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The Cricketers Arms

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Mountfitchet Castle

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Exterior
Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite)
Bar (on property)
Miscellaneous
Food and drink

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Rickling Green, Saffron Walden, England, CB11 3YG
  • Place, Prior's Hall Barn
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountfitchet Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, House on the Hill Toy Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Double Room) | Restaurant

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Double Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Room 8) | Miscellaneous

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Room 8)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5)

Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, Ensuite (Wander's Suite Room 4 ) | Miscellaneous

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Wander's Suite Room 4 )

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite)

Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

In Saffron Walden .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this guesthouse, you'll find Mountfitchet Castle and House on the Hill Toy Museum. Audley End House and Bishop's Stortford Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Prior's Hall Barn - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whoosh Explore - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • House on the Hill Toy Museum - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bishop's Stortford Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Elsenham Station - 5 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe At Home And Eat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wood Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Cricketers Arms

3-star guest house near Mountfitchet Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Saffron Walden guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cricketers Arms offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Jun 21 - Jun 22
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The Cricketers

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cricketers Arms to the airport?

The Cricketers Arms is 7.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cricketers Arms?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cricketers Arms on Jun 21, 2026 start from $134, 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 The Cricketers Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cricketers Arms.

Does The Cricketers Arms offer free breakfast?

The Cricketers Arms does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cricketers Arms?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Cricketers Arms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cricketers Arms?

This guesthouse offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does The Cricketers Arms have a pool?

The Cricketers Arms does not have a pool.

Does The Cricketers Arms have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Cricketers Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Cricketers Arms to downtown Saffron Walden?

The Cricketers Arms is 0.3 mi away from Quendon and Rickling.

The Cricketers Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 371 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, fantastic staff and fantastic food. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room in a quiet area, good breakfast included. Will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with clean and comfortable rooms. The food was excellent with good portions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice country pub / hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Clean room. Great shower. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great value and hosts very welcoming especially at breakfast, which was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, lovely breakfast and a tidy spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ajay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It is a Pubsetting hotel. Stayed one night was nice and quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and service staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

D

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

Overnight stay

Great stop over for Stanstead only 20mins away. Friendly staff, comfortable, clean rooms and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and in a beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaspars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food. Friendly staff.Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel staff good clean and nice clean and warm room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hitesh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay and very convenient location if your attending an event at Parklands nearby. The breakfast options are plentiful and the energetic host Andy is a top guy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really good pub stop. Staff , room, breakfast, as good as you would want.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sue

Small but clean room. Shower want very strong but bathroom clean and
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

great place to stop

This is a lovely place to stop and relax. The bed was extremely comfortable and the food presentation was amazing, it also tasted really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation. Great food. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The riom was spacious and clean. The staff were welcoming. We ate in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast, both were great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the pub. We stayed for a wedding in the local area. Accommodation was quiet, bed was comfortable and the bed linen and towels were great quality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Country Pub and great food

Lovely stay - very good food (Dinner and Breakfast). Large room, comfortable bed and excellent shower (digital temperature controlled). Helpful staff. Large carpark - suitable for Airport stays too. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Great stay for attending music concert

Great stay here. Stayed here as closeby to a music concert we we attending. Staff very friendly and went out of their way to help us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff - fantastic lunch and breakfast offerings. Playlist in the bar !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

adam

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

Superb.

Superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Back again after a couple of year gap - glad we did. Much improved wi-fi. Same awesome food and staff - lovely rooms - we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024