The Swan Hotel in Runnymede

Went to the Swan with the family having met there quite a few times over the years.The positives.The staff are friendly, the location on the banks of the Thames is good too.The food was tasty...The negatives.Food was expensive for what it was and certainly not value for money. This wasn't just my opinion but that of the whole party.I had the "Isle of Wight tomato, caper, black olive and basil bruschetta" to start. This was £6.75 and consisted of a small slice of bread, about 3/4 of a tomato, some capers and black olives drizzled with some olive oil.....For the main I had the Chalcroft beef burger at £15.25. This consisted of a burger that was approx 4 inches across with gouda, lettuce "special sauce" and a small cup of triple cooked chips.Although tasty, small and sadly not value for money.My wife had the mozzarella salad, this was a fairly generous portion and she was happy with the taste and portion size.For the main she had the linguine, broccoli, squash and sun blushed tomatoes. This was basically a child's portion. Despite the size of the plate, the bowl part of it that contained the pasta was smaller than a small dessert bowl. This was £13.75.To be honest both mains were overpriced for what they were and were both small.We were surprised on how quiet the pub was for a Bank Holiday too.Despite the fact that we have been here many times in the past, this will be the last visit here, which is a shame. I don't mind paying a premium for good food, however this in my opinion is simply not worth it.

We visited via boat the moorings were good. They had a great selection of beers. Really helpful people a pleasant atmosphere and location.

Nice lunch food by River Thames near Staines Bridge on South Side. Good selection beer in an old pub/hotel. Enjoy. Parking only downside during busy hours.

Great food and great setting. I do feel it’s abit over priced though!

Finally remembered to review the Swan. So I remember this place from my childhood in the 80s and 90s fondly. Fast forward a few decades! The Swan today is a really nice place to be, sympathetically updated to modern standards, with nice food and good selection of drinks. Staff are friendly and offer good service too. Spacious and comfortable seating, a real fire and views of the Thames too. I’m not hating on Staines but this must be one of the best place in Staines by a mile. Look forward to many future return visits.

The pub is friendly. The hotel is nice and quaint. The location is excellent, especially in the summer. However the food in the restaurant is very disappointing. If it wasn't for the staff and their service level, it would have got 2 stars from me.

Great, but unfortunately the shower didn't drain! I'm sure they will have sorted that by now though. A good place to stay, right on the river

Got there at 2.45 for lunch but had to eat in the bar as apparently there was going to be a party in the restaurant at 5. Why they can't clear a table for 2 in 2 hours is Inexplicable ! Apart from that the bar menu is not as good although the bar staff are excellent. Fish and chips were good !

Nice friendly pub/hotel, I know it's a very old building, but hotel room floors very uneven, bit difficult as I wear a leg brace! staff amazingly helpful and friendly, just a shame they had ran out of milk, so no night time tea before bed and coffee in bar could only be offered with oat or soya milk!!! Generally, a good hotel that I would return to.

I‘m so happy this place is doing so well, it really deserves the good ratings. Everyone working there is so friendly and made us feel at home straight away. Great interior, amazing food and nice touches everywhere. Room was spacious and very clean. Our Sunday roast was especially nice, so was the breakfast. Can absolutely recommend!