The setting is really beautiful, especially walking over the the main house and seeing the back garden with the view of the water fountain etc. Bed was really comfortable and hotel was very clean for us. Breakfast was included and a good selection on offer. the level of cooked changed across our 2 day stay and we preferred the first day. We also booked dinner for our first night but we ate in the bar as there was a private event on where we assume you would usually eat - dinner was good and the servers were lovely. All the staff were really lovely and helpful, good atmosphere in the hotel.

The bathroom fixtures and door were really needing replaced, the toilet flush kept sticking in and could see all the plastic, the back of the door is all busted up and had exposed holes from old hooks etc. just updating those 2 things would make a big difference. Whilst close to the WBStudio it is a fair walk unless you’re willing to get a taxi & Public transport is limited once you leave Watford and get to abotts - it would be good for the hotel to include this information so it’s easy for guests since that’s the main attraction of the area.

I'd stay here twice before, and once again it served the purpose.

Other than that I couldn't use the pool this time round due to health and safety reasons on the hotels part, which I hope they get rectified soon with the height of summer upon us. Two of the four light buttons in my room for some reason didn't work, and I was often forced to use the light switch closest to the door. The only other snag, which was beyond my control, was the noise level right above my room with special events going on during the evening that I was unaware of as I was having early starts during the last two nights of my stay which kept me awake. Again not the staff's fault, just noisy revellers.

Stayed multiple times the hotel is beautiful and set in wonderful grounds. Breakfast is very nice with a brilliant selection. Staff are really lovely and very helpful. All in all, I recommend staying. Generous check-in and out times.

Stayed in a standard room this time, room 17, and it's definitely not as good as the suite. The carpet in black and white zig zag was definitely a trigger for my migraines. Four spotlights in the room were either all on or all off with a redundant switch on either side of the bed. The shower didn't have a door, so water would bounce onto the bathroom floor, and it's clearly gotten to the wood of the door over time. Paint peeling on ceiling and a little worn around the edges. We also had another room for our teens that didn't suffer the same issues and seemed much tidier. Room 49. Beds are also a little too soft. But that's not an issue for everyone.

Well I've stayed here four times before already and once again it served the purpose for me. Compared to the last time I stayed here, I got to jump back in the pool (though of course I wish I stayed in the pool longer than I did, but of course I had to checkout and it was checking out day), and I got to try out the Bar for the first time after a long day at work and I certainly needed a cold drink on what had been a hot day (weather wise) whilst at work where I certainly needed something more than just water. I hadn't intended on having breakfast this time round, but after my swim I just fancied it and so grasped at the opportunity for it and once again it was worth it (though definitely wouldn't mind trying the dinner again in the near to distant future).

Well aside from some noisy guests on the floor I was staying at during my first night as I was having an early night and wake-up for work the following day which obviously can't be helped. But hey not everyone can know exactly what other guests are doing without someone kicking off nowadays. The only real downside was that the Safe wasn't working, as whoever had stayed in the room I was in had left the Safe door with the locks open on the outside and so you couldn't shut the Safe door properly or even enter one's own code. Thankfully I decided to keep all personal belongings with me than chance it, but not the Hotel Staff's fault - just a Careless Guest to put it mildly (unless the safe was faulty beforehand with them).

I booked a Twin Superior room and we actually got one. It was spacious,clean and tidy with evertything in room that we required. The only negative thing was it was slightly dark in the room and bathroom as we were located over the back area where the bins etc are. The bathroom was overlooking the car park area and the field in front which was nice. We slept very well as the beds were very comfortable and used the air con as the windows did not open fully for safety reasons, I presume. We had an issue with the TV, but did not notify reception as I figured the issue out. The superioir rooms are very spacious which is good.

The Huntsman Bar remains an issue. The call bell/service bell to notify staff that you are waiting was broken during the floor refurbishment. It has been like this for two weeks and has not been rectified. This is what I was informed by two staff members as there was no one at the bar and each time you had to go to reception and ask for bar service. I think this is very poor service as each time I went to the bar there were people waiting.

The mansion building and surrounding grounds are fabulous - a great location for a wedding. All the staff I interacted with were very good at their jobs indeed. The room I was in (Mansion room 105) was beautifully decorated and the bed very comfortable indeed. The buffet breakfast was very good, decent selection and regularly topped up.

There were a few minor elements of the building/room finish that didn't feel quite up the standard of the place overall. The fan in the shower was practically hanging out of the ceiling, and cold water was dripping from it before I started the shower running - a bit iffy with electricity and water in such close proximity! Also the tapwater never ran properly cold (my son in a neighbouring room said the same thing) - never got below tepid, which made it not drinkable - not a problem if you supplied complimentary bottled water, but you don't. I think this is an easy fix! The bar prices were excessive, even for Herts. Thirty pounds for two pints and a glass of tapwater is taking the mickey out of a captive audience at a wedding.

Stayed in the Manor house, which was really neat. I'm NOT going to write anything negative about this place, BUT I will say that it definitely felt like we were on our own most of the time- the check-in desk is separate of the Manor house and there isn't much staff present over where we were. It was also obvious that some renovation work was being done on (what might have been) a reception desk at the front door of the Manor house. Some windows between the 2 rooms we had needed some serious work. I get the feeling that with some more investment (wall art and period decor for hallways and rooms) and this place is gonna be even cooler. Morning breakfast was good. Regardless, it's location to the Warner Bros. Studio was perfect. Would totally stay again.

Location- beautiful grounds, picturesque, easy to get to from motorways Parking- plenty, free and safe Staff- friendly, welcoming, helpful Meals- Christmas lunch was superb! Breakfast had gluten free and dairy free options, wide variety of cooked English or continential options. Dinner in restaurant or bar- great choice of meals from Italian pasta / pizza, Asian curry, English fish n chips and American burgers Personal touches- we all got Santa stockings! Amenities- swimming pool Rooms- comfortable, clean, able to adjust temperature, tea and coffee making facilities provided, quiet No pets

No gym Rooms getting a bit worse for wear- some rooms need a maintenance overview. A quality control/ maintenance person should go round picking up little things that need repairing before they become big repair jobs- paint and wood peeling in bathroom door in one of our rooms, tap connections loose in another room, chipped tiles in bathroom in another.

We had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel! The location in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside was absolutely idyllic—like stepping into a serene bubble where time stands still. From the moment we arrived, the friendly and helpful staff made us feel welcome and well taken care of. The highlight of our mornings was the delicious English breakfast, which was fresh and perfectly prepared. It added such a comforting start to each day. This hotel is a perfect retreat, and we can't wait to return in the future. Highly recommended for anyone looking to relax and unwind in a peaceful and beautiful setting!

That said, despite the excellent service, we would love to see some improvements in the technology offered. Our TV couldn't connect to the internet, and the issue remained unresolved during our stay. Adding smart TV features and ensuring internet connectivity would make the experience even better.

The staff at reception were lovely. I had asked if they could do something a little special as it was my boyfriend’s birthday and they made the room lovely I thought it was so cute. We had balloons, rose petals and a cheesecake with a happy birthday chocolate message. The room (superior room) was amazing it was huge and the bathroom and shower was great. We both said how amazingly comfy the bed was and both slept great. We had such a good stay we were contemplating staying another night! The grounds are also so beautiful and in such a great location for other areas.

A few wears in some places of the room but nothing to complain about and the room was clean which was the main thing. The room got a bit cold but heaters were provided so can’t fault anything really!!