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

Hotels
8.5 (1405 reviews)
Temple Grafton, Alcester , Stratford-upon-Avon , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1405 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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Steven couple gb
8
A great inn, good location and great food.
Pros:

Large bedroom with king size bed. Food was great with very good staff who were happy to provide decaf coffee and Earl Grey tea at breakfast. Great atmosphere in the bar and restaurant. Outside seating was plentiful and the glass box was an asset. Parking was easy and provides 3 charging spaces. Great location for Stratford-upon-Avon.

Cons:

Room needs a refresh. Loose light fittings and toilet roll holder. Uncomfortable bed - bouncy and lumpy which meant a disturbed night. There was an air conditioning unit in the room, but too noisy to use at night and didn’t produce a cooling effect. Basic 24” TV seems outdated and the remote didn’t work properly. Better bedside storage in the room and large shelving in the bathroom would help.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
9
Lovely place for a stopover - super restaurant and clean, comfortable room.
Pros:

Great location, very clean, good facilities, helpful and friendly staff and tasty food.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Christine couple gg
4
Will not stay there again
Pros:

The evening meal

Cons:

Noisy bedroom. Above the kitchen very hot had a really bad night sleep. Poor breakfast. Poor quality ingredients. Service was very strange with some very inappropriate comments made to me and my husband which were very sexist and rude

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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julie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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nick couple gb
7
Okay but not overwhelming
Pros:

Proximity to where we needed to be

Cons:

Every bill needed amendment, one of the staff was as miserable as sin

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
9
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Henderson couple gb
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Silviu family_with_children be
10
Pros:

A part being close to Will’s house and an useful stop on your way to the UK, there’s ..Steve.
One of the 3 bosses.
Friendls and witty, he made a gentleman’s gesture for me and my family: he made us breakfast for 7H am, without paying for it.
Thought I booked it with but finally..I didn’t.
And he did it twice( we had two separate nights staying).
Really tried to pay for these 2 breakfasts but he refused solemenly.

Thank you, Steve!

Cons:

Each night: different party which made the sleeping a bit poorly
Nothing very serious.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple gb
10
Pros:

Staff very helpful and accommodating , food exceptional

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple gb
9
Pros:

Very hospitable staff

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Gabriel couple es
6
Pub auténtico
Pros:

Tenía personalidad

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Simpson solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Really lovely pub, breakfast was a nice touch, comfy bed, gorgeous sunrise from the window in the morning

Cons:

Rooms smaller than they looked in photos but still pleasant.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Silviu family_with_children be
8
Pros:

L’amabilité de manager qui nous a préparé le petit déjeuner pour notre départ tôt, dans la matinée.

Cons:

Le bruit fait par d’autres occupants de l’hôtel car une des 2 chambres eues était à côté de la sortie.
On a dormi très peu.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Henderson couple gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Tracey couple gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was full of character and charm fantastic food offering and really friendly staff.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Suzanne family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee