Title: The Best 4 Star Hotels in Thaxted from $53 | Expedia.com

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![Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched). 

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family. 

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly. 

#red #windmill #sunset #uk #britain #england ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084872/5c112281-cd03-430e-b603-f1b719f7237d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)

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## Our top choices for Thaxted 4-star hotels

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6327/1379b9fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6327/57d0bbcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6327/2f6ec99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6400/6327/953db9b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel London Stansted Airport

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stansted-Hotels-Novotel-London-Stansted-Airport.h6327.Hotel-Information)

Stansted

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,162 reviews)

"Nice hotel really enjoyed my stay "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Michele

$94 nightly

$113 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stansted-Hotels-Novotel-London-Stansted-Airport.h6327.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17162000/17161972/efee71ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17162000/17161972/5d85d423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17162000/17161972/170ba5a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17170000/17162000/17161972/a7247ee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Clayton Hotel Cambridge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Cambridge-Formerly-Known-As-The-Tamburlaine-Hotel.h17161972.Hotel-Information)

Petersfield

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,008 reviews)

"We stayed there"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Pejman

$127 nightly

$152 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Cambridge-Formerly-Known-As-The-Tamburlaine-Hotel.h17161972.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26072/57b36722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26072/4fff267c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26072/646d353a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Park View (Terrace) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26100/26072/83c49f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### University Arms, Autograph Collection

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-University-Arms.h26072.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(572 reviews)

"Beautiful room, friendly staff."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Roger

$187 nightly

$224 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-University-Arms.h26072.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113320000/113319000/113318953/ae71e7c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113320000/113319000/113318953/d6604c5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113320000/113319000/113318953/b5410ef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113320000/113319000/113318953/w2084h1389x0y0-ea6a461e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Wilde Cambridge City Centre

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Wilde-Cambridge-City-Centre.h113318953.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

9.6/10

Exceptional

(183 reviews)

"Great central location - wonderful staff - we will return! "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Hilary

$152 nightly

$182 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Wilde-Cambridge-City-Centre.h113318953.Hotel-Information)

![Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6878/e48b5b3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Feature Room Premier | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6878/a1734f0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6878/b4888c75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6878/ada3c84b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gonville Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Gonville-Hotel.h6878.Hotel-Information)

Trumpington

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,010 reviews)

"Wonderful stay "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Laura

$160 nightly

$192 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Gonville-Hotel.h6878.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14300/14251/cd2dcc96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14300/14251/w3995h2667x0y0-11f2895b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14300/14251/edb9cc33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14300/14251/a394e6ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

[](https://www.expedia.com/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information)

Colchester

7.8/10

Good

(1,005 reviews)

"A beautiful hotel, rooms spacious and modern, close to the train station. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

K R

$67 nightly

$80 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information)

![Serves lunch and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8067/61f84570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8067/401bc454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8067/67b482f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8067/da04e69d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Cambridge City Centre

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Hilton-Cambridge-City-Centre.h8067.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"Great spot, friendly staff. Our room was quiet and clean, we would return."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Adél

$147 nightly

$176 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Hilton-Cambridge-City-Centre.h8067.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19417/2cca62f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19417/3c74445c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19417/7d9c1dbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19500/19417/3cabb5cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.com/Colchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Colchester.h19417.Hotel-Information)

Colchester

8.2/10

Very Good

(1,004 reviews)

"Clean and comfortable bed, helpful staff and good breakfast "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Kumiko

$69 nightly

$83 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Colchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Colchester.h19417.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54969/ecc14bb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54969/820f3411.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54969/efab23a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54969/1da001f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Quy-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h54969.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge

8.0/10

Very Good

(734 reviews)

"Room ok staff excellent "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Dale

$83 nightly

$100 total

Apr 2 - Apr 3

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Quy-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h54969.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50710000/50706500/50706499/dec656dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50710000/50706500/50706499/ac2df922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50710000/50706500/50706499/df1f572f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50710000/50706500/50706499/9dce0c43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Fellows-House-Cambridge.h50706499.Hotel-Information)

Chesterton

9.4/10

Exceptional

(455 reviews)

"Great staff!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Etebom

$140 nightly

$168 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Fellows-House-Cambridge.h50706499.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22462/9df33726.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22462/c831dace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22462/1cacf633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22462/b9d0da6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Graduate-Cambridge.h22462.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(797 reviews)

"Really impressed with this hotel. Rooms were lovely too. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Lewis

$180 nightly

$215 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Graduate-Cambridge.h22462.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19606/fde35674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19606/525766cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19606/9ef58cdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19606/fdca6bc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Down Hall Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-Down-Hall-Hotel.h19606.Hotel-Information)

Bishop's Stortford

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"The hotel staff were so welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The room was so comfortable and a great size too"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Mandeep

$150 nightly

$181 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-Down-Hall-Hotel.h19606.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7730000/7727400/7727331/c431bfc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cinema Signature Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7730000/7727400/7727331/a0801e0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7730000/7727400/7727331/71cfb518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7730000/7727400/7727331/741b3803.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Hotel-Du-Vin-Bistro-Cambridge.h7727331.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(898 reviews)

"Very nice hotel! Spacious rooms, central location. Great breakfast!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Konstantinos

$131 nightly

$157 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Hotel-Du-Vin-Bistro-Cambridge.h7727331.Hotel-Information)

![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13154/9b15399f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13154/3755b1a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13154/c12e1d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13200/13154/0effc83e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ware-Hotels-Hanbury-Manor-Marriott-Hotel-Country-Club.h13154.Hotel-Information)

Ware

8.4/10

Very Good

(790 reviews)

"Beautiful ex convent I understand set in wonderful grounds. The breakfast was excellent. Thankyou. Also looks like an amazing golf facility!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Camilla

$148 nightly

$177 total

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ware-Hotels-Hanbury-Manor-Marriott-Hotel-Country-Club.h13154.Hotel-Information)

![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880337/65140d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880337/8c22809e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880337/36604fa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1890000/1880400/1880337/b8d4bca9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### County Hotel Chelmsford

[](https://www.expedia.com/Chelmsford-Hotels-County-Hotel-Chelmsford.h1880337.Hotel-Information)

Chelmsford

8.0/10

Very Good

(551 reviews)

"Had a lovely 1 night stay at this hotel. Immaculate room with the most comfy bed. Lovely bar and restaurant downstairs. Great location, 10 minute walk into town. Would highly recommend. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Charlotte

$108 nightly

$129 total

Mar 20 - Mar 21

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Chelmsford-Hotels-County-Hotel-Chelmsford.h1880337.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11980000/11974900/11974900/67520da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Channels Hotel

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Chelmsford

9.6/10

Exceptional

(264 reviews)

"Really lovely hotel would recommend and will be returning next year "

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Joanne

$143 nightly

$171 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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### The Varsity Hotel & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Varsity-Hotel-Spa.h41854.Hotel-Information)

Cambridge City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(888 reviews)

"Very convenient. Helpful staff. Great views. "

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Feargal

$159 nightly

$191 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Saffron-Walden-Hotels-The-Cricketers.h27111404.Hotel-Information)

Saffron Walden

9.4/10

Exceptional

(278 reviews)

"Clean room, warm community m, great breakfast, and great drinks!"

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Mercedes

$111 nightly

$134 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Saffron-Walden-Hotels-The-Cricketers.h27111404.Hotel-Information)

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### The Great Hallingbury Manor

[](https://www.expedia.com/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-The-Great-Hallingbury-Manor.h2123886.Hotel-Information)

Bishop's Stortford

7.6/10

Good

(1,001 reviews)

"Everything was good. Reception staff very helpful and "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Karen

$105 nightly

$127 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Bishops-Stortford-Hotels-The-Great-Hallingbury-Manor.h2123886.Hotel-Information)

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### YHA Cambridge - Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-YHA-Cambridge-Hostel.h11518406.Hotel-Information)

Petersfield

8.4/10

Very Good

(237 reviews)

"Staff were extremely helpful and kind. Room was clean and tidy. Service was very good. 10/10 stay for seeing Cambridge. "

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Samuel

$45 nightly

$53 total

Mar 10 - Mar 11

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-YHA-Cambridge-Hostel.h11518406.Hotel-Information)

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43 Baddow Road Chelmsford England

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$190 total

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## Learn more about Thaxted

This medieval market town captivates visitors with its magnificent Thaxted Guildhall and John Webb's Windmill overlooking the countryside. Explore the grand parish church where Gustav Holst composed 'The Planets' or time your visit for the annual Thaxted Festival celebrating classical music.

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![Lovely walk on local public pathway with fantastic views of Windmill known variously as John Webb's Mill or Lowe's Mill.

Thaxted Windmill is a grade II listed tower mill on the edge of the historic hilltop town of Thaxted, about 6 miles south east of Saffron Walden. The mill stands 48 feet high, and is made of red brick, with four wooden sails.

The mill was erected in 1804 on land owned by John Webb, a successful businessman who owned a number of properties locally, including a brick and tile work, and the local Swan Inn. There were 4 other mills in Thaxted at the time, but these were traditional post mills, whereas Webb's Mill was built to a tower design (a post mill rotates the entire body of the structure around a central column, while a tower mill rotates a moveable cap to which the sails are attatched). 

The family of millers who worked the mill were the Lowe family, and so the building is sometimes referred to as Lowe's Mill. Interestingly, one of the recent leaders of the John Webb’s Windmill Trust that runs the mill is a direct descendent of the Lowe family. 

The building material was local brick, fired just half a mile away, and there were 3 sets of millstones. The mill was in operation for just over a century, but by 1907 it was uneconomic to keep open. The advent of efficient steam engines made wind power less appealling and more costly. 

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## Top Thaxted Hotel Reviews

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### Clayton Hotel Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Great comfy bed "

[](https://expedia.com/Cambridge-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Cambridge-Formerly-Known-As-The-Tamburlaine-Hotel.h17161972.Hotel-Information)

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### The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place in a great location. The rooms were spacious and clean and the gym was much better than I was expecting. The on site restaurant was very good and efficient and the underground parking garage was a simple process. If I ever go back to Cambridge, I will definitely stay here again."

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### Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, lovely bar area. Spacious room and comfy large bed."

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### Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

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### Gonville Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed before and will stay again."

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### Novotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is perfect and the staff are so helpful and friendly . We will most definitely be staying here again . "

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### University Arms, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We always enjoy our stays at this lovely hotel. The staff, especially the concierge, are always 100%."

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### Wilde Cambridge City Centre

10/10 Excellent

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### Down Hall Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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## Find out more about Thaxted

The outset of any trip kicks off with picking a wonderful location. Thaxted is a popular destination with guests because it offers so much. But, "location, location, location" applies to more than just your vacation destination. Now that you have a feel for Thaxted, it is time you to learn a little more about your home away from home.

### Properties as Gorgeous as the City

Thaxted saw its fair share of visitors last year. Our comment section features tips and tricks that can help you narrow down your choices. The hotels found here strive to make your stay as enjoyable as your evenings out in Thaxted. These hotels strive to make their grounds and facilities pleasing during your stay. You won't need to search long for a delicious breakfast, to keep up with your workout routine, or an invigorating plunge. 

Rooms have been configured to keep your utmost comfort in mind, with amenities like ultra-comfortable bedding, and in-room tea or coffee, and designer bathroom products. So, lay back and unwind. Moreover, if you find that you are need of something else, you can rest easy the staff will try their best to ensure you continue to be pleased during your stay. These properties are so nice that you'll regret the day you have to return back home.

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