58 The High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2SP, United Kingdom
#2 of 3 hotels in Harpenden
Guests' ChoiceBased on 478 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 May 2025
Louise
United KingdomRipped net curtains in the bedroom Very expensive at £155
Super clean comfortable bed. Excellent selection of breakfast choices and the dry up was superb although it took a long time to come out from the kitchen
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Laura
United KingdomAs the property is situated in the main high street it was noisy with passing traffic. So we didn’t get a full nights sleep but it was only for two nights so it was ok.
Excellent location, clean and the food was excellent. The staff were so friendly, helpful and welcoming.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Susan
United KingdomBed was too hard
Good location nice and clean
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Sara
United KingdomNext door to a church, the pub can’t help that but if you don’t want to be woken by the bells constantly from 8am Sunday when you’re hungover it’s not ideal. Some snags - but staff were helpful promptly. Parts of room slightly shabby (but clean)- cracked mirror, ripped net curtains,, limescale in the kettle, stained bed runner and plaster dust from a repair in the shower over the toiletries on the wall.
Friendly staff. Great breakfasts. Room clean. Lovely pub.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 8 April 2025
Richard
United KingdomJUST WAY TOO EXPENSIVE £330 FOR 2 NIGHTS
GREAT LOCATION - GOOD BREAKFAST - ROOM WAS CLEAN AND TIDY AND HAD RECENT WORK - IT WAS NICE
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
Clare
United KingdomBeautiful hotel and locations. Room was spacious, massive bed and loved the bath! My only complaint would be the check in and out times, we felt rushed getting out for 10.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Joanne
United KingdomNo designated car park, however we were aware before we booked. On the weekend a nearby car park is free luckily, and even more lucky we did manage to park outside but it's a risk.
Great location, large room with big, comfy bed. Nice big shower. Breakfast was great value for money.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
David
United KingdomNo criticism really. The price was possibly on the expensive side
Excellent breakfast. Well served by personable staff
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Kathryn
United StatesNo complaints!
The rooms were cozy, clean, and comfortable. We loved the area, although with the rainy weather it was less pleasant than we had hoped. The breakfast was quite nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 24 February 2025
Antony
United KingdomVolume of piped music from the bar below too loud and didn't finish until after midnight not conjusive to a restful night's sleep.
Central location, good breakfast,comfortable bed , good shower pleasant decorit
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Vanessa
United KingdomThe only improvement would have been a newer better quality duvet and pillows as they felt cheap compared to every thing else.
The room was very large and nicely decorated with tea and coffee facilities. The staff were incredibly helpful and a good breakfast was included. The location was excellent right in the centre of town.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Joan
United KingdomGood location clean and comfortable
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 February 2025
Hannah
United KingdomThere was a bit of noise from the pub until about 11/midnight and the road was a bit noisy. No parking on site was a bit of a pain if you're not local.
The room was large & the heating was on full, very nice on a cold winter's night. Very modern, needs some attention on the window sills. Bathroom was very large, modern and there was a excellent shower.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Linda
United KingdomVery comfortable and spacious room, with a really good shower and comfy bed. Breakfast was great - good choices and tasty food. Staff were friendly. Also ate dinner there, which we also enjoyed.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Phil
United Kingdompillows wren't the best
friendly and helpful staff size of room bathroom
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Peter
United KingdomNothing
New Years Eve so very busy but the staff made room for us for an very nice meal without us having booked. The room was very comfortable and warm. Breakfast excellent.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Nick
United KingdomWhen we checked in the heating wasn't working. The staff dealt with it and offered us compensation with no hesitation. The pub is great and the room was lovely.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Savvas
United KingdomNo parking but there is a public car park 5 minutes away.
Location was great and staff very helpful.The breakfast was great
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Barry
United KingdomParking in this area is a nightmare but that's not the fault of the owner. Price increase is quite large over the years and can't seem to work out why it's such a large increase other then the inclusion of breakfast.
Stayed here regularly, rooms are lovely, staff are friendly enough.Great that they offer breakfast now.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Anita
United KingdomBreakfast offering could be improved on. No cereals or toast….just a cooked option
Room, cosy, clean and well equipped.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Hessey
United KingdomIt would have been really great to have on site parking or an arrangement with a local car park for free parking.
It all went well. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast food was delicious. The bathroom was clean and everything worked.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Jane
United KingdomThere is no parking at this hotel which was a minor issue, though we were aware of this in advance. The rooms are not very soundproofed and there was quite a lot of traffic noise from the road. We were told breakfast started at 8am and as we needed an early start were there by 8.10 to find it all locked up and only a cleaner on the premises. She asked us to return at 8.30, when there was a manager to greet us. The manager made an excuse for breakfast not being open at 8am but gave us additional breakfast items to take away in recompense.
Our room was impressive, though being an old building the ceilings are low. The facilities were great and the bed very comfortable. Check in is in the pub and there is a separate entrance to the rooms.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2024
Geoff
United KingdomNothing
Good location and easy check in
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Stephanie
United KingdomThe room and bathroom were decorated to a high standard and very spacious. Excellent fresh breakfast served. We also had dinner in the pub and enjoyed our meals. Harpenden is a lovely village with lots of nice shops and restaurants/pubs.
Stayed in December 2024
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