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A rustic dining area with wooden beams, a table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a shower area, and a wooden floor.

The Cross Keys Hotel with a traditional Tudor-style facade, featuring exposed timber framing and a prominent sign above the entrance.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden vanity with a sink, and a shower area with tiled walls.

1. The Cross Keys

0.2 km from Market Square

thomas

￥21,112

￥21,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A restaurant with round tables, booths, and tropical-themed chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with purple upholstered chairs, a patterned wall, and a small round table.

2. Premier Inn Saffron Walden

1.8 km from Market Square

USMAN

￥9,148

￥10,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the airport.

3. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

15.4 km from Market Square

Malcolm

￥16,610

￥19,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and wall art.

A plate with fish and chips, a salad, peas, and a small bowl of sauce.

A building with a gravel courtyard, a small tower, and a lamp post.

A bar with four taps labeled EPA, Wainwright, Razorback, and Marston's 61 Deep.

4. The White Horse Inn

19.8 km from Market Square

Luis

￥16,546

￥19,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A pathway leading to a traditional house with a garden, benches, and purple wisteria vines.

A residential area with houses, a garden, and a bird feeder.

A person gardening in a lush garden with purple flowers and a wooden fence in the background.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and benches, a brick fireplace, and exposed wooden beams.

5. The Red Lion Inn

7.8 km from Market Square

Dr Matthew J

￥22,695

￥27,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows. There is a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted phone.

A modern library with colorful seating, bookshelves, and potted plants.

A bar area with multiple beverage dispensers, a sign indicating beverage orders only, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a whiteboard.

6. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

16.4 km from Market Square

Charles

￥15,658

￥18,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central round table surrounded by chairs.

A modern reception area with marble counters, a blue patterned carpet, and hanging spherical lights.

A spacious living area with blue sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall mural of a beach scene.

7. Novotel London Stansted Airport

16.5 km from Market Square

Toby

￥17,259

￥20,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area with two cars.

A modern shower with black tiles and a glass enclosure.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, chrome faucet, and a toilet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

8. B&B Hotel Cambridge South

10.3 km from Market Square

Gary

￥9,342

￥11,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a building labeled "The Swan Hotel."

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, floral wallpaper, and a window with curtains.

A white building with a sign reading "The Swan" and outdoor seating.

A cozy restaurant interior with a wooden bench seating area, wooden tables, and rustic decor.

9. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

10.3 km from Market Square

Christina

￥9,919

￥11,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A large pink building with a well-maintained lawn and garden in front.

A garden with a wooden bench surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A room with wooden paneling, a desk with drawers, a chair, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

A dining room with four tables, each set with white tablecloths and wooden chairs. There is a painting on the wall and a window with patterned curtains.

10. The Cottage Guest House

15.7 km from Market Square

Dawn

￥18,771

￥22,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

11. The Lodge Duxford

9.7 km from Market Square

Kimberly

￥28,342

￥34,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, potted plants, and hanging pendant lights.

A meticulously landscaped garden with a central fountain, surrounded by geometrically trimmed hedges and various shrubs.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and a view of the outdoors through an open door.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

12. The Cricketers

8.1 km from Market Square

Graham Hughes

￥16,216

￥19,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A bar area with a modern design, featuring a bar counter and multiple stools.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern seating area with leather sofas and a coffee table.

A modern hotel lobby with marble reception desks, a large glass sculpture, and a man walking.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by white walls and a tiled floor.

13. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

14.7 km from Market Square

Mark

￥19,352

￥23,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern meeting room with dark wooden floors, grey and mustard-colored chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

14. Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

17.2 km from Market Square

Krystal

￥9,504

￥11,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A building with a sign reading "KINGS ARMS PUBLIC HOUSE DINING & ROOMS".

A bar area with wooden counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows and a throw blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden furniture, and a bar area in the background.

15. Kings Arms Hotel

13.9 km from Market Square

Tammy

￥17,312

￥17,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a blue door labeled "Toilet Room".

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a white radiator.

A restaurant with red chairs and tables, a kitchen area, and large windows.

A Days Inn hotel with a brick facade, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

17.2 km from Market Square

TANYA

￥10,202

￥12,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel entrance with a large glass facade, a brick exterior, and a palm tree nearby.

A room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a small potted plant, and a digital clock.

A glass-enclosed shower with a marble wall background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

17. DeSalis Hotel London Stansted

13.2 km from Market Square

Sarah

￥12,113

￥14,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and a central walkway.

A wooden desk with a mirror, a lamp, a glass of water, and a bottle of champagne.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture, and a lamp.

A two-story building with a sign for 'The Suffolk Hotel' and 'Nine Jars' below.

18. The Suffolk Hotel

15 km from Market Square

James

￥11,455

￥13,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A conference room with a high ceiling and skylight, rows of chairs, and a chandelier.

A bar with multiple liquor taps and a variety of bottles.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a red and white bedspread, a flat-screen TV mounted above a brick fireplace, and a desk with a chair.

19. The Red Lion

10.3 km from Market Square

Alice

￥20,029

￥24,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows with a view of a mountain and water, and a sign on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, striped carpet, bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

A sign for Sorrento Hotel and Restaurant with a telephone number and an arrow pointing to the right for the car park.

20. Sorrento Hotel

19.3 km from Market Square

Karoly

￥22,088

￥26,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Market Square

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Cross Keys	8.8 Excellent 202 reviews	View
Premier Inn Saffron Walden	7.6 Good 4 reviews	View
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport	9.0 Wonderful 2,492 reviews	View
The White Horse Inn	9.8 Exceptional 291 reviews	View
The Red Lion Inn	9.0 Wonderful 85 reviews	View

Top Market Square Hotel Reviews

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Good location with good service at check in. Easy check out too!"

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"Stayed here on a night stopover was greeted by a very friendly lady on reception unfortunately didn’t get her name but she was very welcoming room was nice and breakfast was ok"

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was hot and plenty of everything also something there for everyone."

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was what l expected of a quality hotel. I appreciated the small touches in the bathroom like the box of cotton buds. (I always carry them on my travels anyway). Thank you."

Novotel London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"Quick che k-in. Very efficient. Thank you"

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"It was nice convenient and ten minutes from the airport"

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. The location was convenient near the punting, the university, and the city center. The staff members were friendly, and the hotel was well equipped. The room was large, clean, and comfortable. We didn't have the breakfast, but the huge pain au chocolats looked good. Would recommend!"

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"Staff were great, welcoming and super friendly. We experienced a power outage whilst we were there"

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

10/10 Excellent

"Great room and beautiful central atrium Maybe change the coffee machine to a better quality one as cumbersome with ill-fitting biodegradable coffee capsules. Excellent stay - lovely room and great location. Definitely recommend and we will definitely stay again!"

Other attractions near Market Square

A garden with a statue, a brick wall, and lush greenery.

Bridge End Gardens

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy a picnic, see traditional Victorian gardening techniques in action or get lost in a hedge maze at these quiet 19th-century gardens.

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A formal dining room with ornate decorations, a long table set for a meal, and several large portraits on the walls.

Audley End House

8.8/10 (78 reviews)

Visit operating stables, explore formal gardens and discover some local history at one of the finest examples of Jacobean architecture in Britain.

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Church of St. Mary

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

After visiting Church of St. Mary, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Saffron Walden. Check out the lively bars or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

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Fry Art Gallery

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Fry Art Gallery in Saffron Walden. Check out the charming coffeehouses or lively bars in this walkable area.

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The Common

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at The Common, a lovely green space in Saffron Walden. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Saffron Walden Amazes

Enjoy an outing to Saffron Walden Amazes during your stay in Saffron Walden. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Lord Butler Fitness & Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Lord Butler Fitness & Leisure Centre during your stay in Saffron Walden. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Ashdon Village Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ashdon Village Museum during your trip to Ashdon. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Market Square?

Market Square is located in a welcoming area of Saffron Walden known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Market Square?

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an indoor pool. You'll find it 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Market Square. Other good choices around the area include Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport and B&B Hotel Cambridge South.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Market Square?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Market Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Market Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Market Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Market Square?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Market Square, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Market Square?

Sights like Audley End House and Prior's Hall Barn highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Bridge End Gardens and The Common. Create some family memories at Saffron Walden Amazes and Lord Butler Fitness & Leisure Centre.

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Our top choices for Market Square hotels

1. The Cross Keys

2. Premier Inn Saffron Walden

3. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

4. The White Horse Inn

5. The Red Lion Inn

6. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

7. Novotel London Stansted Airport

8. B&B Hotel Cambridge South

9. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

10. The Cottage Guest House

11. The Lodge Duxford

12. The Cricketers

13. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

14. Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

15. Kings Arms Hotel

16. Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

17. DeSalis Hotel London Stansted

18. The Suffolk Hotel

19. The Red Lion

20. Sorrento Hotel

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Top Market Square Hotel Reviews

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

Other attractions near Market Square

Bridge End Gardens

Audley End House

Church of St. Mary

Fry Art Gallery

The Common

Saffron Walden Amazes

Lord Butler Fitness & Leisure Centre

Ashdon Village Museum

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