Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
Hotel, 4-starBondend Lane, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, United KingdomShow on map
8.1 · Very good1,713 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.3 out of 10, at Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Elegant Country House Setting Located on the outskirts of picturesque Gloucester, Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall offers a serene escape surrounded by acres of beautiful grounds.
Modern Rooms and Fine Dining Indulge in stylish en suite rooms with complimentary toiletries and a welcome tray. Enjoy delicious English cuisine at Bar and Brassiere by Bowden with stunning views of the lawns and lake.
Convenient Location and Local Attractions Just minutes from the M5, the hotel is ideally situated near Gloucester Quays Designer Shopping Outlet and Gloucester Cathedral. Explore nearby activities like the Gloucester Golf Club & Ski Centre.
Book now for a delightful stay at Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall, where elegance meets comfort.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
Rooms
8.1
Very good
Rated 8.1 out of 10 by 1,713 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service8.7
- Location8.3
- Rooms8.2
- Amenities7.2
- Value7.7
- Food & drink8.2
Guests mention
Friendly staffComfortable roomsGood food
ReynoldsUnited KingdomVery helpful lovely hotel
Clean staff friendly
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aniwde1BUDE, BUDE-STRATTON, CORNWALL, ENGLANDBreakfast
Stayed for one night with the afternoon tea, as we arrived they had a power cut, which did not last long , so our afternoon tea could be served, it was quite filling and we could not eat all of it, there were plenty…
lukebU9419JCDRYBROOK, FOREST OF DEAN, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, ENGLANDThe perfect wedding day – we couldn't have asked for more! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Andrea and I recently had our wedding at Bowden Hall and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience.
From day one, the team were incredible. Throughout all the planning and organising, they were always…
Odyssey07066433408Smell
Very basic I would not give 4 star for this hotel . The only thing all I could smell was sewage from the drains sat out side it was awful had to come in and sit in the lounge
The rooms are basic I think they need…
Gonzalo FedericoArgentinaLas vistas de la habitación y el jardin. Muy buena atención de parte de todo el personal, tanto en la recepción, como en el restaurant
FrancescoItalyLo staff molto cordiale e accogliente
Nella stanza mancava un armadio dove riporre i vestiti
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.3 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A credit card imprint will be required by the hotel at check-in as security for any extras taken during your stay. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature). Please note that the hotel does not have an elevator. However, there is a platform elevator up to the first floor suitable for wheelchairs only. Please note that the same payment card used to make the booking must be presented upon check-in at the hotel.This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel?
Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester.
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