The Kings Head Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1707 reviews)
8 High Street , Ross on Wye , gb

Free
Pets allowed

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

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 1707 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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Helen couple gb
5
Not as expected!
Pros:

Location!

Cons:

Very dated and not the cleanest!

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
K
Kevan couple gb
5
Under whelming.
Pros:

Location and character

Cons:

Breakfast not good.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
J
Jack couple gb
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Mike couple gb
8
Comfortable stay, nice bed, excellent staff. Breakfast was limited but cooked options were excellent and well presented.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff. Room was spacious, comfortable and included effective aircon - a must in this weather.

Cons:

Stairs up to the room were narrow and steep. No lift. Had to have help in getting suitcase up.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
A
Always going somewhere solo_traveller gb
6
Business overnight ok
Pros:

Good breakfast would have liked more fresh fruit

Cons:

Boiling hot no air conditioning

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
D
Debbie couple gb
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple gb
9
Good for a short stay. Very enjoyable and a good base
Pros:

Breakfast very good and location is accessible

Cons:

Rather a limited choice of evening menu.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
E
Edward couple gb
8
Very nice old traditional hotel
Pros:

Very nice breakfast

Cons:

Tea was brought too early and wasn't hot when breakfast arrived

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
J
Julie couple gb
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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geoffrey solo_traveller nz
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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wendy couple gb
9
Beautiful hotel, great location
Pros:

Excellent location, staff lovely, breakfast was excellent

Cons:

Waited quite a while for breakfast

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
10
This is the 2nd stay in this pub & would definitely go back.
Pros:

This is a very old hotel that has kept all its character & charm with lovely creaky uneven floors beautifully decorated with in period. Housekeeping had provided a cotton sheet for the bed which had been placed on the bed so we had the choice of quilt or sheet . This is the 2nd stay in this pub & would definitely go back.

Cons:

Not able to stay longer.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
S
Stuart couple gb
9
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
T
Tracey extended_group gb
10
Pros:

Staff were fantastic and friendly

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
C
Colin couple gb
8
A good value stay in a great location.
Pros:

A very nice old fashioned pub residence. The room was spacious and clean.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
B
Bethan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything. Staff exceptional. Breakfast and dinner fabulous at great prices as were drinks. Room lovely 4 poster. Fan on arrival

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
K
Keith extended_group gb
6
Staff were great but rooms/equipment was dated. Restaurant not open!
Pros:

The staff were great. Friendly and professional. Hotel was clean. Bar, restaurant and sitting room was friendly and welcoming. Local beer was very good. Corn Exchange next door attached was great last when I stayed. Also meal was really good. Best steak I’d had in sometime….. unfortunately…

Cons:

The restaurant was/is not open now on a Sunday &Monday. The days our group booked either day or both. I’d been recommending since my stay last year as a great location for our annual
Golf event. Also the Corn Exchange brewery/tap room was shut on same days. When I enquired last year there was no mention of closure! Rooms were dated and although they were clean and well presented: shower didn’t work well and kept falling into the bath. Some fault with the clasp. TV was small screen and must have been ten years old minimum. Water and tea/coffee facilities were good and staff supplied ice, a fan and a bed sheet - very welcome in this hot weather. And finally - there is no lift. Only two floors above bar/restaurant. Stairs were steep, difficult to negotiate.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
N
Nigel couple gb
7
Fit for our purpose for an overnight stay.
Pros:

Air con in bedroom, good breakfast included in price and gluten free options available. Only stayed one night and visited a local independent restaurant for evening meal. Car park available for residents.

Cons:

Room was at the highest point so a tortuous route through the very old building to get there. Bed was a bit uncomfortable and bedroom quite small in size.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
P
Paul extended_group gb
8
Great small hotel cosy bar lovely food great location
Pros:

Location the bar & the food

Cons:

The garden area

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
M
Michele extended_group gb
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee