Welcoming Hotel in Swindon
Alexandra House is a contemporary country house hotel near Swindon city centre, offering comfortable rooms and excellent facilities for a relaxing stay.
Our modern hotel near central Swindon features excellent facilities such as a leisure centre that includes a gym, indoor pool, sauna and steam room which guests can use during their stay. Why not enjoy an evening of fantastic food and drink at the Alexandra House restaurant and bar and utilise our free wifi?
Explore the Cotswold and Stay at Our Swindon Hotel
Being one of the most easily located Swindon hotels, Alexandra House is conveniently located with easy transport links to Swindon city centre, close to the M4 and a short distance from Swindon railway station as well as the beautiful Wiltshire countryside. Located near Overtown, Burderop, Hodson, Wroughton Chiseldon and other areas within Swindon, as well as being surrounded by 20 acres of stunning greenery, making us the ideal hotel for a weekend getaway or corporate overnight stay.
We are also in the perfect location for those attending The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), Cheltenham Race Course, Cotswolds Water Park and other locations in and around Swindon.
Comfortable Accommodation in Swindon
Our hotel in Swindon offers a warm welcome with a range of guest rooms available for everyone – from double rooms to twin and family rooms. We are also a dog-friendly hotel and have dedicated bedrooms available with easy access to outside areas, so bring your loved pooch along for ease and convenience.
Superior Room
Our Superior rooms are the ultimate balance of comfort and space. With a king size bed, you are guaranteed a relaxing night’s sleep. The room also features all the necessary appliances to cater to your needs.
Standard Room
Our Standard bedrooms are designed with our quests in mind so that you can relax in total comfort. A classic room with modern amenities makes an ideal base when exploring the Wiltshire countryside.
Twin Rooms
Our twin rooms are ideal for a weekend break with your nearest and dearest. Similar to our Standard rooms with two single beds, plenty of room and home comforts.
Hotel Promotions for you!
Everyone loves a great hotel deal! That’s why we have created our own Alexandra House hotel promotions, so you can have fun, dine out and drink the night away without breaking the bank thanks to our hotel deals!
Located in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, our hotel in Swindon is the perfect staycation venue with landscaped grounds. Our hotel deals allow you to enjoy a 2-night stay from only £139, including a 3-course dinner on the first night and breakfast each morning. You can browse our current offers below and book by following the link.
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Two Night Dinner Bed and Breakfast
Discover our exciting Two Night Bedroom offer! Bed & Breakfast with dinner and 20% off beverages for stays up to and including 14th April 2024.
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One Night Dinner Bed and Breakfast
Escape the winter blues with our exclusive “Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast” offer, available for a limited time!
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Hotel in Swindon with Affordable Rates
Our affordable rates and great value for money means that we are the ideal hotel for leisure stays, business meetings, conferences, weddings and parties.
What’s more, is that our hotel in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside is dog-friendly, so bring along your pets and enjoy the great outdoors! Enjoy our comfortable rooms with free high speed internet access in our easily accessible hotel or head to our ‘things to do in Swindon‘ page to see all the fantastic attractions and shops near and around Swindon town centre. For family-friendly adventures, why not head to Lydiard Park, Coate Water or the Steam Museum? Or if you are here with friends, then we are close to the Swindon designer outlet in Swindon town centre where you can find all the best bargains of brands you love!
We also have free parking in case you wanted to travel slightly further into the Cotswold for a day out.
Hotel in Swindon – Features of Alexandra House
For all guests staying at our hotel in Swindon, you are guaranteed a fantastic experience. Our hotel offers a range of amenities including 151 affordable bedrooms, leisure facilities and a wonderful setting. During your stay, you can enjoy 20 acres of stunning greenery as well as a selection of indoor and outdoor games that we have available.
We are located 4 miles from Swindon town centre, as well as being within walking distance to many outdoor attractions, countryside walking routes and shops. This makes for a perfect weekend getaway with family, friends or a special someone. Our bar & restaurant makes for a fun evening with tasty food and enjoyable drinks.
You can also enjoy a delicious breakfast, featuring a wide variety of options to suit every taste. Whether you’re looking for a hearty English breakfast, fresh fruit, fluffy pancakes, or porridge, start your day off right with our mouth-watering selection.
As well as free parking we offer 4 Sync EV charging points across our venue. Visitors will be required to bring their own CCS connection charging cable and download the SyncEV app to charge. Please note the charging speed is slow charging at 7KwH.
Restaurant & Bar
Enjoy delicious fresh dishes using locally sourced produce where possible, inspired by some great British classics.
Leisure Facilities
When you stay with Alexandra House, you’ll have full access to our leisure facilities including a gym, heated swimming pool steam room and sauna.
Things to do in Swindon
When you stay in our hotel in Swindon you’ll be close to some amazing attractions for all ages! We guarantee you’ll find something fun for the family.
Alexandra House is a hotel in Swindon and we are ideal for leisure stays and business events. With a fully equipped conference centre and 14 modern meeting rooms, that can easily be transformed into stunning banqueting halls, we have the flexibility to host a wide range of events such as baby showers, hen parties, charity events and family celebrations. Our outdoor space is also fantastic for BBQs and summer parties.
If you’re ready to book a room, then you can check our availability here or contact us today to speak to a friendly staff member at Alexandra House.
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Venue Features
14 Meeting Rooms
Our flexible, modern spaces set the scene for memorable events.
Free Wifi
Up-to-date technology in our modern event rooms includes high speed Wifi.
Bedrooms
151 double and twin guest rooms.
Easily Accessible Location
Located near Bristol and London, 4 miles from Swindon and 10 minutes from the M4
Leisure Facilities
We offer a gym, sauna, steam room, pool, jacuzzi, and tennis courts for leisure.
240 Max.Capacity
Our rooms hold up to 240 people so we’re ready for events of any size.
Ample Free Parking & EV Charging Points
Free parking for delegates and 4 EV charging points- £1.00/connection + 40p/kWh
Breakout Spaces
Multiple breakout spaces for informal meetings.
Airport Taxi
London Heathrow and Bristol Airport are both about an hour’s drive away.
Dog Friendly
Our rooms at Alexandra House are dog friendly.
Get in Touch
Frequently Asked Questions
We have a selection of bedrooms available. Please contact us for rates and availability.
Yes, we can arrange for your guests to join your association event through Zoom or Teams.
We have a range of entertainment suppliers available, please ask our team for our list of suppliers when enquiring about your association event.
Supplied at £400 per day, we provide dedicated technical support to ensure your association event runs smoothly.
We offer:
- Screen & Projector
- PA Systems (at an additional cost)
- Free Wi-Fi
- A Flipchart and Pens (available on request)
Yes our venue is fully accessible and provides:
- Hearing loop accessibility
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible bedrooms
- Elevators
- Wide corridors
- Syndicate rooms
Yes, our team building activities at Alexandra Housee can be customised to suit your specific requirements. Our team will work with you to understand your goals and tailor the activities to meet your objectives and preferences.
Whether you have a specific theme in mind or want to incorporate certain challenges or tasks, our team can create a bespoke programme that fits your needs. This ensures that the team building activities are engaging, effective and align with your overall goals.
You are more than welcome to bring equipment for your team building activities. Yet if you have organised team building through our partner Off Limits then you will not need to as all the necessary equipment and materials for the activities, including any specific tools or props required for each activity are available.
Our experienced events team will work with you to plan and prepare all aspects of your team building activities, ensuring that everything is ready and in place on the day of your event. This means that you can simply focus on enjoying the activities and building stronger relationships with your colleagues or team members.
Yes, team building activities can be combined with meetings or conferences at our venue. We offer a range of indoor and outdoor team building activities that can be tailored to meet the needs of your group and can be integrated into your meeting or conference schedule.
This is an excellent way to break up the day and keep your attendees engaged and energised. Our venue’s experienced events team will work with you to plan and organise the team building activities alongside your meeting or conference, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and meets your specific requirements.
Yes, all of our meeting rooms at Alexandra House can be customised to suit your specific requirements and needs. Our meeting venue offers various room layouts and configurations to accommodate different types of meetings and events.
Whether you need a boardroom setup for a small meeting, a theatre-style setup for a presentation, or a U-shaped setup, you can tailor the room to meet your requirements and match the branding of your business.
All of our meeting rooms at Alexandra House are equipped with a range of audio-visual equipment to meet the needs of various meetings and events. This includes high-speed Wi-Fi, projectors, screens, flip charts, whiteboards, and video conferencing equipment.
The maximum capacity of our meeting rooms varies depending on the specific room and the layout chosen. Our meeting venue offers a range of meeting rooms that can accommodate groups of various sizes, from small intimate meetings to larger conferences and events.
Our largest meeting room available can accommodate up to 240 delegates in a theatre-style setup, while other rooms can accommodate smaller groups ranging from 10 to 150 delegates. To determine the best meeting room for your specific needs and group size, it’s best to consult with us directly.
The best time of day for meetings may vary depending on factors such as the type of meeting, the attendees’ schedules, and the purpose of the meeting. Generally, many professionals prefer scheduling meetings during mid-morning or mid-afternoon time slots, as people tend to be more alert and productive during those times.
Scheduling meetings earlier in the day can help to ensure that attendees are less likely to be distracted or fatigued by other tasks and responsibilities. The best time of day for a meeting will depend on the specific needs and schedules of those involved, so it’s important to consider these factors when planning the meeting.
At Alexandra House, we offer a range of meeting rooms to suit your specific needs and budget. Our prices vary depending on the size of the room, the duration of the event, and any additional amenities you require. Our meetings for change delegate packages start from £35 including main meeting room hire, unlimited refreshments, a buffet lunch and more.
We offer flexible pricing options for longer events or for those that require multiple rooms. Our 24hr day delegate rate package includes accommodation, main meeting room hire and catering options for meeting events, meaning delegates can relax whilst making use of the wonderful facilities and amenities that we offer onsite.
Our team are always happy to work with you to create a package that suits your needs and budget, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss your requirements.
While the terms “meeting room” and “conference” are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to different types of events.
A meeting typically involves a smaller group of people in an intimate and smaller space who gather to discuss specific topics, make decisions, or share information.
A conference is a larger event that involves multiple sessions, speakers and activities. The main difference between a meeting and a conference is the size of the event and the level of engagement and interaction among participants.
Alexandra House is equipped to handle both meetings and conferences with a range of room sizes and setups available.
Our conference venue is fully equipped to host successful and engaging events. Our venue is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment to meet your specific needs and requirements.
We provide a range of equipment, including LCD projectors, screens, flipcharts, and whiteboards. Our conference rooms are also fitted with high-speed Wi-Fi access, which ensures seamless connectivity for all your guests.
- LCD projectors
- Screens
- Flipcharts (on request)
- Whiteboards
- Free Wi-Fi Access
- HDMI
- Stationary
It’s important to book our wedding venue as early as possible to ensure that you can secure your desired date and avoid disappointment. The ideal time to book your wedding venue is 12-18 months in advance, especially if you are planning to have your wedding during peak season or on a popular date.
Yet at Alexandra House, we do offer last-minute wedding dates for those looking to book their wedding last minute. This includes last-minute wedding packages from as little as £3,500 enabling you to secure the perfect venue at such short notice.
If you have a specific date in mind, it’s best to book our venue as soon as possible, even if it’s further in advance. By booking early, you’ll have ample time to plan and prepare for your big day, and you’ll also have more flexibility in choosing other vendors such as caterers, photographers, and florists.
At Alexandra House, we provide 150 spacious and comfortable bedrooms to accommodate your wedding guests. Whether your guests are staying for one night or extending their stay for two or three nights, we offer preferential rates to your friends and family to ensure that your big day is complete.
All of our bedrooms are well-appointed with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee-making facilities.
Yes, our wedding venue welcomes the opportunity for you to host your wedding on our beautifully landscaped outdoor grounds accommodating up to 600 guests. Our stylish wedding venue offers a stunning gazebo set upon 20 acres of countryside gardens with outdoor catering options available.
Our wedding planners at Alexandra House are responsible for coordinating all aspects of your wedding. Our team will work closely with you and your partner to understand your preferences for your special day, and then provide guidance on vendors, budgeting, and scheduling.
Our wedding planners are on hand to help you manage the logistics of the event, such as ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the day of the wedding, handling any unexpected issues that may arise, and ensuring that all vendors are paid on time.
Yes, you can customise your wedding package according to your specific requirements. Our wedding packages include a wide range of catering, room layout and drink options, including an evening finger buffet, a hog roast, canapes and more.
Our experienced and professional wedding team at Alexandra House will work with you to create the perfect wedding package tailored to your special day.
Our bedrooms are dog friendly, please let us know when booking that you’ll be bringing your furry friend! There is a supplement of £25 per stay to have your pet with you. View our Pet Policy.
Amenities include:
- Desk or workspace
- Showere over Bathtub (excluding adapted rooms)
- Hairdryer
- TV
- High-speed internet
- En suite bathroom
- Coffee/Tea
All bedrooms are either a double, twin or king bed.
Please refer to your booking confirmation terms and conditions.
Please refer to your booking confirmation terms and conditions.
You can check in from 3pm on the day of your stay.
Check out is 11am.
For room availability and to book a stay at Alexandra House please visit our booking page.
To keep things simple, we ask that payments are made via the main organiser of the booking.
As part of our efforts to deliver more efficient services for our customers, we are a cashless venue. We can accept payment via card only for all onsite charges including food and beverages. All major credit & debit cards will be accepted.
All our leisure facilities are open, subject to maintenance. Please contact us for opening times and details of facilities available during your visit.
Our guests love getting dressed up and it really does add that extra special feeling to the night, so get those glad rags out and smarten up!
A bar will be available. We are a cashless venue, so please remember to bring your debit & credit card.
There are plenty of free spaces to park your car.
That’s not a problem, please inform us when you make your booking and menu choices 6 weeks prior to your party date. We have full allergen information, should you wish to see this.
Yes, of course. Feel free to bring name cards to put on the table so everyone knows where to sit.
Guests must be 18 years or older.
Yes of course, the more the merrier as long as we aren’t fully booked. Please contact us to amend your booking.
These will be available on your table when you arrive. A bar is also available should you require further drinks throughout the evening.
Joiner party nights: There are no minimum numbers. Private party nights: Minimum numbers of 75.
There are lots of exciting things to do in the local area, you can see the complete list of attractions and events on our Things to do page. This includes Barbury Castle, Cotswold Water Park, STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway and the Annual Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in July.
Yes, we offer room service for a charge of £5 per order. View our room service menu.
Children are very welcome at our venue. You can view our child policy here.
You need to be 18 years old to book at room at Alexandra House.
Send our wedding coordinators a message to book a venue visit here
We offer a range of meeting room hire packages that are designed to suit your specific needs for day rates and 24 hour rates, please speak to our team to discuss our latest meeting room packages.
Unfortunately, you cannot use external caterers. We offer a wide range of wedding catering options so there’s something for everyone.
Our packages are offered for 40 – 150 people, if you’d like a smaller wedding, please contact our team to discuss your requirements.
You can find our brochure here
Yes, we offer a range of packages with appropriate catering options. We offer sit-down meals, evening buffets, young guests menu, canapés, hog roast or BBQ options. There’s something to suit every couple.
Yes, please contact our wedding team to book your reception.
Yes, outside, away from the main hotel reception area and must be biodegradable.
Yes
Midnight, unless authorised in advance by the Hotel Manager
If you are interested in availability for one of our event spaces and would like to book a tour for your upcoming event, please complete the contact form and our team will get back to you.
Yes, please speak to our events team to discuss your charity event.
If you are interested in availability for one of our event spaces, please complete the contact form on our enquiry page here – https://www.swindonalexandrahouse.co.uk/contact
To check availability for our meeting, conference or training rooms, please complete the contact form on our enquiry page.
We have plenty of outdoor space that is perfect for team building and ample space in our meeting rooms that is perfect for indoor team building activities.
We work with our partner OffLimits to offer specialised team building activities and evening entertainment including cracking brain-bending codes and Crystal Quest based on the popular TV classic.
Explore Team Building options.
To book a tour of our conference venue, please contact our team.
Catering can be provided in breaks to make sure that you are all functioning properly and we can also arrange buffets and multiple-course meals for your business event.
Our training rooms and meeting rooms are fully equipped with air conditioning, projection facilities with HDMI, pencils, pads, flip charts can be provided on request.
Video conferencing facilities can be provided on request with a supplement charge
Yes, we offer free wifi throughout the venue.
We offer double bedrooms, twin rooms, family rooms and superior rooms. Explore our bedrooms.
Our latest offers are available here.
Yes, we offer on-site, free parking for hotel guests and event attendees. With the exception of the electric charge points (see SyncEV app for details)
Our leisure facilities include an air conditioned gym with modern cardio equipment and weight machines. We also offer a heated swimming pool, steam room and hot tub. Outdoor tennis courts, please speak to a member of our reception team to hire rackets and balls.
Hotel guests can enjoy free access to our leisure facilities during their stay and can collect a complimentary towel at the gym reception.
To find out more about our equipment, opening times and memberships visit our Leisure page.
We’d love to hear about your experience at Alexandra House. We appreciate all feedback and thank you for taking the time to leave us a Google review. If you weren’t completely satisfied with your experience, please get in contact with our team as we’d love to know what we can do to improve our venue.
Alexandra House
Whittingham Drive
Swindon
SN4 0QJ
Yes. EV Charging, see SyncEV app for details. Guests are asked to contact the hotel prior to arrival for use of charging points and further instructions. Charging points are available for hotel guests only and guests are asked to bring their own charging cable.
Details below:
7KW Charge. CCS Connection Type 2.
£1 Connection Fee with 40p per KwH thereafter.
Our reception desk is open 24 hours per day.
The bar is open 10am – Late
We’re sorry to hear you can’t get through to our team. Please email reception.alexandrahouse@thevenuescollection.co.uk or complete our contact form and a member of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Alexandra House operates a social purpose framework to make sure the impact we have on the world around us is a positive one. Find out more about our sustainable practices here.
Yes, we offer delicious dishes in our restaurant. As well as having a comfortable bar and lounge area where you can spend your evening. Explore our food and drink options.
You can find our restaurant and bar menu here.
We have a comfortable bar and lounge area where you can spend your evening. Explore our food and drink options or view our bar & lounge menu.
Yes, many of our recipes are Gluten Free, marked with a GF. We also have a number of dishes that are marked as GFA which means they can be made Gluten Free on request.
Mon – Fri: 07:00 – 09:30
Saturday: 07:00 – 10:30
Sun & Bank Holidays: 08:00 – 10:30 (as of 29/01/2023)
Monday to Sunday 12pm – 9pm