• View
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Thaxted
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We got a lovely welcome when we arrived. When we first arrived in our room there was a strange noise so we were very kindly upgraded to another room that was perfect and we were very grateful. We had dinner in the hotel which was very tasty and a...
  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely friendly staff, good food, clean and comfortable
  • Alistair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very pleasant staff who were genuinely pleased to see all the guests

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Swan Hotel
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    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.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club Cash is not accepted Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    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.

    FAQs about Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns

    • Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns has 1 restaurant:

      • The Swan Hotel

    • Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is 550 yards from the centre of Thaxted. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns include:

        • Double
        • Single
        • Twin
        • Family

      • Yes, Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is popular with guests booking family stays.