking and prime location to access Stamford & Burghley House.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff.

Cons:

Shower wasnt great to control.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Hilary solo_traveller ie
8
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
8
A nice relaxing experience
Pros:

It’s history
Ample Parking
Great location

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Sarida solo_traveller th
10
a fantastic retreat
Pros:

what a gorgeous hotel! I was put in the "Wild Floral" room and I was impressed at how the staff just somehow knew I would love a very light, feminine room with flowery wallpaper and very elegant furnishings. breakfast was delicious and the hotel is just a short walk away from the main center of Stamford village (which is one of the most adorable towns I've visited!) will definitely be back for a stay at the William Cecil whenever I get the chance!

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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richard solo_traveller gb
9
very pleasant stay
Pros:

service at the breakfast was very good.
Room was lovely and everywhere was comfortable and clean

Cons:

Only negative (only small) was bed was almost too big for the room. Very little room to walk between wall and end of the bed.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Laurent solo_traveller fr
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Jonathan solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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MICHAEL couple gb
10
We loved it
Pros:

Staff were friendly and efficient, room was very comfortable. We had dinner and breakfast, both excellent. The set menu for dinner was very good value for money. We were only sorry that we were only with you for one night.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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david couple gb
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Rob solo_traveller nl
10
Geweldig
Pros:

Alles. Mooie kamer, mooi hotel, vriendelijk personeel, goed eten, prachtige lokatie, parkeerplaats, kasteel dichtbij, leuk oud stadje

Cons:

Niets

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Josephine solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Lovely old fashioned hotel,clean and comfortable. ALL the staff were brilliant. The bedroom was clean and comfortable,beds excellent.

Cons:

The outside area for drinks and snacks needed a sweep and tidy and some of the umbrellas were broken, prices were high for everything.I was surprised at breakfast that there were no serving tongs to get bread or pastries and the butter was left uncovered.
The shower cubicle was very small.
There was loud traffic noise all time but that is not the fault of the hotel.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Josh couple nz
6
Was ok
Pros:

Generally good location

Cons:

Staff seemed permanently confused

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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KENICHI solo_traveller jp
10
Pros:

イングランドのquaintな建物

Cons:

近くに宿泊施設が少なく仕方ないかもしれないが、高価である点

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Liz solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Nice staff, very comfortable and clean

Cons:

No issues at all

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Carina solo_traveller ie
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
9
Given a room upgrade which made it good value for money
Pros:

Location. Ambience

2026-06-15 via Nuitee