Swan'S Nest Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Stratford-upon-Avon
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Swan's Nest Hotel offers 72 rooms including Club Doubles with flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities, Deluxe Doubles with mineral water and power showers, and Superior Suites with separate living areas. The Shakespeare Suite features a large separate living area and can connect to a Deluxe Double room. Accessible rooms include twin beds convertible to king-size and a wet room with handrails. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, toiletries, and some offer garden views.
Dining Options
The hotel features two on-site restaurants operated by Bistrot Pierre Limited. Le Bistrot Pierre serves French-style modern classics and seasonal dishes on an alfresco terrace with river views. The Bear offers traditional English pub food with wood-paneled interiors and two central fireplaces. Breakfast includes English breakfast, Eggs Benedict, omelets, and specialty coffees. Afternoon tea features savories, scones, and sweet treats.
Location & Transportation
Located on the banks of the River Avon, Swan's Nest Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Stratford-upon-Avon town center. It is 27 miles from Birmingham International Airport with easy access from the M40 motorway. The hotel is surrounded by Shakespeare's Birthplace (0.5 km), Stratford Butterfly Farm (0.3 km), and the Recreation Ground park. Parking is available for £10 per day.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel serves as a base for exploring the Cotswolds walking trails and is dog-friendly with a £20 per night pet fee. Nearby attractions include Warwick Castle (8.4 miles), Charlecote Park (4 miles), and the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal starting at Bancroft Basin across the river. The Stratford Greenway offers a 5-mile paved cycling path to Long Marston.
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides room-only, bed and breakfast, or dinner packages. Children under 12 stay free when sharing with paying adults. Accessible rooms are available with wet room facilities. Private dining accommodates up to 32 guests in the Clopton Room. Dog-friendly services include complimentary doggie bags with a ball and bone, and information on local groomers and veterinary services.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
