The Swan at Lavenham

Lavenham, Suffolk
Hotel
+44 (0)1787 247477
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Per night
£95 - £295
Bedroom

47 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2 – 4

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A 15th-century hotel and spa with beamed lounges and two restaurants, standing proudly on the high street

Per night
£95 - £295

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£95 - £295 per night

The Experience

Step through the grand oak door to a tangle of winding corridors, ancient beams and ‘mind your head’ doorways. Once a coaching inn, this medieval building is full of nooks to disappear into – deep sofas by the fire, a minstrel’s gallery above the dining room, and the Airmen’s Bar, its walls graced with wartime signatures.

Bedrooms come in every shape – some vast, with four-posters and wonky ceilings; others sit in newer wings with a more contemporary feel. All have crisp linen and cosy robes, with beds turned down while you’re at dinner. Enjoy seasonal menus in the Mess Call 487 brasserie, or candle-lit dinners and afternoon teas in The Gallery. Dogs are welcome throughout much of the building, and children of every age are made to feel at home.

In summer, head for the secluded courtyard or the flower-filled secret garden at the back. Next door, The Weavers’ House boutique spa has an outdoor heated vitality pool, six treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room and sun terrace.

The Swan at Lavenham - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Getting delightfully lost in a maze of old beams, wonky floors and hidden corners
  • A proper afternoon tea in the vaulted gallery
  • The spa's vitality pool, right next door
The Swan at Lavenham - Gallery

You should know

  • Due to the age and layout of the building, there’s no lift
  • Dogs are allowed in many rooms, but not all – check when booking
  • The car park fills fast, so arrive early

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accessibility

  • Step-free guest entrance
  • Guest entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bedroom access
  • Bedroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bathroom access
  • Bathroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free shower
  • Shower and toilet grab bars
  • Shower or bath chair
  • Accessible parking space
  • Ceiling or mobile hoist
  • Hearing loop
  • Subtitles available on televisions
  • Guest information in large print or braille

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £95
9 Family rooms for 4
From £155
2 Twins
From £95
17 Doubles
From £95
14 Family rooms for 3
From £125
5 Four-posters
From £155

Information

Booking information

Check in
3pm
Check out
11am
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Dogs

Dogs welcome by arrangement, £25 for 1 dog, £15 for 2nd dog, max. 2 per room. Dog blanket, bowl & treats provided.

Meals
Lunch, 2-3 courses, £24.50-£29.50. Sunday lunch, 2-3 courses, £28-£35. Starters from £9.50. Mains from £21. Desserts from £8.50. Afternoon tea from £32.

Reviews

Housed in a deceptively large and labyrinthine complex of half-timbered 15th-century buildings, the Swan oozes medieval charm and you're always aware of its rich heritage during a relaxing stay. There's Elizabethan oak panelling, a minstrel's gallery in the stunning dining room, and the best rooms have vaulted beamed ceilings. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea and the excellent spa facilities.
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Location

The neighbourhood

You're on the high street of one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the country, with timbered houses at every turn and a fascinating guildhall museum. Long Melford, with its antique shops and grand hall, is close by, as is Constable country at Flatford Mill. Sudbury station is seven miles, Bury St Edmunds is ten.

Local points of interest from The Hotel Folk

  • Lavenham Guildhall - a piece of history in itself is one of our village's finest medieval monuments. Discover the history of the village and in particular its strong association with the cloth industry, from which it gained so much of its former wealth.
  • Church of St. Peter and St. Paul - a glorious building of near cathedral proportions dating from around the beginning of the 16th century at the height of Lavenham's prosperity. Incorporating a wealth of oak and stone carvings.
  • Crooked House - one of Lavenham's most famous landmarks, this slanted house is a true icon of the village. Warped timbers have caused the upper floor to look distinctly crooked, hence the famous name!
  • The streets of Lavenham were used as a background for the scenes in Godric's Hollow in the film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, a main feature being DeVere House.
  • Weavers' House Spa - a place to relax, unwind and take some time for yourself. A good spa guide 5 bubble spa which is not to be missed.
  • Lavenham Airfield - a part of history that we at The Swan are deeply connected to, Lavenham Airfield is open for pre-booked tours during the summer months.