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The Vale Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Thames River

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Front of property
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

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

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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 Swindon Designer Outlet and Wyvern Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Swindon and Cricklade Railway - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lakeside Ski & Wake - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Wyvern Theatre - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 13 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 19 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Strawberry Thief - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Vialottie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tawny Owl Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Vale Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick 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

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. 70 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 129 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stylish room with wooden beams. Convenient for all amenities. However, there were a few issues, such as no door on the toilet and a lot of the lights weren’t working.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

The bathroom smelled, quite strongly of mold/mustiness.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Wonderful Inn and Restaurant

Owner checked me in, really lovely guy. Very friendly and helpful. Room nice and comfy. Restaurant downstairs had a special on, so i had a sampling of the goat and the venison curry. Best I've ever had. Owner also pours a mean Guinness. I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

Great single room

Lovely welcome and great room- perfect for solo travellers at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a find! I booked at the very last minute - literally an hour or so before arrival - and feel I was very lucky to have chosen The Vale. The welcome was warm and friendly, the people are lovely, the room was a bijou but beautiful single (I was travelling as a lone lady with her dog) and spotlessly clean. The food is an interesting fusion of Indian and Kenyan (with standard fare on the menu too) and it was absolutely delicious. All cooked freshly from scratch on the premises. Cricklade is a lovely place - very friendly - and on the Thames Path. I walked downstream to Castle Eaton, had lunch in the pub there, and walked back - that's about 9 miles in total. There's another village upstream with a pub that's about the same distance, so two nice but not taxing day's walks are easy to do. The Vale is a real gem - a genuinely friendly, welcoming place where everyone talks to everyone else, and they love dogs too. I hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay and if visiting the area would definitely book to stay at the Vale, we had a great night with locals and other quests and were made very welcome, nothing was too much trouble, Thank you team Vale
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Just ideal for a whistle trip. Not to expect much as you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was rather small - the only complaint but it is a very old building.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diya

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

10/10 Excellent

DAVE

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

Excellent stay.

i was given a warm reception on arrival and this theme carried on throughout my three night stay. The room i was allocated was excellent, clean, warm and spacious with a ensuite shower and plenty of storage space. The bar / restaurant area was a pleasure to enjoy the food was outstanding and the company likewise. It is a long time since i have a enjoyed such a warm atmosphere and will be returning again when i am in the area, thank you Mark.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area/ property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Diabolical customer service

Didn't even stay, due to Manager's rudeness!!! Do not stay here!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Well worth the price

Mark was friendly and accommodating … excellent stay bed was so comfy slept like a baby ! Only making people aware that if mobility is an issue , I can be difficult . But fantastic stay and will definitely book again if in the area ! Lovely little village with a stunning breakfast around then corner at The cricklade club !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
It was easy to book and checking in was easy once I found the right phone number. I had many emails confirming booking and one of the phone numbers listed took me to an irate gentleman who had not been involved with the hotel for 2 years. Need to check that all numbers are valid. The room was very nicely furnished and presented but the blind was impossible to raise so no natural daylight available. I cant comment on the catering as none was available over Christmas and this was made clear at the time of booking, so all fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anvin Andrews

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic time this weekend! All the staff were warm and made us feel very welcome. Our room was very warm, with a lovely shower and comfy bed. The food was absolutely delicious! Over the course of the weekend we ate in both restaurants. Both restaurants were top notch! Thank you very much for having us, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mr. Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very friendly and pleasant staff. Nice little hotel for a one night stop. Unfortunately breakfast is not provided and the Cafe in the village/town I was told I could use has closed down. breakfast was a cold sandwich from Tesco. Not the best start to the day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024