The Cross Keys

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Cross Keys in Saffron Walden offers four-star comfort with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, work desk, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, which serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails in a traditional and romantic ambience. The restaurant caters to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Leisure Facilities: The inn features a garden, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, bicycle parking, and paid parking. Convenient Location: Located 22 km from London Stansted Airport, The Cross Keys is near attractions such as Audley End House (2 km) and Stansted Mountfitchet Station (16 km). Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the property and the attentive staff.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

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2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We understand the hotel has recently changed hands and they are yet to put right the lack of illumination on the iron staircase to our rooms. Staff were very accommodating.”
Philippa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was perfect for our stay. The food was to a very high standard. The beds were really comfortable and amenities in the rooms offered everything you could need. The best part of the stay for us was the staff, especially Yasmin who from the...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent service, very comfortable, quiet room. Good food served hot, good beer served at the correct temperature!”
Lesley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful historic pub. Very helpful staff. Lovely comfortable room with everything we needed. Excellent breakfast choices.”
Brewer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff very friendly and professional, special mention for Luca who was very attentive throughout our dinner service”
Kirsteen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Central location, friendliness of staff, comfortable room, cooked breakfast, great pub dining, free drinking water in room. Gluten free ready available.”
Nicholas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely atmosphere, friendly helpful staff,excellent food.”
Vivienne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very characterful inn. Very cosy room. Porridge for breakfast.”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Easy location in the middle of town. The staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Nina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely place to stay, friendly and helpful …and we were made to feel very welcome. Breakfast was also fabulous. Highly recommend.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Cross Keys
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Cross Keys takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Cross Keys in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.