Location
This hotel is set in the Hertfordshire countryside in the south of England. Nearby places of interest include the Harry Potter Studio Tour (10-minute drive), Waddesdon Manor and Whipsnade Zoo (both around 25 minutes’ drive). Watford town centre is roughly 10 minutes by car and St. Albans is approximately 15 minutes away. Heathrow and Luton airports are within a 30-minute drive of the hotel and the train to London Euston takes 20 minutes.
Facilities
Guests have a choice of 8 junior suites, 4 single rooms and 205 double rooms. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Amenities include a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional facilities include a playroom. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car. Other services include a babysitting service, a childcare service, a transfer service, room service and a laundry service. A bicycle hire service gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently.
Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 215 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its pleasantly heated water and 3 outdoor and indoor pools. Children can splash around in a special swimming area just for them. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided. For guests who wish to keep active, tennis and golf are available. The water sports offered include aquafit. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, massage treatments, hydrotherapy treatments and Ayurveda treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can indulge their palates at the restaurant (smoking area, air conditioning and high chairs). Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Special culinary options, such as diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.
Café
Bar(s)
Games room
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Bicycle Hire
Car Park
Kids Club
Playground
Restaurant(s) with smoking area
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Currency Exchange
Lifts