Name: Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall | Hotel in Gloucester - ALL
Address: Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards, GLOUCESTER, GL4 8ED, GB
Telephone: +441452255012
Rating: 4.5

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

Located on the outskirts of picturesque Gloucester and set among 12 acres of Cotswolds greenery, the Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel is the ideal country retreat. Recently refurbished public areas have brought this hotel back to its former glory, boasting a breathtaking blend of traditional and contemporary design that will satisfy any guest. Locally inspired artworks, bespoke crystal chandeliers, and soft pastel shades create a leisurely atmosphere with a touch of English elegance.

Explore chocolate-box Upton St Leonards, step back in time at Painswick Rococo Garden, or explore the Cotswolds. Back at the hotel, enjoy freshly prepared cuisine in the Brasserie at Bowden with exquisite views across the lawns and the lake. Make your big day stress-free with your very own wedding planner and live out your ultimate wedding fantasy. Based in the beautiful Cotswolds, this Georgian hotel is the idyllic backdrop to tie the knot for you and 200 of your nearest and dearest.

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel is 3 miles from Gloucester railway station and the theatre at Gloucester Guildhall.
We are accepting Christmas Dining & Party bookings! Get in touch to discuss more.

Hotel extras

Grade II listed building with original features
12 acres of parkland and lakes filled with local wildlife
Within three miles of Gloucester railway station
Wedding facilities which can accommodate 200 guests

Our accommodation(s)

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Classic room with 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Room

Classic room with 2 single beds

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Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)

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Room

Classic family room for 2 adults and 1 child

3 pers. max

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s) and 1 x Single bed(s)
Views: Garden View

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Standard Room with 1 double bed Garden side

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Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Privilege room with 1 double bed

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Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View

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Room

Superior suite with 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)
Views: Garden View

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Room

Accessible double room - 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible double room - 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Hotel location

Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards
GL4 8ED GLOUCESTER
United Kingdom

GPS:51.834147, -2.188742

+44 1452 255012

+44 161 388 0915

GLOUCESTER STATION

Railway station

Access: 6.11 km / 3.8 mi 11 min drive

ANTIQUES CENTRE

Tourist attraction

Access: 1 km / 0.62 mi 1 min walk / 1 min drive

PRINKNASH PARK

Tourist attraction

Access: 1.7 km / 1.06 mi 30 min walk / 5 min drive

PAINSWICK ROCOCO

Botanical gardens

Access: 3.9 km / 2.42 mi 9 min drive

WATERWAYS MUSEUM

Museums

Access: 4.4 km / 2.73 mi 14 min drive

CATHEDRAL

Tourist attraction

Access: 4.9 km / 3.04 mi 16 min drive

FOLK MUSEUM

Museums

Access: 4.9 km / 3.04 mi 16 min drive

Hotel services

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

On site

Car park
Restaurant
Fitness center
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms
100% Non Smoking Property
Room service

BRASSERIE AT BOWDEN

The hotel is friendly, professional team make sure dishes from the Brasserie Menu are served just the way you like. Order afternoon tea with scones and tempting snacks from the lounge menu, or take advantage of room service 24 hours a day.

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 6
Surface of the largest room: 209 m² / 2249.655 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 250
Maximum capacity for banquets: 200

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Our guest reviews

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ALL Rating 4.5/5 1,195 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating 4.0/5 1,715 reviews

Adrian R. Business - 1/16/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Clean rooms , friendly staff , great food !

Dear Adrian, Thank you for such a fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that, having stayed in other hotels in the area, the Mercure stands out for you. Clean rooms, friendly staff, and great food are exactly what we aim to deliver, so it is wonderful to know we hit the mark. We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again very soon. Kind regards Chelsea Pearce Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Paul &. H. F. Families - 1/15/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

From our warm welcome at reception by Sol, to our lovely room with a view of the lake, a delicious family birthday meal in one of the pods and a great breakfast with plenty of choice, our stay was everything we could wish for and more. The lounge areas have a real homely feel so it isn't difficult to relax and unwind with a drink or two!

Dear Paul and H., Thank you so much for this wonderful review , we are absolutely delighted to hear that your stay was everything you could wish for and more. It is lovely to know Sol’s warm welcome made a great first impression, and that you enjoyed your lake view room, the birthday meal in one of our pods, and a relaxed breakfast with plenty of choice. We are especially glad the lounge areas helped you unwind and that cozy, homely feel is exactly what we hope our guests experience. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you and your family back again very soon. Kind regards Chelsea Pearce Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Maija K. N. Business - 1/14/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Please send the receipt to ma…

Dear Maija, Hope you are well. I do apologize that you have not received the invoice from you stay. We can confirm that this was sent on the day of check out. This came directly from our system, it may have gone to your junk mail. I have sent you an email to the address provided with the invoice attached. Once again I do apologize for any inconvenience. We do hope that we get the chance to welcome you back to the hotel in the near future,. Kind regards Chelsea Pearce Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall Hotel

Lisa Q. Families - 1/14/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Staff were excellent and room very comfy

Dear Lisa, Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that our staff made a great impression and that you found the room comfortable. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards Chelsea Pearce Mercure Bowden Hall Hotel

Stephen H. Couples - 1/12/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

From the welcome at Reception, drinks in the bar, breakfast in the comfortable dog-friendly lounge to efficient check-out, the staff of Bowden Hall were friendly and professional throughout our stay.

Dear Stephen, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear you found Bowden Hall comfortable, welcoming, and truly dog-friendly. It is wonderful to know that from your reception welcome through to bar drinks, breakfast in the lounge, and check-out, our team made such a positive impression. Your kind words about our staff being friendly and professional throughout your stay mean a great deal to us, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with the whole team. We hope to welcome you and your four-legged companion! back again very soon. 🐾 Kind regards Chelsea Pearce Mercure Bowden Hall Hotel

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