Knight Frank appointed to sell The Arden Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon

The Arden Hotel is a charming Grade II listed boutique hotel occupying an exceptional position directly opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. The property comprises 45 individually designed, spacious en-suite bedrooms, alongside meeting space, private parking and landscaped gardens, and benefits from prominent frontage on Waterside.

The hotel is underpinned by a strong food and beverage offering, including the award-winning two AA Rosette No. 44 Brasserie. It is well connected, located approximately seven miles from the M40, within a 10-minute walk of Stratford-upon-Avon railway station, and just 25 miles from Birmingham Airport. Stratford-upon-Avon attracts approximately 2.7 million visitors annually, with its global appeal driven by its Shakespearean heritage. The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, with a capacity of over 1,000, welcomed more than 350,000 attendees during its 2024/2025 season. Beyond its literary significance, the town offers a broad leisure and tourism proposition, including riverside activities along the Avon, historic landmarks, guided tours, boutique retail and a calendar of cultural events.

The Arden Hotel has demonstrated a strong trading track record, generating an expected turnover of approximately £3 million, with further scope for growth. This is underpinned by a strong occupancy in a high demand market with further opportunities to enhance performance, particularly through optimisation of the food and beverage offering.

Matthew Smith Partner at Knight Frank Hotel Agency, commented: “The Arden Hotel represents a prime hospitality asset in one of the UK’s most established cultural destinations, with a truly unrivalled location overlooking the River Avon and immediately adjacent to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Alongside its strong operational performance, the asset offers clear opportunities for further value creation, making it a highly compelling investment proposition.”