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The Schoolhouse Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Swindon with 2 restaurants

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The Schoolhouse Hotel is near the Museum of the Great Western Railway. Travelers enjoy its two restaurants, spacious outdoor dining terrace, in-room WiFi, free self parking, and grand ballroom for events. The multilingual staff receives consistently positive reviews from guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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Hook Street, Royal wootton Bassett, Swindon, England, SN4 8EF

What's nearby

  • Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Museum of the Great Western Railway - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Wyvern Theatre - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 24 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Swindon Station - 17 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Churchill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Schoolhouse Hotel

Hotel near Lydiard Park
Located close to Swindon Designer Outlet and Museum of the Great Western Railway, The Schoolhouse Hotel provides a terrace and 2 restaurants. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and local meal delivery service
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like sound-insulated walls and WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Foyer
  • The Dining Hall

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1859
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 47.50
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 47.50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 47.50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 47.50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 47.50 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 47.50 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Huawei Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional parking is available for a nightly fee. Vehicles exceeding 3.9 tons (3.5 tonnes) are not permitted.
Property Registration Number LN/003088 NL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Schoolhouse Hotel Hotel
Schoolhouse Hotel Swindon
Schoolhouse Swindon
The Schoolhouse Hotel Swindon
The Schoolhouse Hotel Hotel Swindon

Frequently asked questions

Is The Schoolhouse Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Schoolhouse Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Schoolhouse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 47.50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM– 11:00 PM for a fee of GBP 47.50.

What time is check-out at The Schoolhouse Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 47.50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Schoolhouse Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lydiard Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Swindon Designer Outlet and Museum of the Great Western Railway. Wyvern Theatre and Cotswold Country Park and Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Schoolhouse Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

One night stay

One night business stay, Rural location, unfortunately the restaurant wasn’t open but they offered a slim down evening meal menu which was adequate for one night , very nice breakfast cooked fresh with , helpful owners nice quirky building with a nice history.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Schoolhouse Hotel

A very friendly welcome. Really enjoyed our stay. The food was amazing, and the takeaway breakfast was very tasty. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Character building. Fantastic food. Top notch hostess
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Lovely hotel.

Lovejy hotel. Was made very welcome upon arrival. Was only for one night but I would have been happy to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Rob

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not good service at all

The male manager was completely rude. Threatened to THROW me out and when challenged to do so, backed down. Told me to “stop looking at me like that”. Grow up! The downstairs rooms were ok but the upstairs smelled of damp and there was obvious damp in the stairwell. You have to take your own trash home with you (no bin provided). You MUST eat at his restaurant and you must eat “before you go out”. Yeah he was arrogant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Highly recommend a stay

A wonderful spot. We were welcomed with open arms. The family run hotel has such a wonderful vibe. Felt at home immediately. We opted to have an evening meal as well. The food was very well cooked, well presented and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although I only stayed one night this was enough to understand that the owners really care for their property and this translates to the service given. They were polite and courteous and even remembered our names which is a nice touch. The food we had for dinner and breakfast was also delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful character property offering comfortable, peaceful accommodation and seriously good food - delivered to your room if you wish. Welcoming, quirky and excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and a great base for the area. The building is beautiful, and the rooms comfortable. The hostess was friendly and helpful. We would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Marie France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
La personne qui nous a accueilli était très sympathique mais la chambre est vieillotte, la nourriture moyenne
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everythig was excellent, from the check in, quick and easy. The room was spacious,cleanand tidy as was the bathroom. A wide selection of meals available, mine was delicious and reasonably priced. the included breakfast was again supurb and the checkout friendly and efficient. All in all well worth 5 stars of anybodies money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was clean and tidy. The room had everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not a Travel Lodge

Interesting old building with comfortable rooms. Fabulous dinner and really good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

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

Restful, relaxing stay - a little different

What a great find, tucked just slightly off the beaten track, countryside views surrounding this stone former school-house, peaceful relaxing and welcoming stay, Such a friendly couple, Fred will also keep you company if required :) (family pet). The room has all you'll need, Iron, Kettle, hairdryer, En-suite shower room, chairs, desk, TV. Food is great, i make no exaggeration here, spending my working week up and down the country in various hotels and eateries, the portion is just right, very tasty fresh and healthy. The school-house is something a little different, it's nice but not too fancy, a place to relax and sleep, guests are friendly and pricing is very competitive for the area. I enjoyed my stay and hope to be back when over that way. Thanks for the lovely stay Karen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Out of the way

Lovely out of the way place. Fred (the dog) was very welcoming as of course was Karen. Food was excellent, room very comfortable and service fantastic. Definitely will return when I’m the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Adrian

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

Nice hotel

Old school hotel clean friendly, and great dinner and breakfast, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

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

The Schoolhouse Hotel

We had an excellent experience at The Schoolhouse Hotel. Wonderful dinner and breakfast!! Outstanding hosts and perfectly quiet and comfortable. What could be better?!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

BENNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's challenging to give a rating, because it all depends on what you want. An anodyne Marriott/Hilton experience it ain't, so if that's what you want you will not like it. This is more like a B&B. Charming. Friendly. Memorable. It's not perfect, but all the more lovable for it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

A lesson for the Schoolhouse

They were still recommending use of out of date COVID policies (2 m distance not even 1 m distance and masks). For the first time ever in any hotel, they also wanted the customer to take away their own rubbish. Also, you had to have breakfast in your room, booked the night before. If anyone did have COVID it would be more likely covering the breakfast remains than old newspapers or trash? Restaurant service unavailable?
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Awful attitude from the staff. We did not stay. I booked for an employee and they refused a room without my card, even though I had paid in full for it. Refused to speak on the telephone with me when I spoke to my employee. I had to ring the hotel. Rude, unfriendly and very unwelcoming. I book multiple hotels every week and never have I encountered a hotel with attitudes like this!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

Quirky, time warp or simply run down - you decide. The bar which included the lounge seating was closed. Drinks were supplied to rooms meaning no chance to chat with other guests - or be comfortable. Breakfast was good, evening meal was very odd with Michelin prices. Eat up the road! Easily walkable. Lovely dining room, but cold in February! I was not given the option to review my account, the extras had already been charged to my card. I did get a receipt emailed later.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice area, great owners Food is excellent Hotel part of the facility is a little tired and needs updating I would stay again because of the owners and the food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Lovely peaceful location

Quiet and peaceful location but close to the M4 junction 16. You get a very friendly welcome and nothing is too much trouble. The rooms could use a little updating but they are warm, good size and clean. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the room called ‘Gordonstoun’. The room itself was lovely enough, until we were woken up about a dozen times by rats/mice scuffling around in between the walls and ceiling which was pretty loud. I thought they were going to nibble through the wall at one point. When I messaged the owner via Expedia actually during the stay, they acknowledged that there could be a mouse problem and that they would set traps to prevent the issue going forward, no apology was received for the sleepless night. We didn’t stay for the breakfast as we were so tired from the lack of sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
lovely comfortable room. The only issue was with the shower which was stuck on hot so had to have a strip wash!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

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