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Short-term rentals in Swindon for a few weeks are usually serviced homes, aparthotels or hotels, rather than tenancies. Since May 2026, new tenancies have no fixed end date, so landlords rarely offer short ones. Esho Stays has furnished homes in Cirencester, about 25 minutes from Swindon, from £100 a night.
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What are the options for a short-term rental in Swindon?
The main options for a short-term rental in Swindon are a serviced home or apartment, a hotel or aparthotel, or a room in a shared house. A tenancy suits stays of many months.
| Option | Best for | Typical length | Bills |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serviced home or apartment | Work stays, families between homes | 1 week to several months | Included |
| Hotel or aparthotel | Short work trips | 1 night to a few weeks | Included |
| Room in a shared house | One person on a budget | Varies | Often included |
| Private tenancy | Staying long term | Open-ended, two months’ notice to leave | Paid by you |
Can you still get a short tenancy in Swindon?
Short fixed-term tenancies are much harder to find since 1 May 2026. Under the Renters’ Rights Act, most new tenancies are periodic, with no fixed end date, and tenants give two months’ notice to leave. Shelter explains the changes in full.
That suits people staying long term. For a contract of a few weeks or months, most people now book serviced accommodation instead, which is booked by the night or week and includes bills and furniture.
A traditional furnished rooms sign. Photo for illustration. Photo from Pexels.
Who needs a short-term rental in Swindon?
People who need short-term rentals in Swindon are usually working on a contract, moving to the area, or between homes.
Contractors and project teams
Crews working on logistics parks, warehouses and housing sites around Swindon need a base for weeks or months.
Hospital staff
Great Western Hospital, near M4 junction 15, brings agency and placement staff on fixed contracts.
Families moving to Swindon
A furnished stay gives time to view areas and homes before signing a tenancy.
People between homes
A sale that completes early or a rental that falls through can leave a gap of a few weeks.
How much does a short-term rental near Swindon cost?
A short-term rental near Swindon with Esho Stays costs from £100 a night for a two-bedroom Cirencester home, with bills, Wi-Fi and linen included. Longer stays usually get a better weekly or monthly rate.
| Who is staying | Esho Stays home in Cirencester | From / night | 30 nights at starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| A couple | Ground-floor apartment | £100 | £3,000 |
| One or two people | 2-bed house with garden | £120 | £3,600 |
| A family | 3-bed house with garden | £130 | £3,900 |
| A crew of up to seven | 5-bed house with drive | £195 | £5,850 |
Starting rates as listed on eshostays.com in October 2026, before any long-stay discount.
Tips for booking a short stay near Swindon
Use the A419Cirencester sits on the A419, which runs straight to Swindon. Allow longer at rush hour around the town’s junctions.
Book directBooking direct with a serviced accommodation provider usually avoids platform fees and makes extending easier.
Ask for a weekly rateFor stays of a week or more, ask for a weekly or monthly price rather than paying the nightly rate.
Where to stay for a short-term rental near Swindon
Esho Stays does not currently have homes in Swindon. Our nearest homes are in Cirencester, about 15 miles away.
£195 / night5-bed house with drive, Cirencester
- 5 bedrooms
- 7 beds
- 3 bathrooms
- Drive for 2 to 3 vehicles
- Enclosed garden
Five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a drive for two to three vehicles.
See the 5-bed house
£100 / nightGround-floor apartment, Cirencester
- 2 bedrooms
- Exposed stone and beams
- Private entrance
- Private patio
A ground-floor flat with exposed stone and a private entrance in central Cirencester.
See the ground-floor apartmentContractors can also read our guide to contractor accommodation in Cirencester.
Frequently asked questions
Can I rent a furnished flat in Swindon for one month?
A one-month tenancy is now unusual, because new tenancies since May 2026 have no fixed term and need two months’ notice to end. For one month, a serviced apartment, aparthotel or serviced home is usually the practical choice, with bills and furniture included.
Is serviced accommodation cheaper than a hotel for a month?
For a month, serviced accommodation is often cheaper than a hotel, especially for families or groups who would need more than one room. You also get a kitchen and washing machine, which cut food and laundry costs. For one person, the difference is smaller.
Do you have homes in Swindon?
Not at present. Esho Stays has homes in Gloucester, Cirencester, Coventry and near Malmesbury. Our Cirencester homes are about 15 miles from Swindon on the A419, which is a short drive for people working in north and west Swindon.
Do short-term rentals include bills?
Serviced homes and hotels include bills in the price. With Esho Stays, Wi-Fi, energy, water, linen and towels are all included. A private tenancy usually leaves bills to you, including council tax, energy and broadband.
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Need a short stay near Swindon?
Tell us your dates and who is staying, and we will check our Cirencester homes.
