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Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns

3.0 star property
Inn in Alton with a restaurant and a bar

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Desk, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns welcomes guests with practical amenities including in-room WiFi and luggage storage. The cozy bar provides a perfect spot to relax, while the banquet hall accommodates special events with ease.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (for 3) | Desk, free WiFi

Family Room (for 3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Alton, Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Downs National Park and Home Farm, while Curtis Museum and Jane Austen's House Museum are cultural highlights. Birdworld and Aldershot Lido are also worth visiting.
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High Street, Alton, England, GU34 1BA

What's nearby

  • Church of St Lawrence - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Anstey Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jane Austen's House Museum - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Blacknest Golf Club Limited - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Gilbert White's House and Garden and The Oates - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Alton Station - 9 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ivy House (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ten Tun Tap House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Eight Bells - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swan Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bakers Arms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns

Inn near South Downs National Park
Consider a stay at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns and take advantage of a bar, a business center, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Swan Alton
Swan Hotel Alton
Swan By Greene King Inns Alton
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns Inn
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns Alton
Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns Inn Alton

Frequently asked questions

Is Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns located?

Situated in Alton, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Curtis Museum, Allen Gallery, and Church of St Lawrence. Anstey Park and Jane Austen's House Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Alton Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 513 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Anne

Looked on car park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of booking in, friendliness & helpfulness of the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in centre of town and easy parking at rear of hotel. Dinner here was excellent and good value for money. Our room was a good size and nicely decorated. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would just say the hotel could do with a paint refresh, but it is an old building
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Swan in it

Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very old and interesting and in a great location to walk to town facilities, the park and river.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff & room, nice evening meal & generous breakfast. Mandy, the Manager, was very informative & welcoming. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter Nicholas

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

Overnight at The Swan. Alton.

The Hotel condition and food and staff were all excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zowie

Liked: Amenities
Loved the hotel, very quaint. Crisp & very clean! Staff was friendly & helpful. Central & convenient to where I was going!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

RICHARD

Liked: Staff & service
On arrival we entered through the rear door from the car park. There was a strange smell in that lobby. The staff were brilliant and made us welcome, but the hotel really needs a makeover. The food was good and well served. The outside of the property needs some attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shielagh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Amenities
Very nice establishment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel with great staff. No air conditioning which is a challenge in very hot weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

The property is getting tired the staff and food were very good . The room was very hot fan provided was very poor .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

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

First time in Alton

It was exciting to be staying in an historic hotel. I was comfortable with the fan that was provided given that the UK was experiencing a heatwave when I stayed. A staff member was on hand to assist me with taking my suitcase up the two flights of stairs to my room. The restaurant was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
Average for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with our short stay here as we required somewhere to sleep after a wedding that was nearby. We booked 2 rooms for our family and both were very spacious and clean. The staff were very helpful and thought we’d missed the breakfast after getting up late but were able to still get brunch!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sipho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

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

Overnight stay

Very nice hotel , staff lovely , food good , room nice , pillows uncomfortable , large shower head dirty and mouldy .Hotel needs a lick of paint . Did enjoy our stay and Alton lovely place , very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

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

OK for short stay

Good check in. Receptionist very helpful. Room was adequate & clean. Comfortable bed. As it was hot we had windows open but kitchen smells came in. Restaurant had run out of some items for dinner & buffet breakfast ran low toi as only one member of staff. But sensible prices for drink/food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Harland

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Historic comfortable 3 star Hotel in the centre of town with friendly staff and good value meals
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A decent place to stay. Excellent value for money. Comfortable beds. Lovely bathroom. Very clean. Bring your own toiletries, which I always do. There is a hairdryer. We ate in the pub, the food was lovely. The staff are very pleasant. We will return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

comfortable stay in this old quirky hotel

Always like staying in this hotel with a maze of corridors and levels and quirky features such as the uneven floors due to age. Rooms are always clean and well-presented with the only drawback being a lack of a simple thing as a box of tissues. Skipped the breakfast option on this occasion (£12.50) but I have eaten there and the food is very nice (inc. the breakfast options !).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant value for money, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good facilities including parking and dining. We could check in a bit early and staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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