Swan Hotel

9.6
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Bull Ring, Thaxted, Dunmow CM6 2PL, United Kingdom

+44 1371 830321

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Hotel Description

The Swan Hotel, located at Bull Ring, Thaxted, Dunmow CM6 2PL, United Kingdom, is a charming and cozy retreat offering a perfect blend of traditional hospitality and modern comfort. Situated in the heart of the picturesque town of Thaxted, the hotel is within walking distance of notable local attractions, including the Thaxted Guildhall and John Webb's Mill, allowing guests to easily explore the rich history of the area. The hotel’s design exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere with classic touches that reflect the town's heritage, creating a relaxed, comfortable environment for visitors. Each room at The Swan Hotel is designed with the utmost care, featuring spacious layouts and high-quality furnishings to ensure a restful stay. The rooms are equipped with essential amenities to make guests feel at home, offering a blend of classic and contemporary touches to create a perfect environment for relaxation. The hotel offers a range of special amenities, including free Wi-Fi, baggage storage, and a restaurant and bar where guests can enjoy delicious meals and refreshing drinks. The hotel's prime location also makes it easily accessible by public transportation. Guests can take a short taxi ride to various transport hubs, including London Stansted Airport, which is only a 19-minute drive away, and other major airports such as London Luton and Heathrow. The Swan Hotel places great importance on guest safety, adhering to health and safety guidelines to ensure a secure and enjoyable stay. Popular local attractions, including Audley End House and Gardens, National Trust's Hatfield Forest, and Hedingham Castle, are just a short drive away, offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the local culture and history. Guests can also enjoy nearby dining options, such as The Swan (5 minutes away by taxi), India Villa (1 minute away), and The Plough Bar & Grill (11 minutes away), ensuring a variety of dining experiences close to the hotel. Whether you are visiting for a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled trip, The Swan Hotel offers an inviting atmosphere with exceptional service and an excellent location, making it the ideal choice for your stay in Thaxted.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to Thaxted Guildhall and the John Webb's Mill, Thaxted

2. Guests praised the service and overall hospitality of the hotel

3. One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant, offering great food

4. One of the few hotels in the area with a bar, perfect for relaxing

5. Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel for seamless connectivity

6. Baggage storage, housekeeping, and parking available for added convenience

7. Close proximity to major attractions such as Audley End House and Gardens

8. Kid-friendly atmosphere with a welcoming environment for families

9. Smoke-free property, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for guests

10. Accessible to public transport options, with easy access to London Stansted Airport


6.2 Good

Location rating

Top sights

Audley End House and Gardens
14 min
National Trust - Hatfield Forest
20 min
Hedingham Castle
29 min
Mountfichet Castle
17 min
Audley End Miniature Railway and Enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk
14 min

Nearest locations

The Star Pub
1 min
India Villa
1 min
Flames Kebab Thaxted
1 min
Ocean Delight
1 min
The Farmhouse Inn
3 min
The Swan
5 min
The Red Lion Great Sampford
7 min
The Plough Bar & Grill
11 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating6.2
Nearest airportLondon Stansted Airport
Travel time to airport19 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    Official Hotel

    $99

    LateRooms.com

    $100

    Tripening Hotels

    $103


Location

Bull Ring, Thaxted, Dunmow CM6 2PL, United Kingdom

Airports:

Heathrow Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 32 min

Transit: 2 hr 28 min

London City Airport

Taxi: 54 min

Transit: 1 hr 55 min

London Luton Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 17 min

Transit: 2 hr 48 min

London Stansted Airport

Taxi: 19 min

Transit: 32 min

London Gatwick Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 37 min

Transit: 2 hr 44 min

London Southend Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 2 min

Transit: 2 hr 21 min


Nearby locations

6.2

Good Location

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Services

Baggage storage

Housekeeping

Parking & transportation

Parking

Languages spoken

English

Accessibility

Not accessible

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Cash

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Table service

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub


Reviews

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9.2

38 reviews

Wonderful
25
Excellent
11
Good
2
Below Average
0
Not Good
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Mark M

5/5
Had a lovely time last weekend in Thaxted. Was enjoying a relaxing lunch with friends in this homely traditional inn with such a friendly crew and buzzy atmosphere - highly recommend the BBQ CHICKEN SANDWICH with the ROSEMARY SEA SALTED …

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Lance C

5/5
Come back again and found it absolutely 💯 fantastic.|Hotel is really clean and very friendly, I've told all my work colleagues.|Food is top notch and certainly taste great for a pub chain. …

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Lance Corporal

5/5
Come back again and found it absolutely 💯 fantastic.Hotel is really clean and very friendly, I've told all my work colleagues.Food is top notch and certainly taste great for a pub chain.Beds are very comfortable to sleep in and bedroom decorated very well.What more do you need!Breakfast was superb aswell.Parking is ok and another carpark is close by the hotel.Overall fantastic and have told all my colleagues again, how great everyone who works there is.

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sarah Atkinson

5/5
We had dinner here the other week it was delicious and it’s got a great vibe. The staff are so friendly particularly Jack … very polite!

Service 5

Location5

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Andy N

5/5
My wife and I popped into The Swan Greene King mid afternoon today for a late lunch / early dinner. The pub is cozy and has a charming rustic feel to it, but very inviting. …

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Steven S

5/5
We stayed at this gorgeous hotel for the weekend and it was fantastic, its in a superb area and in fact we was very surprised, its like you have gone back in time with how everything, the local area really is very nice and the comfort is …

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Ginge A

4/5
The Swan really lovely hotel in a wonderful location. Very warm welcome and all staff were polite and friendly. Nice room no6 very small but good for the night. …

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Alan Bennett

5/5
Didn’t plan this visit just fell upon the lovely little hotel restaurant and bar and popped in for lunch. Great service and food with a lovely location and setting. Will definitely visit again

Service 5

Location5

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Russell North

4/5
Had a lovely meal today at the Swan we were well looked after by the blonde haired lady great service and quality food

Service 5

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Trek21047083349

4/5
The meal was enjoyable - we had fish and chips. The service and atmosphere were pleasant and our waitress Millie was very friendly and helpful.|We love the Swan pub and are glad any modernisations haven’t altered the lovely character of the place.