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About the Hotel

High Street, Great Dunmow, United Kingdom, CM6 1AG

The Saracens Head Hotel is a historic coaching inn dating back to the 16th century, located across from the old market place in Great Dunmow, Essex. With a unique blend of charm and modern amenities, it serves as a welcoming retreat for travelers. The establishment has been operating for nearly 400 years and is located just 9.5 miles from London Stansted Airport. Known for its extensive cocktail list and locally sourced cuisine, it is a notable destination for both dining and accommodations.

Location

Situated in the center of Great Dunmow, the Saracens Head Hotel is conveniently located near local shopping and cultural attractions, including the House on the Hill Toy Museum and the Saffron Walden Museum. The hotel's position offers easy access to the Old Market Place and is just a short distance from Stansted Airport. The hotel provides on-site parking, with the car park accessible through Chequers Lane, enhancing convenience for guests traveling by car.

Rooms

The Saracens Head Hotel features a total of 31 individually designed guest rooms, including junior suites, double, single, twin rooms, and a honeymoon suite. All accommodations offer comforts such as free Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly workspaces. The honeymoon suite is particularly notable, featuring a luxurious roll-top bath and beautiful Old-English beams. Each room is uniquely shaped and decorated, providing guests with a distinct experience during their stay.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's restaurant showcases an a la carte menu with an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The Flitch bar and Cromwells restaurant provide a comfortable atmosphere for patrons to enjoy traditional English dishes. An extensive cocktail list curated by certified mixologists, along with a wide selection of over 50 gins and wines, complements the dining experience. The restaurant also accommodates families with highchairs available for infants.

Leisure & Business

The Saracens Head Hotel offers a variety of leisure options including a fully equipped health club with cardio and weights. Guests can also enjoy additional amenities such as a terrace, coffee shop, and on-site beauty salon, Si Belle. For business travelers, complimentary wireless Internet access is available, and the hotel provides access to nearby fitness facilities. Meeting and event spaces are also available for gatherings and special occasions.

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City Centre

Great Dunmow400 m

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 10.8 km

London Southend (SEN) 51.8 km

Bus

Bus stop 4.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Celebration Feast

“The food served during our small celebration was absolutely perfect, with every dish meeting our expectations and enhancing the special occasion.” view full review

Spacious & Immaculate Rooms

“Our room was incredibly spacious and impeccably clean, providing a perfect retreat during our stay.” view full review

Flawless Function Rooms

“The function rooms for our anniversary celebration were beautifully arranged, complemented by superb buffet food that impressed all our guests.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

High Street, Great Dunmow, United Kingdom, CM6 1AG

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High Street, Great Dunmow, United Kingdom, CM6 1AG

City landmarks

Garden

The Gardens of Easton Lodge

3.4 km

Store

Langthorns Plantery

3.8 km

Barnston

Sholdo Hall

4.6 km

Nearby

Talliston House

190 m

Mill Lane

Dunmow Maltings

160 m

Restaurants

The Saracens Head Restaurant and Bar

30 m

High Street

Meadow Hill Coffee Shop & Deli

0 m

9 High Street

Galatea Brasseries

10 m

8 High Street

The Chameleon Cafe

80 m

6 Market Place

The Star Inn Restaurant with Rooms

130 m

Market Place

Tanoshii

120 m

27 High Street 1st Floor

The Flitch House

140 m

39 High Street

Boars Head Pub

120 m

37 High Street

Balti Spice

190 m

55 High Street

Edwards

240 m

50 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

7.7

Service

7.3

Dining

6.3

Michael

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean, and the staff was friendly and cooperative, but we were given a twin room instead of a double, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, it was booked in advance for a wedding nearby.

Rooms

7.0

The twin room provided was unexpected as we were a couple, so we had to push the beds together, which wasn't very comfortable.

Service

7.0

The staff took our various requests in their stride, but there were some issues that seemed beyond their expertise.

Location

8.0

The location was very good, especially for attending a nearby wedding, though better signage to the property would have been helpful.

Dining

8.0

Although we had a great time overall, we didn't get a chance to try the dining options due to running late.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had the basic facilities needed for a comfortable stay.

William

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. While the room felt a bit unfinished, it was still quite comfortable. The breakfast was decent but could use some improvement. The hotel's location was ideal for my visit, but noise from returning guests was a downside.

Rooms

7.0

The room just looked like it wasn't fully ready for guests, yet it was very comfortable.

Service

6.0

The staff, especially the bar staff, were friendly. However, with a party night ongoing, it got a bit messy, and noise disturbed my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was spot on for my visit, but noise from returning guests was a bit bothersome.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a mix - good food but long wait times and issues like cold dishes and hair found in the food.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has some positive aspects, like pet amenities available, but the noise issue affected the overall experience.

Frank

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.4/10

I was pleasantly surprised by my stay at the Saracens hotel. The rooms were a good size, quiet, clean, and featured a powerful shower and comfortable bed. However, the need to push the beds together for a couple diminished the overall comfort. The service was exceptional, with a delightful surprise of being greeted at 1 am with a special vegetarian dish prepared for me. The location was convenient for my needs, though there were some minor discrepancies with the booked arrangements. The dining experience offered a good selection of food but lacked consistency in temperature. Overall, the hotel provided a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, quiet, and clean, with a powerful shower and comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The service was impressive, from the late-night greeting to the attentive staff during my restaurant visit.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient for my itinerary, despite minor issues with the booking details.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were varied, but the temperature consistency of the food could be improved.