Airbnb Prices Skyrocket for Cheltenham Festival as Thousands Head to Benidorm

Airbnb prices skyrocket for Cheltenham Festival as thousands head to Benidorm

You could save £2,000 if you choose to watch the Cheltenham Festival by the pool in the sun instead of at Prestbury Park

Cheltenham Festival 2026 dates, tickets, timings and everything you need to know

The Cheltenham Festival 2026 is approaching, and fans are getting ready for the pinnacle of the National Hunt season in just one month's time.

Price of Cheltenham accommodation triples for festival week

Accommodation prices in Cheltenham for the week of the Cheltenham Festival are on average 228% higher than they are for the previous week as hotels and Airbnb landlords seek to make the most of the overwhelming demand. Analysis of Booking.com and Airbnb data by IrishRacing.com shows prices for hotels and short-term lets for the week of 9-14 are, on average, more than triple prices for the week prior. The average cost of a five-night stay to coin…