Abbots Mead Hotel in Shrewsbury, England

Abbots Mead Hotel is a Grade II listed Georgian property situated on a quiet cul-de-sac next to the River Severn. The hotel offers free private parking for up to 10 cars, a rare commodity in the centre of Shrewsbury. Guests are within a 5-minute walk of the town's shops, restaurants, and the quarry park.

The hotel has 16 en suite rooms, including basement double or twin rooms, standard doubles, twins, and singles. Each room is equipped with a tea/coffee maker, a private bathroom, and a trouser press. Basement rooms are available for guests travelling with pets, while upper-floor rooms offer views of the garden or the street.

A full cooked English breakfast is included in the room price and served in a small dining room with original Georgian windows. The breakfast menu includes a choice of cereals, fresh fruit, yoghurts, and cooked options such as kippers and a full English. Special diet menus and kid-friendly buffet items are available on request.

The hotel has a small bar with reasonably priced drinks and a shared lounge area with board games and puzzles. The 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage are provided for guest convenience. Outdoor amenities include a garden, a sun terrace, a picnic area, and outdoor furniture.

Dogs are welcome at Abbots Mead Hotel and are allowed in designated rooms, including basement double or twin rooms. The hotel provides a dog-friendly garden at the rear and can offer a sausage at breakfast for the pet. Guests with dogs also have direct access to riverside walks from the hotel entrance.

Location: Next to River Severn, 5 min walk to town centre

Parking: Free private parking for 10 cars

Breakfast: Full cooked English breakfast included

Family-run: Run by three generations of the Bailey family

Pet-friendly: Dogs welcome with garden access

Historic: Grade II listed Georgian townhouse