The Howard Arms is fantastic. The pub with the low ceiling, beams and large fire was perfect to sit in with one of their local beers. The food was amazing, we had the fish and a steak. Both cooked brilliantly. Our room was spacious, clean and the bed was very comfortable and cozy. Breakfast was included and we ordered from the menu the night before. All ready for us in the morning. There was a car park so we could come and go very easily and it was in a great location for exploring the Cotswolds. I would absolutely stay again the next time I am in the area.

I liked everything.

In a beautiful quiet village the Howard Arms is a gem. The building is very attractive, facing the green and has a lovely garden behind. The room was spacious and well appointed. It had everything including a fridge with complementary water, tea coffee, biscuits and toiletries in the bathroom. The staff were extremely welcoming and friendly. The meals were all scrumptious, excellent ingredients and big portions. The location made it a central oasis for visiting local places (Bourton on the Water was too touristy for me, but Little Slaughter was a delight, Moreton in the Marsh had a market on while I visited). In the past I've visited Chipping Campden, Hidcote and Stratford upon Avon too, all well worth a visit.

The bedroom was very hot. The hotel did what they could by keeping the curtains closed prior to my arrival and giving me a huge fan in the room. Once the sun went down I opened all the windows but it was still too hot for me. They cannot control the weather but they could invest in air con, or external shutters to reduce the solar impact.

Everything about The Howard Arms goes way beyond expectations; it is a wonderful mixture of old and new.. a very old, beautiful historic building but with all the modern touches you need. The room was huge and had everything, down to very high quality tea and coffee. The dining room is spacious and very slightly quirky. The food was excellent and not crazily expensive, as was the wine. Staff were friendly and efficient.

Such a pretty setting and made to feel very welcome. Beautiful place to rest and relax whilst visiting local area. Clean and very friendly staff. We love this place. Viv was brilliant and made our trip complete with very friendly manner and humour. She’s a diamond! The whole experience was lovely and we love to keep returning here.

Everything was brilliant!

Everything! Can't rate this charming, quaint Inn highly enough. The staff were so lovely and accommodating. We arrived earlier than the designated check in time due to an early flight time and the staff kindly allowed us to freshen up in another room until our own room was ready. The bedrooms are stunning and we genuinely have never slept so soundly. The mattresses are so comfortable you literally don't want to get up. The aesthetics of the Inn are so apt for respecting the old and timeless traditions while enhancing the new. The Inn has a lovely mix of vintage decor with also new touches of comfort and warmth. You will happily soak up the environment and ambiance this beautiful Inn has to offer. The food and drinks were lovely too. The Inn is located 15 mins drive from the lovely town of Stratford Upon Avon which is steeped in history and also equally aesthetically pleasing. If you're interested in Diddly Squat Farm or possibly seeing the famous proprietor it's about 35 mins drive away and is well worth a visit. The area has lots to do or is also perfect for relaxing and unwinding. The fresh wild flower arrangements were absolutely stunning too. There were fresh floral displays on each dining table and it was a lovely touch. We'll definitely return and have already recommended it to family and friends.

I wouldn't change a thing. The place is perfect. There is nothing that needs to be improved. I feel very fortunate to have found this place on booking.com.

A beautiful old Inn full of atmosphere. The bedrooms are spacious, beautifully decorated and have everything you could possibly need. The bed was huge and so comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the food in the restaurant was fresh, tasty and plentyful. Breakfast was great too. Everything was simply wonderful. We look forward to staying again soon

Nothing, everything was perfect.

The Howard Arms is a home away from home. I always stay there when I visit Ilmington, which is where I was born and raised until the age of 9. I thoroughly enjoy the ambience, the rooms and the staff. And I am always made welcome. There is an excellent restaurant and for those so inclined a very well provisioned bar plus a lovely garden for relaxing in good weather.

There is nothing to dislike.

The accommodation was homely and comfortable in a stunning location. The staff were personable and friendly. Each morning, we were greeted warmly for breakfast. The food was fantastic. Highly recommend visiting this gem and hopefully, we will get the opportunity to stay again!

What's not to like?!

This is our second stay and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time which was the reasoning for us returning!! it has beautiful old English charm and wonderful staff and it’s a great place to relax and use as a Centre base for your travels throughout the Cotswolds.

The restaurant meals are wonderful and the excellence of their chef is obvious in the evening meals but it would be nice to have some lighter fare during the day such as sandwiches or even a cream tea option.

This beautiful 'chocolate box' hotel oozes charm and warm hospitality. We had a wonderful stay with the friendliest staff who couldn't have been more good natured and attentive (with lots of local humour thrown in). We'd particularly like to mention Jo who put a smile on our faces with her cheery service. Thank you all for making our stay so enjoyable. We would not hesitate to recommend this gem of a hotel in such an idyllic English countryside setting!