Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Lovely ambiance
Tasty food
Cons:
Long waits for meals
Small spa
Car park size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
No specific mention in reviews, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.15
Staff were friendly and helpful, praised in multiple reviews.
Location
9.19
Excellent location mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
8.64
Rooms and hotel lovely, consistent quality.
Amenities
8.67
Spa facilities were great, positive mention.
Value for Money
8.63
Overall value perspective is decent, no specific concerns raised.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Food was tasty but there were issues with breakfast freshness.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall experiences were highly positive with a few minor suggestions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:10

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Located in the picturesque Suffolk countryside, The Swan Hotel & Spa is a beautifully restored 15th-century building featuring ancient oak beams and cozy fireplaces. The en suite rooms seamlessly blend historic charm with modern amenities, offering a relaxing stay for guests.

Weavers' House Spa Retreat
Indulge in luxury at the on-site Weavers' House Spa, equipped with 6 treatment rooms, relaxation suites, a sauna, steam room, and an outdoor vitality pool. Unwind and rejuvenate in this serene oasis, perfect for a pampering retreat.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite modern British cuisine at the Gallery Restaurant, known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients and awarded 2 AA Rosettes. For a more casual dining experience, guests can enjoy the Brasserie or the historic Old Bar. With options for al fresco dining in the garden, The Swan Hotel & Spa offers a culinary journey for every palate.

Book your stay at The Swan Hotel & Spa for a perfect blend of history, luxury, and gastronomic delights.

Important information:

If you wish to dine AA rosette Gallery Restaurant, prior reservation is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Please note the hotel is a 14th-century building and may not be suitable for disabled guests. There are ground-floor rooms available on request, any special requirements can be added to the booking.

Multiple bookings of 5 or more rooms will be subject to different terms and conditions.

Bookings over a certain value may be subject to additional deposits and cancellation policies.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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8.8
Based on 709 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Jane couple gb
9
Comfortable easy good food
Pros:

The Quirky atmosphere

Cons:

Lovely dining room and very attentive staff

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
10
Cons:

Spa is lacking an inside pool or jacuzzi, has a sauna and steam room but have been to much better spas. Hotel is superb but wouldn’t come specifically for the spa.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Geoffrey couple gb
10
Most enjoyable
Pros:

Everything we could wish for
Spa etc good
Restaurant Staff were well trained and knew what they would talking about
Food perfect
Will return again

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Silvia couple be
10
Pros:

Tout était parfait: qualité de l’accueil, du petit déjeuner, ainsi que la beauté du jardin

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
S
Sarah couple gb
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Paul couple us
8
Wonderful stay, friendly staff.
Pros:

Location, Lavenham is such a beautiful village

Cons:

Room was a little small.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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P couple nl
10
Heerlijk verblijf waar de gast op #1 staat
Pros:

Personeel was zeer beleefd en hulpvaardig

Cons:

Onze kamer was heel erg warm, ik begrijp dat dit in een historisch pand lastig is maar een airco zou geheel afronden naar een 10+

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
10
A fantastic hotel and a real gem. Beautifully decorated with great attention to detail and character
Pros:

The hotel was beautifully decorated, with elegance and character. The garden was a lovely place to sit and enjoy the cooler summer evenings, and the food was superb. The staff were exceptional – professional, helpful, and genuinely friendly, making us feel welcome.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
R
Randolph solo_traveller gb
8
Great place for a break
Pros:

Great location friendly staff

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
C
Christine couple gb
8
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Poor noise insulation in room 10 from room above. Dog woke us up

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
S
Shane solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
K
Keith couple gb
8
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
M
Murphy couple gb
8
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
K
Karen couple gb
10
Indulgence in itself, relaxing and superb weekend
Pros:

Well kept and presented

Cons:

Beautiful with lovely location

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
L
Lucille couple gb
9
Pros:

Food excellent. Service on the whole very good. Lovely ambiance and a beautiful historic building.

Brilliant spa and a fantastic massage from Michelle.

Comfortable bed.

Cons:

Room a little hot.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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nina couple gb
8
Looked lovely
Pros:

The location and the dinner in the restaurant was amazing .

Cons:

The bath was rather high and the ceiling was low and you had to hold the shower or have a bath.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Wendy extended_group gb
8
A lovely stay in a gorgeous hotel.
Pros:

We liked the friendly and welcoming staff. The lounge area is a relaxing space for a tea or coffee and the rooms are clean and full of character. The turn down service is a nice touch

Cons:

We were disappointed with the Airman’s Bar. Every time we went there we had an issue of some kind,
Including the beer not being kept very well, no lime cordial, no peanuts, staff lacking basic knowledge about the drinks they were serving.
At breakfast when we asked for some bread to go with the ham and cheese platter we were presented with half a toasting loaf.
The Swan is a lovely, characterful and historic hotel, I feel that the staff were not really up to the standard it deserves. That’s not to say anybody was rude or unhelpful, I just felt that basic training and knowledge was lacking. Come on Swan, you can do better!

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Antony couple gb
7
Really lovely , but a bit tired and not the best for the money
Pros:

Location is great. Staff very friendly. Lovely old world charm, very unique.

Cons:

It’s just getting tired around the edges. Decor, furnishings, carpets, furniture etc all a bit dated and areas not quite as well maintained.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
8
Pros:

Nice traditional style hotel. Good food but the menu was a bit limited. Nice large comfortable room but the en-suite was a bit small.

Cons:

Our room was ground floor and below the staircase so unfortunately we could hear people stomping up and down the stairs throughout the night.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
10
2026-06-26 via Nuitee