The Aviator Hotel - Sywell

3-star Art Deco hotel on a working aerodrome in Sywell

Aviation-Theme & History

The Aviator Hotel Sywell occupies a 1930s building that originally served as a WWII pilot's clubhouse and officers' mess. The hotel displays original Art Deco architecture and furnishings throughout the main reception, bar, and restaurant areas. Historical memorabilia and photographs related to aviation and the airfield are placed across the public spaces.

Dining & Bar

The on-site Aviator Restaurant offers a menu built around locally sourced ingredients with an à la carte selection. An informal bar serves an extensive range of local ales, wines, and snacks. During warmer months, guests can dine on the garden terrace with direct views of aircraft movements on the aerodrome.

Rooms & Accommodation

The Aviator Hotel Sywell provides 59 en-suite bedrooms with Art Deco-inspired decor, tea and coffee making facilities, TVs, and seating areas. Deluxe Double Rooms include a bath with an overhead rain shower. All rooms are situated in a separate building across the car park from the main reception and restaurant.

Event & Business Facilities

The hotel offers multiple event spaces, including Hangar One, which can accommodate gatherings of 5 to 500 attendees. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for business conferences, weddings, and private celebrations. The venue supports family occasions with private gathering spaces and an outdoor terrace.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Aviator Hotel sits on Sywell Aerodrome, giving guests direct access to airfield activities, aviation events, and a volunteer-run aviation museum. The hotel is 6 km from Wellingborough town centre and 16 km from Northampton. Nearby attractions include the Great Billing Pocket Park and Silverstone Museum, a 30-minute drive away.

• History: Originally a WWII pilot's clubhouse and officers' mess
• Rooms: 59 en-suite bedrooms with Art Deco style
• Dining: Aviator Restaurant using locally sourced ingredients
• Events: Hangar One accommodates up to 500 guests
• Location: On Sywell Aerodrome with views of aircraft takeoffs
• Nearby: 6 km from Wellingborough, 16 km from Northampton