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.

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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Rich
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Extremely friendly welcome at check-in and throughout. Room was cosy and clean, and the food was great too.
S
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Convenient location, comfortable bed, would book again
Hayley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room was a good size, there were plenty of plug sockets and it was a short distance from the car park with luggage
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent location, nicely decorated room and very clean.
Hannah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The hotel was full of character and comfy. Staff were very friendly and welcoming .
Dexter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing as usual stayed multiple times clean room amazing helpful friendly staff! thank you.
Prudence
Australia Australia
Staff were very welcoming. Very clean. Beautifully styled rooms. A short walk to the main square.
Steve
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great hotel and loved staying here, I have stayed here 3 times now and always magical! I love the hotel. Sean on reception was amazing too and very helpful!
Amanda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely old building, very friendly staff, huge breakfast!
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location great and lots of restaurants very close. Free parking

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Sun Hotel by Greene King Inns takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.