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The Swans Nest Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Exterior
Classic Twin Room
Interior
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

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Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 7LT
  • Shakespeare Monument
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Stratford Butterfly Farm
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Gower Memorial
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Club Room (Accessible Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Club Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room (Feature)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Separate bath and shower
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (SHAKESPEARE SUITE)

Suite (SHAKESPEARE SUITE)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Stratford-upon-Avon

At The Swans Nest Hotel you'll be within steps of The Recreation Ground and The Attic Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Le Bistrot Pierre, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre hotel, you'll be 14 km (8.7 mi) from Warwick Castle.

What's nearby

  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 8 min walk
  • Town Hall Stratford upon Avon - 8 min walk
  • Stratford Racecourse - 3 min drive
  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Stratford-Upon-Avon Station - 15 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prospero Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cox's Yard - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Encore - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swan Theatre - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barnabys - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Swans Nest Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Swans Nest Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Stratford-upon-Avon hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1872
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Swans Nest Hotel offers 72 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Stratford-upon-Avon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Italian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 8 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 19.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bear Free House, Kitchen
  • Le Bistrot Pierre

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 70.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property’s dining venues have final table seatings at 8:30 PM and close at 10 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 19.50 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 8 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 70.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Macdonald Swan's Nest
Macdonald Swan's Nest Hotel
Macdonald Swan's Nest Hotel Stratford-upon-avon
Macdonald Swan's Nest Stratford-upon-avon
Swan's Nest Hotel
The Swans Nest Hotel Hotel
The Swans Nest Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon
The Swans Nest Hotel Hotel Stratford-upon-Avon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Swans Nest Hotel?

The Swans Nest Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swans Nest Hotel?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swans Nest Hotel on 16 Mar 2025 start from NZ$169.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Swans Nest Hotel?

Yep, The Swans Nest Hotel has a self car park for GBP 8 per day.

Does The Swans Nest Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Swans Nest Hotel?

No, The Swans Nest Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Swans Nest Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Swans Nest Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Swans Nest Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Stratford-upon-Avon Golf Club is a short 5-minute walk away.

The Swans Nest Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When you walk from the hotel into the town center you can avoid crossing busy road by using alternative footpath…. Ask people at reception desk to show you where to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, spacious room, fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, very friendly staff, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for exploring Stratford
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

DD

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FANTASTIC STAY TO CELEBRATE 50 years of marriage
My wife and i were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary and i booked a night at THE SWANS NEST HOTEL as we had our honeymoon at a B&B namedTHE SWAN in 1974,,, I actually contacted the hotel prior to arrival to tell them about the occasion of our visit , which was a surprise for my wife ,, On getting to our room we were visited by a member of staff asking if we would like to move to another room , The hotel had given us an upgrade room to mark the occasion Speechless was not how we described the gesture , Also a small welcome drink had been given as well The room was breathtaking along with the whole stay , breakfast ,, surroundings of the hotel ,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location
Great central location right on the waterfront, across the bridge from the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs AM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Had to wait at reception as person walked away from desk without acknowledging me. Was then dealt with next available person. Very courteous and offered me a choice of ground floor or upstairs room. Given a nice quiet room overlooking the inner gardens. Told me everything I needed to know about my stay. Just a shame as I told him I pre booked table in Pierre Bistrot that he didn’t mention guests get 10% off their bill. I didn’t see the poster until we returned from the theatre later that night!! Our 3rd stay, great hotel and excellent location for the RSC. Although busy, we did get parked in car park which now costs £8 per night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
All good and great location for RSC. Bistrot Pierre attached was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely couple of days staying at The Swans Nest. Great location - staff helpful and friendly. Excellent food and drink too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a good position
Enjoyable stay, really pleased with the hotel, easy check in/out, comfy beds and very clean. Did have to report that the shower was a bit on the cool side, otherwise superb!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jody

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel
Adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Neil, Wokingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for central Stratford-upon-Avon - close to everything. Deluxe rooms are large, with a seating area so worth booking one of those if you like some extra space. Enjoyed food and drink in The Bear pub which is within the Swan's Nest building, as is the Bistrot Pierre. Handy to have these as onsite options service was friendly and well-organised. Swan's Nest is a traditional hotel in some ways eg decor but in a good way - it means there are trained staff always on hand if needed, room tidied/beds made every day, tea/coffee in the room biscuits...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay at the Swans Nest
Very pleasant stay at the Swans Nest, comfortable room, great shower which I find very important in a hotel stay. Good choice of restaurant/pub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Functional
Excellent location with car parking. Room spacious and comfortable. Cooked breakfast was disappointing as it was over done eg poached eggs were hard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

NICOLAS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel
Nice hotel with easy walking access to town across the river. Breakfast and dinner menu goid
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location & lovely staff
Fantastic location in the centre of Stratford & very handy parking on site. The staff on reception were very welcoming & helpful. Our room was lovely & comfortable with all amenities we needed. Great breakfast in the bistro also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious superior suite. Comfy bed. Lovely breakfast. Great location for all that Stratford upon Avon has to offer. We stay here regularly and will return again. Nothing negative about this hotel during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024