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Saracens Head Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
A room with rows of white chairs with bows, a table with a floral arrangement, and a large arched window.
Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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High Street, Dunmow, England, CM6 1AG
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Crazy Dog Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Saracens Head Hotel

This inn features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, a coffee shop/cafe and wedding services. Housekeeping is available on request.
Saracens Head Hotel offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Dunmow inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Saracens Head Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Flitch Way Country Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include newspapers, meeting rooms and a conference centre
  • 10 minutes on foot from Flitch Way Country Park and a 3-minute drive from Crazy Dog Field
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dunmow inn.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.50 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Saracens Head Great Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel
Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow
Saracens Hotel
The Saracens Head Hotel Great Dunmow, Essex
Saracens Head Hotel Dunmow
Saracens Head Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel Inn
Saracens Head Hotel Dunmow
Saracens Head Hotel Inn Dunmow

Saracens Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 517 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay overnight before an early morning flight from Stansted, thanks 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great place to stay in Great Dunmow … very good food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms and food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay with colleagues for office party - great food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late and checked in. Staff were friendly. The room was very nice, especially for the price. We had a drink and a bite to eat in the bar, which was busy and a lovely atmosphere. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really friendly checking in and the room was clean, quiet and comfortable for relaxing. Even had a rubber duck for the shower!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless , staff very helpful, food great thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, food was hot, staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Maud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, the rooms are spacious and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome on arrival, great staff serving in the bar and dining area and good food at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night when flying from Stansted. Great hotel. Easy free parking. Great staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe car park right outside and a very comfortable room at an excellent price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff, comfy bed and a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Short staffed but those that were there were good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel very convenient for airport and much nicer than an airport hotel. The food was lovely and the reception very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. The reason for giving 4 /5 stars was that they didn't serve food at 8pm when we arrived... They decided to stop serving sure to having few guests. It wasn't a major problem as there are lots of places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The room was very clean and the female receptionist was incredibly helpful and welcoming. A credit to the place. Only thing that stopped it from being 5 stars was lack of info at breakfast. We ordered and only became aware that there was bread, juice and other items available when we saw the waitress carry them away at the end of breakfast. It wasn’t visible from where we sat so a heads up would’ve been helpful. Still would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff Cozy, warm and clean. Usually stay once a year when i travel up from Kent, but been twice in 2months. Back end of the year.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kaaren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the decor good and interesting pictures. The food in the restaurant was excellent. The only negative from my husband was that there wasn't a shaver socket in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa Welch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay all round . Breakfast was exceptional. Accommodation lovely . Beautiful old inn . Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

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

Great place to stay and eat

Really nice rooms, nothing missing or broken or bodged up, like most on-the-cheap-end hotels. Food was amazing, both evening meal and breakfast. Staff were friendly and attentive. ~Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025