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The best inns in Saffron Walden

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The Cross Keys, hotel in Saffron Walden

The Cross Keys features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Saffron Walden. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. University of Cambridge is 26 km from the inn and Hedingham Castle is 32 km away.

Clean room Big bed Great breakfast
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,021 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
The Red Cow, hotel in Heydon

Set in Heydon and within 10 km of Audley End House, The Red Cow features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Very good standard accommodation with great food.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
244 reviews
Price from
£126
1 night, 2 adults
The Cricketers Arms, hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

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...

Lovely staff, location, room and food
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
899 reviews
Price from
£70
1 night, 2 adults
The Cricketers Clavering, hotel in Clavering

Located 9.1 km from Audley End House, The Cricketers Clavering offers 4-star accommodation in Clavering and features a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

everything great place friendly great breakfast
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
922 reviews
Price from
£126.50
1 night, 2 adults
The Red Lion Hinxton, hotel in Hinxton

In a tiny village south of Cambridge, this appealing 16th-century freehouse has an AA Rosette restaurant, an atmospheric bar, and new-build en suite rooms with free internet.

The Staff, especially James, were excellent as Showing us our room / Front of House / Taking Orders, he was all over the place. Food for Dinner and Freshly Cooked Breakfast (Included) no complaints. Very quiet, might be time of year though looks like in the summer it will have a lot of Guests outdoor in the Garden. Great standard of Decoration. Perfect for visiting Duxford Museum
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
154 reviews
Price from
£179
1 night, 2 adults
The Lord Byron Inn, hotel in Cambridge

The Lord Byron Inn is a charming pub that dates back to the 17th century. It has a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and offers guest accommodation just over 2 miles south of Cambridge city centre.

Excellent staff and lodgings
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
2,122 reviews
Price from
£104.50
1 night, 2 adults
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns, hotel in Thaxted

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.

Lovely little town, 15mins rural drive to Stansted airport. Lovely room, parking onsite and an excellent breakfast. Great value.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,150 reviews
Price from
£64
1 night, 2 adults
The Black Bull Inn, hotel in Balsham

The Black Bull Inn in Balsham features 4-star accommodation with a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

Staff helpful
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
106 reviews
Price from
£184
1 night, 2 adults
Kings Arms Hotel, hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Boasting a terrace, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Kings Arms Hotel is set in Stansted Mountfitchet, 200 metres from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and 14 km from Audley End House.

Very nice atmosphere and extremely helpful staff
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
434 reviews
Price from
£96
1 night, 2 adults
The Old Red Lion Inn, hotel in Cambridge

Situated in Cambridge and with Audley End House reachable within 17 km, The Old Red Lion Inn features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

Very warm and friendly.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
110 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
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Perfect for rustic breaks in the countryside, an Inn is a small property with basic hotel services and typically traditional decor. Inns are fully licensed and have a bar providing food and drinks in the evening, which distinguishes them from country or guest houses.

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  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Quaint old building full of character, room was very comfortable. The food and service in the pub was excellent, we had dinner and breakfast there both of which were fantastic
    Dean
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 55 reviews
    The little detached cottage is very private, extremely quiet and tastefully decorated and set out. There is a garden area with seating where we ate dinner made in the well equipped kitchen. A really lovely stay and one we hope to repeat.
    Anthony
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Breakfast and Dinner both very good. Room ok reported TV not working but wasn’t fixed during our stay. Window didn’t close properly which wasn’t an issue in summer but would be during winter months.
    Michael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    room was clean. plenty of towels, soap etc. variety of tea and coffee. Beds were comfortable. quiet surroundings. TV ok. Breakfast was hot and well cooked. Dinner was hot and tasty.
    S
    Susan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Rustic charm. Extremely comfy beds, large soft bath sheets, pleasant staff and nice food.
    Lisa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Very attractive room and pub. Breakfast and dinner were good. Excellent staff.
    Andrew
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    The pub tavern style. Breakfast was wonderful!
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Excellent Breakfast with a wide choice and of great quality Room adequate size with reaaly comfortable bed, good size bathroom. Good choice of menu for dinner with sizeable portions.
    Doug
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Historical Pub, great location in centre of town, comfortable bed and delicious breakfast. We also had an excellent Sunday roast dinner the following day. Staff were friendly and helpful.
    Gary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,021 reviews
    Little gem historic inn in central location. Superb food.
    beatrice
    Family with young children