In picturesque Thaxted, Swan Hotel is just 8 miles from London Stansted Airport. The historic coaching inn features a charming restaurant, real ale bar and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi.
The bright and airy bedrooms have stylish decor, and some have period features. All rooms have a private modern bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, a TV and work desk.
Traditional British cuisine is served in the beautiful restaurant, which features exposed beams and open fires. Guests can enjoy local ales and fine wines in the cosy bar or on the terrace.
Swan Hotel is surrounded by scenic Essex countryside, and is just a 15-minute drive from the ancient Hatfield Forest. Free on-site parking is available, and the M11 motorway is a 20-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet
Free parking available on-site
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Thaxted
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Guests who stayed here loved
Geoff
United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful, nothing was to much trouble”
Erik
Norway
“Very good hot breakfast; could add some more cereals, (Aspen ran out), and I suggest a hob for piping hot water for tea. The thermos gives lukewarm water. Finally, we would love to see a toaster there again and if you add english muffins…we’re...”
Dawn
United Kingdom
“Location is great. Food is good. Had a warm friendly welcome”
Irene
United Kingdom
“The rooms were clean and comfortable, large shower.We were advised of the church bells directly opposite, ringing every hour, however, as we were at the back of the hotel we were not disturbed. The dining area had a good choice of evening meals ...”
Maggiej
United Kingdom
“Evening meal and breakfast was good and served on hot plates!
Choice was good and catered to a variety of requirements and tastes”
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Alison
United Kingdom
“The room was nice. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was good .”
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Craig
United Kingdom
“Double room great, shower nice and hot, breakfast great good selection, mix grill great sauce nice and peppery
all 4 staff on at night were great had a good chat with them all made to feel at home, morning staff both girls very helpful and...”
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Jacinta
United Kingdom
“Room was very clean. Beds were very comfortable. Hotel was very Chrismasy, lovely atmosphere. Staff were very helpful, friendly during stay., lovely receptionist on arrival on Saturday afternoon. Food reasonably priced.”
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Craig
United Kingdom
“staff great made me feel welcome ,breakfast was as good as ever no complaints their”
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Penelope
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent and the room was very clean.”
Availability
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
If guests require a late or early check-in, please advise the hotel in advance so that annexe rooms can be booked.
Please note that full payment is taken at time of booking.
If booking 5 rooms or more different conditions may apply.
Please inform Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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