Swan Hotel by Greene King Inns
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Located on Alton’s lively High Street, nestled within one of its oldest buildings, The Swan Hotel is an ideal spot to experience Hampshire’s attractions.
The Swan Hotel Alton near Farnham and Basingstoke, is loacted in the Hampshire town of Alton with easy access via the A31 making it an ideal base if visiting Farnham, Aldershot, Winchester, Basingstoke. The Swan Hotel dates back to the 16th century and was a main stage on the old London to Southampton coaching route, and the Swan Hotel has been catering handsomely to passing traffic since the 16th century. Tradition has it that the poet Edmund Spenser, Sir Francis Drake, Queen Elizabeth I and the Earl of Essex all broke their journeys here. Another famous guest was Lord Nelson. Our guests include many people of sense and sensibility that is to say, devotees of Jane Austen, who make their pilgrimage to her cottage in the Chawton, where Sense and Sensibility and Pride and Prejudice, were both written, during their stay with us. The cottage now is a popular tourist attraction and museum dedicated to Janes life and work. Today the Swan Hotel is popular with locals and travellers alike and is an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area.
RATING
3
ROOMS
36
FLOORS
3
SUITES
1
SERVICES
Services available include:
- Complimentary to all Wifi
- Free Wifi
- Onsite Parking
FACILITIES
Facilities include:
- Bar
- Restaurant (1)
AT A GLANCE
Located in the market town of Alton and nearby plenty of walking trails
Make yourself at home in one of the en-suites, equipped with modern amenities
Rooms range in size and price, suitable for business or pleasure trips
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Location
The market town of Alton, one of Hampshires most historic locales, is a must-visit for literature enthusiasts. Explore Gilbert Whites House in nearby Selborne to learn about the renowned 18th-century naturalist, or visit Jane Austens House on the towns outskirts, where she spent her last eight years. Don’t miss the majestic Elizabethan Chawton House, and enjoy the scenic walking trails through the enchanting Alice Holt Forest.
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