About this property
Historic Setting: Old Downton Lodge in Downton offers a 5-star inn experience within a historic building. The property is adults-only and highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent service support. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include bathrobes, parquet floors, and work desks, ensuring a relaxing and productive stay. Dining Experience: The traditional and romantic restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian options. Guests can enjoy full English or Irish breakfasts, high tea, and dinner in a cozy setting. Local Attractions: Located 55 mi from Birmingham Airport, the inn is near Ironbridge Gorge (29 mi), Wigmore Castle (4.3 mi), and Ludlow Castle (7.5 mi). Activities such as fishing and cycling are available for guests.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Nathan
United Kingdom“Picturesque building in glorious scenic location. Room was magnificent and staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful and engaging.”- Natasha United Kingdom“beautiful hotel, very quiet, food was exceptional, staff amazing, rooms were stunning and comfortable”
- James United Kingdom“Peaceful location. Beautiful building. Spacious well appointed room”
- Trish United Kingdom“Lovely location, lovely staff, great food. Pleasant bar and sitting area in the garden.”
- Hannah United Kingdom“This hotel has become our perfect getaway for an evening of great food, wonderful service and gorgeous accommodations. We try to visit as many times as year as we can”
- Simon United Kingdom“Lovely rooms, with very well equipped bathrooms. Great location in the countryside.”
- Nicholas
United Arab Emirates“Just so pleasant and relaxed. The place was infectious !” - Janet United Kingdom“We had a lovely room-a converted outhouse, comfortable and stylish. Perfectly clean.”
- Julie United Kingdom“All aspects were excellent. Staff were so helpful. Quality of rooms and food were great.”
- Jose United Kingdom“The whole ‘package’ was superb. The accommodation, the food and the brilliant hosts and staff.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forDinner • High tea
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Dinner is served 7 nights a week from 6.00pm till 8.30pm. Tasting menu and A La Carte available Tuesday-Saturday. Sunday-Monday A La Carte only. Half board option includes 3 courses of The A La Carte Menu (upgrade to Tasting Menu is available at extra cost). The sitting room/bar closes the door at 11pm.
Please inform Old Downton Lodge 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.
