The 17 best pubs with rooms in the UK for cosy autumn stays

Summer might be coming to a close, but with autumn around the corner, you can look forward to spending the night in a cosy pub with rooms for a stylish, foodie staycation in the UK

Sep 17, 2026 - 17:15

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The 17 best pubs with rooms in the UK for cosy autumn stays

There is something special about staying at a pub with rooms, whether it's the exposed wooden beams, the cosy little nooks with armchairs and a roaring fire, or knowing a hearty plate of really good pub grub is just steps from your door.

Good pub accommodation is usually judged by how comfortable the rooms are and how traditional features have been kept– think king-sized beds, antique furniture and a decent en-suite (a roll-top bath is usually at the top of our list). Bonus points go to places with critically acclaimed chefs in the kitchen, local ales on tap, and a welcoming place to cosy up when the British weather inevitably lets you down.

You'll usually find the best of these in the countryside, with plenty of nearby opportunities for muddy rambles nearby, but more urban locations such as London, Edinburgh and Manchester also have a few boutique boltholes hidden amongst the sea of international chain hotels.

Our UK-based hotel experts know what makes a great staycation, and have picked out some of the top pubs with rooms for a cosy autumn break.

1. The Great Decoy

Hampshire

The Great Decoy has recently opened in a small rural Hampshire village

The Great Decoy has recently opened in a small rural Hampshire village (Dave Watts)

The Great Decoy recently opened in the Hamspire village of Hurstbourne Tarrant. The pub’s name is an ode to its key role played in the Second World War, when the British Army used it as part of a network of decoy sites to mislead enemy aircraft. The pub has undergone extensive renovations to create a welcoming space, with cosy nooks to dine or relax. It has all the trimmings of a quintessential traditional English pub – think low-beamed ceilings, log burners and a hop-strewn bar. Eight bedrooms upstairs feature antique furniture, king-sized beds, shaggy rugs and cosy armchairs. When it's time for a bite, the 90-cover restaurant serves hearty pub fare made with seasonal British produce, such as a “proper” pie and mash, Brixham fish stew with clams, monkfish, tomatoes and shellfish bisque, and venison steak frites.

Address: The Square, Hurstbourne Tarrant, Andover SP11 0AA

Price: From £90 per night, bed and breakfast

2. The Manor House Inn

Somerset

Guests have the opportunity to stay in this renovated 17th century pub

Guests have the opportunity to stay in this renovated 17th century pub (Dave Watts)

The Manor House Inn is a recently renovated 17th-century pub in the Somerset village of Ditcheat, a place famed for Paul Nicholls’ racehorses and the production of Barber’s Cheese – we couldn’t name two things that don’t scream the English countryside more. The pub itself is packed with rural charm, with its flagstone floors, exposed wooden beams, open fires and comfy corners. Each bedroom has a king-sized bed with feather-down duvets, with splashes of colour from Moroccan rugs and eclectic artwork, complemented by Gothic-style arched windows. Diners can choose from a classic pub menu or a wood-fired pizza, while sipping on local beers from Rude Giant and Woodshedding at Westcombe. If the weather is dry, guests can enjoy the lovely garden which wraps around the pub on three sides.

Address: The Manor House Inn, Wraxall Rd, Ditcheat, Shepton Mallet BA4 6RB

Price: From £120 per night, bed and breakfast

3. Kirkstile Inn

Cumbria

“Low beams, flagstone floors, toasty fire and a series of little snugs” make this a top option for a weekend away

“Low beams, flagstone floors, toasty fire and a series of little snugs” make this a top option for a weekend away (Kirkstile Inn)

This 17th-century inn sits near Loweswater, one of the Lake District’s smaller, quieter lakes, making it ideal for walkers looking for a more laid-back circuit. Travel writer Helen Pickles recommends Kirkstile Inn as it has “all you’d expect of a traditional Lakeland pub: low beams, flagstone floors, a toasty fire and a series of little snugs. There’s smart and robust food on the menu – it’s important to leave room for the crumble of the day – and local beers at the bar.”

The bedrooms have “black-painted beams, pine or oak furniture, colourful fabrics and creaking floorboards; they have a simple yet smart style. Sensibly, only the outside rooms have televisions.”

Address: Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU

Price: From £145 bed and breakfast

4. The Royal Oak Hotel

Cumbria

The character at the Royal Oak remains despite modern updates

The character at the Royal Oak remains despite modern updates (The Royal Oak Hotel)

Helen Pickles also chose The Royal Oak Hotel in the centre of Rosthwaite village, in the heart of scenic Borrowdale.

“This landmark 18th-century inn has been carefully updated without losing its much-loved, traditional character,” she writes. “There’s a fire in one of the low-beamed snugs, a tree trunk holds up a beam in the dining room, a slate floor in the cosy bar, and a warm welcome to dogs and walkers. The latter has a smart drying room for boots and clothing.”

The contemporary bedrooms are spread between the main building, a converted barn, and cottages across a rear courtyard, while meals in its restaurant feature a regularly changing menu that mixes classics with more sophisticated dishes. “Cooked-to-order breakfasts provide fuel for a day on the hills, and there are home-baked scones every afternoon,” she adds.

Address: The Royal Oak, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XB

Price: From £135 per room

5. Cuckoo Brow Inn

Cumbria

For fun activities like tree-top adventures and Beatrix Potter World, Cuckoo Brow Inn is in a great choice

For fun activities like tree-top adventures and Beatrix Potter World, Cuckoo Brow Inn is in a great choice (Cuckoo Brow)

Fans of the 19th-century writer Beatrix Potter flock to Hawkshead every year to visit her house, which inspired many of her tales and is now cared for by the National Trust. Just 10 minutes down the road is Cuckoo Brow Inn, picked for its literal warm welcome: guests are immediately met by two log fires at the entrance.

The inn has an “adjoining Stables Bar for groups and families, separate from the main bar, as well as a beer garden,” Helen says. “Food is above-average pub classics, and there are three family rooms with bunk beds, plus there are free cots.” If Beatrix Potter fans want to get a further fix, guests can cross the lake by a 20-minute ferry to the World of Beatrix Potter attraction in Bowness.

Address: Cuckoo Brow Inn, Far Sawrey, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0LQ

Price: From £180 per night bed and breakfast

6. Lifeboat Inn

Cornwall

Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum are just a five-minute stroll from the Lifeboat Inn

Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum are just a five-minute stroll from the Lifeboat Inn (Lifeboat Inn)

From Blue Flag beaches to a harbour dotted with colourful boats, St Ives has long attracted visitors to its Cornish haven. If high-end hotels are out of budget or a cottage feels too much like home, Cornwall-based travel writer Ellie Ross recommends rooms at the traditional Lifeboat Inn.

“The five bedrooms and two self-catering apartments are smart and comfortable, decorated in coastal greys with dashes of yellow,” Ellie says. “The best rooms have views of the port and Godrevy Lighthouse in the distance. There’s a real buzz in the restaurant, where pub classics are served alongside Cornish ales and local wine from the Camel Valley. Tuck in while gazing out of the window to watch the maritime activity in the harbour.”

Address: Lifeboat Inn, Wharf Road, Saint Ives, Cornwall, TR26 1LF

Price: From £101 for a double room

7. The Gannet

Cornwall

Sunday roasts at The Gannet are not to be missed

Sunday roasts at The Gannet are not to be missed (The Gannet)

For those who would prefer to be situated just outside St Ives’s town centre and closer to beaches such as Carbis Bay, Hayle beach and the Towans, Ellie Ross suggests you look no further than The Gannet. Rooms feature “tartan headboards and antique hardwood furniture alongside contemporary features like walk-in showers and in-room tablets.”

“Book the ‘Spot The Gannet' room and watch the waves roll in from the window seat,” she says. “Downstairs, the restaurant and bar beckon. Locals flock here for the Sunday roasts, served from an open kitchen and well worth the hype. If you’re eating off the main menu, try the crab profiteroles – a quirky and delicious take on the classic seafood sandwich.”

Address: The Gannet, St Ives Road, Carbis Bay, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2SB

Price: From £200 bed and breakfast

8. The Bedford

London

The Bedford is more than just a London pub

The Bedford is more than just a London pub (Johnny Stephens Photography)

You can choose any type of accommodation in London, from prestigious hotels to trendy rentals in quirkier parts of town. Yet, nothing is so quintessentially British as spending the night in a pub, harking back to a version of the capital lost in time.

For travellers in this century, however, The Bedford has had a recent glow-up – appreciated by London-based travel writer Benjamin Parker. He says it offers “a sharpening of the edges without losing any of the charm: high ceilings, carved wooden panelling, sweeping stairs and jewel tones.”

Benjamin recommends this pub for anyone looking to catch an evening performance without a long walk home when the night ends. “You might recognise the name from its impressive past as a live performance venue (past acts have included Eddie Izzard, Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran; and more recently Katherine Ryan, Joanne McNally and Joel Dommett).

“There’s still plenty going on in terms of music and comedy events (plus yoga, swing dance and Zumba), and the bars are lively,” he says.

Address: The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, London SW12 9HD

Price: From £99

9. The Culpeper

London

Five rooms can be found at The Culpeper in London

Five rooms can be found at The Culpeper in London (The Culpeper Bedrooms)

On the edge of London’s East End, The Culpeper is perfectly situated for trendy Shoreditch and conveniently close to central London. Benjamin Parker describes it as a “proper pub” and highlights its five pared-back rooms.

“The rooms are homely (potted plants, shelves with books) but also veer towards fun (Acapulco chairs) and hip, with reclaimed furniture and raw plaster walls.”

“The Spitalfields joint is better known for its bistro and, particularly, the rooftop garden, which was the reason the owners purchased the property in the first place,” he adds.

“The upper level is not just for cultivating wildflowers, herbs and small trees, however; head up for a cocktail among the greenery and take in those East London views.”

Address: The Culpeper, 40 Commercial Street, London E1 6LP

Price: From £185 per night

10. The Princess Royal

London

The rooms in this Notting Hill pub have colourful headboards

The rooms in this Notting Hill pub have colourful headboards (The Princess Royal)

For a budget-friendly stay in Notting Hill – one of London’s most Instagrammable areas – London hotels expert Gina Jackson shouts out The Princess Royal, a Victorian pub that is “far more chic than your average boozer.”

“There are just four rooms here, each designed with bold headboards and botanically-inspired wallpapers that mirror the various spaces downstairs – despite their compact size, bedrooms still manage emperor or king-sized beds,” Gina writes.

“Downstairs, the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant draws a lively crowd every evening with its menu of seasonally-led veg dishes and meaty cuts.”

Address: The Princess Royal, 47 Hereford Rd, London W2 5AH

11. The Wheatsheaf Inn

Gloucestershire

For luxurious bathing in a rolltop bath, book a room at The Wheatsheaf

For luxurious bathing in a rolltop bath, book a room at The Wheatsheaf (The Wheatsheaf Inn)

Travel journalist Sian Lewis has argued that cosy weekends in the Cotswolds are the best Britain has to offer. For a boutique break, the region is well-equipped with characterful inns, many of which have been sympathetically renovated to retain their original character.

Sian suggests a stopover at The Wheatsheaf Inn, an ivy-clad pub with 14 bedrooms in Nortleach, a town tucked away between rolling hills. Rooms “include luxe touches such as rolltop baths and have had modern makeovers, exposing their original brickwork,” Sian explains.

“The clubby dining room is a standout for tasty takes on old pub favourites, and close by are some of the prettiest corners of the Cotswolds, including Bibury, Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water.”

Address: The Wheatsheaf Inn, West End, Northleach, Gloucestershire, GL54 3EZ

Price: From £130 per night bed and breakfast

12. The Double Red Duke

Oxfordshire

Seek out the cosy bar at the Double Red Duke

Seek out the cosy bar at the Double Red Duke (The Double Red Duke)

“An inn for all seasons” is how Sian Lewis describes The Double Red Duke, a pub that goes above and beyond your average boozer, with a massage parlour setup in their gardens and hearty meals such as suckling pigs cooked over fire.

“In the summer, sit out under red and white striped parasols with an iced cocktail, and in the autumn or winter, hole up in its cosy bar and restaurant to feast on retro classics – think prawn cocktail and sumptuous steak, and aim to stay over on a ‘Live Sunday’ for great music,” Sian says.

“This boutique bolthole has 13 delightfully decked-out bedrooms in the main house, and six more affordable ones in a modern annexe – top picks are the ground-floor garden rooms in the main house, complete with freestanding tubs and patios.”

Address: The Double Red Duke, Bourton Road, Clanfield, Bampton, Oxfordshire, OX18 2RB

Price: From £170

13. The Frogmill

Gloucestershire

If you ever need to shelter from colder weather, choose a room at The Frogmill

If you ever need to shelter from colder weather, choose a room at The Frogmill (The Frogmill)

Seeking an affordable escape to the country? Sian Lewis has vouched for The Frogmill, a stylish pub surrounded by Cotswolds countryside just half an hour outside of Cheltenham, a particularly “cosy base for a cosy autumn weekender” due to its roaring fires.

“Foodies will be happy here too – the menu celebrates local ingredients magic-ed into proper pub grub such as steak pies and braised lamb shank, but there are also great options for veggies as well as hearty breakfasts,” Sian explains.

“Even the tiniest rooms are a delight, but if you can afford to, splash out on the Signature Room, complete with vaulted ceiling and private roof terrace.”

Address: The Frogmill, Shipton Oliffe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 4HT

14. Guy Fawkes Inn

Yorkshire

The charaterful Guy Fawkes Inn is rich in history

The charaterful Guy Fawkes Inn is rich in history (Guy Fawkes Inn)

York has long been described as one of the most haunted cities in Europe. As autumn days bring on the spooky season, York expert Charlotte Eggleston-Johnstone recommends a stay at the historic Guy Fawkes Inn, a pub “steeped in character with a raffish undertone” and named after the infamous plotter who is said to have been born on the site in 1570.

The inn is also said to be haunted, and Charlotte tells guests to book the Belfry Suite if they’re open to an apparition or two. If you are not particularly fond of shadowy supernatural beings or are visiting at other times in the year, the pub’s other features include “27 rooms, a restaurant and a small bar serving a good pour of real ale.”

“One of the things that most sets Guy Fawkes Inn apart is the complimentary guided walking tours that take place daily – a great way to get acquainted with the city if it’s your first time visiting,” Charlotte says.

“Just don’t count on any Bonfire-night themed extravaganzas on November 5 – any buildings formerly owned by Fawkes and his family are ‘prohibited’ from celebrating it.”

Address: Guy Fawkes Inn, 25 High Petergate, York, YO1 7HP

15. Timbrell's Yard

Wiltshire

Dog-friendly pubs just got even friendlier with rooms available for you and your pooch

Dog-friendly pubs just got even friendlier with rooms available for you and your pooch (Timbrells Yard)

Visitors are often drawn to Bath for its spectacular Georgian architecture and abundance of natural hot springs, making it the ultimate UK spa hotspot. Yet if you plan to skip the spas for walks around this Somerset gem with your dog, this pub, half an hour outside the city centre, is happy to host you and your four-legged friend.

Timbrell’s Yard, an award-winning boutique hotel, sits on the banks of the River Avon in the picturesque town of Bradford-Upon-Avon.

Sian Lewis says: “Inside are 17 interior-designed bedrooms, a light-filled restaurant, a snug bar with a log burner and a large outside terrace beside the river.”

“Rooms have a smart Scandi vibe, and they all welcome dogs (as do the bar and terrace) for £20 per night. The perfect hotel-meets-pub, and you’re right on the River Avon for wonderful waterside walks.”

Address: Timbrell’s Yard, 49 St Margaret's St, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DE

16. Abel Heywood

Manchester

If you prefer local ales over cocktails, book a boutique room at The Abel Heywood

If you prefer local ales over cocktails, book a boutique room at The Abel Heywood (Peter Creighton Photography)

Find yourself staying in Manchester? Nights don’t have to be spent in the local Holiday Inn when pubs like Abel Heywood exist in the city’s Northern Quarter.

Manchester-based travel journalist Sarah Holt says this part of town is home to “kooky boutiques, independent bars and restaurants, and knock-out coffee shops.” Meanwhile, above the traditional pub, the 15 boutique rooms have been fully refurbished in 2025, with geometric patterned wallpapers, carpets and throws making up the new theme.

“With its dark wood bar, leather seating, and wooden floors, the pub has a drinks menu that showcases locally-brewed cask ales and world beers alongside wines and cocktails,” Sarah writes. “Its all-day food menu, meanwhile, is distinctly red, white and blue, featuring British classics like breakfast fry-ups, steak and ale pies, and Sunday roasts.”

Address: The Abel Heywood, 38 Turner Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M4 1DZ

17. The Inn on the Mile

Edinburgh

Book the Inn on the Mile to be surrounded by historic architecture

Book the Inn on the Mile to be surrounded by historic architecture (The Inn on the Mile)

Edinburgh’s well-preserved medieval streetscapes make the city a beautiful place to visit during the cooler months, especially with cosy boltholes to dart into when it inevitably rains.

Edinburgh expert Suzy Pope recommends staying at a “good old-fashioned pub” like The Inn on the Mile on an autumn trip. “This gastropub serves elevated Scottish fare, and each of the nine rooms offers a boutique experience. Think high, corniced ceilings and deep soaking tubs in the en-suites.”

“There’s a sense of history about the building as it was built in the 1920s as the British Linen Bank, she says. “Its striking facade fits right in with its Royal Mile location, with Holyrood Palace, St Giles Cathedral and The Castle all practically sharing the same postcode.”

Address: Inn on the Mile, 82 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LL