The Great Western Hotel

19.09.2024

Only had a beer here. Nicely maintained and good service

03.02.2018

A well kept Arkell's pint.

17.08.2024

This hotel is very conveniently situated for those using the railway station, being just across the road. I met a friend there just for lunch and drinks, so can't comment on overnight accommodation. Lunch menu was very basic; burgers, scampi, panninis etc - fast food in other words - but it met our needs. Prices were reasonable. Those seeking a more varied menu selection should look elsewhere. What is really great is the Arkells ale. We had 3B and it was superb. The hotel has obviously been recently refurbished. The bar area is modern and clean, as were the toilets. There is a screen showing live train departures, which is very useful.

28.07.2024

Nice pub friendly staff

14.04.2024

Very nice railway hotel.clean and good service. Worth sampling.

29.03.2024

Decent pub food served

19.02.2024

Nice family friendly hotel/pub immediately opposite the Swindon train station.

31.01.2024

Landlord rude and unhelpful. Only one beer available, dreadful taste. Slow service. Next to no one in pub, not surprised due to staff attitude. No food available, no TV pool and toilets very inaccessible, as is front of building. Rooms very small and poor quality. Doors don't lock. Do not recommend in any capacity.

19.12.2023

an hotel in swindon opposite train station

23.11.2023

Nice ambience

11.09.2023

I visited the bar at The Great Western hotel during some delays to the trains. Reasonable prices for a hotel bar, clean toilets but not much atmosphere. One person at the bar which could be a problem when busier, but he was very pleasant and served quickly. Opposite the train station at Swindon

24.08.2023

Cracking pint of Staropramen. Great bar that deserves more trade. Thank you!

17.05.2023

Extremely rude staff! Called to enquire about dropping someone's belongings off who is staying there. He wouldn't even let me speak before telling me I was speaking to the wrong person called me rude when I struggle talking as I have a stutter and speech difficulties. He then shouted at me telling me I was rude then put the phone down. All I wanted to know was if I was able to drop a guests belongings off. I believe his name was gavin.

15.05.2023

We all thought what a very lovely place it was. Relaxing and comfortable to have a drink. The gentleman we had serving us at our party on Saturday 13th was exceptional. He served at bar cleared tables and took away rubbish that was about from our buffet. He is a great asset to the Hotel... Thank you so much for a very enjoyable evening... Unfortunately I can't comment on any other questions. As we had a private party in there and nobody stayed the night...

18.03.2023

Message to the management. You have someone behind the bar cloning/skimming cards. I've now had 3 payments on my statement saying "great western hotel Swindon" but I haven't been to your pub in over a year. Last one was last weekend, I was at a wedding in Shropshire. Well you now have 3 chargeback fees coming your way.

19.02.2023

My first visit to Swindon, travelling from Cardiff to watch TTFC vs Wroughton Football Club at The Weir Fields, as I was bit too early for the game, I popped in ordered a two 3B & chatting with with the barman, before heading off to find where I'm going, one look at Swindon & I love the place already, when Trowbridge are next in Swindon, I'll be back in, see you soon hopefully 👍

17.02.2023

Good pub for a drink before or after catching a train. Good drinks selection. Layout and furniture gives a relaxing lounge vibe.

12.02.2023

Friendly staff

08.12.2022

Absolutely wonderful Christmas meal here with the Bats!🎳🦇 Thank you for having us! Such lovely staff, music and food! X

16.11.2022

Useful pub next to station. Spacious and comfortable with decent beer selection.

11.11.2022

Yeah ok,but it was very cold in there.

01.10.2022

Ok - not too pricey

25.09.2022

We came to listen to the excellent band in the bar that night. Large bar space, variety of areas to sit. Live train times feed so you can meet your train and max your time for your last pint. Very handy for bus station too.

09.08.2022

Absolutely fantastic pub and venue. Went to a 60th birthday party and the whole evening was perfect. The food was excellent and home cooked, curry, chilli, vegetarian, rice and chips to die for. Beautifully clean, both pub and toilets. Lovely outside space which at night has stunning lighting. Would highly recommend for functions as the professional and courteous staff cannot be beaten. Most highly recommended, would give 6 stars. Will post photos on next visit.

07.08.2022

ok