- Very good breakfast
- Free on-site parking
- Restaurant
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bath or shower
- Flat-screen TV
About this property
Situated in the lively town centre of Hitchin, the Sun Hotel is a charming traditional coaching Inn dating back to the 1500s. The hotel offers real cask ales, an extensive menu in the restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Every bedroom has a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. A modern private bathroom in each room has a hair dryer. The restaurant at the Sun Hotel serves a wide range of food from around the world, complementing the traditional English favourites. Guests can sample wines and beers on the hotel patio or in the lounge area. Hitchin has many beautiful buildings, a museum and an art gallery within just a few minutes’ walk of the hotel. Knebworth House is less than 20 minutes’ drive away through the countryside.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hugh57
United Kingdom“Warmth of the welcome. Staff that went that extra mile. Adam sets high standards and Ellis and the rest of the team were brilliant. The history of the building is incredible and the bar and dining areas were cosy ( not small!) and efficient. Well...” - Ian United Kingdom“Clean and comfortable room. Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Building full of character. Well situated in centre of town.”
- Chris United Kingdom“Great central location. Lovely characterful building with plenty of charm. Well impressed with Sean, the Duty Manager”
- Jane United Kingdom“Room was very spacious for a single and very comfortable and quiet. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Great value for money.”
- Steve United Kingdom“Good breakfast, spacious room for a single, comfortable bed, very convenient location in centre of town but still fairly quiet. Staff were friendly.”
- Vanessa United Kingdom“Friendly staff and environment. Great location right in the centre of Jotcjin.”
- Parfitt United Kingdom“Breakfast was excellent & substantial, & the location was good, the staff were very friendly and helpful.”
- Dexter United Kingdom“Stayed here multiple time absolutely love it,great location staff are amazing so friendly from reception,bar staff and cleaners nothing is to much trouble super friendly and clean.”
- Burberry United Kingdom“The room was nicely decorated and had everything I needed. The bathroom was clean and well decorated. The staff were all very pleasant and friendly. The location was excellent. Breakfast was made to order and was good.”
- Paul United Kingdom“All very good, and comfortable. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
The hotel can accommodate all pets (including guide dogs) upon request.
Please note that due to the hotel's location in the town centre, guests may experience some noise disturbance from the surrounding streets at the weekend.
Please note that full payment is taken at time of booking.
If booking 5 rooms or more different conditions may apply.
