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The White Swan Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Halifax with a 24-hour front desk

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Staircase
Street view
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Princess St, Halifax, England, HX1 1TS
  • Place, Halifax Piece Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Eureka The National Children’s Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Halifax

The White Swan Hotel places you next to Halifax Piece Hall and Halifax Town Hall. This 50-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like electric kettles, LCD TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Halifax Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Halifax Borough Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Halifax Piece Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victoria Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eureka The National Children’s Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 9 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dukes Halifax - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hatch Brunch House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Los Pampas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hop In Craft Beer - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The White Swan Hotel

Hotel in Halifax with a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at The White Swan Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a reception hall. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels. Other amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and desks. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Ballroom
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The White Swan Hotel Hotel
The White Swan Hotel Halifax
The White Swan Hotel Hotel Halifax

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The White Swan Hotel?

This hotel is located in Halifax, just steps from Halifax Piece Hall and Halifax Borough Market, and within a short walk of Victoria Theatre. You'll also find Eureka The National Children’s Museum and Shay Stadium less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Swan Hotel?

As of Dec 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Swan Hotel on Jan 1, 2026 start from $53.49, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park at The White Swan Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The White Swan Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The White Swan Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The White Swan Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The White Swan Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The White Swan Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The White Swan Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The White Swan Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The White Swan Hotel.

Does The White Swan Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The White Swan Hotel?

The closest major airport to The White Swan Hotel is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is 16.3 mi away (56 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The White Swan Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The White Swan Hotel.

The White Swan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 84 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Worth the price

Front desk staff very attentive and pleasant, room was value for money, clean room and bathroom, loverly soft bed, I had a great nights sleep, radiator had seen better days. Safe and secure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Amenities
central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Fay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is shabby, unkempt. The rooms very very basic, no heating in my room but the gentleman on the desk was very good ; immediately got a heater. No breakfast facilities overall I think owners just want to run it into the ground and sell the beautiful building. Will not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

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

Dirty, tired , smelt. Avoid

Felt unsafe, dirty and hotel nothing like the photos on hotel sites or website. Arrived at reception and staff was having an argument with a man trying to get access to a bedroom that he was quoting the Housing Association was paying £600 a month for. The reception staff eventually helped us as a women lay on the floor a few metres away charging her phone with her belongs spread on the floor. We paid for the room and then was given a key and note. As we walked up the stairs the smell was rough. On floor 1 doors to the toilets were tapped over to stop people using them. In the room 104 we only stood for minutes, the room smelt terribly, there was food remnants on the carpet and, wooden furniture was all damaged, the headboard worn out, lampshades hanging off and dirty cups and spoons. I then read the note that reception provided to us that stated the hotel ‘does not take responsibility for any loss or theft of items unless left in reception and that all room keys had to be left at reception if guests left the hotel’. So effectively, stuff not safe in locked rooms! We went to reception to request a refund. The cleaner was there & told us that she had cleaned it. reception staff kept smiling and laughing at us when we asked for a refund when we stated that the photos were not the state of the hotel now and this is misleading. The 1st photo on hotels.com is 500m away from the hotel. We were offered another room, but no chance of staying in this ‘hotel’ if that is what it is
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karankumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Katie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Short break

Clean room, felt safe there as a lone female traveller, pleasant staff. Plenty of places nearby for breakfast. Central location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Great central location

The swan hotel is in a great location, in the centre of Halifax. Opposite is a great curry house. There is street parking for dropping off bags but otherwise you need to park in amultistory carpark a short walk away which isn't cheap . Think we paid about £12 overnight .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love these older style hotels. There has clearly been recent refurbishment and the reception and staircase look great and in keeping with su a property. The standard room we stayed in was basic and if older style but very clean. Everything worked as expected and we had a great sleep. As there is no on site restaurant the foyer and downstairs area lack a bit of ambience and I would suggest some music be played to make it a bit more welcoming Location on quiet street in centre of town only a 5 minute walk to train and bus station Overall great place and value at this price point.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, clean tidy bit old world but did trick
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness

Old and very dated but comfortable

Very old fashioned hotel was obviously a very old building. Bed was comfy, tea and coffee supplied with plenty of milk and sugar. Main street it is on is noisy with a McDonald's virtually opposite so noisy till late. Here is a dilemma, the parking outside is pay and display, between 8am and 8pm £2 an hour with a maximum stay of an hour and no return for another hour. I arrived at 6.15pm so how am I going to adhere to these rules? Not the hotels fault but it meant I had to be up and out before 8am. The bathroom taps come off in your hand, and no plug on the side of the room the bed is on so charging your phone overnight is a long distance event. I was on the 2nd floor also which was very strenuous on my little old legs. So a comfortable stay but not great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Bedding was brand new and very comfortable room was small but served it’s purpose close to venue, however window only opened 3 inch and no fan or air conditioning very hot and sleepless night but all in all ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic dated accommodation. No restaurant, therefore no breakfast. We had a midweek stay at a special price, wouldn't have paid the website price. Central for the Piece Hall venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Barrowford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel close to the Piece Hall and Halifax town centre
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service

No frills low price. Just ok

Very basic overnight stay. Rooms very basic but reflected in price. Overall pretty clean, toilet seat badly stained. Very noisy due to late night/early morning revellers. Check in was a grunt from reception and a card reader. Don’t expect frills. Great location though for Piece Hall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to fault with the hotel but the noise outside our room in the early hours woke me up . It sounded like a bin lorry at first but went on for so long thst I think it was a generator or something . Room 204 😩
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rob

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

unsatisfied

Dated hotel with hostel feel to the building. Bed very uncomfortable, bathroom extremely basic and shower of poor quallity and difficult to get good temperature. would not re book.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025