Come and Stay with us
Put The Swan’s postcode into your satnav, turn on the music, and just drive. Pass rambling hills, grassy fields, spy a herd of cows or a flock of sheep, and you’re almost here, just a little further. Follow the windy roads through The Cotswolds and reach its heart, nestled in the tranquil village of Bibury right on the River Coln. It would be hard to find a better setting than this, the sort of place where you look at your surroundings and pinch yourself – yes you’re definitely not in a dream – you’re here at The Swan in Bibury.
Our handsome coaching inn is everything you picture it to be. It’s warm, relaxing, comfortable, refreshing, romantic, English, indulging, quintessential, quaint, unique, peaceful, equipped, sumptuous, good food, fine wine, with impeccable service. That just about covers it.
- We want to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible. So when booking with The Swan directly, we will ensure that you receive the best rates available compared to those offered by any other booking agency or website.
- At The Swan, we opt for the simple life, why make things difficult? So we’ve made sure our booking process is easy, quick and with minimal hassle entailed. Simply call one of our friendly staff to check availability and book a room, or book right now through our website with no additional booking charge.
- Booking with us is easy – you can check availability on our website and book right away. Alternatively, just give us a call on 01285 740695
Classic Double or Twin Rooms
Double rooms each with their own unique décor, some with views over the River Coln, courtyard and gardens.
- En Suite bathroom
- Artisan Coffee and Tea
- Molton Brown Toiletries
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Four Poster
Our Deluxe Four Poster Room is among our largest in the hotel with beautiful country-house style décor and a luxurious en-suite bathroom, generously stocked with Molton Brown toiletries and fluffy bathrobes.
- Four Poster Bed
- En-suite bathroom
- Luxurious Molton Brown toiletries
- Bathrobes
- Artisan coffee & tea
Rookery Family Room
The Rookery family room consists of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom with a large interconnecting bathroom and luxurious Molton Brown toiletries. Perfect for families with older children.
- Double Room & adjoining Twin Bedded room
- Interconnecting bathroom
- Luxurious Molton Brown toiletries
- Free WiFi
Superior Double Rooms
Our Superior Double Room has views over the River Coln and Courtyard. With a king-size double bed, espresso machine and luxurious Molton Brown toiletries.
- King-size bed
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
- Espresso machine with Artisan coffee
Superior Double or Twin Rooms
These rooms can be king-size or twin-bedded to suit your preference. A little larger than our classic rooms; our Superior Double or Twin bedrooms are stylish and sophisticated with a comfortable seating area and views over the River Coln, Courtyard or village of Bibury. Each one is well-stocked with tea, coffee and luxurious Molton Brown toiletries.
- King-size bed or twin bed setup
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
- Artisan coffee and tea
Trumpeter Cottage
Adjacent to the main hotel are our garden cottages – Trumpeter is a perfect Cotswold-stone retreat with its own private garden. On the ground floor, you’ll find a cosy sitting room and on the first floor there is a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom - generously-stocked with Molton Brown and fluffy bathrobes.
- Private Cottage with garden
- Separate lounge area
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
Superior Four Poster
Particularly spacious rooms with four-poster feature beds and luxury bathrooms. One room features a large dressing area while the other offers a large bathroom with double basins, a separate luxury shower and roll top bath.
- Four Poster Bed
- En-suite bathroom
- Luxurious Molton Brown toiletries
- Espresso machinw with Artisan coffee
Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms
Our Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms are among our largest in the hotel with beautiful country-house style décor and luxurious en-suite bathrooms, generously stocked with Molton Brown toiletries and fluffy bathrobes. These rooms can be king size or twin-bedded depending on your preference and offer picture-perfect views over the River Coln.
- King size or Twin Bedded
- En-suite bathroom
- Luxurious Molton Brown toiletries
- Artisan coffee & tea
- Bathrobes
Whistling Cottage
Adjacent to the main hotel sits Whistling Cottage; a perfect Cotswold-stone retreat with its own private garden. On the ground floor, you’ll find a cosy sitting room and on the first floor, there is a spacious bedroom with an en-suite bathroom - generously stocked with Molton Brown and fluffy bathrobes.
- Private Cottage with garden
- Separate lounge area
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
Bewick Garden Cottage
Adjacent to the main hotel are our garden cottages – Bewick is a perfect Cotswold-stone retreat with its own private garden. On the ground floor, you’ll find a cosy sitting room and kitchenette, and on the first floor there is a spacious bedroom with an en-suite bathroom - generously stocked with Molton Brown and fluffy bathrobes.
- Private Cottage with garden
- Separate lounge area
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
Whooper Cottage
Among our row of quaint garden cottages adjacent to the main hotel lies Whooper; a perfect Cotswold-stone retreat with its own private garden and hot tub. On the ground floor, you’ll find a cosy sitting room and on the first floor, there is a spacious bedroom with an en-suite bathroom - generously stocked with Molton Brown and fluffy bathrobes.
- Private Cottage with garden
- Hot Tub
- Separate lounge area
- En-suite bathroom
- Molton Brown toiletries
Accessibility
The majority of our bedrooms are on the first floor which is accessible by a lift, however, three of our bedrooms are on the second floor. Please advise us of any mobility difficulties when booking and we’ll ensure your room is suitable.
Outlined below is some information, which we hope will ensure you enjoy your visit to The Swan, regardless of whether your life is affected by a medical condition, disability, impairment or some specific learning difficulty.
Before you arrive
Reservations and enquiries can be made online, by phone, fax or email. Please ensure that our staff are made aware of any special requests or requirements at the earliest opportunity and we will do our best to help.
When you arrive
All our hotels have designated parking for those with mobility issues. Please ask when making your booking and we can let you know the best place to park and access the property. We will be delighted to collect your luggage from your car and deliver it to your room.
Reception
Our reception staff will be able to advise you about room facilities and access to bedrooms and public areas of the hotel. If you need a ground floor room, or a room that’s specially adapted with grab rails or a wet room, please request this at the time of booking.
Additional Information
Assistance dogs are welcome and no charge is made. Large print menus can be provided on request.
We have tried to include as much accurate detail as possible in our Accessibility Statement and we welcome your feedback, in order to continuously improve upon the information we give.
If you require any assistance or further information, please phone 01285 740 695.
Sustainability
Cotswold Inns & Hotels is committed to working in a sustainable way and take care to reduce, re-use and recycle. We are continually working to improve our standards, which include:
- Using low energy lighting
- Switching off all equipment when not in use, where possible
- Only lighting log fires during cooler weather
- Using local suppliers for food, drink and other consumables where we can
- Composting garden waste, recycling paper and card and sending cooking oil to be converted to biodiesel
- Asking guests to conserve water and switch off TVs when not in use
- Replacing towels when requested
- Supporting the local community by offering sponsorship and raffle prizes, as well as discounted rates for local businesses needing accommodation.
We welcome our guests ideas: if you have any suggestions for further improvements, please contact Reception.
Terms & Conditions
Making a booking
By making a booking you are confirming that you are authorised to do so on behalf of all persons named in the booking and you are acknowledging that all members of your party agree to be bound by these Booking Terms & Conditions. When your booking has been made a confirmation will be sent to you by email using the email address that you have supplied, or by post. Booking confirmations are subject to the availability of accommodation at the hotel. You should carefully check the details of your confirmation as soon as you receive it. You must contact Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd immediately if any of the details are incorrect or incomplete. We will always endeavour to rectify any inaccuracies or accommodate any alterations you wish to make to your booking. We cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies that are not brought to our attention within seven days of issuing your confirmation, nor can we accept responsibility for inaccurate information that you have supplied.
Paying for your booking
At the time of booking, card details will be required to guarantee your reservation. In some instances, a deposit or full non-refundable pre-payment may be required at the time of booking, or at a stated date prior to your arrival. The amount of payment required at the time of booking will be advised to you when making your booking. In all cases full payment will be due on departure from the hotel unless prior written agreement has been received by Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd. Unless stated as part of your booking, additional items such as (but not limited to) the cost of external telephone calls, meals, drinks, items from the mini-bar and travel expenses, are not included in the price of your stay. If you incur any such additional costs you must settle the sum involved prior to your departure from the hotel.
Price changes
Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd reserve the right to increase or decrease the price of unsold breaks at any time. The price of your chosen break will be confirmed when your booking is made and, with the exception of any errors, we will not increase this price once it has been confirmed. We reserve the right to correct any errors in advertised and confirmed prices and will do so as soon as we become aware of an error. We will notify you of any price discrepancies relating to your booking should they arise, but we strongly advise you to check that the final price of your booking is correct before making your final confirmation.
Amendments to your booking
You should notify us of any amendments to your confirmed booking by telephone or in writing as soon as possible. Amendments are subject to availability and those made within the 74-hour cancellation period (see below) may be subject to cancellation charges.
Cancellations
In order to avoid cancellation and/or non-arrival charges, guests should observe Cotswold Inns and Hotels Ltd’ cancellation policy, which is up to 2pm three days prior to arrival. This includes advance cancellation of any supplementary activities or tickets that may have been issued. Failure to cancel in advance will result in a charge equivalent to the value of your booked stay charged to your credit or debit card. If you have paid a deposit, made full payment or paid for any supplements – the sum may be non-refundable. Please check with the hotel at time of cancellation. We strongly recommend that guests seek appropriate travel insurance cover in case of any unforeseen circumstances arising causing a need for you to cancel your reservation.
Gift Vouchers
Whatever the occasion, and whoever the lucky person is, our Cotswold Inns and Hotels gift vouchers make the perfect present.
Share an overnight stay at your favourite hotel, treat someone to Afternoon Tea, or give them the gift of choice with our “one size fits all” monetary vouchers. All our gift vouchers can be emailed or posted, with the optional addition of a glossy gift box to make them that extra bit special.
Special Offers
Dogs Welcome
We love man’s best friend and we have a sneaky suspicion that you probably do too which is why we’re proud to be a dog friendly hotel.
We love having dogs here at The Swan Inn and have ‘plenty of room at the inn’ with a selection of specially allocated rooms to sleep you and pooch comfortably during your stay.
Book a Room
We want to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible. So when booking with The Swan directly, we will ensure that you receive the best rates available compared to those offered by any other booking agency or website.
At The Swan, we opt for the simple life, why make things difficult? So we’ve made sure our booking process is easy, quick and with minimal hassle entailed. Simply call one of our friendly staff to check availability and book a room, or book right now through our website with no additional booking charge.
Booking with us is easy – you can check availability on our website and book right away. Alternatively, just give us a call on 01285 740695.