The Swan Hotel - Southwold

$$$$||View on mapSouthwold, United KingdomMarket Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG|
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The Swan Hotel - Southwold
Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.7
Staff9.6
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples82%
Families9%
Groups5%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Location9.7
Staff9.6
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples82%
Families9%
Groups5%
Solo4%

4-star hotel with Michelin-starred dining and Adnams brewery connections in Southwold

Amenities & Services

Guests at The Swan Hotel Southwold are greeted by a butler who shows them to their room and carries luggage. The hotel offers free parking with electric vehicle charging stations, available to all residents. Bicycle rental is provided for exploring the surrounding area, and the concierge desk books tours of Adnams Brewery, located less than 50 metres from the hotel.

Rooms

All bedrooms in the main building feature four-poster beds, while Garden Rooms have private patios and direct views of Southwold Lighthouse. Each room in The Swan Hotel is equipped with a Nespresso machine, a 40-inch smart TV, a wireless Bose speaker, and a mini bar. A complimentary 20cl bottle of Adnams gin is placed in every room, and Temple Spa toiletries are supplied in the bathrooms.

Dining

The Swan Hotel Southwold operates two on-site restaurants: the Michelin-starred The Still Room and The Tap Room. The Tap Room serves Adnams' beers, brewed less than 50 metres from the hotel, alongside seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast is served in The Still Room each morning, offering a selection of cooked dishes and continental options.

Location & Activities

The Swan Hotel is located 150 yards from Southwold Pier Beach, with the town's independent shops and Adnams Brewery within a 2-minute walk. Guests can join Adnams Brewery and Distillery tours, which depart from the tour office in the courtyard behind the hotel. Nearby attractions include Southwold Pier and Covehithe Beach, both accessible by bicycle or on foot.

Special Features

The Swan Hotel Southwold offers Dog-friendly Garden Rooms with private patios, allowing pets to stay with their owners. The hotel provides customisable wedding and celebration packages, with the ability to book the entire property for exclusive events. Meeting and banquet facilities are also available for business groups, and the hotel accommodates up to 5 rooms under standard cancellation terms.

  • Dining: Michelin-starred The Still Room
  • Rooms: Garden rooms with private patios and lighthouse views
  • Location: 150 yards from Southwold Pier Beach
  • Brewery: Exclusive Adnams brewery tours and tastings
  • Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly Garden Rooms with private patios
  • Amenities: Complimentary 20cl bottle of Adnams gin in every room
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 15.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:35
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Rooms and availability

Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Room Disability Access
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Swan Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 210 £
📏 Distance to centre 100 m
✈️ Distance to airport 63.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Norwich International, NWI

Location

Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG
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Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG
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Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Lighthouse
Southwold Lighthouse
280 m
Church
St Edmund's Church
290 m
Buckenham House 81 High Street 81 High St
Buckenham Galleries
40 m
Restaurant
The Swan Hotel Restaurant
10 m
Restaurant
The Crown
100 m
Restaurant
Two Magpies Bakery
90 m
Restaurant
The Red Lion
120 m
Restaurant
Harris & James
90 m
Restaurant
Squiers of Southwold
90 m
Restaurant
Ninedeli
90 m
Restaurant
Beaches & Cream
100 m
Restaurant
Mills & Sons
110 m

Reviews of The Swan Hotel

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FAQ about The Swan Hotel

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the The Swan Hotel?
Guests of the The Swan Hotel can visit Adnams Southwold (just off the accommodation), or Southwold Lighthouse placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to the 4-star The Swan Hotel?
The closest airport to the 4-star The Swan Hotel is Norwich International airport (65 km) and it is reachable with a 58-minute drive.
Is there a parking at The Swan Hotel hotel?
Yes, The Swan Hotel hotel features public parking on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the hotel?
Guests can have lunch or dinner at the seafood restaurant Mark's Fish Shop featuring British dishes located 5 minutes' walk from the hotel or dine at Shoeme Balti house serving Indian dishes (300 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the The Swan Hotel hotel?
Guests of the The Swan Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:00 and check out from 08:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the 4-star The Swan Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in the 4-star The Swan Hotel hotel starts at $293.
What payment methods are available in The Swan Hotel?
At The Swan Hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro.
What room types are available at the hotel?
Deluxe King Room, Deluxe Queen Room, and Deluxe Twin Room are among the room types available at the hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Swan Hotel?
Every room at The Swan Hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
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