The Bull And Swan

Hotels
8.5 (876 reviews)
24A High Street, St Martins , Stamford , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Quality food
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Value for money concerns
Lack of storage in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.58
Some issues with cleanliness in bathrooms were mentioned, impacting the score slightly.
Service
9.55
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
9.09
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location, especially its proximity to Stamford city center.
Room Quality
8.04
Rooms were mostly described positively, though some comments pointed to lack of storage and some size issues.
Amenities
8.57
Amenities like the espresso machine and free parking were mentioned positively.
Value for Money
7.53
Concerns regarding the room size and absence of breakfast were noted for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9.08
Many positive remarks about the food quality in the pub and breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.55
General satisfaction expressed in the reviews with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:46

Property Description

Luxurious 16th-Century Inn
Located in the heart of historic Stamford, The Bull and Swan offers unique luxury rooms and traditional cuisine with fresh local produce. The rooms feature flat-screen TVs, luxury toiletries, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms even boast luxurious baths and large beds.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in traditional cuisine crafted from ingredients sourced from the on-site Kitchen garden or savor a delicious pizza from the Pizza Potting Shed.

Explore Burghley Estate
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the nearby Burghley Estate, home to the iconic Burghley House featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’. Discover the deer park, lake, and vast parkland just a short 5-minute walk away.

Experience luxury and history at The Bull and Swan - book your stay now!

Important information:

Payments made with an American Express card are not accepted.

Complimentary parking is available at The William Cecil Hotel, just 150 yards up the road. Booking is not required.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 13 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 13 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 876 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.58
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.04
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Barry • couple • gb
4
Woken early by a fire alarm problem which obviously kept going off, waking the street up. So what was supposed to be a p
Pros:

Beautiful decor, comfy. Nice bar and food .

Cons:

Problem being stairs this time and only a bath . We both have leg problems so stairs is not good so also for me a walk in shower is good and a bath is not .

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Bettina • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • couple • gb
10
Brilliant stay overall
Pros:

The location was brilliant
The staff team led by Rob & supported by Francisco were absolutely fantastic

Cons:

The room was exceptionally hot

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Bouwe • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Leuk hotel aan de rand van het centrum. Uitstekende service.
Bad in de kamer is niet handig.

Cons:

Bad in de kamer is niet handig, je kunt eigenlijk niet douchen.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Character inn for a comfortable stay in a great location for Stamford
Pros:

Character inn
Great food
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Great location for Stamford

Cons:

Not so good in a heat wave!

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Declan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Outstanding
Pros:

Stunning historical building

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
A delightful old place! We would stay again and the staff were very friendly & helpful.
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
10
A relaxing, enjoyable stay in a great location.
Pros:

Lovely comfortable room. The outdoor bar and garden area were so nice to enjoy the warm weather. The staff were all very friendly. The food was amazing.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Louise • extended_group • gb
9
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Florence • couple • gb
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Stunning Stamford
Pros:

Our room had it's own private staircase which made it feel very private. The bed was huge ! Comfortable too. There was a roll top bath in the bedroom with separate shower head and some really nice bath products.
There was a small fridge in the room with fresh milk, an espresso machine with pods, a choice of teas and some homemade cookies....what's not to like !!
The staff were very helpful and welcoming.
Great location, parking available just up the road
Would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

A bit of road noise

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The rooms were excellent

Cons:

Would have liked the staff to interact with us a bit more

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Good location and interesting place to stay.
Pros:

Staff extremely efficient, very friendly and Great service from all.
Agnes, Liam, Izzy and Elena. 5*

Food excellent particularly
Breakfast which was delicious with great cooked choices and a fabulous buffet bar too with fresh fruit and compote.

Our room Wild Horse again excellent

Cons:

No bin in. Bathroom.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • nl
8
Not cheap, But worth the money.
Pros:

Great comfortable and warm rooms. Lovely helpful staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Sagar • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location.
Great food and friendly staff. Restaurant full on a Wednesday evening.
Fresh milk in fridge.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • gb
9
Great stsy
Pros:

Delicious Breakfast
Friendly helpful staff
Tasteful stylish room and furnishings
Well done

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee