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Mad Swans in The South Downs

Property class: 3
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Alton hotel

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a desk with a lamp, and a teddy bear.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Frith End Road, Mad Swans in The South Downs, Alton, England, GU34 4QL
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blacknest Golf and Country Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alice Holt Forest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Farnborough (FAB)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with floral pillows, a bedside table with a radio, and wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a small cabinet with a drawer.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a desk with a lamp, and a teddy bear.

Superior Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a red sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bedside table with books.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Alton

In Alton .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Blacknest Golf and Country Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Alice Holt Forest with a stay here. South Downs National Park and Birdworld are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Blacknest Golf and Country Club - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alice Holt Forest - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Farnham Castle - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Thorpe Park - 53 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Bentley Station - 4 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farnham Pottery Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bat And Ball - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Holly Bush - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Hanger, County Restaurant and Free House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ball & Wicket - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Mad Swans in The South Downs

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Alton hotel
Mad Swans in The South Downs offers its guests a golf course. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Mad Swans in The South Downs offers 15 accommodations with hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mad Swans in The South Downs to the airport?

Mad Swans in The South Downs is 13.2 mi (41-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mad Swans in The South Downs?

As of Aug 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mad Swans in The South Downs on Sept 8, 2026 start from CA $145, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mad Swans in The South Downs have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mad Swans in The South Downs.

Does Mad Swans in The South Downs offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mad Swans in The South Downs, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mad Swans in The South Downs?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mad Swans in The South Downs?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mad Swans in The South Downs?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mad Swans in The South Downs have a pool?

Mad Swans in The South Downs does not have a pool.

Does Mad Swans in The South Downs have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Mad Swans in The South Downs have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mad Swans in The South Downs to downtown Alton?

Mad Swans in The South Downs is 1.1 mi away from Binsted.

Mad Swans in The South Downs Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2026