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About this property
Overlooking the RSC Theatre, the 17th-century riverside Swan's Nest hotel has parking and a bar. The town centre is a 5-minute walk away and the rail station is 15 minutes’ walk from the building. Bistrot Pierre offers French cuisine and a superb river view, while The Bear Bar and Kitchen serves traditional English dishes. Guests can also relax in the courtyard garden at Swan's Nest. The spacious rooms all have a 26-inch Freeview LCD TV, a walk-in monsoon shower and free mineral water. Many rooms also feature scenic views of the hotel’s garden. There is public parking onsite for an extra cost.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jennifer
United Kingdom
“Location, particularly as close to RSC. We were also particularly impressed by Sam on reception. I was taken unwell on the journey. Sam provided a necessary wheelchair and accompanied us to our room. He ensured that I was settled and comfortable.” - Kathleen
United Kingdom
“Very friendly helpful staff. Large very comfortable bedroom. Great location” - Linda
United Kingdom
“The hotels location is perfect for easy getting to the main areas near the river and offers lovely food & drink. The rooms are well equipped & comfortable I would definitely recommend this hotel to people” - Louise
United Kingdom
“This hotel is a little gem. Great location, rooms are lovely and the staff are always happy to help.” - Cate
United Kingdom
“The location is perfect and the staff friendly & helpful.” - Roger
United Kingdom
“This hotel is in the centre of the town and within walking distance of so much of the main centre” - Bill
United Kingdom
“Location excellent with easy access to Stratford upon Avon. Receptionist was very friendly and helpful. Parking good but costly. Bed comfortable, valuables safe small. Air Con good and easily adjusted. Restaurants were good with decent food,...” - Rosamund
United Kingdom
“Just what we needed a dog friendly comfortable hotel close to all that Stratford upon Avon has to offer, with rapid access to lots of dog walking routes as well. The staff were all friendly & helpful, very good breakfast (dogs allowed) in one area...” - Sally
Italy
“Location bring very close to the Riyal Shakespeare theatre.” - Susan
United Kingdom
“easy walking across the river lounge area near recpetion”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineFrench
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Children under 14 sharing a room with adults are accommodated free and charged for meals as taken.
The credit/debit card used to book an Advance Purchase rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.
All children under 2 years of age stay free of charge in the cots. A maximum of 1 cot can be accommodated in each room.
Christmas Opening Hours for Bistrot Pierre Restaurant & The Bear Pub:
Christmas Eve: 12.00 - 23.00 The Bear Pub, 12.00 - 20.00 Bistrot Pierre Restaurant.
Christmas Day: 12.00 - 18.00 Bistrot Pierre Restaurant, The Bear Pub will be closed. Boxing Day: 12.00-16.00 Bistrot Pierre Restaurant & The Bear Pub.
New Years Eve: 12.00 - 00.30 The Bear Pub, 12.00 - 21.00 Bistrot Pierre Restaurant.
New Years Day: 12.00 - 18.00 Bistrot Pierre Restaurant & The Bear Pub.