The Saracens Head Hotel - The Coaching Inn Group

Hotels
8.6 (2081 reviews)
High Street , Great Dunmow , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Good food
Cons:
Shabby hotel appearance
Noise from outside
Issues with room maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Some reviews noted shabby conditions and stained upholstery.
Service
9.11
Staff were frequently described as friendly, attentive, and professional.
Location
8.95
The hotel is ideally located, especially for Stansted airport.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms were described as comfortable but a bit tired in appearance.
Amenities
8.63
General amenities were deemed satisfactory, with good facilities mentioned.
Value for Money
8.78
Guests felt they got good value for what they paid.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Food received high praise, though some breakfast items were disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.72
Many guests expressed a desire to return, highlighting a largely positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 02:29

Property Description

Historic Coaching Inn with Modern Amenities

Charming Heritage: The Saracens Head, a 16th-century coaching inn, has been a welcoming retreat for nearly 400 years. Its historic charm and convenient location offer a unique stay near London Stansted Airport.

Modern Comforts: Fully modernised, the hotel provides well-appointed rooms with free Wi-Fi, TV, telephone, trouser press, hairdryer, and coffee/tea facilities. Guests can enjoy a comfortable blend of history and modern convenience.

Versatile Venue: Located in Dunmow town centre, the hotel features 2 conference rooms, a licensed restaurant, and bar. Whether for business or leisure, Saracens Head offers a versatile venue for any occasion.

Experience the perfect blend of history and modern comfort at Saracens Head. Book your stay now for a memorable retreat near London Stansted Airport.

Important information:

All rooms are non-smoking. 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 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: STN

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 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 1 year old stay for £10 per person per stay 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 12 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2081 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 9.11
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 8.72
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

The room, vegetarian choice on breakfast was very good. The hotel had a really nice olde feel to it.

Cons:

Very limited vegetarian choice on the evening menu, portion size a bit on the small side. Was very unhappy with the automatic inclusion of a service charge on the bill - had it removed.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Ideal for a stop over
Pros:

Good location for our stay

Cons:

Easy access and parking facilities

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent hotel
Pros:

Really comfortable bed

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Morley Benson • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect location for an overnight stay on business
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food (dinner & breakfast). Room was comfortable and clean.

Cons:

Car park was small and full with large vehicles taking up other spaces

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Teng • family_with_children • de
8
gut für einen Nacht für eine Durchreise
Pros:

gut für einen Nacht für eine Durchreise

Cons:

mit der Adresse von Booking konnte ich das Hotel nicht finden. Ich musste die Leute fragen und habe das Hotel in einige 100 Meter weiter gefunden.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • gb
9
A wonderful break.
Pros:

Very friendly staff, great hotel and lovely location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family_with_children • de
9
Ein sehr charmantes Hotel mit kurzer Anbindung zum Flughafen Stansted.
Pros:

Ein sehr schönes Hotel. Der Charme des Hauses mit den alten Fachwerkes wurde bei der Renovierung gut beibehalten. Es war sauber und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Alle Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
K
Kate • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Great staff, very knowledgeable and helpful. Lovely location

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
10
Very Friendly welcome from lovely staff. Comfortable beds, immaculate clean rooms. Good food
Pros:

Lovely comfortable hotel. Clean, well-equipped rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • gb
9
Friendly, nothing too much trouble. Will return
Pros:

Lovely to arrive in room after a long hard days work to find classic FM playing on the radio and a little note welcoming me to the Saracens head.

Cons:

Nothing, I think you are doing great

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good value, clean and comfortable
Pros:

Breakfast
Clean room and comfortable bed
Very nice staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Wonderful!
Pros:

Fabulous, from check in to check out. Everything was high quality and the staff were very friendly. We loved it.

Cons:

No plug sockets by the bed which is slightly odd but apart from that it was damn near perfect.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Dominika • couple • gb
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • gb
9
Perfect for our stay close to Stansted airport
Pros:

Perfect for our stay close to Stansted airport

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee