• View
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage 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 vintage 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 cozy 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 highway M11 is a 20-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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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 full bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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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:

  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room warm and comfortable. Breakfast good. Friendly atmosphere.
  • Harding
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice room. Friendly staff. Good wifi and a very nice breakfast
  • Kelvin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent for one night stay if you have early morning flight

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Front Desk 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
    • Smoke-free property
    • 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 2:00 PM to 10:00 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

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

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's 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
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If guests require a late or early check-in, please advise the hotel in advance so that annex 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 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.

    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 offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is 1,650 feet from the center of Thaxted. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns has 1 restaurant:

        • The Swan Hotel

      • 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.

      • Check-in at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.