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Down Hall Country House Hotel, Bishops Stortford, nr Stansted

Hatfield Heath, Bishops Stortford, nr Stansted, CM22 7AS
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Rooms from  £70.00 [99 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 4.1 / 5 4.1 / 5

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About Down Hall Country House Hotel hotel

In 110 acres of woodland and landscaped gardens on the Hertfordshire/Essex border, this beautiful and historic country house is now a luxurious 4-star hotel with superb relaxation facilities.

Originally built in 1322, Down Hall is today one of England's most established country house hotels. There are 99 spacious and elegant bedrooms, 26 conference and event rooms, an indoor swimming pool and great leisure facilities including a small gym and tennis courts. The hotel also has 2 restaurants; The Grill Room for informal dining and Ibbetson's, which offers fine dining and has received 2 AA Rosettes. The Lounge boasts a roaring log fire in winter and is a relaxing spot to take English afternoon tea. The bar serves snacks throughout the day.

Ideal for a country getaway, Down Hall Country House Hotel is within easy reach of central London. Just 15 minutes from London Stansted Airport, the hotel is also perfect for early morning departures or late evening arrivals from Stansted Airport.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • 24-Hour Front Desk,
  • All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
  • Bar,
  • Free Parking,
  • Luggage Storage,
  • Newspapers,
  • Non-Smoking Rooms,
  • Parking,
  • Pets Allowed,
  • Restaurant,
  • Safety Deposit Box.

Activities

  • Indoor Swimming Pool,
  • Tennis Court.

Services

  • Dry Cleaning,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
  • Internet Services,
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
  • Room Service,
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 11:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 16:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for extra beds. All children from 2 to 12 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.

Payment - We accept

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card,
  • American Express,
  • Diners Card.
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Important Information

The hotel recommend that dinner reservations are made before arrival. A limited service operates over Christmas and New Year.

Room information

The rooms are spacious, luxurious and elegant, with many rooms featuring views over the landscaped gardens. All rooms have flat-screen TV and en suite marble bathrooms. The additional cost for children up to 12 years old includes breakfast when sharing a room with their parents.

Double Room more info

Room Interior

Double or twin room, recently upgraded with high quality beds and duck down quilts and pillows. Most rooms have views of the gardens and parklands. Full English breakfast is included in rate.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Iron,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Single Room more info

Comfortable rooms in the Main House, recently upgraded with high quality beds and duck down quilts and pillows. Includes satellite tv, wireless internet, direct dial phones, tea and coffee welcome tray, a complimentary newspaper and private bathrooms with hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. Full English Breakfast inclusive.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Iron,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Restaurants and Bars

Down Hall features two restaurants and several other dining options for hotel guests and members of the public alike. The stylish and contemporary Grill Room serves modern British cuisine in an informal setting, while Ibbetson's is a fine dining restaurant offering more traditional European cuisine in charming, elegant surroundings. Ibbetson's has received 2 AA Rosettes for the outstanding preparation of its food and the good quality of the ingredients it uses. Dinner reservations are recommended prior to arrival to avoid disappointment - please note that a limited service operates over Christmas and New Year. Traditional English afternoon tea is served daily in the grand and comfortable surroundings of the lounge. Bar snacks are available throughout the day from the bar, along with a selection of classic and contemporary cocktails. During the warmer summer months, 3-course gourmet picnics are available for you to enjoy in the grounds.

Directions

By Car: (from the M11 motorway/the North): - Leave the M11 motorway at junction 8. - Take the A1250 towards the town centre of Bishop's Stortford. - Turn left at the traffic lights to Hatfield Heath (A1060). - Down Hall is approximately 6 miles (10 km) further on, on the A1060 Chelmsford Road. - At Hatfield Heath, keep left and then turn right into the lane opposite the Hunters Meet Restaurant and left at the end, following the sign. By Car: (from the M11 motorway/the South): - Leave the M11 motorway at junction 7. - Take the A414 towards Harlow. - At the fourth roundabout, follow the B183 towards Hatfield Heath. - After approximately 5 miles (8 km) the road bears right - signposted Down Hall Conference Centre. By Train: From London Liverpool Street Station take the Cambridge or Bishop's Stortford train to Bishop's Stortford. There are 2 every hour and the journey should take approximately 45 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the Stansted Express train service to Bishop's Stortford. This service runs every 15 minutes. From the station, you can take a taxi to Down Hall and the journey should take about 10 minutes.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation

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