Absolutely AMAZING!!!! Couldn't believe I found this gorgeous boutique hotel nestled in the quiet…read moreEnglish countryside, a 5 min drive to the shops in Hitchin and close to Stevenage shopping with trains into London! It was the best of both worlds, upscale amenities like the big chain hotels (huge towels, great beds, toiletries, hairdryer, towel warmers in bathroom, etc) but with the personal service of a B&B. The staff was so professional with true warmth & friendliness, from Roxana the bar manager(recommend the Hendricks cocktail), Chris & Leanna(superb wait staff), Tiegan (delightful receptionist), and Julia (dining GM) who overseas the delectable meals with genuine care for her guests. The food was 5 STAR, from breakfast to afternoon tea to gourmet dining!! I took advantage of the gorgeous steam room and spa services with a heavenly massage(they use luxury ESPA products) by the lovely Spa Manager, Charmaine. This hotel is a Must Stay when visiting London/Hertfordshire area. A truly indulgent experience at a great price ( hotel.com). Thank you so much to the remarkable staff at Needham House Hotel, Hitchin, for making my stay unforgettable, can't wait to return.

Booked for afternoon tea for my wife's Birthday with her parents and our two children. We could not…read morehave been made to feel any less welcome. The two waiting staff treated us with complete disdain. It's not a cheap place, and I don't mind paying for quality and good service but if you can't muster a smile and behave like you actually want your customers to enjoy their experience, well, you really need to find another career. Service aside, I still would not recommend Redcoats. The conservatory smelt of sewerage, the sandwiches looked as if they'd been thrown together by my toddler and the whole place is very tired and in need of some substantial investment. Seriously, spend your money elsewhere, where your custom will be appreciated.

From the owner: A magnificent building steeped in history and set in rolling Hertfordshire countryside. Award…read morewinning food, family values and old-fashioned hospitality courtesy of Jackie, Peter, Ben and the team. We specialise in special occasion dining - birthdays, anniversaries etc - as well as functions and receptions for weddings, christenings and funerals. We are licensed for civil ceremonies and can seat up to 50 guests in our conservatory overlooking our beautiful gardens. Our lunch menus are available 7-days per week, with our family-friendly Sunday lunch being the most popular session.

Stay: 2 nights - 18/6/25 to 18/6/25…read more NOTE: Leticia was very helpful in providing additional information. The hotel has been going through a refurbishment and continues (see more details on their site). Previously, none of the rooms were ready i.e., refurbished when I visited 17/3/25 to 19/3/25 and no safes in the room. This visit was different; I had one of the new suites (William - 12). As you'd expect all smelling rather new. There were stairs leading upto a lounge area for the pull-out bed and a separate chair. It was very warm up there as there was no aircon. The main bedroom had new aircon above the door and did its job. The room was well laid out. Perhaps the wardrobe would be too small for a couple using the suite, then also adding the use of the room upstairs (no wardrobe up there). A good size and modern TV was on the wall above the dressing table. The remote had two defined buttons - Netwlix and YouTube. Obviously, you have to use your personal account to access Netflix. However, it also supports "CAST", and with my mobile I was able to access: Paramount+, ITVX, and Amazon Prime. Of course, don't forget to sign-out before leaving. :-) WIFI I didn't find it to be a particularly strong signal in the room. Bathroom A good space and adequate shelf areas. My only niggle here is having a shower over a bath and cocking one's leg over to access. I prefer a walk-in shower. It does have a cascade shower and a separate shower attachment. At least it doesn't use a shower curtain (although the instructions on the wall refers to a curtain); it has a glass swing partition (best description I can use). However, when getting out it does mean that the floor becomes wet. I would have benefited from having a handrail to assist the exit. A rubber mat is provided so that you don't slip in the bath. Clearly, everything was spotlessly clean & new. Parking The spaces for the disabled were blocked off with a skip and partitions, in addition, a further two spaces adjacent to the ones for the disabled were blocked off too. Unfortunately, the message that that sends is that the disabled are not welcome. Driving around to the leisure centre "Nuffield Health" there were two more available for the disabled (but this would mean a longer walk to reception). As per usual (I find), one was used by someone not displaying the Blue Card! Reception Small reception area, but this temporary and the new one will be closer to the bar and restaurant. When completed, the temporary one will be used for access to the functions rooms. Bar The first night I was there the bar hadn't been completely setup for draught drinks and only bottled beer , etc., was available. £4.50 for a bottle of Becks (330ml) seemed excessive working out at £7.74 per pint. The second night. The bar was up and running, a pint of San Miguel £6.30, again, more expensive than expected. Also on tap was Camden PA & Stella Artois. A small serving bar, not yet fully stocked, I'd say. Limited in area of whiskies and gins available. It has a coffee machine for all of the standard offerings. It is situated in "The Great Hall". There is a large balcony overlooking the bar area. Restaurant I didn't eat in the restaurant, but I have uploaded the menu. Breakfast is buffet style and it's suggested that it will be replaced by a plated service moving forward. Nevertheless, I guess it is going to be down to personal preference. I didn't have breakfast, so I can't say what's on offer nor the quality. Staff All pleasant and ameniable. One exception, not major, as the person was professional in most ways; he brought me a bottle of Becks without a glass. I am of the age whereby I don't drink out of bottles in a restaurant. It was brought to me upon my request. Is it a lack of training or their personal experience? There's a mixture of staff, new and old. Apparently, the chef hasn't change post-refurbishment. They have a specials' menu that is changed weekly. The main menu items may change within the next few weeks. NOTE: I have no information about the function rooms and I'd suggest visiting their site. Why have dropped one star? Two things: the bar prices and the lack of a walk-in shower. Would I return? Not out of choice, as it is further away from my customer's site and, as I have mentioned, I think the bar prices are too high.

Actually, we were in the suite for a private party on a Sunday afternoon. The ceremony for the…read moreGolden Anniversary was well managed by the staff and we were surprised by vegetables served at the table. Quality of the food was good, service pro-active and if there was a question, they were eager to assist. Overall impression was good, as when being in a party, these aspects sometimes suffer resulting in a kind of 'plastic' atmosphere. Thumbs up.

This review is for the Afternoon Tea at hotel Cromwell…read more This having been my first experience with Afternoon Tea, I'm hesitant to leave a review but am confident the experience we received wasn't up to par. To begin with, the tea we received wasn't served to us--we were given pots and milk and told to serve ourselves. The sandwiches, too, were delayed and served to us incorrectly (on top of being quite unpalatable) I'd highly recommend spending the extra 50 pounds or so to go to Harrods or the Ritz. It simply isn't worth spending your afternoon at Hotel Cromwell.

Not at all impressed. Had to walk what seemed like a quarter of a mile to my mundane room,…read moreincluding having to go UP a flight of stairs and then back DOWN another.. Not fun when you suffer from a walking impediment. The room was the smallest, most blah one of my entire trip. However, the worst aspect must be the food. Dreadful dinner menu choices for somewhere that's supposed to be English, I struggled to find anything I actually wanted for dinner, and once I did, I barely ate a third of it - and it's not cheap. I actually walked across the street to the Indian restaurant afterwards and ate there...

Premier inn of choice in Stevenage . Well insulated and modern , recently extended . Good beefeater…read moreon site .

Very nice hotel with a good flair. The rooms (we had a junior suite) are pretty funny was the…read morebathtub in the room. Central location in Luton and a lovely terrace. But be aware that it lies on a big road and near the railway so it is not the really quite there.

Excellent hotel in Luton. Rooms are good size and luxurious for the price. The hotel does not have…read morea lift but there is a person who will take your luggage to your room. Breakfast is delicious and made to order. The bar is rustic-looking but awesome. Specials everyday. You have a garden where you can just hang out and enjoy your drink under the nice weather. Our first night we stayed at the Hampton by Hilton but Paul (the owner) made his hotel a much better experience.

Fantastic food, the staff are all friendly and bubbly id definately stay here and eat here again…read more The Mixed Grills are fantastic and the chicken supreme is also delcious

Standard hotel. Our room never got as cold as we set it so the nights were tough to get through…read more Breakfast was extremely basic and the same thing was served everyday. Good if you have family/friends over to drink in the evening as the lobby becomes very lively but not so great if you just need a place away from your room. Rooms were also alright. Very compact and if you're dealing with a lot of luggage, be careful of your toes!

A pretty standard town centre Holiday Inn express. Rooms are big standard, some of the bathrooms…read moreneed some attention, I stayed in a couple that had leaks and smelled musty. One or two of the staff are less welcoming that I would expect. The included breakfast is terrible, but that's to be expected at a HI express. You can pay £5 per night for parking in the Matalan car park opposite, but be aware that the exit is hard to negotiate if you have a large vehicle, expect to kerb your wheels. I don't choose to stay here any more, there are better options in Stevenage.

This is no Ritz Carlton, but this hotel has exactly the charm you've imagined a historic British…read morehotel to have. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are very basic and small, but they're comfortable and classic. The property has all of the old world historic charm you'd hope for. The location is perfect with restaurants and pubs within walking distance all around. If and when I come back to Hitchin, I'm staying here.

I've used the hotel on a number of occasions when working in Hitchin, & have found the rooms to be…read moreaverage - the decor was a little drab & the beds uncomfortable. The location in the town centre is good, & there is a car park to the rear (access from Queen St/Park St). There is busy bar next door, which has smokers overflowing into the shared courtyard, so don't use this hotel if you need an early night, or have a small child who has to go to bed early.