Cirencester

The Golden Cross

Name: The Golden Cross
Address: 20 Black Jack Street, Cirencester, GL7 2AA, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: Medium

20 Black Jack Street, Cirencester, GL7 2AA, United Kingdom

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★★★3-star hotel

The Golden Cross is a pub and guesthouse tucked into a narrow backstreet in the heart of Cirencester, within easy reach of the town centre and parish church. The property operates a restaurant and bar serving food throughout the day and has a courtyard garden. It also provides a small number of en-suite guest rooms for overnight stays, offering a base for exploring the Cotswolds.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

83/100

8.7/10

4.4/5

3.7/5

Scores last verified: 10 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 83/100

The Golden Cross is best suited to travellers who want a cosy, pub-centred base in the heart of Cirencester for exploring the Cotswolds. Tucked into a narrow backstreet near the parish church and town centre, it appeals to guests who value local character, social dining and immediate access to shops and historic streets over a quiet, standalone country house. With only a handful of guest rooms above a lively restaurant and a sheltered courtyard, it works well for short stays, walkers and anyone seeking traditional Cotswold hospitality with a sociable edge.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Free WiFiRestaurantFamily roomsNon-smoking roomsTea/coffee maker in all roomsBar

Highlights

✓ Pub-centred guesthouse right in Cirencester’s town centre
✓ Handy base for exploring the Cotswolds and historic town streets
✓ Sheltered courtyard and restaurant that contribute local character

Things to know

• Very small number of rooms — availability can be limited at peak times
• Lively pub/restaurant atmosphere in evenings may not suit those after a very quiet retreat

Hotel surroundings