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Reviews of THE SARACENS HEAD INN 3 stars

38 Wheilden Street, Amersham, HP7 0HU, United Kingdom

#4 of 5 hotels in Amersham

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Review score

Based on 603 hotel reviews

7.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.4

  • Comfort

    7.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    8.0
    very good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    very good breakfast

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    7.0
    Our stay was conveniently near friends who were celebrating a big birthday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No WiFi. No decafinated beverages in room

    Location was perfect for a family party

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    7.0
    We stayed for two nights so we could pop into London using tube and train, excellent location for that.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a room facing the street so we got some traffic noise and other street noises - recycling collection etc. Some of the room was quite good and some of it needed a bit of a refresh.

    The location is excellent. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. There is on street parking and we found out you can also use the Legion car park close by.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    8.0
    Just the sort of proper pub I would look for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit musty but the surrounding areas are oldy Worldy and there is always the option of opening the window.

    Basic, but the chef had just walked out! More than happy to stay agai

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    8.0
    Relaxed and friendly old pub, which serves a lovely breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One room smelt a little damp. The landlord apologised for this on arrival, explaining that it is difficult to deal with because it is a listed building.

    The staff were really helpful and friendly. It is a beautiful old building with quirky individual rooms.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    8.0
    Nice to experience an authentic old English country pub.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a little damp and occasionally noisy

    The old building was interesting and a novel experience.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Asked for another room because the first was unacceptable for a few reasons. Both rooms had large antique style beds which was great, but both needed freshening up.

    Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good. Lovely location at heart of old town.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    7.0
    Reasonable value but wouldn’t like to book again
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant not open both nights and breakfast was not good at all

    Location and history

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    6.0
    Fine for an overnight stay in picturesque English town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms could do with redecorating, and the plumbing probably needs looking at. The car park isn’t actually at the hotel, and it isn’t particularly secure.

    Location was good. The pub part was nice; traditional with friendly locals. The staff were engaging and helpful. The room was clean.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely old pub. Room was nice, comfortable but the shower was cold and hardly any power to it just like a light mist coming out. Breakfast on the morn was fine. Staff nice. Bit expensive was the room I thought.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was really excellent. A BIG thank you to the cook

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room comfortable but very 'tired' and needs updating

    Room comfortable but very 'tired' and needs updating

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not particularly clean. Rooms basic.

    Location is brilliant. Lovely staff.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    6.0
    Ok for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had two twin rooms. The rooms were not as clean as we would have liked, a lot of cobwebs on the beams in one of them and the carpets felt a bit grubby. The bathrooms were worn but clean. The beds got mixed reviews, I was comfortable in mine.

    Good value, good location. Friendly helpful staff. Shower was hot and powerful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    7.0
    Good location, lively pub with good beers !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Forgetting to read the "mind you head" signs in the bedroom ! :)

    Very good location, possible to park, breakfast good, lively pub with some good beers.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and helpful staff. Good food menu. Even had space to put our bikes.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room needed a good clean

    Room was nice

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, freindlt and helpful, nice room and good breakfast

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    6.0
    A pleasant stay but not for my son not use to staying in a very old pub, was ok just for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately my son wasn't too happy with it, a very oldy world pub, the bathroom had a sliding door which didn't close properly, breakfast was either a full english didn't get a choice. We had spoken to the manager and asked for a late check out of 11am he agreed, but then we received a knock on the door at 10.10 saying we had to be out at 10.30 no if or butts.

    A nice quaint pub, which was very busy the night we arrived, we highly recommend the Italian restaurant across the road Zaza, amazing food,

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    6.0
    The one staff member who was running everything was kind and hospitable but he was clearly overworked having to deal wit
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    However, it is in need of updating.

    It was a great location.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    A Mix of Quirks and Charms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    While a bit of dust is to be expected and not an issue in an old pub setting, the night time noise from the road was disruptive due to poor soundproofing. Also, an unpleasant odor emanating from the aging bathroom was unpleasant. Despite these drawbacks, the Saracens Inn's charming character and convenient location, combined with its relatively affordable pricing, made our stay enjoyable for a single night. The pub itself is great, but for dinner there are likely better options in town.

    Located in Amersham's Old Town, the Saracens Inn exudes old-world charm, with its rustic decor and exposed beams creating an inviting ambiance into the pub. Our room boasted a large and incredibly comfortable four-poster bed. The staff were helpful and friendly, explaining us the quirks of the vintage toilet mechanism (no, it's not broken!) Additionally, full English breakfast prepared by the staff was a delicious treat, setting us up for the day ahead. Excellent location to visit old Amersham and hike in the Chilterns.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    All so good that we are looking forward to staying again, another time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The street was noisy with traffic early in the morning.

    The Pub was delightful with friendly locals and good wine. The room was in a self contained converted cottage and was very small, but clean and well appointed. We enjoyed the setting and location within Old Amersham - the accommodation offered everything that we required.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    7.0
    C9mfortable dog friendly room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs up to the room were a little awkward, especially with a dog. Could have done with a light at the bottom of the stairs by the door.

    We had a private entrance to our room which is handy as we have a dog. Comfy bed, a good amount of space.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    7.0
    Lovely stay in a locals pub with great food and service from John and his colleagues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Even though we had communication from the owner before arriving, they were not on the premises or made themselves known to the residents for the whole of our 5 night stay, which we thought was a bit strange considering they lived opposite. The twin bed mattresses in room 3 may need to be upgraded as the edges have lost their structure so easy to roll out of bed!

    Even though there was not a wide choice of items, breakfast was good with tasty bacon and sausages. We would like to say Thank You to John who seemed to do everything; cook & serve breakfast (being amenable to daily changes to breakfast requests) and all the housekeeping one change over days. Most of the rooms are based around the courtyard, so no awkward steps to climb. What readers need to consider is that Saracens Head is a very old Public House on a main road, it is not accommodation in a chain where everything is the same. The evening food was very good and great portion size too. No food on a Monday but lots of options within walking distance. The evening pub staff were friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in May 2024

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