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The Saracens Head, an old coaching inn, located 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 modernized and offers guests well appointed bedrooms including a TV, direct dial telephone, trouser press, hairdryer and coffee and tea making facilities. Ideally located on the high street of Dunmow town center, the Saracens head hotel offers a choice of 2 conference and banqueting rooms, a fully licensed restaurant and bar.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

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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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
7.5
Low score for Great Dunmow
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tenney
    Australia Australia
    We enjoyed the atmospher in the bar during the European Football match! The bar staff are great.
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were so friendly and accommodating, nothing too much trouble. Espresso martini mixed by the lovely barman was the best I've had! Room was lovely and clean, beautiful decor, and some nice personal touches, including a rubber duck for the...
  • Ashley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Most of the staff were really lovely and very accommodating. and the food was delicious.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

Amenities of The Saracens Head Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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 access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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 13 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 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£10 per stay
2 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

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

All rooms are non-smoking.

Please inform The Saracens Head Hotel 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 The Saracens Head Hotel

  • Yes, The Saracens Head Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at The Saracens Head Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte
  • The Saracens Head Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Room options at The Saracens Head Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Suite
  • The prices at The Saracens Head Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Live music/Performance
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Check-in at The Saracens Head Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Saracens Head Hotel is 350 feet from the center of Great Dunmow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.