Name: The Goddard Arms
Address: 1 High Street, Swindon, Wiltshire
Price range: US$101+
Rating: 8.8

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About the Hotel

1 High Street, Swindon

Near Lawns Park

Great

8.0

/10

2.6

3.7

Loved by The Goddard Arms guests

Clean rooms

Amazing staff

Comfortable bed

Dog-friendly hotel

Excellent food

Relaxing bar

The Goddard Arms - A dog-friendly historic coaching inn in Swindon Old Town with free parking

The Goddard Arms is a 3-star hotel set in a converted 18th-century coaching inn on High Street, Swindon Old Town. Rooms feature en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels, tea and coffee facilities, and hairdryers, with some offering street views. The on-site bar and restaurant serves British pub fare, including afternoon tea, Sunday roasts, and a varied drink selection, available throughout the day. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in designated areas, and limited free parking is provided for hotel guests. Nearby attractions include Swindon Museum and Art Gallery (0.5 km) and the Wilts & Berks Canal (1 km). A continental breakfast is included in most room rates at The Goddard Arms.

Pros

The historic coaching inn building retains original character in Swindon's Old Town district.

Dog-friendly policy includes water bowls and a beer garden for pets.

Complimentary parking is available for hotel guests.

Central location within walking distance of museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Cons

Some rooms face the street and may experience noise.

Limited on-site parking spaces available.

Select your room type

The Goddard Arms offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
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Single Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Double Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
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Facilities

The Goddard Arms offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Adults only
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Goddard Arms Location

1 High Street, Swindon

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Magic Roundabout

4400 ft

Amusement Park

Coate Water Country Park

1.3 mi

Shopping Area

Swindon Designer Outlet

1.5 mi

Museum

The Museum of Computing

3200 ft

Landmark

Rainbow Walk

3300 ft

Church

St Mary's Church

3600 ft

Garden

Town Gardens

3400 ft

Landmark

Queens Park

3200 ft

Landmark

Incarcerated

2100 ft

Landmark

Wilts & Berks Canal

1.6 mi

Landmark

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

1.2 mi

Landmark

The Parade

3600 ft

Landmark

St Mary's Lydiard Tregoze

3600 ft

Landmark

St Margaret's church

3600 ft

Museum

Richard Jefferies Museum

1.4 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Swindon museum and art gallery

800 ft

33 Buller Street

Lawns Park

1800 ft

Restaurants

Dotty's Old Town Cafe

700 ft

64 Devizes Road Old Town

Rays Home Made Ice Cream

800 ft

63 Devizes Road Old Town

The Octagon Resturant

700 ft

4 New Bridge Square

Marmaris Kebab House

800 ft

57 Devizes Road

Longs Bar

1200 ft

Victoria Road

Chicken Cottage Swindon

1000 ft

116 Victoria Road Old Town

Mr Cod Swindon

1300 ft

130 Victoria Road

Chennai Dosa

2900 ft

1 Victoria Road

Tennessee Fried Chicken

2700 ft

10 Victoria Road

Explore Swindon

Local Highlights

Swindon Museum and Art Gallery

3 minutes' walk

A blend of art and history, featuring rotating exhibits, local artifacts, and family-friendly programs.

Lawns Park

7 minutes' walk

A scenic park perfect for families, with playgrounds, sports facilities, and beautiful gardens.

STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway

25 minutes' walk

An engaging museum showcasing the region's railway history with interactive exhibits and vintage locomotives.

The Magic Roundabout

16 minutes' walk

A quirky traffic roundabout known for its unique design, often a great spot for quirky photo ops.

Coate Water Country Park

25 minutes' walk

A beautiful park ideal for picnics, walking trails, and birdwatching, great for nature lovers and families.

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

25 minutes' walk

An indoor skate park for thrill-seekers, offering rentals and lessons for all skill levels.

Dotty's Old Town Cafe

3 minutes' walk

A cozy café known for its homemade cakes and hearty breakfasts, perfect for a casual meal.

Longs Bar

5 minutes' walk

A lively pub offering a variety of beers and classic pub food, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration.

The Octagon Restaurant

3 minutes' walk

A contemporary dining spot serving seasonal dishes, known for its inviting atmosphere and local ingredients.

Incarcerated

8 minutes' walk

An escape room venue offering exciting challenges, perfect for groups or families looking for fun.

Town Gardens

13 minutes' walk

A beautiful public park hosting various events, ideal for strolls, picnics, or simply relaxing outdoors.

Getting around

City Centre
Swindon 11 min · 3000 ft
Airports
Gloucestershire (GLO) 86 min · 35.6 mi
Bristol (BRS) 116 min · 48.0 mi
Train
Swindon Railway Station 21 min · 1.1 mi
Bus
Bus stop 14 min · 3700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

from 07:00-11:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 9.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Goddard Arms from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Guests frequently appreciate the Goddard Arms' excellent location, with convenient access to restaurants, craft pubs, and the Town Gardens, especially the rose gardens, for pleasant strolls. The spacious rooms often feature amenities like coffee machines, irons, and ironing boards, and many find the breakfast to be superb. While most have a positive experience, a few guests have occasionally been disappointed with the food quality during their stay. The hotel also provides fluffy towels and nice toiletries.

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

8.8 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.1/10

Location

8.8/10

Facilities

8.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.2/10

Pros

Friendly staff

Clean room

Good food

Comfy bed

Good value

Cons

Noisy guests

Poor breakfast

Ralph from United Kingdom

Single

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 16, 2026

9/10

amazing shower friendly staff excellent breakfast

the shower was amazing!!! all the staff members were friendly and polite. the breakfast was excellent. free parking was a real bonus for me.

the room felt a bit chilly at night because of a slight draft from the window.

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Georgia from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 21, 2026

8.5/10

lovely room and friendly stay

warm welcome equipped room coffee machine many sockets

i liked i got a warm welcome. the room was well equipped. it included a nespresso coffee machine. there was many plug sockets including usb.

staff on sunday looked like they didnt want to be there. they did not serve very well. i waited 12 mins and was ignored by amanda and josie for my room key.

Rooms

9/10

the double room had high quality toiletries available for guest use. also there was large fluffy towels. i observed modern lighting fixtures that seemed recent.

Dining

8/10

the breakfast was good and plentiful which gave me a good start to the day. there was parking available outside the building , made things simple. it was also nice pub inside the same building.

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Emerson from United States

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 08, 2026

9.0/10

Comfortable Stay with Great Amenities

fluffy towels coffee machine ironing board

The room had fluffy towels and nice toiletries. A coffee machine with pods, biscuits, tea, and milk were available. I also found an ironing board and iron in the room, very useful for preparing my clothes.

The kitchen extractor fan was very loud outside the bedroom window. the toilet seat was not properly attached. This needs to be fixed.

Facilities

9/10

Parking is available . The pub downstairs provides a convenient spot for drinks and meals. A breakfast room also provides a space for morning dining.

Service

9/10

Staff members were helpful and pleasant . The team allowed early access to decorate for a party. They sorted out car parking tickets efficiently.

Rooms

8/10

The room was clean and well-equipped. The bed was big and comfortable. The bathroom included nice toiletries and fluffy towels. I appreciate the attention to detail.

Dining

9/10

Breakfast was good and plentiful with several options available. The sea bass from the menu was attractively presented.

Location

10/10

The hotel is in a handy location. This. The hotel also provides convenient access to nearby amenities.

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