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About the Hotel

1 Milk Street, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Old Post Office, a 3-star Shrewsbury hotel with an 8.4/10 rating, features a traditional family pub and offers six accommodations with home-cooked food and a wide range of traditional cask ales. This property includes a function room, outdoor seating area, and free WiFi throughout.

Rooms & Amenities

The rooms at Old Post Office are beautifully furnished, featuring solid heritage pine furniture and amenities like free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can choose from double and twin room options, and some rooms have private bathrooms.

Dining & Entertainment

Dining at Old Post Office includes a full menu offering traditional pub classics and daily cooked breakfast options. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the on-site bar and participate in karaoke and live music events in the function room.

Services & Activities

Old Post Office provides services including meeting and banquet facilities for private parties. Nearby activities include cycling, bowling, and exploring local history at attractions like Shrewsbury Castle, Rowley's House Museum, and Shrewsbury Abbey.

Location & Transportation

The pub maintains a central location, with town center shops just a short walk away. Public transportation options, including several bus services, are within walking distance, allowing easy access to explore the surrounding area.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Single Room

Max:

2 persons

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Shrewsbury300 m

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG) 74.3 km

Birmingham (BHX) 98.0 km

Bus

Bus stop500 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast included in our stay was fantastic, offering a great variety of options showcasing delicious local fare.” view full review

Cozy & Comfortable

“The room was upgraded upon arrival, providing a cozy and comfortable retreat that enhanced our experience.” view full review

Convenient Meals

“The bar menu provided reasonable value and allowed for convenient dining options right on-site.” view full review

Well-Organized Dining

“Breakfast and dinners were well organized in quiet adjacent spaces, ensuring a pleasant dining atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
No pets allowed
Luggage storage

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Entertainment
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Milk Street, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Map view

street view

1 Milk Street, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Park

The Quarry

700 m

Monastery

Shrewsbury Abbey

660 m

Metro Station

The Dana Prison

790 m

Castle

Shrewsbury Castle

650 m

Shirehall Abbey Foregate

Lord Hill's Column

1.2 km

Museum

Shropshire Regimental Museum

640 m

Nearby

Church

Shrewsbury Cathedral

190 m

Tower

Town Walls Tower

340 m

Gallery

Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery

170 m

Shrewsbury SY1 2AT

Laura's Tower

480 m

Church

Saint Alkmund's Church

90 m

Church

St Mary's Church

280 m

next to the River Severn

The Quantum Leap

460 m

Church

St Chad's Church

570 m

193 Abbey Foregate

Shropshire Wildlife Trust

1.1 km

Shopping Area

The Parade Shopping Centre

240 m

Ditherington Flax Mill

370 m

Garden

Abbey Gardens

560 m

Church

Shrewsbury Unitarian Church

60 m

Mall

Pride Hill Shopping Centre

210 m

Church

Old St Chad's Church

70 m

14A The Square

Wightman Theatre

140 m

The Music Hall

Original Shrewsbury

170 m

The Square

Robert Clive Statue

170 m

St Julian's Friars

William James Clement memorial obelisk

230 m

Pride Hill

Shrewsbury Buttercross

250 m

Claremont Street Upstairs in the Market Hall

VAN Gallery

280 m

English Bridge

The English Bridge

320 m

Garden

The Dingle

560 m

Victoria Quay

Sabrina Boat

530 m

Restaurants

The Old Post Office

10 m

1 Milk Street

Plantkind Falafel

10 m

4 Milk Street

Say Cheese

120 m

77 Wyle Cop

Soulbird Gallery

90 m

7/9 High Street

Cafe on the cop

170 m

20 Wyle Cop

Costa Coffee

170 m

Sundorne Retail Park

Loggerheads

210 m

1 Church Street

Philpotts

160 m

Abbots House Butcher Row Butcher Row

Hole in the Wall

290 m

1 Shoplatch

Chez Sophie

260 m

10 Mardol Head

The York Roast Co

260 m

12 Mardol Head

The Snug Cafe

270 m

30 The Parade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Weak Wi-Fi signal

Difficult lock/unlock

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

Timothy

United States, May 2024

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful! The rooms were not only very clean but also great value for money. Having only a key for my room added to the sense of security and convenience. The bed was super comfortable, and the bathroom was spacious and nice.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very clean, comfortable, and great value for money.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch! The staff was attentive without being pushy. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was enjoyable, even arranging a refund for my second night promptly.

Location

10.0

The location of the hotel was fantastic! Right in the town, near the river, and just a short walk from the railway station. It was the perfect spot for a short holiday stay.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent! I enjoyed a delicious meal in the restaurant at a very good price the evening before. The complementary breakfast, although a tad delayed, offered a variety of tasty options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great. Everything was well-maintained, and I had a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Brian

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the city, making it great for exploring Shrewsbury on foot. The staff is friendly and attentive, providing a pleasant stay. The Wi-Fi signal in the room is extremely weak, which may cause inconvenience. The breakfast offerings are simple but nourishing, and the restaurant serves excellent meals at a good value.

Rooms

7.0

The room was up a few flights of stairs but cozy and equipped with tea and coffee facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff is consistently kind, friendly, and helpful without being intrusive.

Location

8.0

The hotel's central location is great for accessing everything in the town center easily, although locking/unlocking may be a bit challenging.

Dining

8.0

The restaurant provides delicious meals at reasonable prices.