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The Swans Nest Hotel

Property class: 4

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A well-appointed lounge with leather sofas, a fireplace, and framed artwork on the walls.
A brick building with a black awning and outdoor seating area.
A stone bridge over a river with boats docked nearby.
A traditional brick building with a sign for 'The Swans Nest' and 'Le Bistro Pierre'.
A restaurant interior with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables, and a bar visible through an open doorway.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 7LT
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Theatre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Shakespeare's Birthplace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Club Double Room

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Club Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

King Suite With Sofa Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

Feature Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Club Room (Accessible Double)

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Club Room (Accessible Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Club Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Club Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Club Room (Accessible Double)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

Club Room (Accessible Double)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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, 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 7:00 AM and 10:30 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

  • The River Avon Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Swan Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shakespeare Houses - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barge & Quarterdeck - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pen & Parchment - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Duck - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Swans Nest Hotel

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.

  • 74 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 74 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests have access to shared bathrooms.

Guests can surf the web using 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.

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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 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bear Free House, Kitchen
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1872
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day.

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 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

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 7 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swans Nest Hotel on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$142, 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 10 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does The Swans Nest Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 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 3:00 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. 609 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1010 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very convenient and decent food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location Breakfast is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location to explore Stratford Upon Avon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevorline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel and ideally positioned. The staff are pleasant and engaging the restaurant food is superb can’t praise it enough.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay, great room and location. Excellent service especially from the friendly welcoming bar staff! Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food in the partner bistrot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geeta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, relaxed and friendly hotel, with easy access to all of the places of interest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Briony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really well located a stones throw from the butterfly farm, Stratford Center and some really nice riverside pubs :) staff were really helpful recommending places when we arrived and the rooms were pleasant and clean. We’d definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Attie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, good breakfast and good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable room, gd breakfast, friendly staff, nice atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was central and comfortable. Staff were helpful and informative. Hotel is undergoing refurbishment but this didn’t detract from a very pleasant stay. We will return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, very helpful staff. Loved our breakfast. Room nice and clean, maybe a little dated, but nice enough. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Good breakfast. Pretty average hotel accommodation, no frills but adequate equipment in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Swans Nest is in a perfect position, with good facilities & spacious rooms. The breakfast was excellent and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, nice clean room, felt luxurious. Great location in town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gwynneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast, ( extremely busy at breakfast so sometimes waiting a while, but very enjoyable when it arrived).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026