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About
Nestled within 110 acres of thriving woodland and landscaped gardens on the Hertfordshire-Essex border, Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate is one of England’s most established country house hotels. Whether you are seeking a restorative retreat in one of our award-winning luxury spa’s, a sophisticated culinary experience in our two AA Rosette-awarded Garden Room restaurant, or a picturesque venue for grand events, Down Hall offers an unparalleled escape. Within the hotel, Eden Spa offers four luxury treatment rooms, including a couples’ room, alongside a relaxation room, sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pool. Our latest offering, The Barn Spa, offers a tranquil, rustic setting designed for relaxation where guests can enjoy luxury British brand Bramley. Treatments and access to the Eden Spa is available by prior reservation and subject to an additional charge. Elegant bedrooms feature garden views, flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, combining classic character with contemporary comfort. Across the estate, guests can enjoy padel tennis, tennis, a fully equipped gym, croquet, and expansive grounds featuring a trim trail which is ideal for walking and relaxation. Dining is centered around the Garden Room Restaurant, where seasonal menus showcase produce from the hotel’s own kitchen garden. The Terrace offers al fresco dining in warmer months, while afternoon tea can be enjoyed all year round. Conveniently located near Bishop’s Stortford, the hotel is just 45 minutes from central London and 15 minutes from Stansted Airport. The 18 meeting rooms vary in size and combined with the 110 acres of ground, ensure that Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate is the perfect venue for any event.
381 Reviews
What Guests Say
- “The breakfast was a let down. I was not told of a menu for alternatives to the fry up and it was disappointing. The bacon was cold and…”
- “Everything was perfect! the venue, the location, the staff,the service , the cleanliness and the rooms.”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
Room Options
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1/3Estate Patio Room
- Additional toilet
- Bath or Shower
- Bidet
- Body soap
1/4Suite
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Prestige Double Room
- Additional toilet
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Executive Double or Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Additional toilet
- Bath or Shower
- Bidet
1/3Deluxe Double or Twin Room
1/4Double Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Additional toilet
- Bath or Shower
1/4Family Room
- Private bathroom
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What Guests Loved
Based on 381 reviews
Pros +
- Location
- The breakfast was a let down. I was not told of a menu for alternatives to the fry up and it was disappointing. The bacon was cold and tough.Had I known there were alternatives I would have chosen one.
- Everything was perfect! the venue, the location, the staff,the service , the cleanliness and the rooms.
Cons -
- Gym + payment to use the swimming pool!
- Only breakfast overall
- Water pressure in shower
Location
Gym + payment to use the swimming pool!
The breakfast was a let down. I was not told of a menu for alternatives to the fry up and it was disappointing. The bacon was cold and tough.Had I known there were alternatives I would have chosen one.
Only breakfast overall
Everything was perfect! the venue, the location, the staff,the service , the cleanliness and the rooms.
It’s an excellent old English style hotel. Tastefully refurbished. Good food. Nice staff. My only comment which I make at most hotels is that the water pressure delivery in the shower was poor. For me showers are very important.
Water pressure in shower
The breakfast was very good. The views from our bedroom was very nice. The sauna and steam room were excellent. We enjoyed all of the facilities and the staff were all ways very helpful.
The toilet would take ages to flush. The shower could have been more powerful. But these were minor problems.
The location is beautiful and decorations is wonderful
Steps on main building. I would like to thank the member of staff who was on duty in the morning of Tuesday he is male tall staff in dark blue suit. He love his job he treated us with the highest respect
Great deal of renovation happened. Food always excellent!
Carpets a little dated, could eventually do with some improvements there.
The hotel, the grounds and views, most of the staff with one exception, see below.
The man that ran the restaurant the night of 23rd Dec. Not only was it empty, not surprised as the prices are extortionate, but he was arrogant, ignorant and no customer service skills at all. Slammed the water glasses on our table, took the lamp from the next empty table and slammed that down too, great start.We asked what the catch of the day was, he mumbled something we didn't understand, asked him twice more and we still have no idea what he said. So we asked what is it, fish he replied, really Sherlock, so we asked is it a meaty fish, its white and fillet was Mr Personality's reply.So menus down and off to the bar we went, 100% professional and friendly service from the team in there.
Beautiful hotel
We were in room 101 and the noise from the party below was loud until long past midnight. Also the one side of the mattress had a big dip in it which made it quite uncomfortable to sleep
Everything the staff exceptional
We loved everything We would just suggest that Hot plates be available for the hot food breakfast and perhaps options for cooked eggs .We feel a better quality toilet paper should be available in rooms.
Room was very combatable.The food was presented to a very high standard and tasted just as good.Hotel grounds are very pleasant.
All was good no problems.
The views, the countryside. The room was spacious
The Spa could have had more to it!
David in the bar was brilliant. Gave us lots of advice about where to visit around the area.
Music playing in background. Very annoying choice.
Everything - staff, breakfast, hotel room & communal spaces.
Very comfortable room. Not one of the better rooms as it didn't look out over the gardens. Staff very attentive.
Great breakfast. Spoilt by always having to que at the one coffee/tea/hot water machine, thus food getting cold. For an upmarket Hotel, it would make sense to have a separate hot water machine, with small teapots/cups and saucers for guests. As a tea lover and there are many of us, I hated having to dunk a teabag into a mug. Loved having a kettle in the room to make tea. Yet again....a mug for tea? Teapot, cup and saucer would have been appreciated.
Excellent staff and plenty of them. Quality breakfast. Very quiet location .
All good!
The hotel is a very lovely period house set in it's own grounds and reached via a long drive. The house is very well maintained and the refurbishments have been very sympathetic. My main observation is that the young staff were all, every single one, absolutely lovely. Motivated and polite. They are clearly well supervised and trained.
The rooms are large, spacious, and well decorated. Theorem rate is not cheap, and I sort of expected a little more, but the bed was incredibly comfortable and we were not using the spa and other facilities offered. The driveway to the parking area needs some maintenance.
Beautiful building, well maintained and kept
Bathroom in the room was a little tired but still lovely and functional
Location and Room Facility.
There was a wedding and no one told us during booking! We did ask for quiet room away but our room was not far enough. it was too noisy to sleep until late.The staff at restaurant and breakfast were dismissive. We had to stop one of them to get tea and almost everyone avoided eye contact fearing someone might ask them something.
Very clean, beautiful grounds and very well looked after building
Some rooms a bit out dated
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 11 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 1 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that taxi fares to and from Stansted Airport are GBP 25 for 1 way and GBP 50 for a return journey. The hotel recommends that dinner reservations are made before arrival. A limited service operates over Christmas and New Year. The additional cost for children up to 12 years old includes breakfast when sharing a room with their parents. Breakfast is GBP 10 per person if you order it the night before. Breakfast is GBP 19.50 per person when you order it on the same morning. Please note that the property only allows dogs in certain executive rooms. Guests should contact the hotel at the time of booking to arrange their room. Additional charges may apply.
Location
Hatfield Heath, Bishops Stortford -
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