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The Goddard Arms

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The Goddard Arms, 1 High Street, Swindon -0745 127 3975
Area: Swindon
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4 out of 5 (1675 Ratings)
0.8 miles Wyvern Theatre Swindon
v6 mins driving
t18 mins walking
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Hotel Description
Located in the heart of Swindon's Old Town The Goddard Arms features an on-site bar and restaurant as well as limited free parking. A flat-screen TV private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities are provided in each room at The Goddard Arms and free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. A roast dinner is served in the pub as well as sandwiches wraps and burgers. Cocktails wines and beers are available from the bar and can be enjoyed in the beer garden. Swindon Art Gallery is a 5-minute walk away and features music concerts theater and standup comedy. The historic Lydiard House is a 15-minute drive and is located in a 260-acre country park.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 11:00
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Bar
` Adult only
` On-site parking
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Free Wi-Fi
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Free face masks
` Contactless check-in/out
` Audible alarm
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Non-smoking property
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Takeout dining services available

The Goddard Arms Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4 out of 5)

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Alan Tue, 29 July 2025

Very good

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Peter Mon, 28 July 2025

A value for money stay...

Liked: Location, parking, clean room, really good shower, staff and great value for money.
Disliked: No proper reception area.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Stephen Mon, 28 July 2025

Pleasant

Liked: Location friendly staff
Disliked: It was scorching hot in the room

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

James Sun, 27 July 2025

Very good, would stay again.

Liked: Breakfast was very good. Room was clean, but a bit warm as cheaper room & low ceiling, with a hot day. Location was central & easy to walk to places. Parking was free which was great for a central location.
Disliked: Possibly the room, if a better one was available for booking.com price.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Gerald Sat, 26 July 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Timothy Sat, 26 July 2025

Exceptional

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Pauline Fri, 25 July 2025

Disappointing

Liked: Location
Disliked: Our 3rd visit which was very disappointing this time. The breakfast was disappointing. Only a tiny rasher of bacon served in the hearty breakfast . I asked for poached egg on toast & the bread was not toasted? Had to ask for glasses for juice, had to ask for top up of coffee. There was just ourselves there & at least 3 members of staff. Tables left uncleared. The pub area has torn & worn furniture. There was no selection of wines available to us due to lack of stock. Lack of management I feel.

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Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Alan Fri, 25 July 2025

Apart from the debacle over...

Liked: Staff were welcoming and friendly on arrival. Room was fine
Disliked: The (lack of) an evening meal.One reason I booked this hotel was that they offered dinner up to 2100. Indeed, I booked a table for 2045 which was re-confirmed by the staff when I arrived. I was standing at the bar at 2045 ordering my dinner when a man came out of the kitchen and told the barmaid that the kitchen was closed! No explanation, no food.I find this to be a disgusting way to treat a customer who had pre-booked a table for a set time. Perhaps if this is someone's idea of customer service may I suggest they are in the wrong job!!

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Roy Wed, 23 July 2025

Superb

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

James Tue, 22 July 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Lovely welcome and a great breakfast. Good value, comfortable stay. Thanks

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The Goddard Arms 1 High Street, Swindon