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The Saracens Head, an old coaching inn, situated just 5 miles from London Stansted airport in Great Dunmow. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi This historic hotel has been welcoming visitors for nearly 400 years. The 16th century coaching inn stands opposite the old market place at Great Dunmow, with easy access from the M11 and London Stansted Airport. This historic hotel has been fully modernised and offers guests well appointed bedrooms including a TV, direct dial telephone, trouser press, hairdryer and coffee and tea making facilities. Ideally situated on the high street of Dunmow town centre, the Saracens head hotel offers a choice of 2 conference and banqueting rooms, a fully licensed restaurant and bar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elyna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean, and friendly staff. I asked for an extended check out as my daughter was sick and they were very accommodating.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Attentive and considerate staff, very good food both evening meal and breakfast (included). Room was acceptable with easy access. 15 minutes drive from Stanstead airport free overnight parking.
  • Jon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My second time here, but on this occasion I was in a room in the main building, which was much quieter than before, which I appreciated. I was extremely comfortable; the room was excellent - very clean and had all I needed. (But see below...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good value hotel, the chef produced an excellent chicken Kiev for our dinner
  • Mary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent. staff extremely helpful and pleasant. Room comfortable.
  • Anita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff are amazing, breakfast each morning was delicious, rooms are very comfortable and fully equipped.
  • Michele
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cosy friendly pub , food very nice , good atmosphere
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable and nicely presented. The room was very welcoming.
  • Hills
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had our wedding there and Simon and his team could not have done more for us. If I could have marked it higher than 10 out of 10 I would.
  • Toby
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great communication prior to visit , accommodated preparing the room with some birthday decorations . Super efficient and helpful staff and a great price

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Saracens Head Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

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

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 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.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£10 per stay
2 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All rooms are non smoking.

Please inform The Saracens Head Hotel 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.

FAQs about The Saracens Head Hotel

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

    • Live music/performance
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Room options at The Saracens Head Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Suite
  • The Saracens Head Hotel is 100 yards from the centre of Great Dunmow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Saracens Head Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Guests staying at The Saracens Head Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte
  • Yes, The Saracens Head Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Saracens Head Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at The Saracens Head Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.