What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Thaxted?

A motel is a good option if you're gearing up to road-trip around Thaxted. These getaways are typically found near major roads and airports, feature on-site parking and have basic services and amenities. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and welcome amenities like a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay more for hotel accommodation.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Thaxted?

Book in at Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport and jump-start your day with a free breakfast. Located in Thaxted, this 3-star hotel has room service and dry cleaning and laundry services. Or remove the stress of looking for a place to eat every morning at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport, an IHG Hotel , another top pick with visitors here.

What 3-star hotels in Thaxted have an on-site restaurant?

Reserve your room at DeSalis Hotel London Stansted and dine without leaving the convenience of your accommodation. A garden and front desk services are two other handy amenities at this standout 3-star retreat in Thaxted. Want to refuel after an exciting day of activities and sights? Browse the menu options of the on-site restaurant at Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport , which also comes with free internet services and free WiFi.

Do any 3-star hotels in Thaxted have WiFi?

Take advantage of the WiFi at Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport and easily share your incredible pictures of Thaxted. DeSalis Hotel London Stansted is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to get online during your holiday. WiFi may be included in the price of the room or offered for an extra charge, so remember to check before booking.

What 3-star hotels in Thaxted have parking?

Our top recommendations are DeSalis Hotel London Stansted and Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport . Both these 3-star stays in Thaxted offer parking, making it simple for you to jump behind the wheel and explore. Searching for some sightseeing opportunities beyond the city? Jump into your car and hit the highway. Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are two leading day trip options from central Thaxted.

Do any 3-star hotels in Thaxted have rooms with a kitchenette?

Whip up quick and convenient meals in between sightseeing tours at The Old Bell Hotel . Located in Thaxted, it's among our most popular 3-star stays that offer rooms with kitchen equipment.

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Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched).

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family.

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly.

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Relaxation comes easy in 3-star hotels in Thaxted. Besides cosy surroundings, these more cost-effective stays include a host of welcome amenities like WiFi, tea and coffee maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with upmarket features such as a spa centre, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and larger accommodation. No matter your hotel style or budget, Expedia has what you're searching for.

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