The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group

Hotels
9 (2003 reviews)
Great North Road , Peterborough , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Great food
Cons:
Minor service delays
Some maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Several mentions of cleanliness being good, but some areas mentioned as needing improvement.
Service
9.25
Generally positive comments about staff friendliness and helpfulness, with some service delays.
Location
9.25
Positive mentions of the beautiful setting and convenience to attractions.
Room Quality
9.25
Guests frequently mention comfortable and well-maintained rooms.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities were well-received, with mentions of tea and coffee but some areas could improve.
Value for Money
9.25
Reviews suggest good value for the quality and experience provided.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Overall positive experiences with food, but individual dishes sometimes noted as average.
Overall Experience
9.25
High satisfaction expressed in multiple reviews, summarizing a very enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 22:10

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Charming Accommodation: The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire, a 17th-century coaching house, offers individually furnished rooms with modern amenities like Sky TV and free Wi-Fi, blending historic charm with comfort.

Culinary Delights: Guests can indulge in a full English breakfast and savour locally sourced, seasonal cuisine in The Galleried Restaurant, as well as traditional British and international flavors in The Bistro and The Village Bar.

Convenient Location: Set in the birthplace of stilton cheese, the property provides free parking and easy access to the A1, making it an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions like Peterborough and Cambridge.

Book your stay at The Bell Inn for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and culinary excellence!

Important information:

Please be aware that the property is licensed for marriage ceremonies and should you be booking on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday there may be a wedding and evening reception taking place in the hotel. For your information, the 3 Garden Rooms are located well away from the function part of the hotel.

Children are allowed on request. Please contact the property if traveling with a child. Additional fees apply.

When booking more than 8 rooms, please note that different conditions may apply.

Pets are allowed in the classic rooms on request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.

The hotel does not take cash payments at the property.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: LTN

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Adults stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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
Based on 2003 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
7
nice and relaxing
Pros:

comfy bed and location

Cons:

staff could be happier to see you at breakfast

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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René • couple • at
9
Altes Haus mit viel Charme
Pros:

Ein altes Inn aus dem 17. Jahrhundert mit entsprechend viel authentischem Charme, der sich auch in der Zimmer-Einrichtung wiederfindet. Viel ist niedrig und nicht alles gerade, aber in diesem Fall passt es. Der eigene Hotel-Parkplatz war willkommen. Das Abendessen war eher höherpreisig, aber gut und ansonsten gibt es im kleinen Ort nur mehr ein indisches Restaurant.

Cons:

Die Rezeption wirkte etwas vernachlässigt und wir mussten uns immer auf die Suche nach jemand Zuständigem machen. Beim Aus-Checken haben wir mangels Erfolg nur mehr den Schlüssel hinterlassen und konnten auch nicht - wie geplant - einen Original-Stilton kaufen.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jon • solo_traveller • ca
9
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Schekutin • couple • de
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • nz
9
Great location for a stopover when driving South to North. Great history and character. Staff very helpful and friendly
Pros:

Very characterful property
Comfortable

Cons:

Rooms on the small side

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Dr. Ruth • couple • us
8
A nice place to stay. We also stay in Cropwell Bishop so get the cheese, also available in Arizona!
Pros:

very nice room, good restaurant and breakfast, good staff.

Cons:

A ground floor room would have been better. 2 70+ oldies with heavy suitcases! Not always available though. Didn't spoil our stay.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
Very pleasant & relaxing. I'd stay there agai. One of the noces hotels we've we've ever stayes at.
Pros:

All very good, with friendly staff. The olde worlde decor.

Cons:

All good

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Sean • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Berry • couple • nl
6
Prima.
Pros:

Mooi, oud en sfeervol hotel. Restaurant prima, goede bedden.

Cons:

Kleine kamer, versleten badkamer, douchen in het bad.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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cristobal • extended_group • fr
10
Lieu raffiné, “old England”.
Pros:

Service de haute qualité. Lieu d’exception.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
8
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • gb
9
Overnight in Stilton
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice dinner & Breakfast, spacious room, parking, wi-fi and location..

Cons:

The mattress on the bed was on the "firm" side.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • au
10
Beautiful, spacious, clean. Staff were lovely and welcoming.
Pros:

Walked into our room and was blown away at how beautiful it was. I felt like a queen.
Large room with all the facilities. Large bathroom.

Cons:

The parking is minimal and initially it was an issue but once the evening came i was able to move the car into the car park.
The one other issue was we specially booked for dinner not knowing that Sunday dinner menu was basic, not like the menu we had looked at on line.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • nl
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
Great hotel would thoroughly recommend it.
Pros:

We had one of the garden rooms, very comfortable and pleasant .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
8
Good value hotel
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

More parking

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee