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Brand new meeting room now complete!
04/05/2013 |
The Big Sleep Hotel, a leading location for Cheltenham meetings and events, has added to their meeting spaces. In 2009, the hotel completed their first meeting room named The Malkovich suite after the famous Hollywood actor who has a financial interest in the group. Now, four years later the Big Sleep Hotel has extended their offering by a further meeting room that can accommodate up to 20 and a syndicate room which caters for up to 12 people.
All of the meeting rooms have Wi-Fi, Projector & Screen, Natural daylight, Blackout blinds, Unlimited Tea/Coffee/Water, Free Car Parking and Stationary.
All of our meeting rooms have been tastefully decorated in Orla Kiely wallpaper chosen personally by our managing director Cosmo Fry a descendant of the Fry’s chocolate empire.
The Big Sleep Hotel’s three unique meeting rooms are ideal for everything from intimate business affairs to training days up to 40 guests.
For further details please contact Jon Beare, Regional Sales Manager on sales@thebigsleephotel.com
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In Cheltenham Magazine
02/02/2009 |
| The label of designer budget hotel is apt for The Big Sleep in Cheltenham: It is de-signed to be chic and comfortable, providing all the necessities in a colourful building in the Cheltenham town centre, with a price tag that makes it the perfect choice for a weekend getaway that won’t break the bank. My partner and I drove into Cheltenham from Oxford on a Friday evening, and had absolutely no problems finding the hotel. Their ample secure on-site parking pleasantly surprised us, as they are located just within a stone’s throw of the Cheltenham high street and great local pubs, restaurants and nightspots. And for being so close to the action, the hotel is blissfully quiet, being a bit tucked away. Upon check-in the staff were incredibly friendly and efficient, the process taking no more than a couple of minutes. A stylish 24hr bar and a breakfast area flank the front desk (a complimentary breakfast is served every morning). A bright lime green seating area rounds off the clean, Swedish-design/1970s retro look of the first floor. We made our way up to our room, and opened it to find a pink paradise awaiting us. We were in an executive suite, complete with a living room and desk area with a wall hung flat screen TV (standard in all rooms), and a tasselled divider separating the huge and comfortable bed from the rest of the room. Shag curtains - yes, that’s right, shag curtains! - completed the look. The bathroom contained a separate shower and large bathtub. The room was truly impressive in being beautifully designed, yet minimalist and utilitarian. After settling into our room, we headed out for pre-dinner drinks at a bar just around the corner, and then off to a great Indian restaurant – all within easy walking distance. The next morning we were off to Gloucester for a rugby match, and the quick trip made it clear that The Big Sleep would be a great place to stay if you’re looking for accommodation for a sports event. In addition to being perfect for a couple on a weekend trip, there are two group rooms with kitchenettes in the hotel for families or groups of friends, and a meeting room available for conferences, seminars and training events. Overall, I cannot recommend The Big Sleep more for its location, attentive staff, incredible bespoke interior design, and value for money. Book soon! Reviewed by Kimberly Manning and Nathan Wiles |
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A Modern Way Of Exploring Old Town
22/08/2008 |
WHEN it comes to providing a cheap, no-thrills base from which to explore a city or town, budget hotels are often a sensible choice.
So for a weekend break in Cheltenham, a Regency town I'd only visited briefly before, The Big Sleep Hotel seemed to tick all the right boxes thanks to its central location and reasonable rates.
With Hollywood actor John Malkovich among its backers and founded by Cosmo Fry — a descendant of the Fry's chocolate family — I'd heard about the buzz surrounding its opening.
Fresh, simple and ultra modern, The Big Sleep certainly opened my eyes, not only to the charms of the Gloucestershire spa town, but also to just how bland much other budget accommodation seemed in comparison.
Tucked away down a back street off the inner ring road, from the outside the 62-bedroom self-styled 'designer budget' hotel looked more like an unobtrusive office block as we approached.
But once inside the lobby, the minimalist decor, which was offset by painted wall art, green shag pile carpet and bold, bright furniture, lifted our spirits.
As did the sight of the bar nestled in the reception area.
Our room was slightly less dazzling than downstairs, with a soft grey and light blue colour scheme and an ice-white bathroom.
With a flat-screen television, phone, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, and Wi-Fi available on demand, our room had everything we needed.
After a quick change, we were back downstairs to take advantage of the bar's happy hour — which runs between 4pm and 7pm every day — before making the short walk to the town centre.
We made a beeline for the attractive Montpellier area which has a superb selection of reasonably priced restaurants and some lively bars and pubs.
After having some food and a few drinks we returned to the hotel for a nightcap at the bar, which is open 24 hours.
The next morning, we discussed our plans for the day while sitting in the brightly coloured breakfast room. It was decided we would hit the shops first of all.
Ranging from The Promenade shopping area, with its big-name stores, to the designer boutiques and gift shops in Montpellier, Cheltenham offers a good mix of shops to satisfy those in need of retail therapy.
After a spot of lunch we headed to Cheltenham Art Gallery and Museum. In addition to a regularly changing programme of art exhibitions, there is a comprehensive permanent collection of fine art, jewellery, furniture and local history.
Allow at least an hour to explore the free museum.
That evening we walked the short distance from the hotel to the Everyman Theatre for a performance of Spies, a funny, touching and compelling play about dark secrets during the Second World War.
Guests of the hotel can get vouchers for discounted tickets to some performances at the impressive 19th century theatre, which has a packed programme of drama, ballet, opera, dance, comedy and music events.
The next morning it was time to check out of the hotel and I found myself reflecting on a weekend that had not only made me look afresh at Cheltenham but also the culture of budget hotels.
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