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The Saracens Head Hotel

2.0 of 5
Market Place, Swindon SN6 7AG, England
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Ranked #14 of 29 Swindon B&B and Inns
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England
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

We knew the Saracens Head as a local eatery from when we lived in Highworth, so when planning to visit friends in the area decided to look it up. There are mixed reviews on Trip Advisor, some of which must be from before the rooms were updated. We stayed in a room facing the market square which was a lovely... More

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Highworth UK
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Turned up for Mothers Day to find meal was disappointing. Vegetables were especially unappetising. Meat was ok. Desserts limited choice. Again lacked inspiration.Service was slow but efficient. Good choice of drinks. Restaurant in good position with plenty of parking in its own grounds and in the Market Square. Pub restaurant is comfortable, although heating could have done with being higher.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013 via mobile

Visited here after a recommendation from friends and I was not disappointed! Have no comment on the rooms, but the food is at an extremely high standard for what you expect as 'pub food'.. Rump steak and chips could not be any better for just over £6. The waitress was extremely welcoming and checked on me efficiently throughout the night.... More

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Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

This is one of the best hotels I have stayed in for a long time. The pub downstairs is traditional in a lovely town. The hotel itself was clean with modern large rooms. It was a little noisey downstairs, but nothing to disturb a good nights sleep. Breakfast was lovely with the full English using high quality products.

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Swindon, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

Visited the Saracens Head, for lunch, recently and was less than impressed. The menu is pretty basic and uninspiring; I was hoping to find a chilli or curry, instead it was baguettes, jacket potatoes, quiche, etc., all fairly bland and boring. Opted for an 8oz rump steak and waited...and waited...and waited. Around 40 minutes after ordering, my steak finally arrived.... More

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swindon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

i have been to the saracens head alot,theres seems to always be a lovely atmosphere at this pub. the food is always brilliant, we have never had a bad meal here. the waitresses and bar staff are always hardworking and helpful! me and my other half went to the valentines day meal the food was great,we couldnt have asked for... More

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Swindon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

me and my partner came in for the valentines meal and i have to say the whole night was amazing. The 3 course meal was lovely and with wine included was an absolute bargain for a night out. The staff were polite and friendly and made us feel like we were the only couple in there even though the place... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

Went for a Valentine's Day meal with friends and my wife. The 'beef wellington' was absolutely disgusting. It would have tasted better if it was made with 'Shergar' but unfortunately it was made with his 'saddle'. Only a very small discount was offered as compensation and this place should be avoided at all costs.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

I have been staying at the Saracens Head in Highworth Swindon since last Spring and have stayed there at least twice a month over the last year. (usually for one night a week on business.) There are two standards of room the refurbished and the old style of room. The Brewery only did about half the rooms. The new rooms... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Staff friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, it took 3 attempts to find a suitable room. Eventually, I got rm 1, which was very nice, except it was above the door to the patio, which slammed closed every time it was used, so couldn't sleep til after midnight. Also, there was a hole in the bathroom window frame, so it took ages... More

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Address: Market Place, Swindon SN6 7AG, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Wiltshire > Swindon
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Ranked #14 of 29 B&Bs / Inns in Swindon
Price range (per night): RM143 - 290
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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