The Cross Keys

We stayed here for two nights on our way back home from the Isle of Wight. The purpose of our stay was to visit Audley End House. Built in the 1500's this is a beautifully kept hotel. I have to admit I was taken aback when presented with a spiral metal staircase in the yard which led up to our room (I am not great with stairs) but once we were up there we were more than happy with our digs. Our stay was very comfortable, the bed was nice, pillows very comfortable (which makes a change). I love the layout with the bath and shower in the room, but the toilet screened by opaque glass. There was a modesty screen for when showering if you preferred. We ate in the hotel on both nights, food was very nice, and the staff were brilliant, we were looked after very well throughout our stay and I would highly recommend this hotel.

Extremely nice hotel with a lot of character. One of our top hotels in our 30 trip to England

Intermittent low level electronic hum for the first part of the night. Mattress too soft. Not sure I like having the toilet inside the room inside a cubicle without good ventilation.

Only popped in for a beer, quite a pleasant bar but one pint of Wherry and one orange juice and soda £10.60. Make sure you’ve got your wallet with you! I know I should’ve queried it but I was too polite. Maybe it was a mistake or maybe they were deliberately overcharging but won’t be back any time soon.

We nearly booked the Premier Inn and so glad we didn't, what was a overnight stay before an early meeting turned into a lovely break. The hotel dates back to 1579, it's beautifully maintained and full of nooks and crannies, our room was up a spiral stair case beautifully designed, a free standing bath, lovely comfortable bedding with crisp luxurious linen. The food in the restaurant was excellent a quick bite to eat turned into 3 courses and finished with Irish coffees. Accompanied by a brilliant play list. The young staff were so friendly and helpful, when I asked for the kitchen to change my order the dish arrived with the request sautéed fresh spinach with just a hint of garlic, not on the menu but happily supplied. Cannot rate the place highly enough. Fantastic breakfast cooked to order with all the items I asked for Again thank you.

We nearly booked the Premier Inn and so glad we didn't, what was a overnight stay before an early meeting turned into a lovely break. The hotel dates back to 1579, it's beautifully maintained and full of nooks and crannies, our room was up a spiral stair case beautifully designed, a free standing bath, lovely comfortable bedding with crisp luxurious linen. The food in the restaurant was excellent a quick bite to eat turned into 3 courses and finished with Irish coffees. Accompanied by a brilliant play list. The young staff were so friendly and helpful, when I asked for the kitchen to change my order the dish arrived with the request sauted fresh spinach with just a hint of garlic, not on the menu but happily supplied. Cannot rate the place highly enough. Fantastic breakfast cooked to order with all the items I asked for Again thank you.