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A well-maintained garden with picnic tables and a white picket fence.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a floral armchair, and a painting on the wall.

A table with four drinks and a menu board in an outdoor setting.

A neatly made bed with white linens and red polka dot headboards, a bedside lamp, and a window with floral curtains.

1. The Barrington Arms Hotel

1.3 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Kenneth

Rp1.761.140

Rp2.251.453 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the street.

The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating area, and a blue awning.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a wine glass and a book, and a wall-mounted lamp with a blue base.

2. Holiday Inn Express Swindon - West by IHG

West Swindon, 16.1 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

David

Rp1.100.983

Rp1.321.275 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned floor. Tables and booths are arranged for dining.

A motel with a neon sign, a wet driveway, and parked cars.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a large bowl of greenery, and a modern shelving unit.

3. Mollie's Oxford

12.5 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Rachael

Rp1.401.353

Rp1.681.624 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, a projector screen, whiteboards, and a cabinet with a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'Leonardo Hotels' sign, featuring a brick facade and large windows.

4. Leonardo Hotel Swindon

Queen's Park, 11.2 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Mark

Rp1.081.043

Rp1.297.251 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large building with a garden patio area featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas.

A tea service set with floral patterns, a tiered dessert stand with various pastries, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A room with a large window overlooking a garden with tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in wine rack.

5. Chiseldon House

12 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Doreen

Rp1.540.487

Rp3.049.744 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A cozy attic bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a bed with patterned pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view into the bathroom.

A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a brick fireplace, and a bar area.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view into a bathroom with a bathtub.

A narrow street with a pub named "The Greyhound" and a traditional half-timbered house.

6. The Greyhound Inn

13.3 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Vaughan

Rp2.432.348

Rp2.918.817 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, a clock, and a gear decoration on the wall.

A room with two beds, a wooden wall, a small table with a lamp, and a power outlet.

A cozy bar area with a wooden bar counter, cushioned stools, and pendant lighting.

A pub with outdoor seating and a sign reading "PUB & GRILL".

7. The Churchill By Greene King Inns

18 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Anthony

Rp1.020.985

Rp1.225.182 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rustic wooden interior with round tables and wicker chairs, large windows with plants, and a chandelier.

A wooden sign for "The Queens Pub Dining, Bedrooms, Beer Garden" with a view of a building in the background.

A bar with multiple beer taps, including brands like Guinness and Doom Bar Amber Ale.

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, and two paintings.

8. Queens Arms

17.4 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Peggy

Rp1.783.481

Rp2.140.226 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and wooden beams on the ceiling.

A traditional white building with a sign reading 'The White Hart Inn.' It features a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and two small covered areas with seating.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting of elephants, a green curtain, and a wooden wardrobe.

A staircase with glass railings and a potted plant beside it.

9. The White Hart

Lower Stratton, 7.6 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Adrian

Rp1.601.546

Rp1.921.856 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a patterned wallpaper, and a wooden wall.

A group of people sitting at a wooden table with a window view, a framed picture on the wall, and a small shelf with items.

A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, and a wall-mounted picture.

A red Defender vehicle parked in front of Helen Browning's Royal Oak.

10. Helen Browning's Royal Oak

6 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Caren

Rp2.205.328

Rp2.646.394 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a brick building in the background.

A row of traditional stone houses with green doors, a narrow cobblestone street, and lush greenery.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A bar area with wooden flooring, blue bar stools, hanging plants, and a bar counter with various items.

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon

South Swindon, 11.5 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Jenn

Rp1.241.198

Rp1.489.438 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

12. Premier Inn Swindon Town Centre

Queen's Park, 11.3 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Michelle

Rp1.020.985

Rp1.225.182 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An arched entrance with hanging lights, a staircase, and outdoor seating area.

A bedroom with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bed with a red and white patterned bedspread, and a television above the fireplace.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a fireplace, a TV, and a large mirror.

A luxurious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chandelier, and a Christmas tree.

13. The Old Crown Coaching Inn

6.9 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Andrew

Rp1.463.413

Rp1.756.095 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern building with large windows and a cafe on the ground floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom.

A multi-level underground parking garage with several cars parked.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with colorful stools, and a visible restaurant in the background.

14. Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre by IHG

Queen's Park, 11.4 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Idanesha

Rp1.141.101

Rp1.369.321 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a bathroom area.

A window with a curtain rod and a curtain.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a Christmas tree.

A white building with a sign reading "The Bell" and "BASINBY" on the facade, featuring a traditional architectural style with a tiled roof and multiple windows.

15. Bell at Ramsbury

18.3 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

David

Rp2.001.852

Rp2.402.319 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, wooden steps, and hanging flower baskets.

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a dartboard.

A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and hanging flower baskets.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden floor, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

16. The Sun Inn

South Swindon, 10 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Philip

Rp1.601.411

Rp1.921.693 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A cozy lounge area with leather armchairs, a patterned rug, and a vintage fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a balcony with a railing.

A dining table with a tray of food, a glass of red wine, and a small vase with flowers.

17. The Market Tavern

14.8 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Lynne

Rp2.189.233

Rp2.627.079 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A gym with multiple stationary bikes arranged in rows, a large screen displaying a presentation, and a dark-colored wall with a projector mounted on the ceiling.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in coffee machine, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a neon sign.

18. Village Hotel Swindon

West Swindon, 14.4 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Anonymous traveller

Rp1.046.010

Rp1.255.212 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a wooden deck.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon

16.2 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Katie

Rp1.106.068

Rp1.327.281 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A stone building with a sign reading "Masons Arms."

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

A bedroom with a large bed, a stone wall, a window with plants, and a painting on the wall.

20. The Masons Arms

16.7 km from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Cameron

Rp1.981.913

Rp2.378.296 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Barrington Arms Hotel	8.6 Excellent 133 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Swindon - West by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Mollie's Oxford	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Leonardo Hotel Swindon	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Chiseldon House	9.2 Wonderful 455 reviews	View

Top The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom Hotel Reviews

Sudbury House Hotel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful grounds and garden. Helpful staff. Comfortable room and bed, tasty breakfast. Only complaint, the front entrance is locked a little early for a Saturday evening, took 2 calls to get the entrance opened. But would recommend."

Leonardo Hotel Swindon

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyable stay. Had everything we needed"

The Crown Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very welcoming and perfect for what I need"

Stanton House Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great hotel, delicious food and very peaceful and quiet location with excellent parking!"

Holiday Inn Swindon by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This is an ideal hotel for a relaxing stay. A high standard is set and met in every aspect of the hotel. We would certainly stay there again."

The White Hart

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious & clean. Large double bed. Reasonable TV. Despite main roads being nearby noise was negligible. Breakfast is ordered the night before but not a problem & ingredients were good & cooked well. Evening meals were fine & reasonably priced. Staff were friendly. Bus service (S6 & 23) will take you into central Swindon."

The Old Crown Coaching Inn

8/10 Good

"Really nice hotel/pub and wine bar. Parking round the back was good to have , room clean and tidy just had a front room and a bit noisy with bus stop right outside but no main issue. Food in bar ok too, I’ll definitely stay again as and when working in this area"

The Highworth Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very nice people and a nice convenient place to stay. The building is outdated but that gives a bit of charm to the whole stay."

Other attractions near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

DCMT Library

After visiting DCMT Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shrivenham. Discover the bars in this quaint area or seek out the horse riding.

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Defence Academy Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Shrivenham at Defence Academy Golf Course. While in this quaint area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.

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Shrivenham Park Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Shrivenham at Shrivenham Park Golf Club. While in this quaint area, you can savour the bars and restaurants.

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Tuckmill Meadow

You can take time to visit Tuckmill Meadow during your travels to Shrivenham. Discover the bars in this quaint area or seek out the horse riding.

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Wrag Barn Golf & Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Highworth at Wrag Barn Golf & Country Club. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Wayland's Smithy

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Ashbury with a visit to Wayland's Smithy. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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Uffington Castle

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Uffington Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Uffington. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Uffington White Horse

9.2/10 (9 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Uffington with a trip to Uffington White Horse. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom?

The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom is located in Shrivenham. Travellers like this welcoming area for its bars and horse riding. You'll find 56 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom?

The Barrington Arms Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Saracens Head Hotel and The Hemmel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom.

What can I see and do near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom?

Faringdon Folly Tower, Great Coxwell Barn and Buscot Park are some of the local landmarks to explore. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Pentylands Country Park and Stanton Country Park. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Defence Academy Golf Course, Shrivenham Park Golf Club and Tuckmill Meadow while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom hotels

1. The Barrington Arms Hotel

2. Holiday Inn Express Swindon - West by IHG

3. Mollie's Oxford

4. Leonardo Hotel Swindon

5. Chiseldon House

6. The Greyhound Inn

7. The Churchill By Greene King Inns

8. Queens Arms

9. The White Hart

10. Helen Browning's Royal Oak

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon

12. Premier Inn Swindon Town Centre

13. The Old Crown Coaching Inn

14. Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre by IHG

15. Bell at Ramsbury

16. The Sun Inn

17. The Market Tavern

18. Village Hotel Swindon

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon

20. The Masons Arms

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Top The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom Hotel Reviews

Sudbury House Hotel

Leonardo Hotel Swindon

The Crown Inn

Stanton House Hotel

Holiday Inn Swindon by IHG

The White Hart

The Old Crown Coaching Inn

The Highworth Hotel

Other attractions near The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

DCMT Library

Defence Academy Golf Course

Shrivenham Park Golf Club

Tuckmill Meadow

Wrag Barn Golf & Country Club

Wayland's Smithy

Uffington Castle

Uffington White Horse

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