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The Vale Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute walk to Thames River

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Cocktail bar
Rooftop terrace
Cocktail bar
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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32 High St, Swindon, England, SN6 6AY
  • Place, Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Swindon Designer Outlet
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Westonbirt Arboretum
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Swindon

At The Vale Hotel, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Thames River and 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Cotswold Country Park and Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .The fine-dining restaurant, Jicsaw Thai Restaurant, serves Thai cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Bar32 is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Enjoy access to bike hire and archery. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a free manager's reception. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Swindon hotel include Wyvern Theatre and Swindon Designer Outlet.

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Arlington Row - 17 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 32 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 55 min drive - 77.6 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 20 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Strawberry Thief - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Blunsdon Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Vale Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, 6-minute walk to Thames River
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Vale Hotel also features a rooftop terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-in.

This Swindon hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Vale Hotel offers 12 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desk chairs. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Bar32
  • Jicsaw Thai Restaurant
  • Vale Grill

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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 cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Vale Hotel Hotel
The Vale Hotel Swindon
The Vale Hotel Hotel Swindon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Vale Hotel?

The Vale Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Vale Hotel?

No, The Vale Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Vale Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Vale Hotel?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Vale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 152 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the moment we arrived at The Vale Hotel, we were made to feel completely at home by the wonderful young owners. Their warmth and genuine hospitality set the tone for a perfect stay. Our room was absolutely gorgeous—beautifully designed, spotless, and incredibly comfortable. Every facility was impeccable, clearly cared for with pride and attention to detail. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and we will definitely be returning. A truly fantastic stay from start to finish!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great service and good value for money! Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely and ideally located place to stay with plenty of amenities around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean A

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A quirky place. Mark is very friendly, but keeps a tight ship. It is small and he seems to be the hotel staff, so check in is exact: not before17.00 unless by asking. It is dog friendly, but only in 2 rooms. The highlight was the superb restaurant Jambo with a strong Kenyan influence. Outstanding There is also by repute an excellent Thai restaurant out the back, but unlike Jambo not dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MS H J

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient in Cricklade. Nice room. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT, WOKINGHAM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice little hotel, friendly staff and clean. Plently of sockets to charge your devices and good wifi. Spacious but cosy room. Bathroom could do with a light above mirror and hook on bathroom door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, nice staff, will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David c Middleton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place , good breakfast next door
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was very happy with my stay. First it was good value and although there’s no on site parking, there was a free car park just around the corner. The staff were friendly and my room was a decent size, temperature and with a comfy bed/pillows. It was well equipped and had good water pressure in the shower. It was also clean. I also ate my dinner here and the steak was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Scooby

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself looked lovely and i was looking forward to the stay. So..... the room I was allocated wasnt even finished, the radiator was leaning up against the wall not connected. The sink was fitted but no taps or plumbing connected . There was a kettle and tea coffee sachets etc provided, but no sink water to fill the kettle. The single room window was broken letting in a draught and the mattress was probably the most uncomfortable i have ever tried to sleep on. Lumpy as anything . I stayed there as i was working nearby that night. I received a missed call and a text message from the hotel saying that checkin closed at 9pm and they were now presuming i was not staying. Quite impressive when i checked in and was given my key at 17:10. It might have been just my bad luck to get a room that wasnt even finished, but in that case why rent out a room to a guest knowing it wasnt ready / fit to be used ? Overall a very disappointing experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good location, clean comfortable room. Friendly staff check in. As listed be aware no breakfast and a metal spiral fire escape to leave in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, but room and bed very small.

The place was clean, but many issues that did not make the stay great. Many light switches not working, light on top of stairs not woking (HS issue). No door on toilet, lack of personal privacy for us and bed way too small and room very small. Check in times are very strange, no breakfast. They were 4 in a bed winner with previous managers. Defenitely not now.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for a stay in the area. Very well run, friendly and amazing value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ceara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean rooms. Staff was helpful and pleasant. Surrounded by plenty of places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to find at the T-juction at the top of Calcutt Street. I actually parked in Calcutt Street for free as there are some spaces there. There's also a free car park very close by. The hotel is in a great location on the High Street. I had a single room, number 2, lovely and clean and a really comfy bed. Kettle, tea, coffee and milk pods provided. I didn't need an evening meal but plenty of places nearby to eat out or Tesco Express if you want a snack. Same for breakfast the next day (I went to The Cricklade Club, excellent). Despite the room looking out onto the main road, the traffic noise is not a problem as there are 2 sets windows and shutters plus curtains. It is made very clear that check-in was between 5pm and 9pm was was no problem for me, straight into the pub and up to the room. To enter and exit outside of pub hours there is a metal spiral staircase. Again it is made very clear when booking that if you have mobility problems this may be an issue. I exited after heavy rain and although the stairs were wet they are well designed and were not at all slippery. Decent handrail in place. I would definitely return and would highly recommend.
Looking up Calcutt St
Room 2
Bathroom
Looking out Room 2
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

giselle

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

Fantastic hotel, great staff and comfortable stay.

I stayed here for a night by myself on way to work. Really warm and efficient welcome on a wet and rainy night. I checked into a fabulousy clean and well appointed bedroom with a lovely view down the road. The room had wooden shutter and curtains which really kept out the light and sound and I slept like a log. It was exceptionally clean, lovely comfortable bed and at £42 a night was an absolute bargain. I had a quick glass of wine in the bar and met a lovely fellow guest who stayed there a lot due to work. Shower was powerful, there was a hairdryer, tv and also plenty of tea and coffees available in the room. The owner was friendly, really relaxed atmosphere and an easy departure the next morning. I’ll be back again. Keep up the excellent work. Thanks for letting me stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingibjorg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host, dinner in their restaurant excellent. Can tell food is made from scratch. Lovely flavours, both the slow cooked beef brisket and the chicken curry. Room was immaculately clean, nice thick towels and soft bedlinen. I have managed branded and non-branded hotels so can tell when a room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pity about the roadworks!

The room was fine for the price. Parking was on the street behind a short walk away. The exit was down a narrow spiral staircase, quite scary with a suitcase. My stay was ruined by the roadworks right outside the bedroom window, they stopped digging at 10pm! Unfortunate timing. Noisy traffic too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025