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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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Cocktail bar
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite
In the heart of Cotswold Country, The Vale Hotel offers a tranquil retreat near Thames River. Savor Thai cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or enjoy scenic views from rooftop terrace. With free in-room WiFi and bike rentals available, this hotel is perfect for those seeking adventure and relaxation.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Swindon, The Vale Hotel is in the historical district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Cotswold Country Park and Beach, while Wyvern Theatre and Museum of the Great Western Railway are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Westonbirt Arboretum.
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32 High St, Swindon, England, SN6 6AY

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 near Thames River
Located close to Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Swindon Designer Outlet, The Vale Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a free daily manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, children's meals and Thai cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Wedding services, a reception hall and outdoor furniture
  • A TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Is The Vale Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Vale Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Vale Hotel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Vale Hotel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Vale Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Vale Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Thames River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Wyvern Theatre. Swindon Designer Outlet and Museum of the Great Western Railway are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Vale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 128 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

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good value for money in a lovely town (village really).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique modern room in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

Natalie

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is lovely. Mark makes you feel so welcome. The food was lovely… curry and steak were delicious. Great place, well organised and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
There wasn't much hot water when trying to shower, couldn't open the window in my room so got very warm managed to find a fan which then helped, was located in good area for where I needed to be
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

6/10 Okay

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I booked this for my son for a night but he was disappointed at the size of the room which was very small and bed was not big enough or comfortable for him as he is 6’5. No hot water from taps or shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice surroundings friendly staff excellent food options
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Annaliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here. Staff were very friendly and very welcoming to both my dog and I. Great experience, lovely area and hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place great food and amazing staff. Very comfortable bed large room. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

manjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, great host
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Romeo

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Great stay

Very good place for the price. Staff were very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Amenities
Nice and clean hotel in a good location. Great village with a few more pubs to visit. Good welcome by the manager and to top it off the best pint of Guinness in Wiltshire. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A cracking little pub and hotel. Beer is great Food is great Rooms well maintained and decorated well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024