Health, beauty & fitness recommendations
Nightlife in Cheltenham
Our dining recommendations
Discounts with Luxury Apartments:
The Ox
From one of our personal favourites, The Ox is tucked away in a basement on Cambray Place, It has fast built a reputation in Cheltenham as purveyors of some of the finest steaks and cocktails in town! With its strong focus on simple British food cooked to exceptional standards using the best local and seasonal ingredients, The Ox is the perfect spot for everything from long leisurely lunches to decadent dinners. As the name suggests, The Ox promises an excellent selection of steaks, alongside an impressive choice of small plates, fish dishes, vegetarian options and sinfully good desserts, all washed down with expertly crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. Regularly updating their wine recommendations, you'll be in fine hands! If you're visiting on the weekend they also do a mean Sunday Roast!
- Receive 10% discount from Stephane and his wonderful team, whilst staying with Luxury Apartments. Highly recommended for their finest steak & cocktails in town! With its unique decor & town centre location, The Ox is a firm favourite. Stay updated on all upcoming events on our Facebook page, News & Events & Blog via the Website.
Kingsley Leather
Kingsley is a highly recommended craftsman working with leather, which is a rare skill nowadays! Based on his home-studio in Cheltenham, Kingsley creates a unique range of leather goods that include wallets, belts, cufflinks, bow ties and drinks coasters; he also takes on bespoke projects and commissions. Each item is handcrafted one at a time from the highest quality leather and is hand-stitched using the traditional saddle-stitching technique. The items created are for men, women and the home. Personalisation options are available to make that perfect gift extra special. Shop Kingsley Leather's collection online or arrange to visit by appointment only.
- Receive 10% off orders over £50 whilst staying with Luxury Apartments.
Boston Tea Party Cafe
Boston Tea Party is recommended for breakfasts, also hosting the occasional talent event. BTP is known for being a social hub to either meet up with colleagues or friends, a pit stop whilst shopping or a workplace to get your creative minds flowing!
- Receive 10% discount from Tim and the team, whilst a guest with Luxury Apartments. Stay updated on all upcoming events on our Facebook page, News & Events & Blog via the Website.
The Fire Station
The Fire Station is a fantastic bar and restaurant in beautiful Cheltenham Spa. We have lovingly restored the original Fire Station into a brilliant space for drinking and dining. Using the freshest produce we cook up a storm to bring you a seasonal and electric menu working with our Robata grill. On offer in the bar is a stroll through Europe and the rest of the world on the wine list and an excellent selection of craft beers and lagers, as well as an inviting cocktail menu.
Whether you are looking for an intimate occasion, a special celebration or simply a bite and a pint after work, The Fire Station is the place to be.
- Receive 10% discount at 'The Fire Station' whilst staying with Luxury Apartments.
Dining out:
Lumiere
AA Restaurant of the Year for England 2016-2017, located in the centre of Cheltenham, close the Promenade. Husband and wife team, Jon & Helen Howe, have been running Lumiere since 2009. The unassuming, easy to miss facade belies an elegant and welcoming dining room, with Helen and her small team running things out front as Jon cooks in the kitchen. Prior to Lumiere, Jon honed his skills under industry giants such as Heston Blumenthal and John Campbell and he is committed to using fresh, seasonal produce, much of it local from named suppliers including fruit and veg from Helen's parents. The modern, innovative cooking has a global influence with exacting flavours and contemporary twists. The experience is completed with slick service and a superb considered wine list. Reservations essential.
The Ox
From one of our personal favourites, The Ox is tucked away in a basement on Cambray Place, It has fast built a reputation in Cheltenham as purveyors of some of the finest steaks and cocktails in town! With its strong focus on simple British food cooked to exceptional standards using the best local and seasonal ingredients, The Ox is the perfect spot for everything from long leisurely lunches to decadent dinners. As the name suggests, The Ox promises an excellent selection of steaks, alongside an impressive choice of small plates, fish dishes, vegetarian options and sinfully good desserts, all washed down with expertly crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. Regularly updating their wine recommendations, you'll be in fine hands! If you're visiting on the weekend they also do a mean Sunday Roast!
- Receive 10% discount from Stephane and his wonderful team, whilst staying with Luxury Apartments. Highly recommended for their finest steak & cocktails in town! With its unique decor & town centre location The Ox is a firm favourite. Stay updated on all upcoming events on our Facebook page, News & Events & Blog via the Website.
Le Champignon Sauvage
With two Michelin stars, this unassuming restaurant is the perfect place for real foodies or for people looking to celebrate a special occasion.
“Le Champignon Sauvage is in a league of its own. For a start, David Everitt-Matthias’s cooking has never stood still - he acknowledges the developments in the restaurant world without feeling any undue need to follow them slavishly. And it is one of the mysteries of the cooking world that after 25 years, David continues to turn out dish after dazzling dish. He is such an inspirational chef.”
Elizabeth Carter,
Editor of the Good Food Guide
D R Everitt-Matthias, Good Food Guide Chef Of The Year 2014
Brasserie Blanc
Serving simple, high quality food that comes as close as possible to the meals that Famous Chef Raymond Blanc mother cooked him in Besançon, France. Brasserie Blanc is a place for relaxed enjoyment, great food and all this is at a price that encourages you to visit regularly.
Prithvi
A refined and sophisticated approach to dining in an intimate and relaxed surrounding. Voted the #2 best Indian restaurant in the country by The Telegraph.
"Since opening its doors in February 2012, Prithvi has gained a loyal fan base. Both in its food and its decor, the restaurants offers a “sophisticated approach to dining”. The Telegraph 01 July 2014
A recent customer went as far to state that Prithvi is “the best restaurant in Cheltenham and possibly Gloucestershire”.
Bars & Nightlife in Cheltenham:
Aquavitae Bar
With regular live music events which are held every Thursday evening 8pm - late & also highly recommend their cocktails & dining, also opening as a café during the day. Aquavitae also leads down into the recommended 21 nightclub!
All Bar One
With regular offers & events, highly recommended food & cocktails. Take a moment to go along whether for a drink, lunch or dinner.
Six Degrees of Seperation Bar
Regular events such as Mid-Week Gourmet Pizza & Cocktail offers on a Wednesday 5pm-9pm., Friday’s host a ‘Busk off’ live music night introducing new talented acts, Sunday night holds live music from Flynn Stronach & guests with cocktail promotions.
Thirteen Degrees Nightclub
Every Sunday DJ Ed Travers from the talented group DUKE hosts the ‘Sunday Shift’ 10-4am.
Thirteen Degrees is probably the classiest club in Cheltenham, branding itself as “an independent boutique nightspot.” Think patterned wallpaper, chandeliers, mood lighting, and lots of nooks and crannies to retreat to. There are 5 bars across 3 floors within the grand Georgian building, so you should be able to get a drink with ease, and find a space that suits your mood. Sip on a cocktail, enjoy a bit of live music, and dance the night away. Oh, and if you head to Thirteen’s sister cocktail bar Six degrees of Separation beforehand – Six Degrees of Separation – you can get both priority and complimentary entry to the club when you flash your bar receipt.
21 Nightclub
The 21 Club is synonymous with the Cheltenham Festival; it’s actually the property of racehorse owner/trainer Richard Davies. Every night during the March meeting, the club is filled with the who’s who of the race world – jockeys, trainers, owners and royalty alike – and they’ve hosted the Gold Cup winner’s party for the last 10 years(!). Hidden in the basements on Regent Street, it has a capacity of 300, and as a result, always ends up one in one out. If you’re a smoker, there’s a great covered courtyard, which is heated and has its own bar. Perfect.
Health, beauty & fitness :
Laura Leigh Hairdressing & Beauty
The award-winning hair salon for ladies and gentlemen is also highly recommended for all your needs from a cut & blow dry, hair extensions, bridal hair & make up, waxing bar, tanning to nail bar treatments.
The Camomile Rooms
Whether you need to rebalance your body and mind, relieve stress or simply relax, the Camomile Rooms is the perfect environment in which to take a break and rewind. With a wide range of reflexology & therapies you will walk away completely relaxed.
Simply Gym Cheltenham
Get your first gym session free of entry & discounted daily passes when Staying with Luxury Apartments. Simply ask a member of our team for details.
Simply Gym has the largest gym floor space in Cheltenham, separate ladies only weights and cardio area, classes with shower and changing facilities.
Fitness First Gym
Fitness First Gym Facilities include 2 hours free parking in the NCP, Hair salon, Gym classes, Swimming pool, Sauna, Steam room & split on two floors with a large floor space & the latest equipment.
Family & Cotswold Attractions:
Brewery Complex
This is Cheltenham's state of the art entertainment complex where you can shop, dine, & play! A variety of venues to dine at such as Cosy Club, Chiquitos, Five Guys, The Botanist and Nandos. A further few entertainment venues including DW Fitness, Hollywood Bowl, Cineworld IMAX, and Mr Mulligan's lost world mini golf.
So whether you’re in the mood for something quick and tasty, need a venue for a family treat, or a romantic dinner for a special occasion – you’re spoilt for choice.
Prinknash bird and deer park
Visit the 18th Century park and explore their woodland with over 50 types of creatures wandering about. From fallow deers, African pygmy goats to black swans and reindeer. Whilst there visit why not also visit the historic abbey & Wendy House structures. Events regularly hosted through all seasons.
Cheltenham Festivals
Every year Cheltenham Festivals invites more than 2,500 of the world’s finest musicians, writers, scientists, performers and thinkers to entertain and inspire festival audiences of all ages. Most of the events take place in Montpellier and Imperial Gardens. Take a look at their Website to see what’s going on during your stay with us.
Chapel Spa
Set in the peaceful and eclectic surroundings of a 19th century chapel, Chapel Spa’s facilities include a hydrotherapy pool with candlelit relaxation area, steam room, gym, Arabian Rasul and seven treatment rooms. We are the only independent day spa in Cheltenham where visitors can relax and escape from the stress of everyday life.
Jockey Club
At the Jockey Club Cheltenham, the Groups Team are happy to help all race goers plan the right day out for your particular group. They offer generous discounts for groups of 10 or more for race meetings, they are here to help with advice where needed for your Racing experience. They are able to enhance your day with extras including; betting vouchers, food and drink vouchers, lunch upgrades and Race meeting tours.
For Group enquiries please call 0344 748 9201 or email groups@thejockeyclub.co.uk to make your stay even more special.
“Today, Jockey Club Racecourses aim to be the best racecourse operator in Europe for customers and racing’s participants, generating the maximum funds available for reinvestment in the long-term development of its venues and British racing as a sport, in line with the mission of The Jockey Club."
Pittville Park and Pump Room
Opened in 1825, Pittville Park is the largest ornamental park in Cheltenham and features the magnificent Pump Room and lakes. It is a grade 2 listed park under the English Heritage register of historic parks and gardens.
It is divided in two by Evesham Road. One half is overlooked by the Grade 1 listed Pittville Pump Room & newly designed multi-million children's play area and the other half hosts a larger western park with woodland, BMX park and seasonal paddle boat hire.
Cheltenham Town Centre
Cheltenham Town Centre is known for its regency buildings, beautiful Promenade, and excellent shopping scene. There are hundreds of shops from well know designer shops, independents stores and two large department stores. It has one of the oldest purpose build shopping arcade, called the Regent Arcade. You will also find The Wilson Museum, many quaint boutiques, vibrant bars & restaurants.
Montpellier District
In Montpellier walk and street you'll find an array of popular independent shops, bars and restaurants along with a couple of well know businesses too. It has jewellery stores, hairdressers, clothing stores, antiques, a wine shop. For, drinking and dining out, it has several restaurants such as The Ivy in the impressive Rotunda building, and some of Cheltenham's most popular bars like Door 4.
Montpellier Gardens
Imperial Gardens
Lido
Other recommended services:
Jonny Rocks Ltd
Jonny Rocks is a Gloucestershire premier chauffeur company, specialising in Business and Private VIP Travel.
He offers a personal VIP Car service to our clientele, so whether you are here for pleasure or on important business. They can look after you in Luxury style in the new Mercedes S350L AMG Executive.
A local evening chauffeur car service is also available inside of Gloucestershire.
Days out and things to do:
Cheltenham Town Hall
Cheltenham Town Hall invites you to their vibrant world of entertainment. Its yearly programme hosts famous comedians, musicians and speakers.
Take a look at the Website to see whats on.
Other areas of interest:
Cheltenham Official Website
Cheltenham Racecourse is the Home of Jump Racing and hosts over 16 race meeting year including the most prestigious, The Festival.
The Festival is the highlight of the Jump season with an atmosphere that will make the hairs of the back of your neck stand up. It Festival epitomises and encompasses everything that is great about Jump racing, whilst delivering an unbelievable occasion as the finest horses, jockeys, owners and trainers it out for the highest racing honours, their reputations and over £3.8 million of prize money. Join the party, as over 230,000 people pass through the gate over the four days.
Jockey Club
At the Jockey Club Cheltenham, the Groups Team are happy to help all race goers plan the right day out for your particular group. They offer generous discounts for groups of 10 or more for race meetings, they are here to help with advice where needed for your Racing experience. They are able to enhance your day with extras including; betting vouchers, food and drink vouchers, lunch upgrades and Race meeting tours.
For Group enquiries please call 0344 748 9201 or email groups@thejockyclub.co.uk to make your stay even more special.
“Today, Jockey Club Racecourses aims to be the best racecourse operator in Europe for customers and racing’s participants, generating the maximum funds available for reinvestment in the long-term development of its venues and British racing as a sport, in line with the mission of The Jockey Club."