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Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns Alton , Alton (Hampshire)

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About the Hotel

High Street, Alton (Hampshire), United Kingdom, GU34 1AT

Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns is set in the historical market town of Alton, Hampshire, with origins dating back to 1554. This iconic building serves as a welcoming hub for both leisure and business travelers, offering charming accommodations and a variety of amenities. Guests can enjoy a selection of traditional and contemporary dining options paired with fine ales and wines. The hotel also provides easy access to local attractions, including Jane Austen's Cottage, enriching visitors' cultural experiences.

Location

Conveniently located on Alton's main street, the hotel offers easy access to major routes, including the A31. It is situated less than 2 miles from Jane Austen's Cottage, a popular tourist attraction and museum. The surrounding town provides various shops and facilities, enhancing the visitor experience. Additionally, the Watercress Train Line, known for its connection to Thomas the Tank Engine, is nearby.

Rooms

Each guest room features modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Larger than standard accommodations, these rooms offer both space to relax and areas to work. En-suite bathrooms come equipped with essential toiletries and a bathtub. The hotel's décor blends contemporary style with historic charm.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's intimate restaurant serves a seasonal menu highlighting well-cooked dishes, from comforting pub classics to mouth-watering burgers and steaks. Dining is available daily until 22:00, and guests can indulge in various hot drinks, including options with and without alcohol. The establishment also offers special deals for occasions such as Father's Day, providing a range of delectable meals.

Leisure & Business

Swan Hotel is equipped with amenities to support both leisure and business needs, including free car parking and Wi-Fi. The property also features a beer garden, making it perfect for relaxation during warmer months. Families are welcome, and disabled access is provided throughout the hotel. Children's high chairs and a plug socket availability enhance convenience for guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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22 m² 
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1 Double bed
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22 m² 
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18 m² 
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Getting around

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City Center
Alton (Hampshire)700 ft
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 28.5 mi
London Heathrow (LHR) 41.4 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

High Street, Alton (Hampshire), United Kingdom, GU34 1AT
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High Street, Alton (Hampshire), United Kingdom, GU34 1AT
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
convenient location
ample parking
slipping standards
dining delays
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
6.7
Location
7.0
Service
7.7
Dining
5.3
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 3 reviews
3.5/5 based on 557 reviews
7.8
7.8/10based on 1594 reviews
#1 of 3 hotels in Alton based on Tripadvisor
Jennifer
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.2/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the middle of the high street, offering convenience and ample parking, but there have been some slipping standards. The rooms are small but recently upgraded, with a comfortable bed, though could use better ventilation. The service was excellent overall, especially during Christmas, but there were some hiccups with the scrambled eggs. The location is ideal for access to shops, the railway station, and other amenities, though traffic restrictions can be inconvenient. The dining options were somewhat lacking, with delays and limited choices, but the Greek traditional products were satisfactory.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are small and airless but have a comfortable bed and recent bathroom upgrade.
Service
8.0
The service was very good, especially during Christmas, but there were some issues with cooking scrambled eggs.
Location
8.0
The hotel is excellently located in the middle of the high street with ample parking, although standards have slipped over the years.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had some issues with delays and limited offerings, but the Greek traditional products were decent.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory for a comfortable stay.
convenient location
slipping standards
Peter
United Kingdom, November  2023
6.4/10

The hotel has a lovely decor in the rooms, but lacks privacy during housekeeping and the inconvenience of no Wi-Fi despite prior requests. The service is friendly, especially Darryl at the reception and during breakfast. The location is noisy without A/C but convenient for local attractions. The dining experience falls short with delays and limited items. Overall, a decent stay with some ups and downs.

Rooms
7.0
I appreciated the well-decorated rooms, but the surprise housekeeping visits before checkout were inconvenient.
Service
8.0
The staff, especially Darryl at the reception and during breakfast, were very welcoming.
Location
6.0
The location is convenient for local attractions, although the noise without A/C can be bothersome.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had some hiccups with delays and limited availability of items.
Facilities
6.0
Limited facilities but provided the essentials for a comfortable stay.
John
United Kingdom, May  2023
6.2/10

I had a mixed stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and warm, with a tall bed and snuggly duvet, but they were extremely hot which impacted my sleep quality. The room looked a bit smaller and tired, and unfortunately, I had noisy neighbors who decided to party for nearly 2 hours, making it hard to relax.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were comfortable and warm, with a tall bed and snuggly duvet, but were extremely hot. They were a bit smaller and looked tired.
Service
7.0
The service was a mixed bag. Some staff members were very pleasant, while others seemed run off their feet. However, the housekeeping and welcome drink were nice touches.
Location
7.0
The location of the hotel was good enough, especially being close to visit Jane Austen's house and the Watts gallery. However, I was initially given a stuffy awful room right up in the eves of the hotel, but after my husband complained, we got moved to a better room.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs. The food was cooked to order, but a bit cold. Although the breakfast buffet had access to cereal and toast, the continental breakfast selection was lacking on Saturday and Sunday, requiring multiple requests for basics like milk, coffee, bread, and marmalade, with considerable wait times.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were okay, with helpful and friendly staff overall. However, there were some tubes laying around in the bathroom, which was a bit off-putting.
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