A well-connected option, also ideal as a base for exploring Watford and the rest of the area, is Holiday Inn London Watford Junction. This modern four-star hotel has air conditioning and flat screen TVs in all its rooms, and there’s an on-site restaurant and bar. It’s a 2-minute walk from Watford Junction Station and is convenient for visiting local attractions such as Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (a 12-minute drive away).

If you need a budget hotel in Watford, Travelodge Watford Central has cheap rooms. All rooms have a king-size bed as well as tea and coffee-making facilities. It’s adjacent to several cafes, restaurants and shops, and the Cassiobury Park Nature Reserve and Watford FC Vicarage Road Stadium are both within walking distance.

For a luxury hotel in Watford, choose The Grove, a five-star hotel set in lush gardens. Guests can choose from stylish rooms, suites, and family-friendly options (including toy boxes and interconnecting rooms). There’s a golf course on the grounds, three pools, a spa and tennis courts, as well as walking trails and bikes available to use. The hotel has several dining and drinking options, plus it serves afternoon tea.

For travellers seeking easy airport access, the Premier Inn Watford North is on the North Orbital Road and is a 30-minute drive from both Luton Airport and Heathrow Airport. It offers single, double and family rooms, and has free Wi-Fi and parking.

If you’re looking for a self-catered option or a place to stay with friends, opt for Le Grove Serviced Apartments. All apartments feature a kitchen with an oven, dishwasher, fridge and microwave. Options include both studios and two-bedroom apartments.

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If you need hotels in Watford with disabled access, choose the Holiday Inn Express – London Junction, which has accessible guest rooms, lifts and public entrances. Bedrooms and public spaces also have visual alarms or alerts for the hearing impaired, and Watford Junction railway station is just a 2-minute walk away.

For travellers in need of a hotel suitable for a business trip, consider staying at the Mercure London Watford Hotel. It has 15 meeting rooms of varying sizes (the largest can host up to 200 people), all of which are equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The hotel is within easy reach of several motorways and is a 10-minute drive from Watford city centre.

If you’re looking for somewhere with free parking, consider staying at the Hilton Watford. The hotel is well situated for travellers and tourists, with the M1 motorway a brief 3-minute drive away. All rooms have tea and coffee-making facilities, and there’s an on-site gym.

For family-friendly hotels in Watford, book a stay at the four-star Jurys Inn London Watford. Rooms can accommodate up to three adults or a family of four, and there’s a kids’ menu in the on-site restaurant. It’s a 12-minute walk from Cassiobury Park, which has play areas, a railway ride, paddling pools and plenty of picnic areas. For fans of Harry Potter, the hotel is a 10-minute drive from Warner Bros. Studio Tour London.