The Vale Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Thames River

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November 2025
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December 2025
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.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Reception fireplace
  • Corner/local shop
  • Wedding services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Reception hall
  • Bike hire
  • Archery

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free parking nearby
  • Children's menu
  • Corner/local shop
£71
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
32 High St, Swindon, England, SN6 6AY

What's nearby

  • Swindon and Cricklade Railway - 6 min drive - 5.8 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
  • Arlington Row - 19 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 54 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 74 min drive
  • Kemble Station - 19 min drive
  • Swindon Station - 20 min drive
  • Swindon (XWS-Swindon Train Station) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Strawberry Thief - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Blunsdon Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Vale Hotel

The Vale Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Thames River. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Jicsaw Thai Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Thai cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free off-site parking within 328 ft
    • Street parking available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Archery

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Bike parking
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 10 steps to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Jicsaw Thai Restaurant – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in Thai cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Vale Grill – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and only serves dinner. A children's menu is available. Open selected days.
Bar32 – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

The Vale Hotel Hotel
The Vale Hotel Swindon
The Vale Hotel Hotel Swindon

Frequently asked questions

Does The Vale Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Vale Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Vale Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Vale Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Vale Hotel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Vale Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery.

Are there restaurants at or near The Vale Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Thai cuisine.

What's the area around The Vale Hotel like?

The Vale Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Thames River and 3 minutes' walk from Thames Path.

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