The Bull And Swan

Hotels
8.5 (836 reviews)
24A High Street, St Martins , Stamford , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
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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 836 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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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
Traditional comfort and hospitality
Pros:

A delightful old pub with beautifully appointed rooms and staff who were amiable and very attentive. We were touched that they had made us some gluten free brownies for our room. The bar and dining area were very attractively presented too.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Jamie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
Very enjoyable and would definitely stay there again.
Pros:

Everything was perfect

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Hannah solo_traveller gb
8
Fabulous room, very comfy bed. Would 100% stay again.
Pros:

Lovely hotel, beautifully decorated room, very comfy bed, I slept like a log. Room was street side but you couldn’t hear much for a midweek stay. Didn’t manage to eat there but the complimentary cookie was highly appreciated, also fresh milk in the mini fridge for morning coffee is a big win. Great location and very friendly staff. Lots of doggos as well which was a joy.

Cons:

There was a lovely dressing table where I planned to do my makeup for the wedding I was attending but the lighting wasn’t great. Not a big thing at all, I used the bathroom which was fine but it was a bit of a shame that the lamp next to it was down facing so not really practical for makeup application.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Jill couple gb
9
Lovely stay with great breakfast
Pros:

Lovely large room.
Very clean and bed was very comfortable.
Water , tea and coffee available and very nice cookies
Huge bathroom very good
Nice shower with complementary shampoo etc

Cons:

Some quite steep stairs to the room,
We felt we paid quite a lot for one night

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Pros:

Great room in a really nice pub , excellent location for Burghley hall and the town centre

Cons:

All good

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
9
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
J
Jayne couple gb
10
Perfect visit
Pros:

Stayed before. Lovely place with lots of character. Room exceptional and staff always friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Cheryl couple us
10
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Joshua couple gb
10
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
A
Adrian solo_traveller gb
8
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Pros:

Good location, easy parking, very well maintained. Beer garden was excellent.

Cons:

Expensive.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Barry couple gb
10
Going back!
Pros:

History by the bucket load. Excellently decorated and comfortable. Food is great give it a try. Staff exceptionally friendly

Cons:

Beautiful, central, quiet, friendly staff.

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Julia couple gb
8
Lovely room, dissapointing food.
Pros:

Lovely, comfortable room with clean facilities. Great location, central to town. Parking locally included in price.

Cons:

Noise from nearby road was significant, older single glazed windows I guess. Food in pub was very dissapointing for the price.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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BrendanT solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Rich couple gb
8
Lovely room and a short walk into Stamford.
Pros:

Lovely spacious room (Newton) that is full of character.
Big comfortable bed. Great shower. Excellent breakfast. Pub serves decent beer.
Short walk into the center of Stamford and near to entrance to Burghley House if that is your focus.
Note that parking is a short way up the road in their sister building, the William Cecil.

Cons:

Access is via the pub garden area at the rear, and the entryway as you approach the apartments door to the side doesn't look great, but its not an issue as once inside its a lovely spacious room and full of character.
Note that the room is slightly below road level and the window faces out to the front pavement and main road at low height, so there is not a great view but you don't really need one, and the sound-proofing is good, so it's not a problem.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
7
Folk under 60 would like this hotel .
Pros:

Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.

Cons:

We could not manage to use the shower over bath..too deep/slippery. We hoped to park nearer the hotel. 150yards to the car park is ok if it doesn't rain.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
8
Beautiful room in a stunning pub
Pros:

Beautiful room in a stunning pub, large room and great bathroom. Great comfortable bed and bedding.

Cons:

Breakfast option pricey, excessive dog charge, no body lotion, shower difficult to turn off.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
9
Lovely stay
Pros:

Fabulous location with free parking nearby. Great room and breakfast.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Ceri couple gb
10
Comfortable, friendly pub with interesting menu.
Pros:

Relaxed and comfortable. Interesting food. Friendly. Dogs very happy.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee