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Darwin's Townhouse

5.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Shrewsbury with a bar

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Double Room, Ensuite
Exterior
Daily English breakfast (GBP 10 per person)
Restaurant
Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
37 St Julian's Friars, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1XL
  • Shrewsbury Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Shrewsbury Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Attingham Park
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 164 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Twin Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Double Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 176 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite (Garden Room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 27.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Shrewsbury

A luxury stay in Shrewsbury awaits you at Darwin's Townhouse. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find St. Mary's Church and Old Market Hall. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free in-room WiFi. .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Shrewsbury B&B include Shrewsbury Abbey and Shrewsbury Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Old Market Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Quarry Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shrewsbury Castle - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Attingham Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Camellias Tea Rooms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪House of Grain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Three Fishes Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nags Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cromwell's Tap House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Darwin's Townhouse

Victorian bed & breakfast in Shrewsbury with a bar
As a guest of Darwin's Townhouse, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This Victorian Shrewsbury bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1760
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Darwin's Townhouse offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day (400 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Darwin's Townhouse B&B Shrewsbury
Darwin's Townhouse B&B
Darwin's Townhouse Shrewsbury
Sandford Hotel Shrewsbury
Darwin's Townhouse Shrewsbury
Darwin's Townhouse Bed & breakfast
Darwin's Townhouse Bed & breakfast Shrewsbury

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Darwin's Townhouse?

Darwin's Townhouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Darwin's Townhouse?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darwin's Townhouse on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$227.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Darwin's Townhouse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Darwin's Townhouse is a hit with families.

Does Darwin's Townhouse serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers adore the English brekkie here! Served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Darwin's Townhouse?

No, Darwin's Townhouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Darwin's Townhouse?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Darwin's Townhouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 314 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Darwins Townhouse was excellent in all ways. Pleasant staff, exceptional service, exceptionally clean, warm and comfortable. Wonderful location to town and very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfasts are great, the rooms cozy and comfortable, but the standout thing about the place is the friendliness of the staff. Julie - this even includes you!!! (In truth, especially you!). This was our second visit and won't be our last!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience at a lovely hotel with tremendous staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect town centre hotel
Lovely boutique hotel in a great setting. Friendly staff and a fab breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place, great staff, room and breakfast
Really excellent! Stay a couple of times now and always really love it, proper look forward to my visit. Everyone is super friendly, the place is really well looked after and decorated and makes for a fun stay. They leave water by ur bed and have an honesty bar you can use if wanted. The breakfast was really nice and the room super comfy. Thanks for another amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Shrewsbury
My visit started with a wonderful welcome by checkin staff who ran out to help me with the door and my bags. They went on to provide a lot of local information to help our stay. And the rest of the stay continued like that. Fantastic breakfast. Fab honesty bar. First class all round
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic unique take on staying away Such a great place to stay .wish we could have stayed longer and would definitely like to go back . An incredible breakfast to top it all off with great friendly staff .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great spot in Shrewsbury
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast choice.Very friendly and helpful staff. Also enjoyed our evening meal at the Loopy Shrew.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Annette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a room behind the main hotel building and across the lovely walled garden. Twin room very comfortable and in keeping with the Darwin theme. Well provided with choice of teas etc. Room toastie and warm. Very convenient for a concert at Shrewsbury Abbey, just a short walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy and welcoming property and staff
Beautifully decorated property with cosy touches. Very welcoming. Perfect location in Shrewsbury.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautifully decorated and spacious. Housekeeping was available daily. However, it lacked a mini fridge for cold water.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury stay
Lovely and creative decor, friendly staff, self serve bar and nibbles, great for my mum who can’t walk upstairs very well as we stayed in a ground floor room, lovely breakfast and had pretty much every type of food you could think of. Can’t fault this place and would definitely stay again.
Lovely garden
Sitting in the self serve bar room
View from the hallway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, our room was huge and so was the bed. The car park was just around the corner so just a short walk with the luggage. The breakfast was lovely as were all the staff. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, amazing friendly staff and nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Sparks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic building in the old town within walking distance to all the major tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Suela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent! So friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay--this is a great location and the rooms were very nice. We very much appreciated the staff's willingness to help us check in a little late and for staying around to give us some great recommendations for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

NICOLA

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024