The Saracens Head Hotel - The Coaching Inn Group

Hotels
8.6 (2069 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 2069 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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Stefano • family_with_children • it
9
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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neil • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great hotel
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfy room with all you need, lovely food. Well worth the price

Cons:

Pint was quite expensive but your near London 🤷

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
10
Would definitely stay again
Pros:

Staff were lovely, room was great. Really pet friendly, I brought two small dogs staying for two nights and we had a really pleasant stay. Room was a good size and had everything we needed, bed was very comfortable and shower was good.

Cons:

There weren't any plug sockets in the room apart from the one the TV and kettle were plugged into on the far side - could do with one or two by the bedsides!
Also car park is a little tight

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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margaret • couple • gb
6
not the best
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly and lots of little welcoming details. Outside and inside tables very cosy.

Cons:

Grouting above taps in Bath needs retouching.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
10
Lovely comfy hotel friendly staff stay was perfect
Pros:

Lovely friendly hotel everything you need right in the village parking and lovely bar/resturant

Cons:

Has character

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
7
Great accommodation for the night before a flight from Stansted. Staff and food were great.
Pros:

Food and staff were great. Location ideal for our needs as we were flying from Stansted the next day.

Cons:

There was a smell of dog in the bedroom which was unpleasant.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
9
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • extended_group • gb
10
Lovely friendly staff amazing food in a lovely little village
Pros:

Was a lovely old building , very comfortable , clean etc

Cons:

Shower had plastic trim bit broken , and sink in bathroom when on full soaked me twice :)

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • at
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
9
Pros:

The stqff were lovely and very helpful

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit chaotic, no fresh fruit

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location and friendly staff

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • au
9
Pros:

The hotel was very welcoming and the staff were lovely

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Allan • extended_group • gb
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

All good

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Glen • couple • gb
9
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
10
Quick stay before Stansted flight, lovely staff, nice atmosphere.
Pros:

Good food, great staff, friendly & helpful.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee