The Cross Keys

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Saffron Walden inn

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Restaurant
Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite (King) | Bathroom
Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl) | View from property
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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32 High Street, Saffron Walden, England, CB10 1AX
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bridge End Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Audley End House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Dbl_Twn)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (DblL_Eesbath)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Sup)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (King)

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

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (King_Sup)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

In Saffron Walden .At this inn, you'll be steps from Market Square and Church of St. Mary. Fry Art Gallery and The Common are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Common - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bridge End Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fry Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Audley End House - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Elsenham Station - 13 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Temeraire - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪the Railway Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Goat - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zafferano Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waffle and Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cross Keys

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Saffron Walden inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Saffron Walden inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cross Keys offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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/debit 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 credit or debit cards, Visa, and Mastercard.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cross Keys to the airport?

The Cross Keys is 13.6 mi (36-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 Cross Keys?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cross Keys on Nov 23, 2025 start from $97.94, excluding 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 Cross Keys have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cross Keys.

Does The Cross Keys offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Cross Keys offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cross Keys?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Cross Keys?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cross Keys?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Cross Keys have a pool?

The Cross Keys does not have a pool.

Does The Cross Keys have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Cross Keys have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Cross Keys to downtown Saffron Walden?

The Cross Keys is 0.1 mi away from Saffron Walden.