Staying at The George During Cheltenham Race Week offers unparalleled convenience and comfort for guests attending the Cheltenham Festival & Major Race Meetings.
Located in the heart of Cheltenham’s town centre, you can enjoy dining & drinks before and after the races, and a leisurely stroll will lead you to the action at the racecourse.
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There’s world-class racing to enjoy all year round. Pair the thrill of race day with a luxurious stay at our boutique hotel for the perfect getaway. Whether it’s a big racing weekend or a quieter meet, retreat to sumptuous comfort at the end of the day.
New Year’s Day Racing – Thursday 01/01/26
Festival Trials Day – Saturday 24/01/26
Official Cheltenham Preview Evening – Thursday 06/02/26
Cheltenham Festival – Tuesday-Friday 10/03/26- 13/03/26
The April Meeting – Wednesday 15/04/26 & Thursday 16/04/26
Race Night – Friday 01/05/26
Staying in Cheltenham during race week means you’re right in the heart of the action. From early-morning race-day buzz to post-race food, drinks and atmosphere, everything happens in and around the town. With hotels, restaurants and bars within walking distance of the racecourse, Cheltenham offers a more relaxed and sociable base than travelling in and out on busy race days.
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The Final Furlong Bar is the perfect place to start and finish your Cheltenham Race Week. Located just moments from the racecourse, we’re the last place to stop for a drink on the walk up to the races – and the first place to welcome you back once the day’s racing is done.
Set outside No.38 The Park, our vibrant marquee bar is free to enter and offers great drinks, live evening music and a lively race-week atmosphere, making it a popular meeting point for racegoers throughout the week.
Open during Cheltenham Race Week (Tuesday–Friday)
10:00am–1:30pm and 4:30pm–10:00pm
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The best place to stay for the Cheltenham Races is within walking distance of Cheltenham Racecourse or close to the town centre. Staying locally allows easy access to the racecourse while also being close to restaurants, bars and transport links, making it a convenient base during race week.
The George Hotel is approximately a 20-minute walk from Cheltenham Racecourse. Its central location makes it a popular choice for racegoers who want to stay in town and walk to and from the races without relying on taxis or transport during busy race days.
Yes, Cheltenham Racecourse is walkable from the town centre. Many hotels, bars and restaurants in Cheltenham are within a comfortable walking distance of the racecourse, making it easy to enjoy the atmosphere before and after the racing.
Cheltenham Race Week and the Cheltenham Festival take place annually in March and run over four days. In addition to the Festival, Cheltenham Racecourse hosts other popular race meetings throughout the year, including the November Meeting and New Year’s Day racing.
For the Cheltenham Festival, staying in Cheltenham itself is recommended. Hotels in the town offer convenient access to the racecourse, as well as a wide choice of places to eat, drink and relax after the races. Booking early is advised, as accommodation fills up quickly during Festival week.
