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.
“Good size, very comfortable bed, clean. Nice to have a bath. Will definitely stay again if I'm working in the area”
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Tony
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“Really well appointed and smart place, great friendly yet professional staff, great food and really good value.”
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Yvonne
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“Easy to find, convenient parking, very friendly and helpful staff.
Good food in the evening, reasonably priced, well presented and tasty.
Continental breakfast very good value for money.”
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Anabel
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“Staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good.”
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Anne-marie
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“Good room, pleasant and very helpful staff. Lovely location, ans good 🅿️”
Ann
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“Good location for flights from Stansted. Very pleasant staff and a very comfortable room. Good value for money.”
Bennett
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“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
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“Breakfast was delicious. Bed super comfy. Very nice shower.”
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Glenn
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“Had the bed breakfast and evening meal deal which was good value for money”
Alan
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“Location great for Stansted Airport.
Staff and service second to none.
Will definitely stay again.”
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
House rules
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
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 option.
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.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
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.
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