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Saracens Head Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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High Street, Dunmow, England, CM6 1AG
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Crazy Dog Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, O2 Arena
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunmow

Saracens Head Hotel places you within a short walk of Flitch Way Country Park and within a mile (2 km) of Crazy Dog Field. This 30-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Flitch Way Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Crazy Dog Field - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 30 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 41 min drive - 37.5 miles
  • Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - 56 min drive - 38.9 miles

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport Station - 8 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lion & Lamb - Little Canfield - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barista Boy Coffee Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Monsters House of Fun - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Boars Head - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Swan at Felsted - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Saracens Head Hotel

Saracens Head Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a terrace, a banquet hall, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Coffee makers, desks, and free toiletries are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 1 2026 to March 6 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from March 8 2026 to March 9 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 13.00 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Saracens Head Great Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel
Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow
Saracens Hotel
The Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow, Essex
Saracens Head Hotel Dunmow
Saracens Head Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel Inn
Saracens Head Hotel Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel Inn Dunmow

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Saracens Head Hotel?

Saracens Head Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Saracens Head Hotel?

This inn is located in Dunmow within a short 10-minute walk of Flitch Way Country Park. You'll also find Leez Priory and Hatfield Forest Country Park nearby.

Will I be able to park at Saracens Head Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Saracens Head Hotel include a casino?

No, Saracens Head Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Saracens Head Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Saracens Head Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar, a restaurant, and proposal/romance packages.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Saracens Head Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant. Please note that one of the dining venues will be closed and breakfast unavailable between March 8 2026 and March 9 2026 (subject to change).

Does Saracens Head Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Saracens Head Hotel for a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Saracens Head Hotel?

Yes, this inn has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Saracens Head Hotel?

The closest major airport to Saracens Head Hotel is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 6.7 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 24.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Saracens Head Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Saracens Head Hotel.

Does Saracens Head Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Saracens Head Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Saracens Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 487 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 487 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 487 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 487 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 487 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless , staff very helpful, food great thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy booking on the website. Warm welcome, very friendly staff, enjoyed the substantial breakfast and a great dinner with a lovely meal and a drink at the pub. We‘ll come again, when in the UK 🇬🇧 Greatings from Germany, Auf Wiedersehen 👋
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was as good as usual as I stay often and will continue to do so Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Maud

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, the rooms are spacious and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes to all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Lovely food. Great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very nice, the room was very nice indeed and big with everything you would want. It was clean and had tea/coffee /bottled water. Bed was comfortable but the duvet is thin so i had to make noise at night trying to find a blanket which was in the bottom draw of the wardrobe, also the floor is noisy to walk on which made me conscious at night that i may have disturbed people either side late at night while walking to the bathroom. The kettle wont go under the sink tap so you have to use the bottled water if you have'nt already drunk it or fill it from the shower. I had a good stay but i left disappointed becuase when i went for my breakfast i was told i had missed it and there was no mention of times for breakfast anywhere in the room or at reception and we even had a conversation the evening before with the reception about friends meeting me for breakfast in the morning at 10.15 and was told thats fine and they will just have to pay for their breakfasts, no mention at all that it would be over by then....we went to the cafe down the road but i felt annoyed by it . Its a shame because it was a nice stay apart from that, i think they need to make it clear or even just leave a simple note in rooms about breakfast times
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe car park right outside and a very comfortable room at an excellent price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room decent - staff friendly. Breakfast poor. Sausage taste of sawdust and if I was laying a patio I could have used the black Pudding as a paving salad as it was that hard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicely updated rooms true to old pub style hotel. Food and beverage service of breakfast, dining, and pub were all outstanding. Shout out to the chef and and all the friendly staff who made our stay wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms have been updated while retaining original pub hotel features. We enjoyed a great stay, delicious meals from interesting menu, sitting by the fire in the lovely pub, and being welcomed into the weekly pub quiz.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel very convenient for airport and much nicer than an airport hotel. The food was lovely and the reception very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome on arrival, great staff serving in the bar and dining area and good food at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astri Parawita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was nice, friendly, and helpful. The room was comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay, lovely staff and atmosphere

Staff always bend over backwards to accommodate our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay and eat

Really nice rooms, nothing missing or broken or bodged up, like most on-the-cheap-end hotels. Food was amazing, both evening meal and breakfast. Staff were friendly and attentive. ~Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is very tired, extremely hot,the window looks out onto the car park so felt unsafe opening it up and leaving it like that all night. Had a very bad sleep had to have the fan on. Breakfast was very small. Overall not worth the £144.00 paid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Welch

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay all round . Breakfast was exceptional. Accommodation lovely . Beautiful old inn . Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025