The Cross Keys

$119
/ night

Avg. for October

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Prices for The Cross Keys

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$119
/ night

Avg. for October

Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at The Cross Keys average $112 in December, the cheapest month, and $149 in September, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at The Cross Keys by month, last 12 months (USD)
MonthAverage price
January$114
February$119
March$114
April$112
May$124
June$122
July$126
August$148
September$149
October$119
November$118
December$112

Most expensive: September (~$149)

Cheapest: December (~$112)

About this property

Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor tennis court or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
  • Parking

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Restaurant

  • Non-Smoking Rooms

  • Housekeeping

  • Garden

Location

32 High Street, Saffron Walden, England, United Kingdom

Market Square (0.1 miles)

Church of St. Mary (0.2 miles)

Fry Art Gallery (0.2 miles)

Saffron Walden Amazes (0.2 miles)

The Common (0.2 miles)

Bridge End Gardens (0.2 miles)


Room options

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (King_sup)

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Private Bathroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Double)

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating
Private Bathroom

Double Or Twin Room, Ensuite (Dbl_twn)

1 Full Bed
or
2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Private Bathroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Dbll_eesbath)

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Bathtub

Double Room, Ensuite (King)

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Free)
Private Bathroom

Guest reviews of The Cross Keys

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Travellers describe The Cross Keys as a characterful historic inn in central Saffron Walden with friendly staff, comfortable rooms and popular breakfasts and pub meals, though some report street noise, off-site parking, and quirks from the old building.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

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Location

Dining

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8

Sheela

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last week

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable room. bed comfy. Shower a little small. Friendly staff. Was unable to get out in the morning as the door is locked until 7,30am at the time breakfast is served. This was a little weird. Had to use the emergency exit and then ask one of the staff to open the door. Good breakfast.
Clean comfortable room. bed comfy. Shower a little small. Friendly staff. Was unable to get out in the morning as the door is locked until 7,30am at the time breakfast is served. This was a little weird. Had to use the emergency exit and then ask one of the staff to open the door. Good breakfast.

10

Caroline

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Aug 17, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent bar staff. Very friendly owner. Delicious quality breakfast. Would return if in the area.
Excellent bar staff. Very friendly owner. Delicious quality breakfast. Would return if in the area.

10

Nikki

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Jul 29, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice big room with Aircon which was invaluable. Big rolltop bath in the open bathroom, but it was too hot to take advantage of it. The breakfast was lovely as was dinner the previous evening. The staff were welcoming and friendly and the place very quirky My only complaint would be very little seating in the room except the bed.
Really nice big room with Aircon which was invaluable. Big rolltop bath in the open bathroom, but it was too hot to take advantage of it. The breakfast was lovely as was dinner the previous evening. The staff were welcoming and friendly and the place very quirky My only complaint would be very little seating in the room except the bed.

8

Robyn

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Jul 27, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location - once you have worked out where to park. We were at the front of the property, so very noisey with traffic noise and people walking past. If you don’t want a cooked breakfast, what was available was very limited.
Great location - once you have worked out where to park. We were at the front of the property, so very noisey with traffic noise and people walking past. If you don’t want a cooked breakfast, what was available was very limited.

8

Neil

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Jul 16, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

I booked the hotel for my birthday but could not have my birthday meal at the Hotel as the latest I could book a table was 5PM only 1 hour after the 4pm check in time. I decided to take a bath. The water pressure in the room was awful and the cold just dribbled out it took about 45 minutes to run a 1/2 bath. We had a drink before going out and I must say it was about the most expensive drink we have ever had in a hotel. We arrived back at the hotel early around 9pm and the bar was already closed so we had to drink our own drinks from the room. We had breakfast in the morning and was served by Wendy. She was absolutely amazing and a credit to the company. The breakfast itself was fantastic and of a very high standard. In the evening we went to the bar at 8:45PM and tried to pay cash but was informed the till had been cashed up as they were about to close at 9PM again. For a hotel in summer was such a surprise the early closing times especially as online google advises Sunday 10pm and Monday 11pm close. We ordered a drink and found there was a vast difference in the advertised price on the drinks menu and what the till said also we were advised the price includes a service charge which unless you ask for a printed bill before paying you would never know, this could be why our drinks were so expensive last night. We were served by Yasmin who we explained all our frustrations to and she gave us our drinks and a bottle of wine complimentary to say sorry which we accepted.
I booked the hotel for my birthday but could not have my birthday meal at the Hotel as the latest I could book a table was 5PM only 1 hour after the 4pm check in time. I decided to take a bath. The water pressure in the room was awful and the cold just dribbled out it took about 45 minutes to run a 1/2 bath. We had a drink before going out and I must say it was about the most expensive drink we have ever had in a hotel. We arrived back at the hotel early around 9pm and the bar was already closed so we had to drink our own drinks from the room. We had breakfast in the morning and was served by Wendy. She was absolutely amazing and a credit to the company. The breakfast itself was fantastic and of a very high standard. In the evening we went to the bar at 8:45PM and tried to pay cash but was informed the till had been cashed up as they were about to close at 9PM again. For a hotel in summer was such a surprise the early closing times especially as online google advises Sunday 10pm and Monday 11pm close. We ordered a drink and found there was a vast difference in the advertised price on the drinks menu and what the till said also we were advised the price includes a service charge which unless you ask for a printed bill before paying you would never know, this could be why our drinks were so expensive last night. We were served by Yasmin who we explained all our frustrations to and she gave us our drinks and a bottle of wine complimentary to say sorry which we accepted.

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 16:00 to 22:00

Before 10:00


Good to know

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FAQs about The Cross Keys

Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available at the property.


Is breakfast offered at the property?

A complimentary breakfast is included for guests.


Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are not allowed at the property.


What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 16:00 and ends at 21:00. Check-out time is at 10:00.


What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

Accessibility features include step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Saffron Walden, close to Chilford Hall Vineyard and Bishop's Stortford Golf Club, with nearby outdoor attractions such as Red White and Blue Country Park and RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve.


Does the property have a swimming pool?

The property does not have a swimming pool.


What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.


What are the policies for extra beds and cribs?

Extra-person charges may apply, and policies regarding extra beds or cribs are not specified.


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