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Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy British cuisine at The Gallery Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 45 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
When you stay at The Swan Hotel in Sudbury, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Little Hall Lavenham and Corpus Christi Guildhall. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Lavenham Falconry.
What's nearby
Little Hall Lavenham(0.2 miles)
Corpus Christi Guildhall(0.2 miles)
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul(0.4 miles)
Lavenham Falconry(4.4 miles)
Long Melford Heritage Centre(4.6 miles)
Melford Hall(4.9 miles)
Holy Trinity Church(5.2 miles)
Kentwell Hall(6.3 miles)
Sudbury Water Meadows(6.6 miles)
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum(7.2 miles)
St Peter's Cultural Venue(7.3 miles)
Kingfisher Leisure Centre(7.4 miles)
Gainsborough's House(7.4 miles)
Great Cornard Country Park(7.5 miles)
The Quay Theatre(7.7 miles)
Cambridge (CBG)(36.8 miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(39 miles)
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Little Hall Lavenham (0.2 miles)
Corpus Christi Guildhall (0.2 miles)
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul (0.4 miles)
Lavenham Falconry (4.4 miles)
Long Melford Heritage Centre (4.6 miles)
Melford Hall (4.9 miles)
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Based on 806 verified reviews
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Couple
70%
Family
12%
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Solo
1%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Many travelers praise Swan Hotel & Spa for its historic charm in central Lavenham, warm and helpful staff, a relaxing spa, and comfortable lounges and gardens that make it a pleasant place to unwind.
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What guests think
Many travelers praise Swan Hotel & Spa for its historic charm in central Lavenham, warm and helpful staff, a relaxing spa, and comfortable lounges and gardens that make it a pleasant place to unwind.
Rooms are often comfortable, but some are small or dark, with dated decor, ventilation issues, or shower-over-bath setups lacking curtains. Food is widely praised at breakfast and dinner, though a few guests found prices high or dishes overcooked, and the bar/outdoor ordering can be slow or unattended. Parking at the hotel can be tight, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues are noted, including pigeons on roofs and minor wear in some rooms. Expect a characterful stay with standout setting and dining, but room experience and convenience can vary.
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Facilities
The on-site spa is frequently praised, and lounges, gardens and the bar offer pleasant spaces to relax. Parking can be tight at busy times, with overflow nearby.
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Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Dec 6, 2023
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Aug 14, 2024
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Aug 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
John
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lucy
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jacqueline
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Anita
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Karen
Jul 17, 2023
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Evelyn
Dec 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Cleanliness
Many guests find rooms clean, but cleanliness and upkeep can be inconsistent. Reports include poorly made beds, visible pigeon mess on roof areas, mould or worn fittings, and minor maintenance oversights.
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Andrew
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Michelle
Sep 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pauline
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
James
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Angela
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Eva
Oct 16, 2025
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john
Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Warren
Mar 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms
Rooms range from spacious suites to small or dark quarters; many are comfortable with historic character and good beds. Recurrent drawbacks include shower over bath setups (sometimes without curtains), limited ventilation, occasional noise, and dated or worn decor in places.
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carl
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
John
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
Mar 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Yannick
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Michelle
Sep 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Eva
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jacqueline
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Denise
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
janet
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Laurence
Jan 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, welcoming and attentive across reception, restaurant and bar. A few guests reported lapses such as slow or absent bar/outdoor service, missed requests, or poor follow-up to feedback.
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Susan
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Karen
May 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lucy
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pauline
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Angela
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
J
Aug 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Katy
Feb 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clare
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Evelyn
Dec 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Set in the heart of historic Lavenham, the location is central and walkable with plenty to see. Some rooms facing the road can experience traffic noise.
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carl
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Steve
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicholas
Aug 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Mark
Mar 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Karen
May 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Duncan
Apr 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
janet
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Katy
Feb 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Laverne
Dec 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Dining
Food at the Gallery and brasserie is frequently described as delicious, with standout breakfasts and attentive restaurant teams. A few guests mention high prices, an overcooked dish, or a lack of atmosphere at dinner.
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Dave
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Paul
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Karen
May 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lucy
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pauline
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
James
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Katy
Feb 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clare
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Colin
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Stuart
Aug 14, 2026
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Hayley
Jul 27, 2026
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Jul 21, 2026
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Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
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From 15:00 to 23:30
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Additional policies and info about this property.
Additional paid services you can request.
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 19 per person.
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and bathrooms.
The hotel is located in the historical district of Lavenham, just steps from Little Hall Lavenham and Corpus Christi Guildhall, 0.5 mi from Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, and 4.4 mi from Lavenham Falconry.
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 15.00 per night, and advance request is required for confirmation.
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