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About Goddard Arms Swindon
Goddard Arms Swindon is a pub with rooms at 1 High St in Swindon's Old Town, set in a converted coaching inn where horse-drawn coaches once changed horses. The building stands next to the park that was the Goddard family estate, and dogs are welcome. The inn has 17 rooms, each with a TV, a hairdryer, shampoo and a Nespresso machine, and hotel guests are served a breakfast buffet. The food menu includes an all-day breakfast and a bottomless brunch, brought to the table by the team, with a selection of draught beer at the bar. The bar area has several screens for sport and a pool table. Tables can be booked through an online system. Free parking is limited.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention all-day brunch, bottomless brunch, draught beer selection and cosy hotel rooms.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention all-day brunch, bottomless brunch, draught beer selection and cosy hotel rooms.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, welcoming staff, with table service praised repeatedly and one server described as a fantastic host during a bottomless brunch. The all-day brunch and all-day breakfast come up several times, and diners also mention a good lunch, a gluten-free guest accommodated perfectly, and a good draught beer selection, with pints of Cruzcampo noted for their price. One reviewer says staff provided food even though the kitchen was closing, and another says a mix-up with a table booking through the new online system was promptly sorted. Overnight guests call the rooms brilliant and cosy, and housekeeping lovely, but the criticisms are concrete. The hotel breakfast is called uninspiring or ok ish, with a buffet that looked tired and had run out of juice, bread and fruit until staff refreshed it. One stay had very hot rooms with windows that barely open and a dusty fan, and one guest was charged extra for two small dogs on arrival. Several mention the dog-friendly setting and the park next door, and one reviewer upgraded to a nicer room after a booking was changed following a car accident.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, welcoming staff, with table service praised repeatedly and one server described as a fantastic host during a bottomless brunch. The all-day brunch and all-day breakfast come up several times, and diners also mention a good lunch, a gluten-free guest accommodated perfectly, and a good draught beer selection, with pints of Cruzcampo noted for their price. One reviewer says staff provided food even though the kitchen was closing, and another says a mix-up with a table booking through the new online system was promptly sorted. Overnight guests call the rooms brilliant and cosy, and housekeeping lovely, but the criticisms are concrete. The hotel breakfast is called uninspiring or ok ish, with a buffet that looked tired and had run out of juice, bread and fruit until staff refreshed it. One stay had very hot rooms with windows that barely open and a dusty fan, and one guest was charged extra for two small dogs on arrival. Several mention the dog-friendly setting and the park next door, and one reviewer upgraded to a nicer room after a booking was changed following a car accident.
Featured reviews
- Bethan Milford
“Staff were absolutely amazing. Bit of a mess with booking a table via their new online system but they were fully understanding and promptly sorted everything out for us. Gave amazing table service and the most friendly service with smiles and being so accommodating Absolutely love coming here for drinks and food. One of my friend were GF and they were able to accommodate her perfectly Thank you Sami, lucy”
- a g
“Oldy pub, with rooms. Plus points, good for dogs, park next door. Staff friendly. Can get a good meal there, but also close to many other restaurants. Free parking, is limited but not had a problem so far, second stay. Housekeeping amazing , lovely ladies. Breakfast is ok ish. Minus Very very hot rooms in high temperature and windows don't open or only open a fraction. Fan provided (but was pretty rank covered in dust and stuff! ) They charged extra for my two tiny dogs on arrival 😟”
- Lea Sofie
“Arrived on a sunny day, atmosphere and interior is so warm and welcoming! It’s my first time here and I came in alone for a meal and a nice coffee. Exceptional service as soon as I entered, I was particularly served by Lucy and also had a lovely chat with Will and Harry. They took great care of me and ensured my order was delivered quickly too! Food and coffee is tasty, I ordered the all-day breakfast and an iced coffee. The music also adds a nice soft touch to the atmosphere! I’ll definitely be back. Thank you!! 🤍”
- Simon Varney
“Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again! 🤩 From the moment I arrived, I was made to feel welcome and comfortable. I’d especially like to recognise Will, who had already changed my booking following a car accident, which was greatly appreciated. Will also gave me a nicer room due to limited guests and was simply helpful and kind on every interaction we had. An outstanding representative of the venue. Room was brilliant and cosy with all the best and latest facilities. Loved the Nespresso machine! My only criticism would be the uninspiring breakfast… 4/10 Not the best quality and general buffet area looked a little tired by the time I came down. Next time I’ll be sure to head down earlier. Juices had been used up and most of the bread and fruit etc was gone. Just a quick refresh by staff sorted this to a satisfactory level, and I was grateful 🙏”
- Kieron Williams
“What a beautiful hotel, lovely location, I even had a day in Bath too as it was so close to the station! Aleesha made our stay, she was always polite and so helpful and served with a smile. That kindness goes a long way and me and my partner both said how welcoming she is, thank you!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“The Goddard Arms is a friendly hotel located right in the heart of Swindon's Old Town. The Old Town itself, which includes our building and the surrounding areas are full of rich history. The Goddard Arms is an old converted Coaching Inn where horse-drawn coaches used to change horses en route to their next destination.We are also right next door to the beautiful 50 acre Lawns Park which was once the estate of the Goddard family and where the name of our hotel comes from.There are easy links to the M4 and M5 plus the hotel is just a 15 minute walk from the closest bus station and 30 minutes from Swindon train station.We have 17 rooms which all come equipped with a hairdryer, TV, shampoo and tea/coffee facilities.”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
- Popular for solo dining
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Food
- Happy hour drinks
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Dining options· 2
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Highlights· 3
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goddard Arms SwindonReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.12,096 | — | — | all-day brunch, bottomless brunch, draught beer selection |
| Mackenzies Bar & KitchenReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.0801 | 0 mi | £10–20 | bottomless brunch, cocktails and mocktails, old town pricing |
| The Rockin Bean - Cafe Bar & Tapas (Swindon)Reservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.366 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | tapas evenings, all-day breakfast, £14 bottle of wine |
| Route 66 (Swindon)Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 3.9311 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | unlimited wings, sauce selection, burgers |
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