The Barrel Store Cirencester

The hostel is in the middle of the old town centre, two minutes walk for the cathedral. Good selection of bakery, restaurants and pubs nearby. The rooms are pretty small but with all the facilities you need. Towels and bath poducts included.

Unfortunately I was given Room 1. This room was unsatisfactory due to noise. I’ll never go there again. 1. Room 1 has a constant humming sound just outside of its door, I don’t know what machine it was from. Fortunately I came prepared with earplugs so I slept (but only for 4 hours). I slept so badly that I left after one night although I’d booked 2 nights. I couldn’t bear another night there. I got an early taxi and escaped to catch a train. 2. Room 1 is right by the entrance lobby. Slamming of fire doors was noisy. 3. Room 1 is apparently for disabled visitors. This would explain why the bathroom sink was about knee height. I’m not a wheelchair user so I don’t understand why I was given this room. 4. There was one hook on the wall but no coat hanger to hang my few clothes. Not even a chair or stool to place clothes on. I had to put my clothes on the floor. 5. I couldn’t make the shower run hot water so I couldn’t wash. It was a wet room so shower water went all over the bathroom floor. 6. I cannot fault the member of staff who was very helpful, polite and friendly. This room would suit disabled people who are also deaf and don’t mind sleeping in a single bed. Or a young person who can sleep through noise. Cannot recommend.

Twelve of my friends needed a place to stay for the Tuskers weekend (an African Ball), and we chose the Barrel Store. It was absolutely perfect for our stay- we used 3 rooms, and made good use out of the kitchen. The location is grand, being in the centre of town (and a 2 minute walk from the pubs) and easily accessible. The rooms & bathrooms were clean, and the kitchen is well equipped. The receptionist was super friendly! It’s a lovely place to stay in to see Cirencester. We will definitely be staying here again! See you next year Barrel Store!