The Cricketers Arms

–Excellent location - show map
+13 photos
Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.4

You might be eligible for a Genius discount at The Cricketers Arms. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.

Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.

About this property

Set within the rural village of Rickling Green overlooking the historic cricket ground, three-star rated The Cricketers Arms offers rooms with king-size beds and LCD TVs, just 15 minutes’ drive from Stansted Airport. With private bathrooms featuring power showers and luxury toiletries, rooms at The Cricketers Arms also provide free Wi-Fi, while some rooms include super king-size beds. The hotel’s restaurant features a regularly changing menu made with fresh, local ingredients as well as a Sunday roast and a children’s menu. The property has been awarded a Dinner Award for its food. Stansted Airport can be reached in 15 minutes by car, and the M11 motorway is just a short 3–minute drive away. Free parking is also available at The Cricketers Arms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available on-site

Sign in, save money

To see if you can save 10% or more at this property, sign in
Sign inCreate an account
Sign in, save money
 ! 

Please select one or more options you want to book

Availability

Prices converted to USD
We have no availability on our site for this property between Fri 31 Oct 2025 and Mon 3 Nov 2025

Select different dates to see more availability

Checking for other dates
—
Room type
Number of guests
Price
1 extra-large double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 extra-large double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 extra-large double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Not available on our site for your dates
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, cosy, incredible food and helpful staff. Brilliant if you have a dog, they couldn’t be more dog-friendly!”
Janette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely pub in a quaint village. Large room with very large bed. Excellent choice at breakfast.”
Fred
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect end to a holiday. Food was excellent and the room warm and comfortable. Would certainly recommend.”
Jeff
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The (full toss) was the perfect size for us, cooked perfectly & the was a good selection of breakfasts to cover everyone's needs 😀”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything perfect location for airport good food good drink and great room”
Robert
Australia Australia
“Comfortable, good food, ample parking. Handy to Duxford”
Marina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were lovely and nothing was too much bother. Both breakfast and food in the restaurant were great.”
Bernie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“One night stay - chose as close to airport. Staff were friendly and helpful. Easy check in, nice pint in the bar and really good breakfast. Great value for money and just a 15 minute drive to airport.”
Denise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Cricketers is handy for Stanstead Airport situated in a quiet village. The bed was really comfy and the food was excellent. We would definitely stay there again. It is worth pointing out that you can leave your car there and get a taxi to...”
Shelia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great food choice from breakfast to evening meal. Location great for our flight from Stansted. Staff very helpful and friendly. Good value for money”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Cricketers Arms

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

House rules

The Cricketers Arms takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the latest check-in on Christmas Day and Boxing Day is 17:00.

Check in on Sundays is available between 15:00 and 18:00 and there is no food served in the evenings on a Sunday.

Early check-in is possible from 12:00 for an additional fee of GBP 10 by prior arrangement.

Please inform The Cricketers Arms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.