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Saracens Head Hotel

Property class: 4
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Dunmow inn

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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High Street, Dunmow, England, CM6 1AG
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Crazy Dog Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunmow

Close to airport.Stay at this Dunmow inn and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Flitch Way Country Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Crazy Dog Field. Hatfield Forest Country Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Thaxted Parish Church is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Flitch Way Country Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crazy Dog Field - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Cambridge - 45 min drive - 39.8 miles
  • Hylands House and Park - 46 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Newmarket Racecourse - 50 min drive - 46.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport Station - 8 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lion & Lamb - Little Canfield - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Monsters House of Fun - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Barista Boy Coffee Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boars Head - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Saracens Head Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Dunmow inn
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dunmow inn.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Saracens Head Hotel offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Dunmow inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night.

Property 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 13.00 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Saracens Head Great Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel
Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow
Saracens Hotel
The Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow, Essex
Saracens Head Hotel Dunmow
Saracens Head Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel Inn
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Saracens Head Hotel Inn Dunmow

Frequently asked questions

How close is Saracens Head Hotel to the airport?

Saracens Head Hotel is 6.7 mi (13-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Saracens Head Hotel?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saracens Head Hotel on Apr 26, 2026 start from $80, 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.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Saracens Head Hotel.

Does Saracens Head Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Saracens Head Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.00 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Saracens Head Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Saracens Head Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Saracens Head Hotel?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a pool?

Saracens Head Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Saracens Head Hotel to downtown Dunmow?

Saracens Head Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Dunmow.

Saracens Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 502 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Short staffed but those that were there were good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff Cozy, warm and clean. Usually stay once a year when i travel up from Kent, but been twice in 2months. Back end of the year.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night when flying from Stansted. Great hotel. Easy free parking. Great staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

June

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was cooked to order, plate and food was lovely and hot and very tasty.. The rooms were very clean and we stayed a couple of nights so had our water - towels - milk refills done after the first night..the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We had our family get together on the Sunday after Christmas so we pre ordered our meals for our large family & table and everything we ordered was spot on!! Could not fault this hotel and staff. We will now be returning a few more times during the year..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Pub, room and staff were excellent. Unfortunately our room was a lodge away from the pub and was extremely noisy late into the night/morning as people left.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room ok , not very spacious. Bathroom ok and very clean .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless , staff very helpful, food great thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy booking on the website. Warm welcome, very friendly staff, enjoyed the substantial breakfast and a great dinner with a lovely meal and a drink at the pub. We‘ll come again, when in the UK 🇬🇧 Greatings from Germany, Auf Wiedersehen 👋
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was as good as usual as I stay often and will continue to do so Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Maud

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, the rooms are spacious and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes to all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Lovely food. Great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very nice, the room was very nice indeed and big with everything you would want. It was clean and had tea/coffee /bottled water. Bed was comfortable but the duvet is thin so i had to make noise at night trying to find a blanket which was in the bottom draw of the wardrobe, also the floor is noisy to walk on which made me conscious at night that i may have disturbed people either side late at night while walking to the bathroom. The kettle wont go under the sink tap so you have to use the bottled water if you have'nt already drunk it or fill it from the shower. I had a good stay but i left disappointed becuase when i went for my breakfast i was told i had missed it and there was no mention of times for breakfast anywhere in the room or at reception and we even had a conversation the evening before with the reception about friends meeting me for breakfast in the morning at 10.15 and was told thats fine and they will just have to pay for their breakfasts, no mention at all that it would be over by then....we went to the cafe down the road but i felt annoyed by it . Its a shame because it was a nice stay apart from that, i think they need to make it clear or even just leave a simple note in rooms about breakfast times
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe car park right outside and a very comfortable room at an excellent price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room decent - staff friendly. Breakfast poor. Sausage taste of sawdust and if I was laying a patio I could have used the black Pudding as a paving salad as it was that hard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicely updated rooms true to old pub style hotel. Food and beverage service of breakfast, dining, and pub were all outstanding. Shout out to the chef and and all the friendly staff who made our stay wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms have been updated while retaining original pub hotel features. We enjoyed a great stay, delicious meals from interesting menu, sitting by the fire in the lovely pub, and being welcomed into the weekly pub quiz.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel very convenient for airport and much nicer than an airport hotel. The food was lovely and the reception very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome on arrival, great staff serving in the bar and dining area and good food at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025