Swallow Churchgate Hotel Harlow, Harlow ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Churchgate Street Village - Essex, Harlow, United Kingdom, CM17 0JT

Swallow Churchgate Hotel is set within a historical Jacobean building located in the conservation village of Churchgate Street, near Old Harlow. The hotel features traditional design, lush gardens, and a large indoor swimming pool, creating a serene atmosphere for guests. Notable for its blend of modern conveniences with classic charm, it offers easy access to London and local attractions. Regular trains to central London enhance its appeal for travelers seeking a countryside retreat with urban connectivity.

Location

Swallow Churchgate Hotel is situated just 12 miles from the M25 and 12.5 miles from London Stansted Airport. The local area is accessible with regular train services from Harlow Town into central London, enabling guests to explore the city easily. The hotel is located close to local attractions, including the Tudor House Gallery and Cotswolds, providing options for sightseeing. The village amenities, including a pub, are within a short walking distance.

Rooms

Each bedroom at Swallow Churchgate Hotel is traditionally designed with modern en suite bathrooms. Guests can expect amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a TV, and tea/coffee-making facilities in the rooms. Some accommodations feature queen or king-size beds, ensuring a comfortable stay. Additional conveniences like a trouser press and ironing facilities are also available to enhance the guest experience.

Eat & Drink

The Manor Restaurant serves a diverse à la carte menu that combines British and Continental classics. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy al fresco dining on the garden terrace, enhancing the dining experience with views of the gardens. The hotel's bar overlooks the gardens, providing a relaxing spot to unwind. Dining offerings include packages that feature dinner and breakfast, showcasing the hotel's culinary capabilities.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts a comprehensive leisure center, including a large indoor pool, sauna, and spa facilities. Guests can also find a small gym and beauty treatment options available during their stay. Spa packages are offered, featuring treatments that must be pre-booked prior to arrival. The property caters to both leisure and business needs, providing space and amenities for various functions.

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City Center

Harlow4300 ft

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 10.9 mi

London City (LCY) 23.7 mi

Metro stations

Epping 6.3 mi

Theydon Bois 7.8 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Indoor parking lot

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour room service

General

Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box

Services

24-hour room service
Laundry

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning

Location

Churchgate Street Village - Essex, Harlow, United Kingdom, CM17 0JT

Map view

Churchgate Street Village - Essex, Harlow, United Kingdom, CM17 0JT

City landmarks

Parks

Harlow Town Park

2.1 mi

Garden

The Gibberd Garden

1.2 mi

Harlow CM17 0HE

Harlowbury Chapel

4000 ft

Museums

Harlow Museum and Walled Gardens

1.6 mi

Mulberry Green House Mulberry Green

Cotswolds, Mulberry Green

2300 ft

Church

Harlow Baptist Church

4000 ft

Longman Theatre

3200 ft

Broadway Theatre

The Victoria Hall Theatre

3500 ft

Harlow War Memorial Institute

3800 ft

Sarah Flower Adams

4000 ft

Sheering Hall Ringwork

1.5 mi

Market Square

Meat Porters by Ralph Brown

4400 ft

Roman Columns

4500 ft

Maypole Sports & Social Club

1.0 mi

38 Newton Dr

Pishiobury Park Mansion And Attached Offices And Garden Walls And Norman Gateway

1.7 mi

Church

Church of St Mary the Virgin

1.3 mi

Roman Temple Site

1.2 mi

Harlow Falconry

1.2 mi

Harlow Mill

2.0 mi

Solo Flight

1.3 mi

Harefield Church

1.4 mi

Edinburgh Way Town Park

Pets' Corner

2.2 mi

Contrapuntal Forms

1.6 mi

Harlow Leisurezone Car Park

Energise by Clare Bigger

1.6 mi

Stow Snooker Club

1.6 mi

Baptist Church

1.8 mi

The Presbytery Howard Way

Our Lady Of Fatima R C Church

1.7 mi

Cineworld

1.8 mi

Church

Church of St Mary Magdalene

1.9 mi

Nearby

Church

St Mary and St Hugh

800 ft

Restaurants

Doorstep Caterers

700 ft

19 Churchgate Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

value for money

maintenance issues

dark rooms

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

6.4

Location

6.6

Service

8.2

Dining

6.4

Dick

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.6/10

Despite the slightly tired look of the rooms, the hotel offers a great discounted rate for a cozy stay. The service is top-notch, particularly accommodating guests in need. The location, while in a nice area, falls short on maintenance. Dining experience is satisfying with a good variety of quality food. Overall, a decent option with good value for the money.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit tired but clean and comfortable, albeit dark.

Service

9.0

The service was professional and accommodating, catering well to various guest needs.

Location

6.0

The location is attractive and clean but let down by maintenance issues like threadbare carpets.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was satisfying, offering a good selection of quality food.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are decent with satisfactory dining options and attentive staff.

friendly staff

maintenance issues

Gary

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located in Old Harlow, close enough to the main road for easy access to explore Essex. The rooms are clean and tidy, equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, an iron, and a hairdryer. The service, despite some issues with cleanliness, was friendly and helpful. The location is attractive and clean, but the changing facilities are a letdown. The dining experience offered a good selection of hot and cold buffet options, but the hot choices were average. The facilities need some maintenance and improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and tidy with tea making facilities and essential amenities.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and helpful, but cleanliness could be improved.

Location

6.0

The location in Old Harlow is attractive and clean, but let down by the changing facilities.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had a good selection of buffet options, but the quality was average.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need maintenance and improvement.

Mike

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel had rooms with the same dirty standards, feeling small and cramped, but equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. Despite being very warm, they were quiet. The service was exceptional with friendly and charming staff, especially the ones organizing room service and handling complaints with charm. The location was lovely, newly carpeted, and attractive, although let down by smelly changing facilities. The dining was satisfactory with room-delivered tea and toast setting a good start for the day. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small and felt cramped, but had tea and coffee making facilities. They were very warm but quiet.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with friendly and charming staff, especially those handling room service and complaints with charm.

Location

8.0

The location was lovely, newly carpeted, and attractive, but let down by smelly changing facilities. It was peaceful yet with easy access to the main road.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with the hotel offering room-delivered tea and toast for a good start to the day.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but with some room for improvement.

Richard

United Kingdom, September 2023

5.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite a mixed experience. The rooms were in a disastrous state with dated decor and uncomfortable heat, making it hard to enjoy the leisure facilities. The service, however, was exceptional with charming staff who worked hard to resolve any issues. The location was nice but had some maintenance issues, and the dining experience was hit-or-miss.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were extremely disappointing, with dated decor and uncomfortable heat from the fan heaters. They were unclean and un-serviced, making the stay quite unpleasant.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly charming and helpful, especially the ones who organized room service and handled complaints with grace.

Location

5.0

The location in Old Harlow was nice, but there were maintenance issues like threadbare carpets held together with duct tape throughout the hotel.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had a good selection with reasonable quality components, but the buffet-style setup led to lukewarm food and overall poor quality.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities, especially the pool area and gym, were not up to standard and did not enhance the overall stay.

Jeffrey

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.2/10

Despite the dated decor and heating issues in the rooms, the hotel offers a comfortable stay with a pleasant pool complex. Staff were friendly and helpful, but language barriers may pose challenges. The location is peaceful with easy access to explore Essex, though some maintenance issues were noted. Dining options were decent, especially for the price paid.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very comfortable, featuring a four-poster bed and a jacuzzi bath. Some areas had dated decor and uncomfortable heat from the fan heaters.

Service

7.0

The service was good and the staff were friendly, although language barriers were encountered at times.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was very peaceful, allowing for easy exploration of Essex. Some maintenance issues were visible, such as threadbare carpets and duct tape repairs.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was passable, offering budget cafe-style options that were satisfactory considering the price paid.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a decent selection of facilities, with a pleasant pool complex and basic amenities. Some maintenance issues were noted, affecting the overall experience.