The Black Swan Inn

Hotels
8.8 (499 reviews)
25-26 The Market Place , Devizes , GB

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Garden
Pets allowed
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Small room in some instances
Parking limitations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.86
Immaculately clean and beautifully presented rooms.
Service
9.03
Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
9.07
Great location in the centre of town, close to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.52
Comfortable and well-appointed rooms, though some had small sizes.
Amenities
8.55
Basic amenities provided, and some unique touches like fresh milk for tea.
Value for Money
8.51
Good quality for the price, especially with attentive service.
Food and Beverage
9.06
Outstanding food quality with a fantastic breakfast selection.
Overall Experience
8.83
Overall a wonderful and memorable experience with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:24

Property Description

Charming Garden Oasis
Experience a tranquil stay at The Black Swan Inn in Devizes. Enjoy the lush garden, dine at the on-site restaurant, and unwind at the cozy bar. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi available throughout the property.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions such as Stonehenge, University of Bath, and Lydiard Park, all within a short distance from the hotel. Visit the historic Lacock Abbey just 15 km away, or venture to Royal Crescent and The Circus Bath, both around 33 km from the property.

Smoke-Free Environment
Rest assured in our non-smoking establishment, ensuring a comfortable and healthy environment for all guests. Book your stay at The Black Swan Inn for a delightful retreat in Devizes.

Important information:

Please inform 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 are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 499 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.86
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 8.83
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Lisa • couple • gb
9
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Wonderful historic inn with great staff and food

Cons:

The only downside is that soundproofing between rooms is not good but it is an old building

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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CHRIS • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Very friendly would recommend to stay if visiting Devizes
Pros:

Very clean, the staff were amazing, very friendly, had our evening meal which was also very good

Cons:

The only thing was breakfast was a bit pricey, we did have breakfast at the hotel

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
10
Fantastic food, nice room & lovely staff
Pros:

We had a lovely stay, the staff were so welcoming. We had a wonderful evening meal and breakfast. Our room was spotless. Such a nice place, would definitely stay again and would recommend.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Centre of the town

Cons:

The floor more than anything was making me feel sick as it was a old building and unevenbut other thank that didnt have a issue mabie shouldnt have had that champagne.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • couple • gb
10
Fabulous place to stay to explore the canal and history in the surrounding area and very
Pros:

Good central location, lovely room and very clean with good amenities in the room including a radio, a fan (important in this hot weather!) and lovely tea, coffee, biscuits and fresh milk.
Lovely staff and outdoor seating areas

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Sien • extended_group • gb
9
Lovely accommodation for a reasonable price, would stay again.
Pros:

The inn is located right in the centre of Devizes, ten metres from the central bus station and a 5 minute walk from the canal. We did eat any meals at the inn as they were quite pricey and not included in the booking, but the dinner menu did look delicious (unless you are vegetarian/vegan, which seemed a little basic and overpriced). The rooms are spacious and clean, with lovely tea/coffee making facilities, fresh milk available, and cute little shortbreads provided. In summer, the hotel looks stunning with huge hanging baskets out front.

Cons:

One of the bathrooms (out of two booked rooms) wasn't entirely clean. Food was a bit pricey. Because of the central location, first floor rooms are quite exposed to the street.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Aldridge • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Beautiful pub ,well maintained and friendly

Cons:

Beds were extremely hard , so I didn't sleep

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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helen • couple • gb
8
Great location.
Cons:

Steps to bathroom difficult to navigate in the dark

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Catharine • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Abby • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Polote welcoming and friendly staff, everything you need for a night's stay, very characterful and cosy rooms, the pub and restaurant downstairs was lovely, on the doorstep to walk yourself around town, very centrally located

Cons:

The squeaky floorboards but it's a very old building so to be expected! :)

Nothing else to report

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Emilia • solo_traveller • gb
9
Friendly staff , cute room :)
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely hotel, friendly staff, rooms had everything you need, food great
Pros:

Wow! I loved this hotel. I was a bit worried about noise as rooms in pubs can be noisy when the pub’s open but no! Bonus traffic noise at all. My single room had everything you could need including a fan which was needed due to the warm weather. The coffee and tea bags were higher quality than you usually get and there was a mini fridge in the landing with fresh milk in little bottles and free bottled tap water. The restaurant served great food and breakfast was also good. The staff were helpful, storing my bike securely and were also very friendly.

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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andrea • couple • gb
9
Lovely place, good food, great location and super friendly and efficient staff.
Pros:

Great location, lovely hanging baskets, friendly efficient staff. Good food. Clean. Water & milk fridge great idea. Made use of the lounge room on 1st floor. Good bed linen.

Cons:

Please can you put plug points by the bedside tables. Full length mirror. Shelf in bathroom to put our toiletries bag on.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
9
A very pleasant stop over
Pros:

Comfy room with some nice touches

Cons:

Not sure about the itemised brekkie menu…bit pricey.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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djvoden • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful room
Friendly staff
Amazing food
Welcoming

Cons:

Parking situation was a little tricky, but not too difficult.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • couple • gb
9
A lovely inn with lots of character and friendly staff.
Pros:

The room was lovely and the bed was super comfortable. Breakfast was amazing!

Cons:

I could not find fault with this property.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee