Inn The Saracens Head Hotel

Market Place, Southwell, NG25 0HE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 453 reviews)

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7.8
Good
454 reviews

Very wecloming. Phone while I was on the way to see if a reservation in restaurant was required.Comfortable room. good breakfast. Very helpful staff. Plenty of Parking. Great hospitality.

David United Kingdom

Nice old building with character,good location for my work,friendly and helpful staff,nice restaurant with good food,clean comfortable room,good value for money.

Stephen United Kingdom

Comfy beds. Lovely breakfast of scrambled eggshell

Marilyn United Kingdom

Meeting the owner ! What a character, strait out of central casting!

Richard Canada

Excellent location lovely hotel with very good breakfast and helpful staff Enjoyed the historical aspect of the hotel . We didn’t bring our pet but would be happy to do that next time.

Gillian United Kingdom

Breakfast was good and freshly cooked to order. Staff were friendly and helpful - we had to phone to ask how to get to the car park! Town was interesting.

Jackie United Kingdom

been several times to this hotel and always made welcome an old worldy hotel bed was large and very clean

John United Kingdom

we were arriving outside of reception hours, but James stayed on to welcome us, lovely breakfast in the morning !

Kim United Kingdom

The history, the location, and the warm comfortable room and the friendly staff.

Anne United Kingdom

Very comfortable and spacious room. Very nice, lovely and clean en-suite. Lovely breakfast served, a good selection. Friendly, obliging and welcoming staff. Road side first impression, does not do justice to the size of the hotel.

Joanna United Kingdom
7.8
Good
454 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Very wecloming. Phone while I was on the way to see if a reservation in restaurant was required.Comfortable room. good breakfast. Very helpful staff. Plenty of Parking. Great hospitality.”
    David David United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Nice old building with character,good location for my work,friendly and helpful staff,nice restaurant with good food,clean comfortable room,good value for money.”
    Stephen Stephen United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Comfy beds. Lovely breakfast of scrambled eggshell”
    Marilyn Marilyn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Meeting the owner ! What a character, strait out of central casting!”
    Richard Richard Canada Canada
  • “Excellent location lovely hotel with very good breakfast and helpful staff Enjoyed the historical aspect of the hotel . We didn’t bring our pet but would be happy to do that next time.”
    Gillian Gillian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was good and freshly cooked to order. Staff were friendly and helpful - we had to phone to ask how to get to the car park! Town was interesting.”
    Jackie Jackie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “been several times to this hotel and always made welcome an old worldy hotel bed was large and very clean”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “we were arriving outside of reception hours, but James stayed on to welcome us, lovely breakfast in the morning !”
    Kim Kim United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The history, the location, and the warm comfortable room and the friendly staff.”
    Anne Anne United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very comfortable and spacious room. Very nice, lovely and clean en-suite. Lovely breakfast served, a good selection. Friendly, obliging and welcoming staff.”
    Joanna Joanna United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities7.3
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.1
  • Value for money 7.2
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi 7.7
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This charming 16th century coaching inn with 27 refurbished bedrooms with attached bathroom, a bar and a restaurant is located opposite the Norman Minster and close to the town of Newark.

All the rooms at The Saracens have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

The Saracens Head mixes the old with the new; offering modern comforts to complement its rich history, which dates even further back than its visit from King Charles in 1642. The inn offers conferencing and banqueting facilities in elegant surroundings.

Freshly prepared cuisine is served in the Lord Byron Restaurant, where traditional splendor and contemporary menus combine to provide you with an enjoyable dining experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
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7.8
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  • Staff8.4
  • Facilities7.3
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.1
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  • Value for money 7.2
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi 7.7
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  • David United Kingdom

    “Very wecloming. Phone while I was on the way to see if a reservation in restaurant was required.Comfortable room. good breakfast. Very helpful staff. Plenty of Parking. Great hospitality.”

  • Stephen United Kingdom

    “Nice old building with character,good location for my work,friendly and helpful staff,nice restaurant with good food,clean comfortable room,good value for money.”

  • Marilyn United Kingdom

    “Comfy beds. Lovely breakfast of scrambled eggshell”

  • Richard Canada

    “Meeting the owner ! What a character, strait out of central casting!”

  • Gillian United Kingdom

    “Excellent location lovely hotel with very good breakfast and helpful staff Enjoyed the historical aspect of the hotel . We didn’t bring our pet but would be happy to do that next time.”

  • Jackie United Kingdom

    “Breakfast was good and freshly cooked to order. Staff were friendly and helpful - we had to phone to ask how to get to the car park! Town was interesting.”

  • John United Kingdom

    “been several times to this hotel and always made welcome an old worldy hotel bed was large and very clean ”

  • Kim United Kingdom

    “we were arriving outside of reception hours, but James stayed on to welcome us, lovely breakfast in the morning ! ”

  • Anne United Kingdom

    “The history, the location, and the warm comfortable room and the friendly staff.”

  • Joanna United Kingdom

    “Very comfortable and spacious room. Very nice, lovely and clean en-suite. Lovely breakfast served, a good selection. Friendly, obliging and welcoming staff. Road side first impression, does not do justice to the size of the hotel.”

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About The Saracens Head Hotel

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  • 1 Can a pet free room be specified? 2 What time is breakfast on Sunday mornings?

    Hi Guest, All the four poster rooms are pet free although the standard rooms may have had a pet in them at some stage but are thoroughly cleaned after one has stayed with us. Breakfast on a Sunday morning is 8-10 am. Thank you Reception

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    Answered on January 4, 2020
  • Hi,. before I book could you tell me what time you start serving Breakfast as I have an early start. Manu thanks

    7-9 weekdays 8-10 weekends

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    Answered on October 26, 2021
  • Do you have any ground floor rooms suitable for the elderly ?

    Sorry all our rooms are either first floor or second floor, we can where possible use the rooms nearest to the main staircase

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    Answered on April 20, 2021
  • we are attending a wedding in Southwell on Saturday. Can we book a room and go straight to the wedding then return after 8.0pm?

    Hi check in is from 3-8pm, you can come along early and collect your keys so you can gain access after 8pm

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    Answered on November 16, 2021
  • we would like to book a twin or double room 10th -12th September, with a dog. is that possible

    It certainly us :) There will be a £15 deep clean charge. Thank you

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    Answered on August 25, 2020
  • Hello , I can you let me know if you receive a cancellation from sat 28th to Sunday 29th . Thank you

    Hi Guest If you let me know your name i can check it for you

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    Answered on August 17, 2021
  • Hi do you supply shower gel shampoo and conditioner ??

    yes they are in each room

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    Answered on August 27, 2021
  • do you have rooms with a King-size bed

    yes the four poster rooms have king size beds

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    Answered on May 11, 2021
  • Hi, does the standard double room @ £704 include breakfast ?

    hi Mr Wilson, Yes breakfast is included with the price

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    Answered on August 13, 2021
  • Are your bar and restaurant open ?

    we have the bar open till about 8pm and we are not doing any meals at the moment we are operating as a BB only

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    Answered on September 11, 2021
  • how much for a dog to stay per night

    Good evening, Dog charge is £15.00 per night. Kind regards

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    Answered on November 24, 2019
  • Do you have charging points for my electric car

    Sorry we do not have any electric charging points

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    Answered on April 26, 2021
  • Hi , do you have ground floor rooms ?

    sorry no rooms are either 1st or 2nd floor

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    Answered on November 16, 2021
  • Does the charge for a Double Room (with free cancellation) at £105 include breakfast? You only say breakfast is included at the non cancellable £95 rate.

    yes breakfast is included

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    Answered on November 2, 2021
  • Hi, are we able to stay in the suite with a 4 year old child? Is there overnight parking available nearby?

    No Sorry children are not permitted in these rooms Parking is at the rear of the hotel

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    Asked about: King Suite • Answered on October 28, 2021
  • Hi, we are looking to spend Sunday night with you, the 12th September and want to know if you are dog friendly/ Thanks Daz

    Dogs are allowed in standard rooms only at a charge of £15 a night

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    Answered on August 26, 2021
  • Hello, is there an option to have a morning check in due to a wedding at the Old Vicarage down the road from you? Many thanks, Alex

    Hello guest, We do not do morning check in you could come and collect your key and leave your luggage after 12pm but would not be able to access your room

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    Answered on April 14, 2021
  • Hi I am looking for two room one room allowing two dogs. 19 april4 nights

    Hi , Yes we can accommodate two dogs we charge £15 per dog per night, if you would like to call me to discuss your booking please do not hesitate 01636 812701

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    Answered on March 15, 2021
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Southwell Minster
    0.3 miles
  • Ramsdale Park Golf Centre
    7 miles
  • Sherwood Forest
    8.1 miles
  • Beth Shalom Holocaust Centre
    8.2 miles
  • Nottingham Wildcats Arena
    10.7 miles
  • Nottingham Racecourse
    10.9 miles
  • National Water Sports Centre
    11 miles
  • Green's Mill and Science Centre
    11.3 miles
  • Thoresby Hall
    11.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Piano Restaurant
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Old Theatre Del
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • National Ice Centre
    11.6 miles
  • Sherwood Business Park
    12.1 miles
  • Nottingham Castle
    12.2 miles
  • Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
    12.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Southwell Racecourse
    1 miles
  • Mountain Southwell Minster
    0 miles
  • Mountain Southwell Work House
    0 miles
Public transit
  • Train Hucknall
    10.4 miles
Closest Airports
  • East Midlands Airport
    23 miles
  • Doncaster Sheffield Airport
    27.5 miles
  • Humberside Airport
    43.1 miles
How to get to The Saracens Head Hotel from East Midlands Airport
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    Free parking is available.
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Amenities of The Saracens Head Hotel

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules The Saracens Head Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa The Saracens Head Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Dogs are allowed at a charge of GBP 15 per night.

The car park is located directly behind the hotel at the intersection of Queen Street, Halam Road and The Ropewalk. Parking is free for hotel guests when they give their registration to the hotel reception.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform The Saracens Head Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Saracens Head Hotel

  • Room options at The Saracens Head Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single

  • The prices at The Saracens Head Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Saracens Head Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Yes, The Saracens Head Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Saracens Head Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Saracens Head Hotel by:

    • Car 40min

  • Check-in at The Saracens Head Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Saracens Head Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking

  • The Saracens Head Hotel is 350 feet from the center of Southwell.