Premier Inn Oswestry

Yes – Oswestry is well worth a visit, especially if you like places with a bit of everything. This Shropshire market town has a mix of history, independent shops, countryside walks and local culture. The old hillfort just outside the town is a highlight, giving you sweeping views and a real sense of the area's ancient past. The town itself is great for pottering around, browsing markets and enjoying cafes and local events. It’s also a handy base for exploring the Welsh borderlands.

Oswestry doesn’t sit directly on a major river, but there are a few streams nearby. The River Morda flows close to the town, and the area has a network of canals and scenic walking routes, like the Montgomery Canal just outside Oswestry.

Oswestry is known for its ancient hillfort, which is one of the largest and best-preserved Iron Age hillforts in the UK. It’s also got a rich market tradition, with regular street markets and a popular indoor market. The town has strong cultural links to both England and Wales and is home to some well-known figures, including the poet Wilfred Owen. Its location right on the border gives it a unique identity.

Oswestry is inland, so you won’t find any beaches on the doorstep. However, if you’re willing to drive for around 90 minutes, you can reach the North Wales coast. Places like Prestatyn, Rhyl and Llandudno make good day trip options for a beach outing from Oswestry.

Oswestry has a mix of high street stores, local independents and market stalls. In the town centre, you'll find fashion, books, gifts and homewares alongside artisan food shops and cafes. The indoor market is great for fresh produce and unique finds, and there's a traditional street market held on certain days with everything from clothing to antiques.

There used to be a Norman castle in Oswestry, and parts of the ruins are still visible today in Cae Glas Park. While not much remains of the original structure, the site is marked and makes a nice stop if you’re exploring the town centre. The surrounding park is also a good place for a relaxed walk or picnic.

Definitely. History fans can visit the Iron Age hillfort or the town museum. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the nearby countryside and canals, and there are arts venues, local festivals and events throughout the year. Families can head to nearby attractions like Park Hall Countryside Experience. It’s a great place for browsing independent shops, enjoying local food or taking a walk in the Shropshire hills.

Oswestry no longer has an active passenger train station. However, there’s a heritage railway – the Cambrian Heritage Railways – that runs short scenic trips and has a small station in town. For regular train services, the nearest station is in Gobowen, just a few miles away, with connections to Shrewsbury, Chester and beyond. Local buses and taxis make it easy to reach.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.