Within the historic Burghley Estate, The William Cecil features unique rooms with original features, and Egyptian cotton sheets. Its restaurant serves fresh, seasonal food. Rooms at The William Cecil are individually decorated, with beautiful wooden furniture, original features, and modern touches. The bathrooms are stylish and feature luxury, aromatic toiletries. The charming restaurant provides locally sourced, simple and freshly made cuisine. Guests can also choose from an excellent wine list, and enjoy a drink in relaxed surroundings. There are 4 meeting rooms which can accommodate from 10 to 120 delegates, with wireless internet throughout and integrated audio technology as well as plenty of natural light. The Burghley Estate is home to Burghley House, a stunning Elizabethan house set within beautiful parkland with its own herd of deer. The center of the pretty village of Stamford is just 5 minutes’ walk away, and the A1 is just a 2-minute drive from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.0
Low score for Stamford
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    we had a dog so ate in the conservatory which was very comfortable. The breakfast choice was good and the evening meal was excellent, certainly worth a mention. Room spotless.
  • Maxine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for walking into Stamford centre. A lovely hotel with period features. Bar area was cosy and the restaurant breakfast was great. Staff helpful and friendly. Touches in the room such as coffee machine and homemade biscuits were...
  • Gerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was probably the best experience of the many hotels we have stayed at. The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. The room was excellent and the food good (although maybe a little expensive). The grounds and walks were superb.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The William Cecil

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 13 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo American Express Cash is not accepted The William Cecil accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note this is a historic and listed building and there is no elevator.

Some of our rooms have low ceilings.

FAQs about The William Cecil

  • Room options at The William Cecil include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Suite

  • The William Cecil offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Check-in at The William Cecil is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at The William Cecil may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The William Cecil is 2,300 feet from the center of Stamford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The William Cecil has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant