The Cross Keys

8.2Very good1,529 reviewsSee rooms

Guest house

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Bar
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms

About this place

Charming Inn with Modern Amenities Garden and Terrace: The Cross Keys boasts a picturesque garden and a relaxing terrace, perfect for enjoying a peaceful retreat in Saffron Walden. Cozy Rooms with Essential Amenities: Each room at The Cross Keys is equipped with a desk, TV, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Delicious Dining Options: Guests can indulge in a scrumptious Full English/Irish breakfast at the on-site restaurant and bar, adding a delightful culinary experience to their visit. Ready to experience the charm of The Cross Keys? Book your stay now and enjoy a relaxing getaway in Saffron Walden!

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6 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Superior Double Room 30 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Deluxe King Room 40 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Double or Twin Room with Shower 25 m²2 × Twin beds, Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Double Room - Ensuite 25 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Double Room - Ensuite with Shower 25 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Superior King Room 45 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Food & drink

Restaurant
Bar

Services

Laundry
Daily housekeeping

Outdoor

Garden
Terrace

General

Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
32 High Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1AX, United Kingdom
0.3 km from the center of Saffron Walden

Questions about this stay

Quick answers from the information this property gives us.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 16:00. Check-out by 10:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.

Guest reviews

8.21,529 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.

Cleanliness7.9

Service7.4

Location8.9

Room quality8.4

Amenities7.9

Value for money7.9

Food and drink8.9

Live
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
8.0
+Perfect location for my business stay.
−Could hear traffic outside.
kim
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
10.0
“Thoroughly enjoyed it Safron Walden is a lovely town, i visited the museum which was brilliant and t”
+Very friendly staff, breakfast included in price was excellent, my room was lovely and bed and bedding very comfortable, fantastic location, beautiful historic building.
−Nothing
stephen
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
9.0
+Location, lovely breakfast, served by a happy lady
−Bar could do more non- alcoholic drinks, like zero wine or fizz
steph
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
10.0
“Wonderful place to stay to visit Saffron Walden, cosy and welcoming and will be coming back!”
+Lovely building full of character, great location and cosy for a glass of wine in the evening. Delicious breakfast and felt very comfortable staying on my own. Staff were lovely and welcoming.
−Room was a little chilly but the little heater worked really well to heat the room.
Alison
United Kingdom · Group of friends · October 2026
5.0
+Attractive building.
Richard
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
7.0
“Mixed stay”
+Nice refurbished old inn with great food.
−The rooms were quite small and quite cold. The radiators didn’t work although we belatedly found an oil fired mobile one with a wobbly wheel….felt like we were in a rental let ! Also the main bathroom light was out At night we weren’t told that there was a night entrance and that the door to the pub was locked until 7:30 when we needed to get down quick for breakfast as we had a flight to catch
phillip
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
6.0
“Needs some love”
+The staff and breakfast are brilliant can't fault them at all. The location is perfect and a short walk from the car park that is reasonably priced.
−The beds in room 3 are to hard. The room decorating is very tired. Big holes in wall in the bathroom under the towel rail. When we flushed the toilet a sewage smell came up through the shower plug hole. Window catch broken. Can't get to the plug sockets next to the bed without moving the bed or the bedside cabinet.
Adrian
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
9.0
“Good n bad service.”
+Great location and close to centre. No parking but large carpark 3 mins away and with cctv. Breakfast was lush and two ladies running it at very polite.
−We arrived and went out for tea and stretch h our legs. Came back just after 8pm and wife went up to room. I was going to get two drinks to take to room as night cap, only to be told no beers on tap as cleaning pipes n seemed pleased I could not get a drink as they shut at 9:30. Should have stayed at local Wetherspoon only down road. Disappointed with this as I was willing to spend money in there own bar.
Kristy
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
9.0
“Friendly, characterful and comfortable place to stay. Very good value and great location.”
+the manager kindly upgraded us, as he had a suit free a very spacious and characterful room. The bed was very comfortable and sheets excellent. We had supper in the bar - and the food was good - the warm roast vegetable salad and sweet potato fries are particularly to be recommended.
−Slight mix up and delay at breakfast - but nothing major and quickly sorted out.
Sanne
Netherlands · Solo · October 2026
8.0
“Excellent stay”
+Wonderful hotel, really cosy, great atmosphere, very comfortable and beautiful. The breakfast was excellent!
−We stayed at The Cross Keys on a market day and unfortunately there was quite a lot of noise from cars early in the morning because of that.

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 16:00 · check-out until 10:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

6 room types

Superior Double Room

Deluxe King Room

Double or Twin Room with Shower

Double Room - Ensuite

Double Room - Ensuite with Shower

Superior King Room

What this place offers

Internet

Parking

Food & drink

Services

Outdoor

General

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Is parking available?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews