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The Speech House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Coleford with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Experience classic elegance in this heritage-listed property, featuring a central entrance, covered porch, and traditional architecture.
Classic four-poster bed with a canopy, adorned with pillows and a neatly made bedspread, sits in a spacious room.
Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, plush sofa, and wicker chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and natural light.
Stunning corridor with doors leading to various rooms, featuring a beautiful flower arrangement.
Enjoy meals in this airy dining area with high ceilings and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
The current price is €119
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Double Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Courtyard Family (2 Children)

Courtyard Family (2 Children)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Master 4 Poster

Master 4 Poster

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard 4 Poster

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Courtyard Double

Standard Courtyard Double

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Courtyard Twin

Standard Courtyard Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Main House Double/Twin

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Main House Attic Double

Main House Attic Double

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior 4 Poster

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cosy Courtyard Twin Room

Cosy Courtyard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Cosy Courtyard Double Room

Cosy Courtyard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double or Twin

Junior Double or Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Speech House Road, Coleford, England, GL16 7EL

What's nearby

  • Sculpture Trail - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Wye Valley - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Puzzlewood - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Symonds Yat West Leisure Park - 13 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Lydney Station - 14 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gamekeepers Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Muzo's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nags Head Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beechenhurst Lodge Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beechenhurst Lodge - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Speech House Hotel

Hotel near Wye Valley
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Speech House Hotel. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and British cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Speech House Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Carolean
  • The Orangery
  • The Verderers Court

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1669
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Speech
Speech Hotel
Speech House Coleford
Speech House Hotel
Speech House Hotel Coleford
Speech House
The Speech House Hotel Hotel
The Speech House Hotel Coleford
The Speech House Hotel Hotel Coleford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Speech House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Speech House Hotel?

As of 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Speech House Hotel on 31 Jul 2025 start from €118.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Speech House Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Speech House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Speech House Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Speech House Hotel located?

Situated in Coleford, this golf hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Sculpture Trail and within 3 miles (5 km) of Go Ape at Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and Forest Hills Golf Club. Hopewell Colliery is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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The Speech House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 260 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 260 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 260 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 260 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 260 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, very friendly staff and great food located in beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and accommodating. Good dining and great service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

100% recommend staying

Staff were great from the receptionist to the waitress, room was great, food was really good in the evening and breakfast too. would defiantly recommend and stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and unique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Super stay and all staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spur of the moment decision!

Booked on the spur of the moment and we weren’t disappointed. The staff are all so welcoming and helpful
Front of the Speech House Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Food

Very friendly staff/owners. Fantastic gourmet evening meal - delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, great location.

Had a great one night stay here while working away. Staff friendly & welcoming throughout the stay. Had dinner in the orangery which was really nice food & drink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

A pleasant time away

Just a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, good clean hotel in a good position for walking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always a nice place to stop over

Another very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff is what made our stay great. They were all very friendly and made us feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at speech house multiple times and it never disappoints
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Forest of dean half marathon

Staff were cheerful and very helpful would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place Food exceeded expectation Staff friendly and warm
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in nice location

All good, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service excellent staff polite and attentive breakfast had a good choice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best hotel in the Forest

Another excellent stay at Speech House. Great food, comfortable room and the best staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were great, breakfast was great. I stayed in a double room in the cottage. Room had all the amenities. Bed was a bit soft for me, and none of the TV Channels had any signal. Would stay in the main or another building next time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cinderford stay

Lovely rooms great parking great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in the Forest

Another great stay at Speech House. Comfortable room, excellent service and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for 1 night but found the experience excellent. Staff were very efficient and friendly. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but had a lovely stay, lovely room, comfy bed, nice breakfast and friendly staff 😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel overall

Great hotel, clean, beautiful place, but walls are too thin. I could hear everything from my neighbours
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024