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The Cricketers Arms

3.0 star property

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Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite) | Restaurant
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Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Rickling Green, Saffron Walden, England, CB11 3YG
  • Place, Prior's Hall Barn
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountfitchet Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, House on the Hill Toy Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Double Room) | Restaurant

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Double Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Room 8) | Miscellaneous

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Room 8)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5)

Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, Ensuite (Wander's Suite Room 4 ) | Miscellaneous

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Wander's Suite Room 4 )

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite)

Superior Suite, Ensuite (The Lord's Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

The Cricketers Arms places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Mountfitchet Castle and House on the Hill Toy Museum. This 10-room, 3-star guesthouse has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Prior's Hall Barn - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whoosh Explore - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • House on the Hill Toy Museum - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bishop's Stortford Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Elsenham Station - 5 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe At Home And Eat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wood Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Cricketers Arms

The Cricketers Arms features free WiFi in public areas and wedding services. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a garden.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 303 reviews
$103 nightly
The price is $124
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Cricketers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Cricketers Arms?

This guesthouse is located in Saffron Walden, close to Audley End House, Prior's Hall Barn, and Mountfitchet Castle. You'll also find House on the Hill Toy Museum and Whoosh Explore within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cricketers Arms?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cricketers Arms on Jun 14, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Cricketers Arms?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the guesthouse. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Cricketers Arms have a casino?

No, The Cricketers Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Cricketers Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Cricketers Arms?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some accommodations include a deep soaking bathtub and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at The Cricketers Arms?

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

Does The Cricketers Arms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Cricketers Arms serves free continental breakfast from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cricketers Arms?

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

How close is the airport from The Cricketers Arms?

The closest major airport to The Cricketers Arms is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 7.6 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is located 23.1 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Cricketers Arms?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Cricketers Arms.

Does The Cricketers Arms offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Cricketers Arms if that's in your vacation plans.

The Cricketers Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 371 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location, fantastic staff and fantastic food. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room in a quiet area, good breakfast included. Will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with clean and comfortable rooms. The food was excellent with good portions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice country pub / hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful. Clean room. Great shower. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great value and hosts very welcoming especially at breakfast, which was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, lovely breakfast and a tidy spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ajay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It is a Pubsetting hotel. Stayed one night was nice and quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and service staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

D

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

Overnight stay

Great stop over for Stanstead only 20mins away. Friendly staff, comfortable, clean rooms and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and in a beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kaspars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food. Friendly staff.Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel staff good clean and nice clean and warm room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hitesh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay and very convenient location if your attending an event at Parklands nearby. The breakfast options are plentiful and the energetic host Andy is a top guy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really good pub stop. Staff , room, breakfast, as good as you would want.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sue

Small but clean room. Shower want very strong but bathroom clean and
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

great place to stop

This is a lovely place to stop and relax. The bed was extremely comfortable and the food presentation was amazing, it also tasted really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation. Great food. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The riom was spacious and clean. The staff were welcoming. We ate in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast, both were great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the pub. We stayed for a wedding in the local area. Accommodation was quiet, bed was comfortable and the bed linen and towels were great quality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Country Pub and great food

Lovely stay - very good food (Dinner and Breakfast). Large room, comfortable bed and excellent shower (digital temperature controlled). Helpful staff. Large carpark - suitable for Airport stays too. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Great stay for attending music concert

Great stay here. Stayed here as closeby to a music concert we we attending. Staff very friendly and went out of their way to help us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff - fantastic lunch and breakfast offerings. Playlist in the bar !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

adam

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

Superb.

Superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Back again after a couple of year gap - glad we did. Much improved wi-fi. Same awesome food and staff - lovely rooms - we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024