The Swans Nest Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk Stratford-upon-Avon hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre with a 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Classic Twin Room
Lobby
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025

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 River Avon Trail
    5 min walk
  • Birmingham (BHX)
    30 min drive

Room options

Club Room (Accessible Double)

Highlights

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

Club Double Room

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Double Room (Feature)

Highlights

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

Superior Suite

Highlights

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

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. .In proximity to this 4-property class Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre hotel you'll find Warwick Castle.

What's nearby

  • Swan Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 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 Stratford-upon-Avon hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon City Centre with a 24-hour front desk
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
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 fire extinguisher, 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 26 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swans Nest Hotel on 12 Jan 2025 start from AU$129.16, 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 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1004 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

4/10 Poor

Janus, Dunchurch

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

miss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew, Reigate

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was fined for parking in the hotel car park even though I thought I or reception had registered my car on arrival. I was fined £60 after appealing and providing clear evidence that I was a guest at the hotel. So this ended up being a very expensive overnight stay. If you stay here you must get some evidence that you have registered your car for the car park. This hotel is well situated for Stratford but the state of the rooms and decor was disappointing given the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay, easy access for the Town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We come to the Swan's Nest most years and have always been delighted with our stay. This year the visit was marred by our experience on the last night. We were asked to leave the restaurant and go to the Bear at about 10.35 the Bear asked us to move on to the Hotel Foyer at 11.00 where we were subjected to a very unpleasant man taking pictured of us and when we objected getting very confrontational. The hotel staff managed to stop an actual affray and called the Police who took a statement the next day. It turned out that the Police had been called to the same man the previous night so surely he should not have been there. I was also unhappy the man from the hotel asked when it was all over did we still want the Police to come and went away saying that it was on us!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary

Travelled with partner
Great location with easy access to all sights and attractions. The room was clean and comfortable but more drawer and shelf storage would have made it excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal venue for visiting stratford and great location for theatre going or taking a walk along the riverside. Reception staff were excellent and very helpful. Room contained everything needed and was clean and comfortable. Restaurant provided everything from small snacks to extensive dinner menu at decent prices. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riverside hotel very centrally located.
Good hotel located right across the river from the Royal Shakespeare Company theatre, with pub and restaurant on -site. Clean, comfortable rooms. A good choice for a visit to Stratford
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location for exploring Stratford. Hotel a bit large and soulless but served its purpose well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay for ourselves and our wedding guests. Perfect location, great staff and clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to theatre and shops/restaurants. Convenient bar and restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

A

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the main attractions
The hotel is very well situated just across the river from the theatre and close to the centre of town with its many attractions. Rooms are large and comfortable and well serviced. My only slight reservation is the noisy air conditioning system that was directly outside my room (67) and that kicked in around 6am. It was not possible to fully close the room windows to minimise noise,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay. With wonderful and helpful staff. The dining and bar options were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location but some flaws
Great location, very handy for town centre and theatre. Nice large room and comfortable bed, though the bathroom needed a bit of a refresh. Breakfast was okay but not top quality and I particularly missed having fresh fruit options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freya

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Stratford Hotel
Superb location just a few minutes walk from the river and town centre. A lovely quiet hotel with the added bonus of ample parking. Rooms are spacious, with a separate snug and large bathroom. All in all a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Handy stopover
Stayed here as a stopover on the way back from Portsmouth. Hotel was ok, room slightly tired an could’ve done with a bit of a refresh. Things like cracked sink. Good breakfast. If staying use the pub next door (part of the hotel also) much better value. Chargeable parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Handy as a stopover
Stayed here as a stopover on the way to Portsmouth. Hotel was ok, room slightly tired an could’ve done with a bit of a refresh. Things like cracked sink. Good breakfast but disappointed with the quality of food in bistro. If staying use the pub next door (part of the hotel also) much better value. Chargeable parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024