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The Cross Keys

Property class: 3

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A rustic dining area with wooden beams, a table, chairs, and a chandelier.
The Cross Keys Hotel with a traditional Tudor-style facade, featuring exposed timber framing and a prominent sign above the entrance.
A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden vanity with a sink, and a shower area with tiled walls.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a shower area, and a wooden floor.
A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of bottles in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Double Room, Ensuite (Dbl)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (DblL_Eesbath)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Double Room, Ensuite (DblL_Eesbath)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Sup)

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a tufted armchair, and patterned wallpaper.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Sup)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (King_Sup)

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a nightstand, a chair, and a large rug.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (King_Sup)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Dbl_Twn)

Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a red lamp on the nightstand.

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Dbl_Twn)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (King)

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a shower area, and a wooden floor.

Double Room, Ensuite (King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find an outdoor tennis court. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Saffron Walden inn include Saffron Walden Amazes and Fry Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of St. Mary - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Common - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bridge End Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Audley End House - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crown - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waffle and Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Goat - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Cross Keys

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Saffron Walden inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

MastercardVisa

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Cross Keys family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor tennis court, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Cross Keys is a hit with families.

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

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cross Keys on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$234, 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.

Does The Cross Keys serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is offered at The Cross Keys.

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.

The Cross Keys Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 204 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location , parking good , superb breakfast always a a warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Atanaska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, definitely had character
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little overnight stay in my home town but visiting with my husband from Ireland for a funeral. Room was lovely, great coffee machine and modern en suite. Breakfast options looked amazing but we had to leave early to get to London so just enjoyed the cereal and croissants and coffee to go.☺️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, full of character and olde world charm. Great value meal in the restaurant downstairs on a Thursday evening, accommodating dietary needs including gluten free. The breakfast was delicious and exceedingly generous. Saffron Walden is an attractive small town with pretty buildings, history and green space.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miss D W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very comfortable and we had a lovely meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved quirky old hotel. Good rooms, right in the heart of Saffron Walden. The food was excellent and the service from Jim and Luka was exceptional. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crawford

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, excellent breakfast! Great location but no parking because it’s an old historic building. Room was spacious with a huge clawfoot bath and walk-in shower. Room was not warm enough for us (winter) but the fan heater helped. We enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really superb hotel that was fantastic value for money. We had a Superior Double room that was spacious and very comfortable. Excellent en-suite with very good toiletries and motion sensor lighting. Even the toilet roll was top quality, something that many chains get wrong. The breakfast was outstanding and all staff were very friendly. Only thing to note is that it's a very old building on a busy road, so there is some traffic noise, but we're not light sleepers, so not a problem for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krystyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. Staff in the pub were lovely and very welcoming. A great place to stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

STACEY

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

Great place to stay

We loved Saffron Walden, the hotel location and staff. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good selection of spirits, staff very friendly and lovely breakfast. Room 6 is lovely just let down by renovations needed in the bathroom i.e. shower curtain required and as per photos.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic property in the heart of Saffron Walden with bags of charactrr and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely nice hotel with a lot of character. One of our top hotels in our 30 trip to England
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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

1 night away in Saffron Waldren

Great 1 nighter Very quirky pub hotel with bags of character
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous room with a roll top bath that I took full advantage of! Sunday roast dinner and full English breakfast were great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A fabulous place to stay

Amazing and great value lunch, a fabulous breakfast, staff were all lovely and helpful, car park not on site but this was not a problem as the nearest is a few minutes walk away and not too expensive ( download the app for ease) free WiFi and a comfortable bed with a lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've always wanted to stay here and it didn't disappoint. Really friendly service, comfortable room and had a great vegan option for breakfast which is usually very difficult to find! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean spacious room. We were in room 8 in the barn. I'm not a fan of the open bathroom with opaque door to the toilet butva screen was a desirable addition. Most staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful; clean and quiet and very good breakfast. Beautiful town with plenty to do.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

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

Just spot on

Excellent all over. Fabulous food Fabulous room Spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

Great pub atmosphere

Great little place to stay with a lovely pub atmosphere. Food and drink were bith excellent, as well as the breakfast, and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent character and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were all very good and helpful. We changed rooms as the first one was at the front and the road noise was horrendous! The second room was a bit quieter but the bed wasn’t as comfortable. Not sure I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amylouise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Will be back again soon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024