The Cross Keys

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

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Double Room, Ensuite (King) | Bathroom
Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl) | View from property
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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32 High Street, Saffron Walden, England, CB10 1AX
  • Market Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bridge End Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Audley End House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (King_Sup)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Sup)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (DblL_Eesbath)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Dbl_Twn)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Saffron Walden

At The Cross Keys you'll be within steps of Market Square and Church of St. Mary. Highlights at this inn include free breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find an outdoor tennis court. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Saffron Walden inn include Audley End House and Imperial War Museum Duxford.

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bridge End Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saffron Walden Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Audley End House - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 12 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Temeraire - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beefeater - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zafferano Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cross Keys Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Cross Keys

Inn with free breakfast, near Audley End House
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Saffron Walden inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cross Keys offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa and Mastercard.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Cross Keys?

Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cross Keys on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$216.33, including 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 a free airport shuttle available at The Cross Keys?

No, The Cross Keys does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Cross Keys?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cross Keys?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cross Keys?

No, pets are not allowed.