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Reviews of The Cross Keys 4 stars

32 High Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1AX, United Kingdom

#13 of 17 hotels in Saffron Walden

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 929 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    8.0
    Perfectly quaint but a little run-down
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was very comfortable though a little cramped. I also found it to be quite dusty (bedside table, bedframe, etc). The fire exit door did not shut so anyone could just get in from outside. The staff was friendly but wasn't overly available. I felt that the hotel had so much potential but was slightly run down, unfortunately. Such a shame as it is such a stunning building.

    A charming hotel with tons of character. The location was superb, close to bus stops and market square. The room was warm despite the very cold weather. Breakfast times were flexible and options quite varied. Overall, it was an excellent stay, though a few things could be improved.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    Just as I'd hoped it would be
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent brekkie and staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bit of a hitch with the allocation of room but this was quickly sorted.

    Room. Location. Staff and food at breakfast particularly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    A very charming old inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit too hot, but it was probably our fault for not turning down the heating in the bathroom. Lamp was broken on arrival and replaced, no problem.

    Lovely breakfast. Very nice room with good facilities. Friendly staff, especially the females! Very good value for money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    9.0
    Always nice to come back to - like home from home, and the breakfast is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not quite sure I understand the no serving alcohol after 10 PM, but hey - better for my diet and for my wallet, I guess

    Friendly staff, great breakfast, always a warm and comfortable place to stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    8.0
    We stayed after our daughters wedding and have often thought what an inviting place the cross keys looks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very central to town, lovely features

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    Ideal for our purposes. Clean and comfortable. We would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room comfortable but a little small.

    Location very good just a five minute walk from the car park Breakfast hearty and tasty.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    9.0
    A great place for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing I can think of.

    A nice greeting, shown to my room and an offer to take my luggage. A clear explanation of how to get in after closing time. Excellent breakfast, good choice and freshly cooked to order. Brilliant coffee. Room cosy and bed very comfortable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    8.0
    Lovely room and the bath was a dream. Yummy breakfast and the food from the lunch/ dinner menu was delicious. Staf
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No parking. Parking was not easy. The information on booking. Com was not only misleading, but also incorrect

    Centre of town

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Good value hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The shower, although clean, was looking in desperate need of a refit.

    Good location in the middle of the town. Cosy room but with comfortable bed. All the usual teas, coffees, biscuits etc. provided. Very good, large breakfast - full English may overwhelm some people it was so large. I wasn't complaining. Staff friendly and explained car-parking situation several times via messages (yoy can't park onsite)

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    8.0
    A historic hotel in the centre of town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom only had a bath and we much prefer a shower. The breakfast service was incredibly slow and and limited with meagre portions.

    It is a very atmospheric and historic hotel in the heart of town. The evening meal was delicious and well prepared. The staff were all very friendly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable stay and good location for our purpose
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast room was fine and good full English and hot coffee

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Light in bathroom not working. Road noise at night was intrusive. Breakfast was ok and included in room rate but not worth £12.95. Bar prices outrageously high - £6.50 for a mediocre pint of Adnams bitter!

    Room and bed were comfortable. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Central location in town.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    9.0
    A picturesque, Harry Potter-like place. A piece of good old England..
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking is not far from the hotel, but directions would be handy in advance, before checing in.

    A picturesque, Harry-Potter like pub/hotel established in 1569. Small but very comfy rooms, good beer, professional staff. Very nice walk through a small town, lots of small shops within 10 minutes perimeter, as well as a nice park. Highly recommended..

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    8.0
    A good location in a very interesting town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    N/A

    Room and facilities very good. Breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Very comfortable, great food and friendly staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit small and cramped. Staff at breakfast although friendly when spoken to didn't welcome us or offer any help with where to find things or how to order. Breakfast was tasty but just one very small piece of bacon.

    Nice old atmospheric Inn, comfortable bed, warm room, good shower, good town centre location.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    9.0
    Cosy and comfortable room in a great town centre location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Ensuite with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom could have been cleaner. Door to room was a bit difficult to lock.

    Comfortable room in a great central location. Tasty breakfast. Historic building.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Lovely room in a beautiful old building but needs proper heating in the annexe
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The annexe rooms are reached by a very steep metal spiral staircase, it didn't give us any problems but wouldn't be suitable for anyone with mobility difficulties. The only heating in our room (room 7) was a heated towel rail so the room started to get very cold. However, when I mentioned this to staff, a portable heater was immediately sent over. Also wasn't so keen on the toilet 'cubicle' in the corner of the room made of clouded glass which wasn't completely opaque although a folding screen for added privacy had been provided.

    Good location in the centre of town, no parking on site but there are nearby car parks. We had a large, airy room in the converted barn annexe so it was quiet, with a very comfortable bed and nice toiletries. Breakfast was plentiful and staff polite and helpful, although especial praise should go to the lady who was serving breakfast singlehandedly on Remembrance Sunday morning. Despite being rushed off her feet she was good humoured, polite and nothing was too much trouble.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    8.0
    Good value, excellent location, helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shower was not hot.

    Breakfast choices were good - especially the variety of poached egg dishes. Lovely quaint, old hotel.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    8.0
    Great venue
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a mix up at the hotel and our booking had not been saved, but the staff were reassuring and kept me in the loop. The breakfasts on both mornings were also disappointing - the orders weren't quite right (eg I ordered a veggie breakfast which arrived without a sausage as advertised, and had to ask where it was, and other items were missing from my parties' orders), the poached eggs weren't runny, and one of the muffins was still partially frozen.

    The room was fantastic, location great, and the dinner menu was exceptional.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no parking on site, although the car park is not far away, small charge payable. Advice is to take the minimum luggage required to walk back to hotel with. The outside rooms are up a spiral staircase, so not ideal for anyone with mobility problems.

    The rooms are clean and comfortable. A good breakfast is included in the cost. Plenty of fresh towels provided.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful 16th century hotel, with a great breakfast, in a lovely town—ask the host about the ghosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Ensuite with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was traveling with other family members, so we had two rooms. One room was in the oldest part of the hotel and was amazing, my room was fine, but not amazing. It was super comfortable though.

    This is a wonderful 16th century Tudor building, in a town that has a lot of historic Tudor architecture. It was fun to stay in a place so old. The restaurant downstairs is really good too, and breakfast!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no car park

    location.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    7.0
    OK
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Shower
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was rather inconvenient - some way away

    Nicely renovated historic building - comfortable if small

    Stayed in October 2023

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