THE KINGS ARMS, Swindon – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodation
The Kings Arms offers 17 hotel rooms, including 15 en-suite and 2 with shared facilities. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. Room rates start from £40 per night and include breakfast with full English or continental options. Note that music plays until 3am on weekends due to the onsite music venue.
Dining & Bar
The restaurant serves traditional English food with modern twists, using Wiltshire produce and South Coast seafood. The bar features one of Swindon's longest mahogany tops, serving 15 draught ales, lagers, ciders, and cocktails. Food options range from sandwiches to Sunday roasts, with 2-for-£12 cocktail deals until 9pm daily. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the bar area.
Function Spaces
Three function rooms are available: the Ballroom (capacity 100 standing/50 seated) with wood paneling and private bar, the Grill Room for sit-down meals up to 30 guests, and The Snug with sofas and real fire for small groups. All spaces can be themed and catered for weddings, conferences, and private events.
Location & Access
Located at 20 Wood Street in Swindon's Old Town, opposite Lloyds TSB bank. The property is 2.5 km from Steam Museum, 2.5 km from Swindon Designer Outlet, and 6 km from Lydiard Park. Free private parking is available behind the hotel. Check-in is from 2pm to 10pm, check-out by 11am.
Hotel Facilities
Free WiFi throughout the property, Sky Sports and TNT on multiple TVs, terrace seating, and a late-night music venue operating until 3am on weekends. The hotel is 50 km from University of Oxford and 60 km from Gloucestershire Airport. Free parking is available at the rear of the building.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- Night club
Room features
- Terrace
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV