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Set within the rural village of Rickling Green overlooking the historic cricket ground, three-star rated The Cricketers Arms offers rooms with king-size beds and LCD TVs, just 15 minutes’ drive from Stansted Airport. With private bathrooms featuring power showers and luxury toiletries, rooms at The Cricketers Arms also provide free Wi-Fi, while some rooms include super king-size beds. The hotel’s restaurant features a regularly changing menu made with fresh, local ingredients as well as a Sunday roast and a children’s menu. The property has been awarded a Dinner Award for its food. Stansted Airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car, and the M11 motorway is just a short 3–minute drive away. Free parking is also available at The Cricketers Arms.

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)

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were lovely, attentive and efficient. I ate in the evening and had breakfast, both were terrific. The beer (London Pride) was spot on. Parking good, room was a good size too.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the moment we arrived the staff were very polite and helpful. From showing us the room to service at dinner was excellent. We did not wait for anything and the food was so good.
  • Alistair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I arrived late but had been left full and clear instructions on how to get into the room along with an emergency contact number in case of problems. The rooms was very comfortable and perfect for a one night stopover on business. Breakfast was...
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Plenty of parking, super friendly and welcoming staff, great selection of alcohol, dog friendly, real fire, clean and comfortable room and amazing cooked breakfast.
  • Dave
    Spain Spain
    No breakfast as we left early. Staff were excellent.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I liked the quiet village location and the relaxing atmosphere of a small inn. The food evening meal was very good. Breakfast was OK. Good value for money. Dog friendly.
  • Rita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfy room - perfect to rest up after a long haul flight. Breakfast was really good
  • Richardson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful characterful country pub with a very clean room, comfy bed and nice shower. Breakfast was lovely and the staff were friendly and helpful.
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Not too far from M11. I was travelling from central Scotland to the Channel Tunnel and didn't want to to drive in the dark.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly and helpful staff, lovely pretty setting. The food was excellent. It was great that our dog was welcome, and there are lovely walks nearby.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of The Cricketers Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Cricketers Arms takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 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.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 18 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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the latest check-in on Christmas Day and Boxing Day is 17:00.

Check in on Sundays is available between 15:00 and 18:00 and there is no food served in the evenings on a Sunday.

Early check-in is possible from 12:00 for an additional fee of GBP 10 by prior arrangement.

Please inform The Cricketers Arms 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.

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