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The Goddard Arms

The Goddard Arms

1 High Street , Swindon, SN1 3EG, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

The Goddard Arms

The Goddard Arms is a 3-star hotel in Swindon, United Kingdom, located 0.5mi from the city center. Address: 1 High Street.

Amenities include free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi, plus a restaurant, bar, garden, and non-smoking rooms. The listing also notes adults-only options, pet-friendly policy with extra charges, and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges) along with a bathtub.

Prices start from $125, and the property has 1,574 reviews.

Nestled in Swindon, the Goddard Arms sits just 0.5mi from the city center at 1 High Street, a handy hub for wandering the town. This 3-star stay offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi, plus a restaurant, bar, garden, and non-smoking rooms. An adults-only option is listed, and the property is pet-friendly with extra charges, providing a flexible stay for different travel styles.

On-site dining and social spaces keep things convenient and social: the restaurant on site (Restaurant #1) pairs with a bar and a garden for relaxed evenings. For those planning events, meeting and banquet facilities are available for an additional charge, and a bathtub is noted among the property’s features, adding a touch of comfort after a day of exploring.

Prices start from $125, while the guest book shines with 1,574 reviews. Payment options include cash and major cards—Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, and Bankcard. Pets are allowed (charges may apply), making it friendly for four-legged travelers as well.

Closest airports

Gloucestershire Airport

28.9mi

Bristol Airport

42.4mi

Southampton / Weather Centre

45.4mi

Bournemouth Airport

53.5mi

London Heathrow Airport

57mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Bathtub

Rooms

Superior Double Room in The Goddard Arms

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Superior Double Room

1 King Size Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Twin Room in The Goddard Arms

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Single Room in The Goddard Arms

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Double Room in The Goddard Arms

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Small Double Room in The Goddard Arms

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Small, Double

1 Double Bed

10 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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Superior Ensuite Double Room

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Ensuite, Single

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Ensuite Double Room

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Ensuite, 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

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Guest reviews

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1,574 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Alan

8.2

July 2025

Staff were welcoming and friendly on arrival. Room was fine

The (lack of) an evening meal. One reason I booked this hotel was that they offered dinner up to 2100. Indeed, I booked a table for 2045 which was re-confirmed by the staff when I arrived. I was standing at the bar at 2045 ordering my dinner when a man came out of the kitchen and told the barmaid that the kitchen was closed! No explanation, no food. I find this to be a disgusting way to treat a customer who had pre-booked a table for a set time. Perhaps if this is someone's idea of customer service may I suggest they are in the wrong job!!

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Michael

8.2

May 2025

Traditional old style pub with very friendly staff. The staff really care and want to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Location is great and the stay was great value for money. The car park is also free which is good.

The room looked like it hadn’t been hoovered properly when we arrived. The water temperature in the sink was boiling. I would suggest either fitting a mixer tap or turning the temperature down a little. My partner found it too hot to use. The pub has character due to its age, which is beautiful, but the floor boards squeak really loud every time you walk on them, which you can also hear from the adjoining rooms. Not sure what can be done about that, but late at night and early morning, it was a little annoying. Overall, these are minor things and we would definitely stay here again if in Swindon.

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Stewart

8.2

March 2025

Super comfortable bed, excellent power and temperature from the shower, room clean, breakfast of a good quality. Booked a single room so understandably small but more than sufficient for a single traveller. Old town is by far the best part of Swindon, and the Pub/Hotel is right in the heart of it, Wood street, the main street is literally across the road with plenty of shops and restaurants. the Outlet mall is no more than a 10 minute drive away at most.

Not much at all, parking can be a bit limited on site at busy times so make sure you don't arrive in the peak of pub hours, but you just park behind the pub and register your car with reception to avoid any parking costs, other public parking is available in the area though if you pay at the meters.

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Christopher

8.2

January 2025

Staff were really accommodating, letting us check in earlier than stated and giving recommendations for local eateries. The pub is spacious and drinks were well-priced. Location is ideal for the County Ground and town centre. Parking was limited but free if staying overnight. Room was really warm and bed was comfortable and clean.

It was noisy until the pub shut, not directly from the floor below but from the revellers on the street outside. Our rooms had a very low ceiling, but not all rooms are like this so would be worth requesting a higher ceiling when booking if you are 6 foot plus. Shower took some working out but plenty of hot water.

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Ian

8.2

August 2024

Quiet room at top of hotel was great. Weather was warm but got some sleep with window open. Cool shower was ok after a day at BSB. Central location in the old town was great for drinks and restaurants. Hotel also does evening meal which was also ok.. Hair dryer wasn't working but was fixed while we went out for an evening meal.

As we were there for 3 nights maybe a change of towels would have been appreciated. The beds were never made over the 3 nights we stayed. Breakfast was ok apart from poached eggs on brown bread with no butter. Day 1 they came with butter on white bread. Server said he'd forgot our request. I made own toast and had cold eggs. Day 2 butter on brown bread and eggs were boiled not poached. Again made own toast. Day 3 made own toast and poached eggs were brought separately. Eggs were fine. Result! The reason I can't have white bread or butter is due to severe acid reflux problems.

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Luke

8.2

September 2024

It had an old fashioned charm, which made it quirky. The room was of reasonable size and comfortable enough, wifi was fine. In a nice area of Swindon (a big plus compared to most other hotel options for the town) up in the old town. Beatiful from the outside, and a pretty enough building on the inside too. Near other shops and bars.

The breakfast was not the best. Fairly basic options, and the quality of the sausage and bacon were both obviously cheap. Selection of beer - no real cider options (a surprise for the west country), and all beers were only macrobrewery fayre. Staff were not exactly bad, but not very enthusiastic.

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Pauline

9.1

October 2024

Warm welcome, exceptionally well equipped room, including Nespresso coffee machine, large fluffy towels, high quality toiletries. Nice little welcome pack for the dog. Really clean. Loads of plug sockets including USB, and good, modern lighting. Would definitely stay here again, but maybe go elsewhere for breakfast!

Apart from the gentleman who welcomed us on arrival, (he was excellent), the staff gave the impression visitors were rather a tiresome interruption to their conversations. Breakfast was okay but coffee was cold. £15 supplement for the dog adds quite a lot to tariff.

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Charlotte

8.2

December 2024

Location is great! Bed was very comfortable. Easy access through the pub or outside to avoid going in. Although I have pointed out a couple of negatives below, it is a good value for money stay over.

It is noisy when the pub is still open at night You can hear people talking, the hand dryer in the toilets downstairs, the music the pub is playing. Not very sound proof so bare in mind. Breakfast was okay - arrived at 0930 ( it runs till 1000) there was no coffee left, juice was low and no refills even though there was still 30 mins left.

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Martin

8.2

July 2025

Staff were friendly and welcoming. The inclusive breakfast was good but not special and for some unknown reason the evening meal menu had a lot of items that were not available, we were there on Monday and Tuesday so they could have had a busy week-end and run out of stock.

Avoid booking room 10 as the vents for the cellar cooling are right outside the bedroom window. However, when I complained they moved us to room 1 for our second night which was great

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Ian

8.2

June 2025

As ever, a very pleasant stay. Great idea for a sheet instead of a duvet as an option. Sheet was great on a warm night. Shower good. Plenty space for bike gear. Nice tea tray selection. Great loacation with short walk to restaurants and craft pubs. Also to town gardens. Super if you like rose gardens. A great stroll after dinner.

Only issue was breakfast. Poached eggs came covered in black pepper. However, waitress was great and quickly replaced with clean eggs. Lovely.

Points of Interest Around The Goddard Arms

Attractions

Silbury Hill

10.1mi

Wiltshire Museum

16.9mi

Lacock

17.6mi

Cogges

20.7mi

Highclere Castle

23.7mi

Oxford Covered Market

26.2mi

Balliol College

26.2mi

Trinity College

26.3mi

Radcliffe Camera

26.3mi

Sheldonian Theatre

26.3mi

Bodleian Library

26.3mi

All Souls College

26.4mi

Bridge of Sighs

26.4mi

Magdalen College

26.5mi

Bombay Sapphire Distillery

30.1mi

Restaurants

Amenities of The Goddard Arms

Free parking

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Parking On Site

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Goddard Arms

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Goddard Arms

Is it possible to stay with my pet at The Goddard Arms?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Goddard Arms. Please note that charges may apply.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Goddard Arms?

Your reservation at The Goddard Arms specifies a check-in timeframe of 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM, and a check-out deadline of 11:00 AM.

Does The Goddard Arms come with parking?

Yes, there is parking available at The Goddard Arms. The parking is free and conveniently located on site. However, reservation for parking is not possible as it is public parking.

What are the rates at The Goddard Arms?

For stays at The Goddard Arms, prices generally start at $125. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.

What are the room types available at The Goddard Arms?

The Goddard Arms hotel offers a variety of rooms including Twin Rooms with 2 twin beds, Single Rooms with 1 twin bed, Small Double Rooms with 1 double bed, Superior Double Rooms with 1 king size bed, and Double Rooms with 1 double bed. All rooms are non-smoking and can accommodate 2 adults. The room size for all room types is 11 sqft.

Where can guests find entertainment in The Goddard Arms?

At The Goddard Arms hotel, guests can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities and dining options. The hotel offers adult-only accommodations, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere for guests. The bar on-site is a great place to unwind and socialize with other guests.

In terms of dining, Restaurant #1 is available at the hotel. Guests can enjoy delicious meals without having to leave the premises. Unfortunately, no other information is provided about the restaurant.

Overall, guests at The Goddard Arms have the opportunity to make the most of their stay by taking advantage of the leisure amenities and dining options available at the hotel.

Are there restaurants located within The Goddard Arms?

There is no information provided about the number or names of restaurants on site at The Goddard Arms hotel.

Which payment methods are supported by The Goddard Arms?

The Goddard Arms accepts cash as well as Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Maestro, and Bankcard for payment.