Pet-friendly Hotels in Swindon

We needed an overnight to break our journey on the M4. This was ideal. Quick, friendly check-in with hot brealfast pre-ordered. Room and bed OK for what we paid (but would have liked two pillows and more tea bags.) Bathroom was spotlessly clean and the shower good though lacking a grab rail over the bath. Breakfast buffet was well stocked and hot breakfast nicely cooked. Large well lit car park with CCTV. We would use this hotel again.

We had a stopover in Swindon so that we could travel to Stonehenge for my wife’s birthday. I asked the hotel in advance to do something to mark the occasion, which they did very well. When we checked in, the room had balloons and happy birthday messages all around the room. Another thing that impressed me was the breakfast. I have just been to a Premier Inn hotel in London on business at the time of writing this review. While Premier Inn offers slightly more variety in their breakfast foods, the quality of food in this Holiday Inn Express is exceptional, light years ahead of Premier Inn. Well done, Holiday Inn Express Swindon West!

On arrival there was a delay with checking in as my booking could not be found. I arrived 3 minutes before an online work commitment and was told it's up to me to call my agent because they did not have the booking, despite me being able to show a confirmation. Informed that I could not afford to spend 20 minutes on the phone with them. After a while they then realised another staff member already checked me in. I would imagine that staff is trained to first check all possible scenarios (arrival list, in house list, cancelled booking, no show, etc) before inconveniencing and worrying the guest. Stayed in room 229, large pink stain on the carpet, carpet is up for replacement. Bathroom was ok, but shower dial is loose. When changing temperature it takes 20 seconds for the change to pull through the shower head so for a first time guest was playing around with it and found it challenging to get the temperature I wanted. Showers in mens changing room in the pool need work. Silicone around shower entirely moulded. 80% of the lockers are out of action. Jacuzzi was not working. Bedside light bulb not working. Maid walked into my room a little after 9am. She has no right to enter print to my check out time. breakfast was so so. Asked for poached eggs. A plate with two watered down poached eggs arrived which tasted far too strongly like vinegar which was clearly used in the water to prepare them. No croissants, pain au chocolate or bread available for at least 5-10 minutes and despite 3 staff they only replenished when they were informed by guests and did not notice themselves.

The hotel staff were brilliant. A really good team who couldn't do enough to help us. Breakfast was excellent; well cooked and presented nicely. We were there to go to an event at the Steam Museum and we found that the hotel, whilst a distance away from the venue was ideal for our purposes.

Firstly our room was not a superior room but it was lovely. Large bed that was very comfortable the room was clean, if it hadn’t been I wouldn’t of stayed in there. There was plenty of space and enough drawers and hanging space to hang enough clothes for 4 nights. There were no glasses in the bathroom so we got some from reception who said they usually only leave them in a superior room (yes thought that was strange). My only complaint with the room was the WiFi which to be honest was pathetic. We were in Room 124 and had no WiFi at all. But it wasn’t much better in different areas of the hotel. As for food on our first morning there was only scrambled egg and no fried eggs, which was disappointing. After that there was fried eggs every morning with bacon, sausage, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and hash browns. Unfortunately parts of the breakfast were usually cold such as the bacon. If the plates had been heated this would have helped. We only ate in the evening once and was disappointed so didn’t try it again. I ordered the 8 ounce sirloin steak - medium rare., with salad. The steak which arrived was definitely not 8 ounces (before cooking) more like 6 ounces. It was also cooked medium to well done. Chips had been on the menu but I was told I could have new potatoes, which I chose I did not expect them to be fried ! And as for the salad how on earth can a handful of lettuce be described as a salad? Hubby had fish (no idea what fish) and chips, which were frozen. So the one star was lost on the food. But I would certainly stay here again and will be when we return to Swindon next year.

With a stay at The Sun Inn in Swindon, you'll be steps from Coate Water Country Park and a 3-minute drive from The Energy Check County Ground. This luxury guesthouse is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Thames River and 17 mi (27.4 km) from Cotswold Country Park and Beach.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.At The Sun Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area. Event facilities at this guesthouse consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Digital television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include portable fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Swindon, The White Hart is within a 10-minute drive of Wyvern Theatre and Coate Water Country Park. This inn is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Barbury Castle and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Heelis.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.At The White Hart, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Old Town Central Apartments in Swindon, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and Swindon Arts Centre. This apartment is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Cotswold Country Park and Beach and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Wyvern Theatre.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Smart televisions with Netflix are provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided weekly.

Located in Swindon, Overtown Manor is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Swindon Arts Centre and Wilts & Berks Canal. This luxury bed & breakfast is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Thames River and 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Cotswold Country Park and Beach.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. This bed & breakfast has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Swindon, The Rolleston Arms is within a 15-minute walk of Wyvern Theatre and Museum of the Great Western Railway. This inn is 16.1 mi (26 km) from Cotswolds and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Thames River.This smoke-free inn features mountain biking nearby.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms.