- View
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bath
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Parking on site
About this property
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 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bennett
United Kingdom
“The staff very friendly, very helpful. Location perfect. Rooms clean and tidy, very comfortable. Great having the fan in the room as quiet warm.” - Sandie
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was delicious. Bed super comfy. Very nice shower.” - Glenn
United Kingdom
“Had the bed breakfast and evening meal deal which was good value for money” - Alan
United Kingdom
“Location great for Stansted Airport. Staff and service second to none. Will definitely stay again.” - John
United Kingdom
“Excellent village location opposite an amazing church. Totally unexpected.” - Julian
United Kingdom
“V good location in attractive small Essex town, on main through road, immediately opposite fine mediaeval church. Well maintained, good menu. Smallish clean rooms, comfortable beds. Staff excellent - helpful and welcoming throughout. Overall a...” - Martin
France
“Excellent room, lovely pub, the staff were friendly, the food / breakfast were superb. Highly recommend!” - Gillian
United Kingdom
“Very helpful and friendly staff. Absolutely spotless,and the food plus breakfast really good” - Philip
United Kingdom
“Lovely friendly staff. Great room with good facilities, free parking and a warm welcome” - Yrena
United Kingdom
“Friendly helpful staff. Clean comfortable room Excellent breakfast choices and value for money”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- The Swan Hotel
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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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.




The fine print
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.