The River Guardian
The River Guardian, Colnebridge Close, Staines-upon-Thames, TW18 4RZ, United Kingdom- Sculpture
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Luxurious Riverside Victorian Inn
Situated in Staines overlooking the River Thames, The Swan offers a charming stay with home-cooked meals and elegant rooms. The rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and some boast stunning river views.
Culinary Delights and Scenic Dining
Indulge in a full English breakfast and classic British dishes at the stylish on-site restaurant. Sip on local ales while enjoying the picturesque riverside terrace for a truly memorable dining experience.
Convenient Location for Leisure
With Thorpe Park just 2 miles away and Windsor, Ascot Racecourse, and Twickenham Rugby Stadium within easy reach, The Swan provides a central base for exploring nearby attractions.
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Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
14 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Bunk bed (Variable Size), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
24 sqm
River View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
12 sqm
In-room amenities
1 Double Bed
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
15 m2
In-room amenities
1 Double Bed
129 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
12 m2
In-room amenities
1 Double Bed
237 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
22 m2
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
Welcoming and excellent service throughout. Will use again.
Friendly staff, lovely location and views are stunning. Breakfast is sensational.
Parking can be tricky but we were lucky.
Pretty much everything. The location is excellent for Heathrow arrivals or departures. It's in a beautiful, peaceful setting right on the Thames, the staff were uniformly helpful, considerate and accommodating. If we ever make it back to England, we'll start and end here.
Personeel was heel vriendelijk. Leuk oud gebouw waarin alles schots en scheef is, onze kamer liep enorm schuin af. Restaurant was ok voor één avond. Ontbijt was heel goed
Het bed was erg smal en er stond een zeer penetrante luchtverfrisser op de kamer die echt te proeven was. Hebben we maar snel op het balkon gezet
Lovely views and surroundings. Excellent service Lovely food.
Bigger room, bit more space
Die Zimmer waren außergewöhnlich sauber, modern eingerichtet und boten eine wunderbar entspannte Atmosphäre, in der man sich sofort wohlfühlt. Besonders begeistert hat uns das Frühstück: eine große Auswahl, frische Produkte und liebevoll angerichtete Speisen, die jeden Morgen zu einem kleinen Highlight wurden. Insgesamt ein rundum angenehmer Aufenthalt, den wir sehr gerne weiterempfehlen.
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Location and cleanliness. Staff were very helpful!
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Lovely comfortable hotel ,very cosy & friendly helpful staff
Nice old pub by the river. Well maintained and lots of character. We stayed in three different rooms which varied quite a lot. The larger room was very comfortable with lovely views over the river. Staff were helpful and friendly. Lots of breakfast options. Decor in all rooms was great.
Smaller rooms ok for overnight but for a few days it was a bit tricky accessing luggage as we had to put cases under the bed as there was very limited storage or floor space. These rooms were also quite hot but we did stay at the end of a particularly warm period. Fans were however provided which helped.
Location. Staff. Good food and drinks.
Bit hot in the room but with an older building it’s hard to get AC.
Position was great staff were helpful and so friendly
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Everything as I wanted and needed it to be xx
Nothing .. down to earth clean and friendly xx
Enjoyed our stay here, staff were really friendly, food was good and location was superb. Excellent location for Heathrow, booked a very early morning taxi that the hotel recommended and again service was excellent, regular communication from the driver arrived on time and the driver was pleasant. This was our first stay here and will return when flying from Heathrow.
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We loved the restaurant and river views. The friendly and helpful staff were great. The breakfast menu was one of the best we have experienced in the UK for variety and very nicely presented. We also liked the choice of lighter meals. Good value for money. Thank you!
The room was very small and there was no view from the windows. But okay if you were looking for a cosy room. We accepted this as it was a very fair price. The shortage of parking might have been an issue but we were lucky and found spaces. The parking permit system and 4 hours free is very good for a London suburb. Thank you.
Location by The riverside
Shortage of parking
The Swan is a piece of paradise just outside London. The people there are super kind, food and drink are just perfect.
Everything
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Lovely hotel and great staff, the food was also good. Location and atmosphere was great helped by the weather.
Nothing all very good.
We love this property. The location is Central to walk around the town where there’s loads of shopping. This was our third day here and we will always go back. The staff are absolutely wonderful thank you for a fabulous stay!
We traveled up from Harleyford to Staines on a friend’s boat .. we booked 4 rooms and the rooms were absolutely stunning… so impressed with everything about this hotel … staff , location , both dinner & breakfast … 5 star at sensible rates
Location
Cramped. Floor was sloping. Poor lighting. Tiny bathroom sink. Matress was smaller than bed frame and way too soft.
Perfect
Well situated and wonderfully decorated
A lovely stay with a fantastic atmosphere We really enjoyed our time here. The bar is fantastic — well stocked, great drinks, and a gorgeous outside area where you can sit, relax, and enjoy some food. The rooms are on the smaller side, but they’re beautifully decorated and very clean, which made for a comfortable stay. There is outside parking available, but you do need to arrive early to secure a space.
Outside the hotel itself, there really isn’t much to see or do, so we probably wouldn’t travel specifically to stay here again.
Wir haben dort auf einer Rundreise für eine Nacht haltgemacht, um Hampton Court zu besuchen. Bei dem warmen Wetter war es wunderbar, auf der schönen Terrasse am Fluss sitzen und abendessen zu können. Unsere Zimmer waren sauber und gemütlich eingerichtet, eines hatte einen kleinen Balkon. Beim Frühstück gab es eine große Auswahl. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend.
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What a fab stay at The Swan. Room was stunning, really well equipped, great location. Staff were lovely and food superb! Brilliant
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The room was spotless, bed linen good quality, beautiful balcony overlooking the river, we could not have asked for more. All the staff were exceptionally helpful. The food was excellent
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NO A/C OR COOLING IN THE FACILITY. IT WAS GETTING HOT ON THE TOP FLOOR
Very comfortable room with river view. Delightful staff. Good breakfast choices well cooked.
Room and breakfast both exceeded expectations
We always stay at the Swan when we come to Staines, as it is close to where I used to live and all my friends in the area, as well as being close to Heathrow, where we always fly out of. The location is beautiful, right on the river and a quick 15 minute walk into all the shops and restaurants Staines has to offer. The breakfast is great, and the staff are always helpful and friendly. There are nice river walks in the area as well.
We have always felt our stays have been good value for money, however, this time we found it to be quite expensive for two nights, more than 50% more than the last time we stayed. Also, due to the increasingly hotter summers, I recommend they invest in air conditioning as it was stifling hot at night, and the two fans in our room didn’t seem to make a difference.
Excellent location with beautiful views over the river. Be sure to reserve a table on the restaurant terrace ahead of time. Room was spotlessly clean and well maintained. Great value for money.
Booking a table for the evening took a little chasing. In hindsight, would have just been easier to call.
Beautiful spot, clean, great food, great beer, staff were super friendly!
Nothing!
Close to city centre, food is good
Check in staff was grumpy and rude
The setting of the hotel is delightful and we experienced very personal service from a professional and engaging team. The food was also excellent and fair value. We will return.
Location was lovely
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Location, comfortable, great gathering areas, nice restaurant and bar
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nice hotel good value v friendly and helpful staff
noise
It was such a pleasant stay. The hotel and staff were lovely. We really enjoyed our night. The breakfast was delicious and the rooms were clean and comfy. The location on the river was stunning.
Nothing.
Potentially lovely room with bay windows overlooking the river.
Unable to cope with the heat wave. VERY hot with locked down windows.
Great location
Amazing location beautiful room with balcony over the Thames 40 mins on train to central London
Bar area very loud at night
Great to be right on the riverside, hotel was very clean, staff were very polite and professional, rooms were very comfortable great nights sleep, drinks were a bit pricey, but overall enjoyable stay.
Drink prices
Most wonderful location!
I liked everything
I thought the full place was lovely. The next day we got breakfast and there were so many options. I was really happy with this place and I'd recommend it to anyone
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Everything, in particular Setting and food
We were in room 12. Very cosy but it had everything we needed. Private balcony overlooking the river. All the staff were friendly and attentive. The food in the restaurant was delicious but be warned the portions a quite large. We both slept really well. The bed was very comfortable. The breakfast options were good. I had cereal, fruit and a Danish pastry, all delicious. My husband had a full English cooked breakfast, which was freshly cooked, hot and tasty. We will definitely return.
Nothing.
The Inn was absolutely delightful. The facility was charming. The service was incredible. The food was excellent. It was the BEST fish and chips we’ve ever eaten!
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The location on the river, close to the town centre. The staff were really friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was super. The bar was under the room but there was hardly any noise, didn't disturb us at all. Would definitely recommend and visit again.
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Hyvä sijainti viettää yö ennen aikaista lentoa. Viihtyisä vanha rakennus.
Jonkin verran yöelämää iltaisin rannassa.
Fantastic staff in a Fantastic location
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Friendliness of team, especially Elisa. Quirkiness of rooms - all spotless
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Konumu ideal. Staines e çok yakın. Sessiz bir lokasyon. Egham a da ulaşım olanaklarına çok yakın.
Tesis çok eski. Odada yerler ses yapıyor.
Beautiful location on the river Thames. Only a 15-20 min walk to bus stops and train stops. Water pressure was great, staff was very kind and welcoming. Pub was never a disturbance to our evenings. Overall great stay!
Amazing location near the river with an amazing pub downstair
No air condition, in summer I think the room could be too hot
Great little hotel with so much charm and character right by the river. Room was very comfortable with large bathroom. Staff were very helpful with organising a few things for us.
Great quality breakfast
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Charming and helpful staff, beautiful old building in beautiful riverside location, large comfortable room (even though I was in one of the smaller “cosy” rooms, it was still a generous size), delicious breakfast.
I would have liked to stay longer.
The place, the decor, the staff , the food, the scenery
Limited Parking...I know its out of your hands really .
I had room number 11 and it was stunning. I had a full 9 hour sleep, much needed after a very long day
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Everything was so amazing. The pub and rooms are absolutely spotless and very nicely decorated. The staff were all very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The food, especially the breakfast was very good. We will definitely return.
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Location. Views. Food. Staff.
6 nations rugby not being shown even though this was advertised outside:
The breakfast was great. The view of the river was different at each time of the day. I liked the homey English inn quality of the rooms and the dining area. The staff was super helpful and everything was easy. I would gladly stay there again when work takes me to Staines.
Looking for an alternative to generic airport hotels for a quick one-night stay and this was perfect. Lovely historic feeling to the place, and very comfortable. Wish we could have easily gotten there from Heathrow via public transport, but that's certainly not their fault - and the staff was so lovely about offering to order us a taxi (which was cheaper than Uber) the next morning.
So quaint, old, full of character & charm with its slightly sloping floors! Warm & cosy. Fabulous huge & comfortable bed. Makes it an extra special stay! Our bedroom overlooked the Thames, magical. Dining room overlooks the river too. Wonderful breakfast, large choice & quite delicious ! Lots of thoughtful special touches too, top class tea & coffee machine in room,lovely toiletries. Landlord Paul and his deputy ( apologies I didn’t catch her name) could not be more welcoming and helpful. Such a jolly friendly people! Every need accommodated for, even a rather strange request ! Great location, short stroll into town. We liked Staines. Lots on offer. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Nothing.
Great place with great staff.
Step back in time but enjoy the present!
Lovely position, attentive staff and management - good menu, excellent beers; comfortable rooms. We look forward to spending another break there.
we were upgraded to Indulgent Room over looking the Thames - very appreciative of this gesture - clean and comfortable and very welcoming.
breakfast was OK but lacked finesse. - buffet breakfast lacked variety and very fresh bread.
This was such a wonderful stay.. in every regard. The room was fantastic, overlooking the river. Great beds and charming decor. The staff were so great, they were all so kind and welcoming. The breakfast and dinner great! Thank you for lovely time. Kindest regards, Malin
I liked everything! ☺️
Cosy, clean place at the city limits, close to Heathrow airport, by the river. Classic old hotel from the 1700s. The restaurant serves tasty food at affordable price. Liked the place highly recommended.
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Great hotel! Good proximity to Heathrow. No problem parking. Loved the pub and views of the Thames. Lovely suite, very clean and comfy. The drive to the airport can be tricky though especially in rush hour so give yourself extra time.
The room was decorated to a good standard, good amenities and a modern bathroom. Great breakfast options. Lovely riverside location
The hotel is old and quirky, the floor in our room was not level and not comfortable to walk around. The pillows were too hard to the point we didn’t use them- as we were only staying one night it wasn’t a big deal. We knew parking wasn’t available at the time of booking, the property could really benefit if this became an option.
If you are looking for an authentic traditional accomodation ivo London (Heathrow), you will find it here. It's a really lovely old hotel with an amazing river view, cosy room, excellent food and very friendly, attentive staff. I absolutely enjoyed my stay. Thank you! London and Windsor were easily reached by train.
Breakfast was great.
Liked everything about the place.
We absolutely loved this hotel. Lovely room with a beautiful river view. Comfy bed, well stocked room. Every member of staff we came into contact with was friendly, welcoming and helpful. Great breakfast menu as well as a continental buffet.
All of the staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Comfortable, clean and convenient. Staff helpful and friendly as always. Will be back - again!
Food was excellent and I appreciated the flexibility to allow us to store our baggage well before check in
The floor of the room we stayed in sloped downwards a bit towards the river. Made us feel off balance until we got used to it.
Really lovely pub-hotel in the middle of Staines. Cosy, comfortable, movie-like hotel. Great view to the Tames at 15 minutes from LHR Terminal 5
Rooms too hot even for autumn. Floor makes to much noise both inside and outside of the room
Great location on river, nice staff
Location is great and the breakfast was wonderful, superbly cooked by a lovely chef.
The room had everything as expected, and was very clean and tidy. The food was good - standard pub fare with good ingredients. I had an amazing view from my room and from the restaurant. The ease of access to walk along the Thames was fantastic.
Not much - there were fireworks in the area that were loud in the evening, but I know its not unusual for this time of year.
We booked this on the spur of the moment, everything about the Stay was excellent, really cannot fault the Hotel at all. Great Room 6...loved the bath, the room had such a cosy feel. Staff were all great. Food was exceptional .
Location view staff room.s nice
Bar pricey food selection x
Really lovely staff - welcoming and helpful. Comfy bed and nice and quiet. Lots if charm and good views. Loved the breakfast.
Pillows were firm for me, but I'm fussy with pillows. Not a problem for us, but it is over a pub, so you'll obviously get some noise until pub closing.
Perfect location . Friendly staff, super clean & modern room.
It was so warm and inviting, clean and had everything you need for a stay. Location was great and the service was excellent.
There isn’t anything not to like.
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Cleanliness
9.25/10Multiple reviews mention that rooms were clean and tidy.
Service
9.25/10Guests frequently praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.25/10Convenient location near Heathrow and with nice views of the Thames.
Room Quality
8.75/10Rooms received positive remarks for comfort and charm, though some concerns about quirks.
Amenities
8.75/10Amenities were mentioned positively, with several breakfast options highlighted.
Value for Money
8.75/10Overall value described positively, with affordable food options noted.
Food and Beverage
8.75/10Food received praise for quality and variety in reviews.
Overall Experience
9.25/10General sentiment across reviews showed high satisfaction with the stay.