The Stag on the River

4.0 star property
Hotel in Godalming with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Front of property
Desk, free WiFi
Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi
Restaurant
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Lower Eashing, Eashing, Godalming, England, GU7 2QG
  • Place, Watts Chapel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, West Surrey Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Surrey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Godalming

Located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from West Surrey Golf Club, The Stag on the River is within a 10-minute drive of University of Surrey. This 7-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Watts Chapel - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • West Surrey Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • University of Surrey - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Greyfriars Vinyard - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Guildford Cathedral - 8 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Godalming Station - 5 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Inn on the Lake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sinclair's Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Finch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Charterhouse - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Stag on the River

Hotel in Godalming with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests staying at The Stag on the River enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Stag on the River Hotel
The Stag on the River Godalming
The Stag on the River Hotel Godalming

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Stag on the River?

The Stag on the River provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Stag on the River?

This hotel is located in Godalming, close to Hankley Common Golf Club, Guildford Castle, and High Street. You'll also find Winkworth Arboretum and West Surrey Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Stag on the River?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Stag on the River feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Stag on the River doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Stag on the River?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Stag on the River?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like bathrobes as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Stag on the River?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Stag on the River have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Stag on the River serves free continental breakfast on weekday mornings from its restaurant.

Will The Stag on the River allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Stag on the River.

Are there connecting rooms at The Stag on the River?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from The Stag on the River?

The closest major airport to The Stag on the River is Farnborough (FAB), which is 14.3 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is around 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Stag on the River?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Stag on the River.

The Stag on the River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our limited time at the Stag on the River was greatly appreciated and enjoyed. Matt made a great impression and went out of his way to point out a hidden gem trail to the elevated farmland. Wish we had more time to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location next to the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

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

Great place to stay and have dinner

Highly recommend this place for a stay and dinner. Excellent service, great food. Friendly staff. Lovely location. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location. Evening meal excellent...breakfast left a bit to be desired...service poor. BUT...the host took the cost of breakfast off the bill without being asked. She recognised the issues before i raised them.....so 10/10 for that!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small, hot and uncomfortable

Stayed on a hot summer evening. The room was very small and due to the heat, very uncomfortable. The staff were pleasant and efficient, but the room and conditions were just too much. Didn’t stay the night left at 11pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Onyedikachi

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem of place

Truly a gem of a place to stay . We had wedding reception to attend at the stag so booked two days . The management and staff were so professional which put them up with five star status. The pub restaurant was alway fully book a reflection of how good the food is . I gem of a place and will definitely return .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

The Stag

Everything was great, two very minor things. The radiator in the bathroom was emitting more heat than a nuclear power ststion, could do with truning down a tad. Was actually to hot to stay in the bathroom with the door closed. And the broadband was very slow. But in the grand scheme of things, nothing to worry about.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann, Caterham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Attractive property, spacious dining area. Difficult to find parking on arrival 3pm. Room noisy from kitchen fans until 11pm then started again at 7:30am. Unpleasant sewerage smell from the bathroom and into the bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, friendly staff, well located for exploring nearby attractions. Cosy room above the pub. Bathroom is very clean and modern. Very quiet at night. The pub's restaurant serves good food, though I believe the pub is the only dining option in the village. Would stay here again next time I'm in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

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

Clean, cosy and friendly

Exceptionally clean room. Small but had everything you would expect. Good breakfast, attentive service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TERENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you haven't tried this reasonably priced hotel/ restaurant you are in for a treat. Better than average restaurant and excllent service on a busy Saturday night. The rooms may be small but have great character. Last - but not least - check out the Bar Snacks and nibbles menu for an afternoon treat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub and B&B in a beautiful location. Enjoyed a delicious dinner followed by a gourmet breakfast the next day. My room was clean and spacious with a nice walk in shower. Tea, coffee and biscuits were in the room and I had a lovely view of mature trees and rolling hills.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, great staff & food, lovely room but room and area below in pub currently suffering from a bad smell
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

a comfortable stay after our wedding day!

Such a comfortable stay after our wedding day, the beds were so luxurious and the shower was lovely and powerful. The staff were so helpful and the breakfast was so delicious, especially the lattes!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Salt Lake City

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Full of character

Lovely little old building full of character with a great beer garden. The food is very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Overnight Trip

Lovely setting. Small but well appointed B&B rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024