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The Alb

Property class: 3.5

Photo gallery for The Alb

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, hanging plants, and artwork on the walls.
A bar with multiple beer taps, including brands like Budweiser and Heineken, and a variety of liquor bottles in the background.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling light fixture, and a view of the outside through a window.
A multi-story residential building with a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a visible door.
A covered outdoor seating area with benches and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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14 Smithfield Road, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1PB
  • Place, Shrewsbury Castle
    ā€Ŗ3 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Old Market Hall
    ā€Ŗ7 min walkā€¬
  • Place, The Quarry Park
    ā€Ŗ9 min walkā€¬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two pillows, and folded towels on a headboard.

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small shelf with a plant.

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with potted plants.

Basic Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Shrewsbury

The Alb places you steps from Shrewsbury Castle and within a 10-minute stroll of St. Mary's Church. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Shrewsbury hotel include St Alkmond's Church and Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Shrewsbury Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Market Hall - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Quarry Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Attingham Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖCamellias Tea Rooms - ā€¬7 min walk
  • ā€ŖMontgomery's Tower (Wetherspoon) - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Shrewsbury Hotel - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Salopian - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖCaffĆØ Nero - ā€¬6 min walk

About this property

The Alb

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

This 3.5-star Shrewsbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Alb offers 7 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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/debit cards
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 accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club and JCB International.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Alb serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is served at The Alb.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alb?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alb on 1 Sept 2026 start from NZ$159, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at The Alb?

No, The Alb does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Alb?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alb?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Alb?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Alb Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 129 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were comfy,clean and good value for money.Breakfast was lovely and staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was comfortable and clean, the staff were very helpful and the breakfast was amazing. I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic quadruple room.staff really friendly.defo recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm welcome from the staff and the room was spotless absolutely recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, warm and comfortable room. Tasty breakfast - service at breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful Room was a good price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Spot for a short Stop

Amazing place to staff and the manager was excellent, very helpful. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location very clean and comfortable staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommended

Fantastic little hotel, perfect location and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay ! We definitely return again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Really nice comfortable rooms friendly staff great breakfast round stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay, staff are great, food and drinks were great. Room itself was lovely, spacious and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alb hotel

Comfortable rooms a little dated but clean and roomy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly & warm welcome the staff were fab. Lovely room spotlessly clean & comfy beds. Breakfast was delicious with lots of choice. Great location for exploring Shrewsbury will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay although was a bit noisy at times but that comes from being in such a great location. Breakfast was fantastic and Paul was very attentive. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room with fantastically friendly stall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great decently priced find in the heart of Shrewsbury, my room was modern, comfortable and very clean. The staff were very friendly and the freshly cooked breakfast was a nice bonus. I'll happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay. Food was excellent. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight parking is easy in the multi story. Cute hotel, very friendly staff and wasnt too loud considering was right next to a busy road and a bar. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Very good stay, excellent location, breakfast was amazing and food very good and reasonably priced. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young woman behind the bar was great she made the best cocktails šŸ¹ lovely thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short walk from the train station which we liked. The room was on the ground floor which was nice as we didnā€™t have to carry our luggage up several flights of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation. Great location to get into town and just across the road from the train station. We had breakfast too which was very good. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent staff. Accommodation a bit tired but did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that towels were provided despite Expedia stating they weren't. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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