Sun Hotel By Greene King Inns - Hitchin

$$$$||View on mapHitchin, United KingdomSun St, Hitchin, United Kingdom, SG5 1AF|
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Sun Hotel By Greene King Inns - Hitchin
Sun St, Hitchin, United Kingdom, SG5 1AF·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.1
Staff9.1
Free WiFi8.3
Cleanliness8.0
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Value for money7.9
Facilities7.5
Who stays here
Couples42%
Solo33%
Families12%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.5Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.1
Staff9.1
Free WiFi8.3
Cleanliness8.0
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Value for money7.9
Facilities7.5
Who stays here
Couples42%
Solo33%
Families12%
Groups9%

16th-century coaching inn in the center of Hitchin

Dining & Bar Experiences

The Sun Hotel's restaurant serves a wide range of global cuisine and traditional English dishes, with special offers such as two main meals and drinks for £25. The Cromwell Bar offers cask ales, premium lagers, and a selection of fine wines in a lively atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy outdoor seating on the hotel patio or in the courtyard, with seasonal events and festive dinners throughout the year.

Accommodations & Amenities

Each of the 32 en suite bedrooms at The Sun Inn Hitchin is styled in keeping with 16th-century traditions, offering a stay that reflects the building's history. Rooms include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer; some courtyard rooms have their own front door. Complimentary newspapers and a daily breakfast service (with full English options) add to the guest experience.

Location & Local Attractions

Situated on Sun Street in Hitchin's lively town center, the hotel is a two-minute walk to the market square, shops, and restaurants. Knebworth House is less than a 20-minute drive away, and the Hitchin Museum and Art Gallery is within a few minutes' walk. The Sun Hotel Hitchin also offers free parking on-site, with a dedicated car park behind the building accessed via Biggins Lane.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The Sun Hotel by Greene King Inns is a dog-friendly property, allowing guests to bring their pets to designated areas of the hotel. Pet bowls are provided, and the hotel's location near the town center makes it easy to walk dogs. The outdoor courtyard and patio offer additional space for pet owners to relax with their animals.

Special Offers & Packages

Beyond the two main meals and drinks deal for £25, the hotel runs seasonal promotions including festive dinners and football competitions. Breakfast is available daily with a choice of continental and cooked options, including scrambled eggs and smoked salmon on sourdough. The Sun Hotel also offers express check-in/check-out and a shared lounge/TV area for guests.

  • Dining: Restaurant with global cuisine and two meals + drinks for £25
  • Rooms: 32 historically styled en suite bedrooms with courtyard options
  • Location: Center of Hitchin, 20 min from Knebworth House
  • Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly with pet bowls and courtyard access
  • Offers: Seasonal festive dinners, football competitions, daily breakfast
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A american breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of cribs in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Polish, Russian, Latvian
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of rooms:28
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Rooms and availability

Classic Double Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds
Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Superior Room
  • Max:
    1 person
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Sun Hotel By Greene King Inns

💵 Lowest room price 75 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 9.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport London Luton, LTN

Location

Sun St, Hitchin, United Kingdom, SG5 1AF
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Sun St, Hitchin, United Kingdom, SG5 1AF
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Sun St, Hitchin, United Kingdom, SG5 1AF
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