The Grove

Property class: 5 and above

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A brick building with a courtyard featuring a fire pit and seating areas.
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A spacious indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and wall-mounted lights.
A well-lit living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table with drinks, and a bar area visible through an open door.
A modern restaurant with large windows, round tables, and contemporary chairs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $602
$502 nightly
$602 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Chandlers Cross, Watford, England, WD3 4TG
  • Place, The Grove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheslyn House and Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mansion)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Mansion)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (King)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Grove)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Watford

Located in Watford, The Grove is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and 5 minutes from Cassiobury Park. .This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Watford Palace Theatre and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Topgolf Watford.

What's nearby

  • The Grove - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cheslyn House and Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Topgolf Watford - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watford Junction Station - 6 min drive
  • Watford Underground Station - 8 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backlot Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Studio Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cha Cha Cha - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Studio Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Grove

The Grove offers 215 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary newspapers. Microwaves, refrigerators, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach and 2 outdoor tennis courts. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sequoia has 16 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 215 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at The Stables, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 17 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
English breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM on weekdays.
The Stables - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Glasshouse - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Lounges - Overlooking the garden, this café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Colette's - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 28 for adults and GBP 14 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Colette's
  • The Glasshouse
  • The Lounges
  • The Stables

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Microwave on request
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 16 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 14 to September 14:
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Beach
  • Tennis courts
The property will be renovating from October 26 2026 to February 25 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Meeting facilities
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 200.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 28 for adults and GBP 14.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 80.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Use of the spa and walled garden facilities is permitted after 1 PM on day of arrival. Use of the facilities before 1 PM incurs a resort fee of GBP 30 per person.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to September
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Grove Aparthotel Watford
Grove Watford
Grove Hotel Watford
The Grove Hotel
The Grove Watford
The Grove Hotel Watford

The Grove Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 270 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outside pool and everything was super family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay with great hospitality and food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend - very family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great size, staff all very helpful and friendly, and food & facilities were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, amenities and facilities were all excellent. They took very good care of us and felt very spoilt visiting on a special occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing in size and great that they can set it up for a family with young kids. I will say the roll out cot bed was deeply uncomfortable though! For the money you pay I would hope guests could use the beds by the kids swimming pool without having to pay extra. The food at this pool was also pretty bad. But elsewhere, such as the breakfast, was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing family hotel - wonderful food
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and food and the staff can’t do enough for you. Expensive sometimes but a fantastic place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, lovely room, great food, peaceful and lovely spa- what more could you want.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the stay. Staff were great, room was very comfortable, food and service was wonderful. The only negative was that the water in the pool / jacuzzi was quite cold
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staff were fantastic and my dad was given a wonderful welcome. The rooms and cleanliness and hospitality and warmth was outstanding. Thank you Magdelena and all the staff for making our stay so special. Thank you also to Daisy for organising the rooms to accommodate us as a group. My dad had a wonderful time. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Our favorite hotel x
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good for families with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. Great hotel, beautiful bedroom with good space, very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay ever

Love this hotel, excellent service, feels like a holiday every time we stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location and grounds. Top tier cuisine and amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it here

Lovely! Always a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous stay as always

Always an amazing stay, staff can’t do enough for you, room very comfortable and clean. Lots to do for all ages.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful settings and grounds. Staff very attentive. Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great service, very nice grounds. A bit big and far from other things, but the rooms are very comfortable and it's perfect for a short staycation away from London
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent experience.. I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and room are both fantastic. The buffet is too crowded - although the food is great. Breakfast fine - although toast / toaster were causing lots of issues
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel, surroundings, food drinks all perfect and the staff were all so lovely and extremely helpful. We really couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay and we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024