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Old Downton Lodge

★★★★★ Downton on the Rock, Downton, GB

9.6 guest rating· 144 reviews

The five stars

Old Downton Lodge holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

Guests score it 9.6/10 across 144 reviews.

About this hotel

Charming 18th-Century Farmhouse Retreat

Individually Designed Rooms : Each room at Old Downton Lodge features wooden beams, flagstone floors, a flat-screen TV, and a private modern bathroom with luxury toiletries. Some rooms even boast a romantic four-poster bed for a touch of elegance.

Award-Winning Dining Experience : Enjoy exquisite Full English breakfasts and evening meals in the grand dining room with stone walls and a high ceiling. With 3 AA Rosettes and a listing in the Michelin Guide, our seasonal menus, including A La Carte and Tasting options, promise a culinary delight.

Scenic Countryside Location : Nestled in the Shropshire countryside, our lodge offers breathtaking views and is a short drive from Ludlow’s historic town center and castle. Explore the surrounding countryside with scenic walks or visit nearby attractions like Croft Castle.

Book your stay at Old Downton Lodge for a luxurious countryside escape!

Rooms & rates

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Bridal Suite)

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Digital channels and DVD player </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and free bottled water </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, phone, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi and wired internet access</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Visual fire alarm</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (4Poster)

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi and wired internet access</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Digital channels and DVD player </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Hair dryer and shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Towels not available, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

A traditional four-poster bed features in this room, which also has a private modern bathroom with a selection of toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

A king-size bed, a private modern bathroom with a selection of toiletries, a flat-screen TV with DVD Player and a hairdryer are included in this room.

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

A private modern bathroom with a selection of toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer are included in this room. Some rooms feature oak paneling and traditional furnishing.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Mini golf
  • Business center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Adult only
  • Archery
  • Badminton equipment
  • Bowling
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
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  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Darts
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fishing
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Horse riding
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Squash
  • Tennis court

Location

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Downton on the Rock, Downton, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.6144 reviews

+ Beautiful hotel+ Exceptional food+ Attentive staff− Beds were a little small− Food was very rich
Cleanliness9.4
Service9.8
Location9.4
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.8

Excellent for a treat of a holiday

10.0

Excellent Eggs Royale for breakfast. Very comfy bed and beautiful parterres in the garden for a welcomed drink

− More homemade snacks ;)

Katy · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

10.0

Breakfast was amazing staff so attentive amazing

− Nothing

Allan · GB · 2026-07-21

Come for the food but enjoy high quality rooms and relaxation

9.0

Beautifully restored barns into a “venue”. Great food. Very relaxing.

− Narrow pot holes lanes to get there

Richard · GB · 2026-07-21

Peaceful, lovely surroundings, nice rooms, atmospheric restaurant/lounge area. Disappointing food.

8.0

Excellent choices for breakfast. Lovely surroundings. Very comfortable room. Very helpful and well-trained staff.

− Disappointed with the menu and the actual food. For a restaurant with rooms, we were expecting more than "pan fried cod with chip shop curry, scraps" (what on earth are scraps??!). This also appeared on the tasting menu which we could not have since we both had to have it - but were not tempted anyway. Wine list extensive but slightly overpriced.

Ian · GB · 2026-07-20

A really good hotel, with excellent food

9.0

The hotel is in a lovely countryside location, the beds are very comfortable, the food is excellent and the staff are very friendly and helpful. There are some lovely walks from the hotel.

− There is a 3 mile drive down a single track road, which isn’t too bad until you meet a tractor,or three, as we did, and had to keep reversing back to a passing place. We found the drinks to be very expensive,the cheapest bottle of wine being £40.

Beattie · GB · 2026-07-16

Exceptional from start to finish

10.0

Exceptional stay - the rooms were clean, tidy and cool (given the heatwave). The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was absolutely exceptional. We will be back!

Kate · GB · 2026-07-11

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Old Downton Lodge really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

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 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.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Internet

WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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›Parking

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

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.