Name: Holiday Inn London Watford Junction by IHG
Address: 65-67 Clarendon Road, Watford District, England, United Kingdom, Watford District, Hertfordshire, GB
Price range: $85–$708 per night
Rating: 8.63

What guests think

At Holiday Inn London Watford Junction by IHG, travellers highlight the extremely convenient location by Watford Junction for London links and the Harry Potter Studios bus, consistently friendly staff, generally clean rooms, and a solid, well liked breakfast.

Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, though some are small or show wear, and a few guests reported heating or air conditioning issues and occasional noise. Service shows occasional inconsistencies, including slow check ins, missed wake up calls or promised extras, and isolated poor interactions. Evening dining and restaurant hours receive mixed feedback, with some finding prices high and peak periods hectic. Overall, expect a practical base with a few operational quirks.

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Facilities

On site parking is available and often noted as convenient or good value. Public areas include a bar/lounge and a Starbucks; a few guests felt some spaces need refreshing.

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10

Gil

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Modern room, great service and convenient parking. Would return for sure

10

Erica

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Great stay! I am usually at Jurys Inn but tried HI and much prefer it. Gym, Starbucks, closer to the station, great staff. This will be my go to hotel in Watford now!!!

10

Christopher

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, good bar, good breakfast. It provided everything we needed at a reasonable price.

10

Anna

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were amazing and a real credit to the hotel. parking was great, clean room with plenty of space, lovely shower, breakfast was lovely

10

Kelly

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good parking, very reasonable rate over the bank holiday and a very comfortable room

10

Ben

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for a concert at Wembley. Really close to the station and not far from the town to get food. Clean, really friendly staff especially the trainee receptionist who’s name I didn’t get but he was very helpful discussing the parking which is cheap (for London) Clean room, nice shower and facilities with reusable shower gel/conditioner ect

8

karen

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed here several times. We choose it for close proximity to train station and onward short journey for London and Watford town for resturants and bars. Hotel has an onsite carpark which is a bonus. Hotel rooms clean and comfy with everything we need for a short stay esp tea / coffee making facilities and air con and good blackout curtains. Negative point- The safe to low for us to use. Breakfast was chaotic on saturday morning no where to sit and no cutlery. Not all hot food available . Sunday was much more comfortable loads of room and all food avaiable Negative points- only one coffee machine for everyone so slow! Weekend breakfast time now finishes at 10am used to be 11am. The outside seating area is very tired and not appealing and hasnt had any TLC for several years. Some seats dont have cushions used to like sitting out there in the evening but would rather go out now.

10

Nathalie

Oct 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were all so lovely and helpful (especially Thomas). Food for breakfast was very good and I loved having a Starbucks onsite!

10

Linda

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel very close to train station - 20mins to Euston. Parking £8 overnight. Good option on outskirts of London

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karen

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay here once a year for easy access to train station to London. Hotel also has parking. Room comfy with what we need for a short stay. Breakfast always seems chaotic on the weekend we are there waiting for table and waiting for breakfast items to be replenished. The downside of the room which i mention every year the room safe is on the floor and not accessible to some of us.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are regularly described as clean. A few reviews mention wear and tear, stale odours or bathroom issues like mould and limescale.

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Lewis

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mould in the bathroom, domestic in the hallway @ 3AM.

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Craig

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Modern, clean and great service. Beds comfortable and soft fluffy pillows. Breakfast was a highlight too. Nice welcoming space and hotel is ideally located

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Alamgir

Apr 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel offers excellent service and the staff is very accommodating. There's ample parking available. However, the property appears slightly outdated, and the rooms are somewhat small, likely due to its prime location. Additionally, there were noticeable scale stains on the faucets, which could be easily remedied. Personally, I'm not a big fan of carpets in hotel rooms. The carpets here seemed worn out - a thorough steam cleaning of the carpets in each room would significantly enhance the comfort level of the hotel. Despite these minor issues, my overall experience during my 3-night stay was very good.

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So

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed for 2 nights. The hotel offers an excellent location right next to the Watford Junction station, and a 5-muinutes walk to the Watford High Street. The room was clean and well-maintained. We opted for the breakfast and it was a good choice. Not a wide food selection but everything served was of great quality. Very nice coffee too! The staff were also very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.

10

Cherrell

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, everything you need, breakfast was lovely, staff are very friendly

10

Anna

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were amazing and a real credit to the hotel. parking was great, clean room with plenty of space, lovely shower, breakfast was lovely

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GARY

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was dealt with in professional manner.Room was lovely and clean.

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Alison

Oct 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately this hotel was very disappointing and certanly not to the standard we are used to when staying with Travel lodge. The room was unkempt. It smelt stale. The towels and bedding were clean. The road was very noisy at night. Delivery trucks parking near the hotel with the hazzard lights lighting up the room. Lots of buses and sirens. We were not asked it everything had been ok when checking out.

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Paula

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

Noticed more wear and tears that needs some attention but overall a nice stay.

10

wendy

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel for Watford Junction station. Hotel really clean & quiet. All staff helpful

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable, modern and often quiet, though some are small or dated. Recurring issues include heating or air conditioning faults, occasional noise, soft or fold out beds, and minor maintenance problems.

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Mohammed Zakir

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heater in room was not working and it was cold. Also found staff member not very helpful. Usually the hotel is good but this time round was not a nice experience.

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Sarah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast, comfortable bed and v quiet at night. Evening meals were not great but the town centre is walking distance with plenty of restaurants.

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Priya

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is located near the Watford Junction train and bus station and is within walking distance of it. The hotel is modern and the room was nice. Staff were very friendly. This is a great hotel to stay at if you are visiting Harry Potter World as the shuttle bus to the studios is from the Bus stops near the train station which is quite close to the hotel . Despite the hotel being near to the train and bus station I did not hear any noise pollution at night . I would highly recommend this hotel and I would stay here again. 5*****

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Chris

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Generally good stay, but beds uncomfortable, especially fold out bed for our daughter, which had loose springs.

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Emma

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very cramped, couldnt open toilet door properly and missing

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Holly

Apr 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel and Staff were nice, but our room was looking a little tired around the edges (peeling wallpaper, broken tiles in bathroom, vents not fitted correctly)

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Alison

Oct 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately this hotel was very disappointing and certanly not to the standard we are used to when staying with Travel lodge. The room was unkempt. It smelt stale. The towels and bedding were clean. The road was very noisy at night. Delivery trucks parking near the hotel with the hazzard lights lighting up the room. Lots of buses and sirens. We were not asked it everything had been ok when checking out.

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Stacey

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location for us getting the train to Wembley. Clean, lovely big room.

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kevin

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I DO NOT RECOMMEND this hotel at all. The air conditioning did not work. We notify the stuff immediately. After 4 hours there was still no solution. We notify again, and again, no solution. Finally, at 10:00 pm, after we showed our strong dissatisfaction, they offered us another room. However, the air conditioning in that room would turned itself off every two hours. We went to this hotel to get a much needed sleep before a ten hours flight but left there more tired than we were before. If you want to test, stay away from this place.

10

Irene

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and the room is cozy and comfortable.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful and welcoming. However, there are occasional lapses such as long check-ins, missed requests (e.g., wake up calls or promised extras), inconsistent attitudes, or difficulty resolving issues.

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Iain

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spent over 30 minutes checking in. Longest check-in I’ve had in about 5 years

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Gui yu

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Travel nearly 20 years. Never see any hotel checkin staff such as rude , arrogant and racist manner , the funny thing she is NOT even white . Such terrible experience ! Should be zero star of the service !

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Christopher

Oct 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Was very welcoming from the moment we walked in, Thomas on the desk was great and helpful, and the gentleman later who helped with a late checkout. Hotel was clean, very friendly, food was delicious.

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Jacqueline

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We found the staff very friendly and helpful, our economy broke at 10pm and we were moved to another room with no fuss, restaurant staff were also a credit to the hotel, our only comment would be that the food quality was not of a very good standard, based on other hotels we have used. The room was very clean even in corners where other people miss, a credit to the cleaning staff.

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Tsubasa

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything just worked! No hassle. Accommodated an early check-in (this only based on availability) which was very much appreciated after long journey.

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Cherrell

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, everything you need, breakfast was lovely, staff are very friendly

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Anna

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were amazing and a real credit to the hotel. parking was great, clean room with plenty of space, lovely shower, breakfast was lovely

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Zac

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Holiday Inn Watford Junction offers a convenient location, especially for those traveling by train, with easy access to both the station and nearby attractions. Some of the staff were genuinely helpful and went out of their way to assist us during our stay, which made a positive impression. However, this wasn’t consistent across the board, as some staff members seemed disinterested and less attentive. Our biggest issue was the WiFi. It was, by far, the worst hotel WiFi we’ve ever experienced. Loading a basic email was painfully slow, and we eventually had to head down to the lobby for a more stable connection. If you’re planning on working or streaming from your room, this could be a significant drawback. Despite these setbacks, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and we appreciated the modern amenities and overall atmosphere of the hotel. If WiFi quality isn’t a top priority for your stay, the hotel still offers good value, especially considering its prime location.

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Malcolm

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tele didn't work otherwise all good. PS Tele was fixed by your receptionist.

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Kirsi

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff

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Location

Excellent location beside Watford Junction, ideal for trains to London and Wembley and the Harry Potter Studio Tour, with shops and restaurants a short walk away.

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Peter

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ideally situated for Warner brothers studio tour and Watford main street is within walking distance.

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Priya

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is located near the Watford Junction train and bus station and is within walking distance of it. The hotel is modern and the room was nice. Staff were very friendly. This is a great hotel to stay at if you are visiting Harry Potter World as the shuttle bus to the studios is from the Bus stops near the train station which is quite close to the hotel . Despite the hotel being near to the train and bus station I did not hear any noise pollution at night . I would highly recommend this hotel and I would stay here again. 5*****

10

Lionel

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel and perfect transport location with short walk to Watford Junction train station

10

Christopher

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location, good bar, good breakfast. It provided everything we needed at a reasonable price.

8

WILLIAM

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel and perfectly situated near to Watford Junction railway station. Ideal base for our trip to Wembley and London.

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Greg

Feb 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in Watford for two nights. Went to the Harry Potter Studios. This hotel is in the perfect location to Watford station. Easy walking distance to food and supplies as well.

10

Christina

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were all exceptionally friendly. So close to station, would recommend.

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susan

May 13, 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

perfect location. 2 mins from buses and trains. Shops and restaurants within walking distance.

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JAMES

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A good location within line of sight of Watford Junction railway station.

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Linda

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel very close to train station - 20mins to Euston. Parking £8 overnight. Good option on outskirts of London

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Dining

Breakfast is widely appreciated for quality. Evening dining draws mixed feedback due to limited or early closing hours, occasional queues or slow replenishment at busy times, and some comments on high prices or average dishes.

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Sarah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast, comfortable bed and v quiet at night. Evening meals were not great but the town centre is walking distance with plenty of restaurants.

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Laura

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

advertised food when you want, when enquired about this on 2 separate occasions was informed by the bar staff that they don't serve any food before 5pm and after 9pm but you can order a takeaway, this was at 4.50pm and 9.10pm

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Kim

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Can't fault this hotel on anything at all, we had a crisis and needed an ambulance at 2h00am and the staff were amazing. food was great, reasonable and breakfast was lovely too. Super impressed. will definately be back.

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So

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed for 2 nights. The hotel offers an excellent location right next to the Watford Junction station, and a 5-muinutes walk to the Watford High Street. The room was clean and well-maintained. We opted for the breakfast and it was a good choice. Not a wide food selection but everything served was of great quality. Very nice coffee too! The staff were also very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.

10

Cherrell

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, everything you need, breakfast was lovely, staff are very friendly

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Helen

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were all amazing.Everyone we dealt with was friendly, smiley and helpful.Made us feel so welcome. Also the one evening meal and two breakfasts we had were excellent. Bathroom was clean and attractive.

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Christopher

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

On site food is very expensive for what they are serving, especiallythe breakfasts. Looked elsewhere for cheaper alternatives

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Mr Brian

Nov 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, very convenient to everything we wanted. Helpful and friendly staff. Good breakfast and nice restaurant menu.

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peter

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Restaurant closed early in the evening not to advertised time

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karen

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay here once a year for easy access to train station to London. Hotel also has parking. Room comfy with what we need for a short stay. Breakfast always seems chaotic on the weekend we are there waiting for table and waiting for breakfast items to be replenished. The downside of the room which i mention every year the room safe is on the floor and not accessible to some of us.

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Month	Average price
January	$132
February	$127
March	$136
April	$139
May	$176
June	$177
July	$210
August	$160
September	$181
October	$150
November	$141
December	$127

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4 $283	5 $140
6 $111	7 $165	8	9 $237	10 $100	11 $104	12 $194
13 $93	14 $175	15	16 $194	17 $90	18 $113	19 $188
20 $88	21 $151	22 $708	23	24 $88	25 $123	26 $204
27 $92	28 $203	29	30 $213

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $124	2 $147	3 $170
4 $99	5 $180	6 $264	7 $188	8 $99	9 $99	10 $125
11 $93	12 $225	13 $195	14 $246	15 $94	16 $104	17 $151
18 $90	19 $169	20 $213	21 $214	22 $104	23 $107	24 $124
25 $85	26 $169	27 $213	28 $188	29 $113	30 $110	31 $132

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