Badminton Horse Trials is always a highlight of the eventing season, so if you’re looking to make the most of the event by staying close by, check out our comprehensive list of hotels near Badminton Horse Trials, including guest houses, B&Bs and self-contained accommodation.
This year the event runs from 8–12 May and accommodation in the local area will book up well in advance, so we suggest booking as early as possible. Many visitors drive up the night before and find a hotel a short drive away to beat the traffic in the morning.
Budget hotels within 12 mile drive of Badminton Horse Trials
The Old House At Home
Distance: 2.4 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This ivy-clad free house has a few rooms just down the road from Badminton.
Cross Hands Hotel
Distance: 3.8 miles | Tripadvisor: 3.5/5
This 14th-Century posting house is in the heart of the Gloucester countryside yet just off the M4, and is complete with a pub and restaurant.
Best Western Plus Angel Hotel
Distance: 4 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This hotel in the centre of Chippenham has brasserie dining, an indoor pool and gym, free parking and Wi-Fi.
The Dog Inn
Distance: 4.3 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This B&B has a restaurant, garden, terrace and bar.
Best Western Compass Inn
Distance: 4.5 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This 3-star hotel has buffet, à la carte and continental options at breakfast.
Stanton Manor
Distance: 9.2 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This historic country house hotel is set in acres of beautiful grounds.
Premier Inn Chippenham
Distance: 10.2 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
If you’re on a budget, these double rooms have a comfy bed, power shower and free Wi-Fi.
Travelodge Chippenham
Distance: 10.8 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This budget stay can’t be too bad at all with a great Tripadvisor rating.
Travelodge Chippenham Leigh Delamere
Distance: 11.2 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This travelodge sits just off the M4 westbound so is great if you’re after something easy.
Mid-range hotels near Badminton Horse Trials
Windylands B&B
Distance: 3.7 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This B&B has a garden, free Wi-Fi and parking on site.
The Kings Arms
Distance: 4 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This pet-friendly 4-star inn has a range of rooms, garden, bar and restaurant.
Neeld Arms
Distance: 5.5 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This 17th-century stone country inn is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the ancient and unspoiled village of Grittleton.
The Crown Inn at Tolldown
Distance: 6.1 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
The Crown Inn offers stylish self-contained accommodation and a high-quality food menu.
Snooty Fox Hotel
Distance: 10 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
Set in the heart of the market town of Tetbury, this hotel offers en-suite rooms with traditional décor.
The Old Bell
Distance: 10.2 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
England’s oldest hotel (from 1220) offers quintessentially English service and hospitality.
De Vere Tortworth Court Hotel
Distance: 10.8 miles | Tripadvisor: 4/5
This historic Gothic mansion sits in tranquil parkland, is pet-friendly and boasts an indoor pool, spa bath, gym, and a sauna.
Luxury hotels near Badminton Horse Trials
The Manor House Hotel & Golf Club
Distance: 6.3 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This hotel set in 365 acres of secluded parkland and has 50 individually designed bedrooms.
Hare & Hounds Hotel
Distance: 7.5 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This traditional English country house hotel has a popular restaurant and bar.
Lucknam Park Hotel
Distance: 9.8 miles | Tripadvisor: 4.5/5
This hotel boasts an extensive award winning spa, restaurant with open kitchen and equestrian centre.
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