The White Swan Halifax, Halifax ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Princess Street, Halifax, United Kingdom, HX1 1TS

The White Swan Hotel is situated in the historical town of Halifax, West Yorkshire. This Victorian-designed establishment combines modern amenities with original features from its mid-19th century architecture. Its central location provides easy access to local attractions and transport, enhancing its significance as both a leisure and business destination.

Location

Centrally located in Halifax, the hotel is a short walk from shops, museums, and restaurants. Access to public transport is convenient, with Halifax train station only ten minutes away. The surrounding area includes attractions such as the Yorkshire Pennines, making it suitable for visitors seeking both culture and adventure.

Rooms

The hotel offers 39 recently refurbished bedrooms, including standard double rooms and executive suites. Each room features free Wi-Fi, an en-suite bathroom, LCD Freeview television, and tea and coffee making facilities. Executive bedrooms provide additional lounge areas and upgraded amenities for enhanced comfort.

Eat & Drink

Dining at The White Swan includes The Lounge, open all day for sandwiches, cakes, and Afternoon Tea starting at £14.99, which must be reserved two days in advance. A fully stocked bar is available, offering a range of drinks to enjoy on-site or take away. The menu features items suitable for all tastes, providing flexibility for guests.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides extensive facilities for business travelers, including a conference suite that accommodates up to 100 guests. Equipment for meetings such as catering and audio-visual aids is readily available. For leisure pursuits, guests can unwind in the fitness center or explore local attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Bathtub

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Executive Double Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Halifax100 m

Airports

Leeds Bradford (LBA) 31.1 km

Manchester (MAN) 69.7 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious and Comfy

The bedroom was impressively spacious, equipped with ample storage and an exceptionally comfortable bed that made for a relaxing stay.view full review

Immaculate Facilities

The bathroom was pristine, providing a refreshing and luxurious experience, complemented by a powerful shower that left me feeling rejuvenated.view full review

Delicious Breakfast

Breakfast was a delightful experience with hot, freshly cooked options and a varied continental selection that satisfied every palate.view full review

Easy Parking Access

Finding parking was a breeze, with just a short five-minute walk from the suggested car park, making my arrival and departure stress-free.view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Coffee/Tea in lobby

Room features

Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Princess Street, Halifax, United Kingdom, HX1 1TS

Map view

Princess Street, Halifax, United Kingdom, HX1 1TS

City landmarks

Museum

Eureka The National Children's Museum

820 m

Museum

Shibden Hall And Folk Museum

1.4 km

Church

All Souls Church

750 m

Museum

Bankfield Museum

1.2 km

Gallery

The Artworks

1.1 km

Park

Shibden Park

2.4 km

People's Park

1.2 km

Halifax HX3 9UD

Beacon hill

960 m

9 Wakefield Gate

Wainhouse Tower

2.0 km

King Cross

1.5 km

Upper Washer Lane Pye Nest

The Wainhouse Tavern

2.1 km

Botanical Garden

Manor Heath Jungle Experience

1.9 km

Lister's Rd

Shibden Hall

2.2 km

Halifax HX3 0EB

Manor Heath Park

2.1 km

Golf Course

Halifax West End Golf Club

2.9 km

The Wharf Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby Bridge Canalside

3.3 km

Gratrix Dam

3.1 km

Calder and Hebble Navigation

3.4 km

Nature reserve

Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve

4.3 km

Univeristy of Bradford

Gallery II

4.5 km

Stadium

Horsfall Stadium

6.8 km

Nearby

Mall

The Piece Hall

380 m

Town Hall Crossley Street

Halifax Town Hall

40 m

10 Square Rd

Square Chapel

550 m

Church

Halifax Minster

470 m

Museum

Calderdale Industrial Museum

540 m

Library

Central Library

110 m

Shopping Area

Westgate Arcade

580 m

Market Street

Duke of Wellington's Regimental Memorial

450 m

Ground Floor

The Escaporium

530 m

Restaurants

The Percy Shaw

200 m

Broad Street Plaza

Mcdonald's Restaurants

60 m

22-24 Old Market

Pound Bakery

70 m

6-8 Corn Market

Ginger Vegetarian Cafe

150 m

11 Northgate

Franganos

140 m

10-12 Crown St

Little Lotus

120 m

1 Corn Market

Deli On The Bridge

150 m

2 Crosshills Northgate Northbridge

Kamran Balti House

240 m

27A Union Street

Caffe Nero

170 m

12-16 Southgate

Yates

230 m

19-21 Silver Street

Pie & Peas Shop

160 m

Borough Market 129/130 Market Stalls Halifax Borough Market

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

4/5 based on 583 reviews

#5 of 9 hotels in Halifax based on Tripadvisor

Ben

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.2/10

Staying at this hotel was like visiting an old auntie's house, with a front location that made it very accessible. The rooms were clean and comfortable, just like you would expect, and having windows that could be opened was a nice touch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms felt like being at an old auntie's house, clean and comfortable with all the expected facilities. Having windows that could be opened was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service throughout my stay was very helpful and cheerful. I even got moved to a better room, showing individual and caring service, which was just what I needed at 7:00 a.m.

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location was super helpful for my stay, with friendly and welcoming people all around. The town center being close by made exploring shops and facilities very convenient.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was very good with a wide choice of food and efficient, cheerful service. However, there were slight disappointments with the breakfast service not being fully stocked near closing time.

Facilities

The facilities were small and fairly basic but had comfortable furnishings and impressive decor. The well-stocked tea tray was a nice touch.

Robin

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers reasonably sized, clean rooms with a little vestibule at the entrance leading to a tidy bathroom. The staff are friendly and helpful. The location is significant, just 5 minutes from a conference venue but not ideal if you have a car. The dining experience is satisfactory, with quick service and dishes cooked to preference. The facilities are functional, catering to basic needs.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and tidy, reasonably sized, with a little vestibule at the entrance leading to a bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is significant, just 5 minutes from the conference venue. Not ideal if you have a car.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with quick service and dishes cooked to my liking.