Located in the center of ancient Stamford, The Bull and Swan is a historic 16th-century inn. It features unique, luxury rooms and traditional cuisine made with fresh, local produce. Complimentary parking is available at The William Cecil Hotel nearby. All of the stylish and modern rooms at The Bull and Swan provide flat-screen TVs as well as luxury toiletries. Guests can make use of free Wi-Fi, while some rooms offer luxurious baths and large beds. Guests can enjoy traditional cuisine made with ingredients from our Kitchen garden or enjoy a fresh pizza from our Pizza Potting Shed. The sprawling and beautiful Burghley Estate, home to the famous Burghley House, is less than a 5-minute walk away. Featured in the film ‘The Da Vinci Code’, the Elizabethan Burghley House includes a deer park and lake within its vast parkland. Some of our bedrooms are dog friendly (superior and deluxe) for an additional fee' at the end of the line where it says 'some rooms offer luxurious baths and large beds.

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

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
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Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
7.4
Low score for Stamford
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a lovely character property and we were very comfortable . The breakfast was outstandingly good !
  • Mick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were fantastic- helpful and welcoming. Food was superb, evening meal and breakfast. Local produce in the kitchens and no packaging at breakfast, clearly organised with environmental sustainability in mind
  • Clootie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The gardens here are lovely. Three separate areas one chock full with herbs, veg and flower beds, which you can also sit and relax amongst. Then there's the covered cinema and dining area and last, but not least, a pretty split level patio garden...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Bull And Swan
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
Media & Technology
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 13 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardSolo Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Payments made with an American Express card are not accepted.

Complimentary parking is available at The William Cecil Hotel, just 150 yards up the road. Booking is not required.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Bull And Swan

  • Guests staying at The Bull And Swan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • The Bull And Swan has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

  • The Bull And Swan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Movie nights
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Room options at The Bull And Swan include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at The Bull And Swan is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • The Bull And Swan is 1,800 feet from the center of Stamford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.