We went on a Tuesday night for drinks and pizzas in the bar area. There were quite a few people in there early evening and the atmosphere was really nice and welcoming.

The freshly cooked pizzas were very tasty and the drinks well kept.

Bar staff really friendly and efficient. We really enjoyed our evening :-)

Stayed overnight while visiting Stafford and ate evening meal in the bar, and breakfast next day.

Accommodation was excellent, very large room, although the bed was definitely a double and looked a bit lost given the size of the room.

Food was disappointing, the lamb burger tasted like a birds eye grill steak.

Breakfast the next day was confused by a menu which displayed prices when we thought breakfast was included (which it was). Full English should have been on a smaller plate to make it look less sparse, and one cup of coffee was quite miserly.

Whilst out with elderly parents in Stafford at the weekend we called into the Swan for a light lunch and I have to say I was blown away by the place. The outside doesn't really do it justice but inside - WOW! Great character and full of history (ask at reception and they will print you off the full history of the hotel; a great touch). We sat in bar overlooking the garden and close to the beautiful roaring log burner. I thought the service was very good, a lovely balanced menu catering for both lighter and full lunches and the food was very good although the smoked haddock rarebit was a little on the meager side in terms of it's value for money. We walked into the restaurant just for a nose, and had a couple of staff asking us if we needed any help which was good. I would definitely recommend this hotel for dining; didnt see the rooms so cant comment on the accommodation.

I have stayed in this hotel on two occasions whilst attending functions in Stafford town centre.
The rooms are lovely and unique due to the age of the hotel and the staff very friendly.
The bar and bistro are also very good.
Highly recommended.