Escape to The Old Rectory, where warm hospitality meets rustic charm. Savor an English breakfast, unwind on the picturesque terrace, and connect with in-room WiFi. Helpful staff have made a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Bar/lounge
Room service
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
$117 nightly
The total price is $140
$140 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Double Room (Cosy)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
194 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Luxury Double Room
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
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Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
215 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed
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Standard Single Room
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
194 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Double Room, 1 King Bed (King Size Double with ½ corona)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
344 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Executive Double Room
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
215 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Four Poster)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
301 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Double or Twin Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
194 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Suite
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
215 sq ft
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Getting around
Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 71 min drive
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Wem Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Shawbury Fish Bar - 10 min drive
Wem Town Hall - 9 min walk
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About this property
The Old Rectory
The Old Rectory is a great choice for a stay in Shrewsbury. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
14 rooms
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 12.5 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 19.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Old Rectory Hotel Shrewsbury
Old Rectory Shrewsbury
The Old Rectory Hotel
The Old Rectory Shrewsbury
The Old Rectory Hotel Shrewsbury
Frequently asked questions
Does The Old Rectory offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Rectory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Old Rectory?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Old Rectory?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Rectory?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of GBP 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Old Rectory and nearby?
The Old Rectory has a garden.
What's the area around The Old Rectory like?
The Old Rectory is located a short 9-minute walk from Wem Town Hall.
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The Old Rectory Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, plentiful, and delicious, with many guests praising the quality and service. (36 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2025
Our Stay
Wonderfully friendly, helpful staff.
A spacious bedroom, quiet and well equipped.
The only blip was the dated bathroom. Painted chips to the bath and the ‘gold’ rubbed off the taps etc.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2025
A very enjoyable stay
A lovely old house, so creaking floorboards and no lift but that just goes with the character of the property. Very friendly and efficient staff, very clean, excellent breakfast, very good 'light bites' food in bar which was all we needed in the evening (restaurants about 10 mins walk away). My bed could have done with a new mattress but in any event I slept like a log so can't complain too much about that.
Mozley
Mozley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Really lovely stay.
Really lovely attentive staff. beautiful building and gardens. We only stayed one night on our way to somewhere else but it was so nice id like to go back and explore there a bit more.
Lorna
Lorna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Wonderful Reception Staff!
The member of staff on reception is excellent. She moves around from reception to bar to restaurant and is very efficient - she is a credit to the hotel!
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Everything about this place was great. I hope to get back there soon
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Lovely Stay!
We loved our stay at the Ancient Gatehouse. The room was lovely and looked out over the green in front of the Wells Cathedral. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the hotel has an excellent Italian restaurant, where we enjoyed a delicious dinner before walking around the lovely town of Wells. Americans should know it is not air conditioned, but air conditioning is rare in the UK and Europe. There is a fan and lovely large windows. We will definitely return.
Catherine
Catherine, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
A lovely place to stay
Stayed one night here and it was lovely. The building is beautifully decorated and is clearly looked after by the owners. Our room was bright and decorated in keeping with the age of the building.
We had a drink in the bar and sat in the living area which was very nice. Breakfast the next morning was freshly cooked and plentiful. The staff are lovely and would definitely stay again if we were back in the area.
Mrs A M
Mrs A M, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Great place to stay
Our stay was excellent! the building is set in a lovely quiet area at the edge of the village, and the staff were so friendly and helpful.
Max
Max, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
The bed hurt me.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Excellent stay, staff absolutely brilliant
Cheryl
Cheryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Lovely stay, beautiful property and incredibly friendly staff. The afternoon tea was delicious. Thank you so much!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Lovely stay
Was a lovely stay for a friends wedding nearby. Nothing was too much trouble. The customer service was 10/10 so friendly and hospitable. Beds were comfy and rooms were clean. Breakfast was lovely and freshly made
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Great Stay
Really nice place to stay, the room I had was also huge.
The service was very friendly and efficient, and the breakfast was probably the best hotel breakfast I’ve ever had.
Liam
Liam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 1, 2025
Lovely setting and grounds
Really liked the hotel architecture and grounds. Staff were very pleasant and friendly. Breakfast options for vegans. Quiet and comfortable setting. Some of the furniture in the room could do with an upgrade as some tired and stained. Bathroom could be a bit cleaner around taps and shower basin.
Rosanna
Rosanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
2 night stay.
Lovely period hotel with mostly period furniture. Very welcoming and helpful staff. I was staying on my own but there was such a good friendly atmosphere I didn’t feel “on my own”. It was beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Our second stay this year.
The property is very comfortable, the staff are all very helpful & friendly.
A great breakfast each morning.
We look forward to returning in 2025 & fully recommend the Old Rectory.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2023
Beautifully quiet, wonderful breakfast, lovely staff
Second time we have stayed there, will be staying there again in the future.
Damian
Damian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
It was wonderful so quiet set in beautiful grounds.
Damian
Damian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2023
Everything was great really enjoyed all aspects of our stay
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2023
very helpful staff and nice hotel
DAVE
DAVE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2023
Friendly and welcoming staff, a really excellent breakfast, and a lovely building in a great location, within striking distance of Shrewsbury.
IRENE
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Beautiful property ,friendly staff. Great service
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
A great quintessential British place to stay. The staff are very friendly and very kind. It has a beautiful garden and easy safe parking.
In a fine location to explore Shrewsbury.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
We have stayed a number of times. The rooms are comfortable, the staff always very pleasant & welcoming.
A really good breakfast to start the day.
A good location for seeing Shropshire from, park & ride for Shrewsbury is only a short drive, Attingham National Trust is also within easy reach.
We look forward to returning again.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2023
Fantastic Hotel
Had two nights here. Amazing place, staff super helpful…….. came away hoping we can bring friends here another day!!!