Title: Hempstead Travel Guide: Best of Hempstead, Gloucester Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead-Hotels.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Hempstead Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hempstead Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hempstead Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo "Hempstead" by Peter Watkins (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/955a60d20cb918aefe4ed020c366e0d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/955a60d20cb918aefe4ed020c366e0d9.jpg) by [Peter Watkins](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3590) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Photo "Hempstead" by Peter Watkins (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/516db5470ab1e4516eea58c65590d03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/516db5470ab1e4516eea58c65590d03c.jpg) by [Peter Watkins](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3590) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Hempstead Things to do - Top hotels in Hempstead - Top Holiday Rentals in Hempstead ![Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16240000/16238300/16238215/0a381be4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hatherley Manor Hotel & Spa Down Hatherley Lane Gloucester England £91 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa country house in Gloucester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (717 reviews) Excellent friendly staff lovely room great location Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=16238215&PinnedHotelID=16238215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) ![Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9657/be0ff151_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa Shurdington Road Cheltenham England £77 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Amazing interior, free brew and hot chocolate station on 1st floor. Spa waa nice too Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=9657&PinnedHotelID=9657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) ![Queens Hotel Cheltenham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/175700/175669/48f6acd1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Queens Hotel Cheltenham The Promenade Cheltenham England £110 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Yes it was very good only problem room temperature was not very good room cold Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=175669&PinnedHotelID=175669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118847602) [See all 2,358 properties in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635118847602) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Crescent Place by Mansley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101460100/101460037/0418974d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crescent Place by Mansley 1a Crescent Place Cheltenham England Stay at this aparthotel in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and Netflix. Popular attractions Cheltenham Racecourse and The Promenade are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews) Very modern room split over two levels. Really central and easy to follow instructions from the hotel. Highly recommend Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Crescent-Place.h101460037.Hotel-Information) ![Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19090000/19086500/19086451/c4b6506e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strozzi Palace Suites by Mansley 55 St Georges Place Cheltenham England Stay at this apartment in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews) Beautiful apartment and had everything we needed plus in a perfect location. Car park was close by and secure and easy to use. Would definitely stay here again. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Strozzi-Palace-Suites-By-Mansley.h19086451.Hotel-Information) ![Elliot Oliver- Charming 1 Bed Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108510000/108506600/108506599/37adc42d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elliot Oliver- Charming 1 Bed Apartment The Docks Gloucester England Stay at this apartment in Gloucester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Gloucester Docks and Cineworld Gloucester Quays are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews) Excellent facilities, brilliant location and very good communication from the owners Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Hotels-Elliot-Oliver-Charming-1-Bed-Apartment.h108506599.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635118847602&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Hempstead hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19)[18 Jan - 19 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20)[19 Jan - 20 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118847602&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Merchants\' Quay which includes shopping, street scenes and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136788-Gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Docks 4.5/5(124 reviews) Once a thriving maritime port, this urban redevelopment is now a buzzing district of fashion outlets, riverside restaurants, museums and a working boatyard. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Docks-Gloucester.d6094231.Attraction) ![Gloucester Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136776-Gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Cathedral 4.5/5(93 reviews) Home to the tomb of King Edward II, this magnificent 1,300-year-old cathedral was also a filming location for the Harry Potter movies. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Cathedral-Gloucester.d6094221.Attraction) ![The Barn Owl Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f420cee209efbf27020f31553904b5d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Barn Owl Centre Enjoy an outing to The Barn Owl Centre during your stay in Gloucester. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Barn-Owl-Centre-Gloucester.d553248621532491241.Attraction) ![National Waterways Museum which includes signage and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137253-National-Waterways-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gloucester Waterways Museum Play around with interactive exhibits, study educational displays and examine an extensive collection of boats at this quayside museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Waterways-Museum-Gloucester.d6094227.Attraction) ![St Mary de Crypt Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/510920e330c80ccbda370c50169bee08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St Mary de Crypt Church St Mary de Crypt Church is just one of the places to see in Gloucester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Mary-De-Crypt-Church-Gloucester.d553248621532491250.Attraction) ![Regiments of Gloucestershire Museum showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/137000/137327-Regiments-Of-Gloucestershire-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum Original flags, photos, regalia and weapons are just some of the military memorabilia celebrating Gloucestershire’s soldiers at this excellent museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Of-Gloucestershire-Museum-Gloucester.d6094229.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Charming Cotswolds Private Black Taxi Tour from London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47612129/d51ac8dd-2b36-45de-af3a-a609a41995fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Charming Cotswolds Private Black Taxi Tour from London £1,250 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-charming-cotswolds-private-black-taxi-tour-from-london.a47612129.activity-details) [See all activities in Hempstead](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hempstead.d553248635118847602.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Hempstead ![Gloucester showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/136000/136781-Gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gloucester ![Photo "Quedgeley" by Damon Knight (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/c52d28fd8ab7eda53c890a6ac78810dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Damon Knight](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16814) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Quedgeley ![Photo "Highnam" by Mattbuck (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/c95e1746582c3cef8a94c6f118860322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Mattbuck](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Mattbuck) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Highnam - Cities near Hempstead - Places of interest [Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester.dx7479)[Quedgeley](https://expedia.co.uk/Quedgeley.dx6050368)[Highnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Highnam.dx3000473586) - [Thames River ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-River-England.d553248621532493801.Attraction) - [Cheltenham Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Racecourse-Cheltenham.d6169978.Attraction) - [Wye Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wye-Valley-United-Kingdom.d6349960.Attraction) - [Gloucester Quays ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Quays-Gloucester.d553248634855452135.Attraction) - [Gloucester Docks ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Docks-Gloucester.d6094231.Attraction) - [Gloucester Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Cathedral-Gloucester.d6094221.Attraction) - [Cheltenham Town Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Town-Hall-Cheltenham.d553248621532491297.Attraction) - [Sudeley Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sudeley-Castle-Cheltenham.d6170177.Attraction) - [Cotswold Country Park and Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cotswold-Country-Park-And-Beach-England.d6150822.Attraction) - [Three Counties Showground ](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Counties-Showground-Malvern.d553248635975778144.Attraction) - [Malvern Hills ](https://expedia.co.uk/Malvern-Hills-England.d553248621593965837.Attraction) - [Westonbirt Arboretum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westonbirt-Arboretum-Tetbury.d6157344.Attraction) - [The Promenade ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Promenade-Cheltenham.d553248621533024164.Attraction) - [Cotswold Countryside Collection ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cotswold-Countryside-Collection-Cheltenham.d553248621561940616.Attraction) - [Puzzlewood ](https://expedia.co.uk/Puzzlewood-Coleford.d553248621561940441.Attraction) - [Highgrove House and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Highgrove-House-And-Gardens-Tetbury.d6282587.Attraction) - [Highgrove House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Highgrove-House-Tetbury.d6159019.Attraction) - [Chedworth Roman Villa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chedworth-Roman-Villa-Cheltenham.d6170192.Attraction) - [Berkeley Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Berkeley-Castle-Berkeley.d6094215.Attraction) - [Pittville Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pittville-Park-Cheltenham.d553248621532491298.Attraction) - [Eastnor Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastnor-Castle-Ledbury.d553248621532491247.Attraction) - [University of Gloucestershire ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Gloucestershire-Cheltenham.d6282637.Attraction) - [Hartpury University and Hartpury College ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hartpury-University-And-Hartpury-College-Gloucester.d553248635997933748.Attraction) - [Tewkesbury Abbey ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tewkesbury-Abbey-Tewkesbury.d6094233.Attraction) - [Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Slimbridge-Wildfowl-And-Wetlands-Centre-Gloucester.d6094213.Attraction) - [Cirencester Church ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Church-Cirencester.d6094199.Attraction) - [Great Malvern Priory ](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Malvern-Priory-Malvern.d6087641.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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