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A multi-storey car park. Photo for illustration. Photo from Pexels.
The simplest accommodation in Gloucester with parking is a home with its own space, as most city centre car parks have height barriers and some close in the evening. Four of the five Esho Stays homes in Gloucester have a drive or allocated space. The fifth uses on-street parking with a permit we arrange.
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Which Esho Stays homes in Gloucester have parking?
Every Esho Stays home in Gloucester comes with parking. Four have a drive or an allocated space, and the one-bedroom annex uses on-street parking with a permit.
| Home | Parking | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| 4-bed townhouse, Kingsholm | Rear drive, 2 cars in tandem | Tight access, so check larger vehicles first |
| Boutique penthouse | 1 private allocated space | About 66 stairs to the flat, no lift |
| 2-bed ground-floor apartment | 1 free on-site space | Step-free inside |
| Newly refurbished 2-bed apartment | 1 free space | A short walk from the entrance |
| 1-bed annex, Kingsholm | On-street with a permit | Send your registration before arrival |
Parking details as stated on each property page in October 2026.
What are the car parks like in Gloucester city centre?
Gloucester city centre has plenty of car parks, but many have height barriers under 2 metres and some lock in the evening. Check before you drive in with a tall car, a roof box or a van.
| Car park | Height limit | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Longsmith Street | 1.83 m | Close to the cathedral and Docks |
| Station Road | 1.83 m | By the railway station |
| Kings Walk | 1.85 m | In the shopping centre |
| Castlemeads | 2.00 m | Locked at 7pm |
| Westgate | 2.30 m | Barrier hours apply, no overnight parking |
| The Forum (Q-Park) | None listed | Open and charging 24 hours, pay on foot |
From Gloucester City Council car park information, October 2026. Most other council car parks have a 2.03 m limit.
Gloucester’s older streets are narrow, so parking at your accommodation saves time. Photo from Pexels.
How do parking permits work at Gloucester accommodation?
Some residential streets in Gloucester, including parts of Kingsholm, have permit parking. At our one-bedroom annex, we arrange a permit for you once you send the vehicle registration before arrival.
Permits are tied to the registration, so tell us if you change cars during the stay. On Gloucester Rugby home match days, streets around Kingsholm are busier, so park and leave the car where it is.
Can you park a van at Gloucester accommodation?
A small van fits at most of our Gloucester homes with a space or drive. Long or high-roof vans need checking first, because the townhouse drive is tight and most city car parks are too low.
Contractors with vans should read our guide to contractor accommodation with van parking, which covers heights, drives and tool security.
Parking tips from our Gloucester team
Park once, then walkThe centre, the Docks and Kingsholm are within 15 minutes’ walk of each other. Moving the car usually takes longer than walking.
Watch Castlemeads closing timeCastlemeads car park is locked at 7pm. If you are out for the evening, use a car park that stays open.
Consider the trainGloucester station is a short walk from all our homes. For trips to Cheltenham or Bristol, the train saves on parking.
Where to stay in Gloucester with a car
£195 / night4-bed townhouse, Kingsholm
- 4 bedrooms
- 7 beds
- 3 bathrooms
- Drive for 2 cars
- Garden
- Games room
A rear drive for two cars in tandem, plus a garden, games room and seven beds.
See the 4-bed townhouse
£120 / night2-bed ground-floor apartment
- 2 bedrooms
- 3 beds
- Ground floor
- 1 free on-site space
A ground-floor apartment with one free on-site space, a short walk from the hospital.
See the ground-floor apartmentCompare all homes in our guide to serviced accommodation in Gloucester.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking free at your Gloucester homes?
Yes. Parking at our Gloucester homes is included in the nightly price, whether it is a drive, an allocated space or an on-street permit we arrange. There are no extra parking charges from us. Pay car parks in the city centre are separate, if you choose to use them.
Can I charge an electric car at your Gloucester homes?
Our Gloucester homes do not list dedicated EV chargers. Ask us before you book, and we will suggest public charging points near the home you choose. Please do not run charging cables across a pavement or shared path, as this is a trip hazard for neighbours.
Is there overnight parking in Gloucester city centre?
Some city centre car parks allow overnight parking and some do not. Westgate does not permit overnight parking, and Castlemeads is locked at 7pm. The Forum car park is open and charging 24 hours. Staying in a home with its own space avoids the question.
How many cars can we bring?
Most of our Gloucester homes have one space, and the four-bedroom townhouse has a drive for two cars in tandem. If your group has more vehicles, tell us when you enquire and we will suggest the nearest car park or on-street options for the extra cars.
Next step
Coming by car?
Tell us how many vehicles and their sizes, and we will confirm parking before you book.
