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29 Aug - 30 Aug
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4 Sept - 6 Sept
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Thaxted family-friendly hotels

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a building labeled "The Swan Hotel."
A cozy restaurant interior with a wooden bench seating area, wooden tables, and rustic decor.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, floral wallpaper, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub.

1. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns
Dunmow
  • Charming family hotel offers free rollaway beds, cots, and peaceful garden play area for kids at historic Swan Hotel in Thaxted.
£59
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns
A room with exposed wooden beams, two armchairs with floral cushions, a round mirror, and a green door with a 'G' sign.
A bar with a chalkboard menu listing gin and spirits.
A dining area with wooden beams, teal upholstered chairs, and a wooden table set for a meal.
A room with rows of white chairs with bows, a table with a floral arrangement, and a large arched window.

2. Saracens Head Hotel

Saracens Head Hotel
Dunmow
£59
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Saracens Head Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.
A shower with a handheld showerhead and three bottles of body wash and shampoo.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern lounge area with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a wooden table, and a patterned carpet.

3. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Braintree
£51
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Children watching a soccer game on a television.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall mural of a beach scene.
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central round table surrounded by chairs.
An outdoor patio area with multiple wooden tables and blue umbrellas.

4. Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport
Stansted
  • The family adventure awaits near Mountfitchet Castle, complete with complimentary cots and entertainment for all ages.
£89
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Novotel London Stansted Airport
A brick building with a sign reading "The Cricketers Arms." It features outdoor seating with tables and chairs, a wooden deck, and a small wooden structure with windows.
A bedroom with a white ornate bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden bench, and a white wardrobe.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mirror, a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items, and a chalkboard menu for a supper club.
A bar with multiple taps, a cash register, and a variety of bottles in the background.

5. The Cricketers Arms

The Cricketers Arms
Saffron Walden
£90
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Cricketers Arms
A bar area with a 'Welcome to The Black Horse' sign, shelves of various liquor bottles, and a bar counter with glasses and a cash register.
A mirror with a gold frame reflecting a window with a view of a grassy area and a picnic table. A small framed picture hangs on the wall.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a door.
A bathroom with a star-patterned floor, a white sink, a toilet, and a glass shower enclosure.

6. Black Horse

Black Horse
Buntingford
£102
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Black Horse
A wooden playhouse with a slide and climbing net, surrounded by trees and mulch.
A garden with a large tree and a planter with yellow flowers.

7. Deluxe 1 Bed Versace Hottub Skytv

Deluxe 1 Bed Versace Hottub Skytv
Saffron Walden
£153
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Deluxe 1 Bed Versace Hottub Skytv
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area with two cars.
A modern shower with black tiles and a glass enclosure.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, chrome faucet, and a toilet.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

8. B&B Hotel Cambridge South

B&B Hotel Cambridge South
Cambridge
  • Family paradise with cosy rooms and fun for kids—this hotel offers easy access to Imperial War Museum and parks for memories.
£53
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
B&B Hotel Cambridge South
A wooden playhouse with a slide and climbing net, surrounded by trees and mulch.
A luxurious bedroom with a patterned wallpaper, a large bed with white linens, and a fur throw.

9. Deluxe 1 Bed Versace HotTub SkyTV

Deluxe 1 Bed Versace HotTub SkyTV
Saffron Walden
£153
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Deluxe 1 Bed Versace HotTub SkyTV
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, toilet, and vanity.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a bed with a blue blanket, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a radiator.
A traditional thatched-roof building with a sign reading "The Red Cow."
A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a staircase, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

10. The Red Cow Inn

The Red Cow Inn
Royston
£107
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Red Cow Inn
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Top Thaxted Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good
"Fine for a overnight stay before a holiday Quiet room too Staff all fine and helpful"
Lydia 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

8/10 Good
"A great city stay with very helpful staff"
Chris 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Conveniently close to airport and bus stop"
Krystal 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Just lovely"
Phoebe Eva 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

8/10 Good
"Good location very helpful staff"
Sergio 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

10/10 Excellent
"Very helpful staff, food was lovely would definitely stay again"
Toni 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"It was short walk from the train station and like 50 minutes from London. The restaurant in the hotel is pretty good and the bus to colchester city center is pretty good. The hotel was clean and check out was pretty easy as well."
Ravinesh 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

8/10 Good
"The hotel and stay was really nice. Clean and the staff are really nice. The only thing I would say is the parking charge of £10 a night seems a bit much. Also £16 for breakfast. Bit they are the only things. The hotel is lovely."
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

What's Thaxted like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Thaxted is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The excursions and restaurants are just a couple of things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Take to the air and fly into London (STN-Stansted), which is the closest airport, or Cambridge (CBG), which is located 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Thaxted?
Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns is an inn with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Thaxted?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Thaxted is 689 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Thaxted?
While you are holidaying in Thaxted, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Market Square and House on the Hill Toy Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Braintree Village and The Henry Moore Foundation.

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