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The Cross Keys

3.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, near Audley End House

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Restaurant
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
32 High Street, Saffron Walden, England, CB10 1AX
  • Market Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Saffron Walden Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Audley End House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (KING_SUP)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (KING)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (SUP)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (DBL_ESBATH)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (DBL)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (DBL_TWN)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

The Cross Keys places you next to Market Square and Church of St. Mary. This 10-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast and a restaurant.
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What's nearby

  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fry Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bridge End Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Saffron Walden Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Audley End House - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Elsenham Station - 13 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Duke of York - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Temeraire - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waffle and Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪the Railway Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Goat - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Cross Keys

Inn with free breakfast, near Audley End House
Free WiFi in public areas and an outdoor tennis court are featured at The Cross Keys. You'll find limited parking.
Recreational amenities at the inn include an outdoor tennis court.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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/debit cards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers limited 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/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near The Cross Keys?

This inn is located in Saffron Walden, just steps from Market Square and Church of St. Mary, and within a short walk of Bridge End Gardens. You'll also find Saffron Walden Museum and Fry Art Gallery less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cross Keys?

As of May 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cross Keys on May 22, 2025 start from $153.03, 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.

Is there parking available at The Cross Keys?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Cross Keys include a casino at the property?

No, The Cross Keys doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Cross Keys?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Cross Keys?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include separate bathtubs and showers.

Does The Cross Keys have a hot tub?

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

Does The Cross Keys feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Cross Keys serves free breakfast from its restaurant.

Will The Cross Keys allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cross Keys.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cross Keys?

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

What is the closest airport to The Cross Keys?

The closest major airport to The Cross Keys is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 13.6 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is located 17.8 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Cross Keys?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Cross Keys.

The Cross Keys Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 141 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

2/10 Terrible

John

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

Never again

No heating no food service at 20.30 but said 9 bar closed early so no drinks at 22.30 shocking rude bar staff (not interested bad attitude)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old historic building with lots of character. Room large, bed comfy, coffee machine and biscuits but no bottled water. Good shower, good breakfast included cooked to order. Staff friendly and helpful. WiFi rubbish, TV not great but was cool that it was hidden in the panelled wall. Short walk to paid parking. Overall a positive stay, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Shelley

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

Hotels.com

I'm sure it would have been a lovely stay if Hotels.com had actually booked the hotel for our weekend stay but when we arrived the cross keys hadn't received the booking from Hotels.com
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff members excellent. Lighting in bathroom was poor 2 lights not working did report this. Cups in bedroom not changed or cleaned over 3 day stay. Food was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ideal quiet position in town centre so easy to walk or use buses nearby.Very old building so stairs awkward (There could be a reminder on website when booking). Shower easy to use; ceiling above showing water damage stains. It was useful to have a stand for unpacking suitcase. Bed comfortable; bed linen crisp, clean and ironed. Lighting good; a welcome tray of teas, coffees, biscuits topped up daily. TV set on a slant on wall due to structure of building? Breakfasts good, portions generous; vegetarian options tasty; I would welcome some fruit and yoghurt choice too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amylouise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Will be back again soon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Shame

Check in was poor, got ignored by staff gossiping, looked at me 5 times and decided ignoring me was the best so I stood there for about 5minutes. When a waitress already running around after clients saw me she came over and got someone to help me, she was helpful, manager came over and they had computer issues which apparently I wanted to know all about. Just very unprofessional. Room was adequate but small and not value , price is only for the old building. Room was adequate but bathroom wasn’t that clean. All toiletries were one use which isn’t green. Best experience was breakfast where young guy on duty was very good with all the guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service

Great food average accommodation.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were allowed to leave our cases while went to music festival in towm. Staff were more than helpful. Breakfast was superior
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Derek

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Comfortable stay near the Fry Gallery

Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room and bed. Quiet night. The stylish roll top bath needed a stool for access by customers with old joints!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karmel

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

Highly recommended

Lovely room and ensuite - very clean comfortable and beautifully decorated. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Liz

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

Your very best earplugs required

20 unanswered phone calls and 3 unanswered emails before my stay to sort out appropriate rooms. Unbelievably noisy superior room next to high street traffic. Moved to another noisy ( but not so noisy) and hot room. Had to request refund myself as it was not automatically forthcoming. A further 6 unanswered phone calls to do so and several emails. 10 days later sorted out by Wendy. Inadequate management
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

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

Good location

The location is excellent but remember there is no parking at the hotel and hard to drop off your bags in the car as narrow street right outside. Keep this in mind if you have a lot of luggage or disabled. Hotel and food great. Getting a coffee or drink when breakfast was busy proved hard and we had to ask 3 times and took longer than it took to eat breakfast. Over all a great location and so don’t be put off. Maybe have a filter coffee machine and then could top up yourself
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Liz

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Incredibly noisy Hopeless management
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024