The Watermill Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Hotels
Best Western
6.6 (185 reviews)
London Road, Bourne End, Hemel Hempstead, England, HP1 2RJ , Hemel Hempstead , GB

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
ATM/banking
Conference space
Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
5.6
Room felt dusty and decor is tired.
Service
8.6
Staff were attentive and went above and beyond to assist.
Location
8.1
Great location near pubs, bars, and restaurants.
Room Quality
6.1
Room quality varies, with some dated decor and issues.
Amenities
5.6
Some missing amenities like a phone in the room.
Value for Money
7.1
Good value but with several considerations.
Food and Beverage
5.6
Breakfast options were limited and did not meet expectations.
Overall Experience
6.1
Overall satisfactory stay with some notable positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:39

Property Description

Escape to The Watermill Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western, where comfort meets charm along the picturesque riverwalk.

Breathtaking Views
Unwind on our inviting terrace or in the lush garden, soaking in stunning landscapes that provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

Modern Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet, and enjoy a range of conveniences including a business center, meeting rooms, and express check-out to ensure a seamless experience.

Delightful Dining
Start your day with an energizing buffet breakfast served daily, featuring fresh and hearty options to fuel your adventures, and explore our nearby attractions like Warner Bros. Studios and local golf clubs.

Your perfect getaway awaits at The Watermill Hotel—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • 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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LTN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 185 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 6.1
Amenities: 5.6
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 5.6
Overall Experience: 6.1
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lindadX1024OK Family
10
Comfortable and attractive
Pros:

The hotel is clean , comfortable and attractive. The beds are comfortable and we had a large room. There is plenty of parking and the hotel is conveniently near, but not too near, the M25 junction 20. It is by an attractive waterway and the staff of are particularly attentive and welcoming. We have stayed there twice, once over Christmas, and I commend the mince pies. They do a fantastic breakfast and nothing is too much trouble for ' Shawn' and his staff. The same staff have looked after us on each occasion, which was reassuringly familiar when we arrived for our second stay. A good experience!

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
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V2742TKjudithk Couples
10
Great hotel and service.
Pros:

Hotel was lovely, great room.
Cooked breakfast was great eggs done to perfection.
Shawn was amazing nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend .
Thank you for a lovely stay.
Judy and Ray.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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V5401AYtrevorc Business
10
Staff member Shawn
Pros:

I met Shawn again for the second time he is so helpful and polite makes my stay so much better.

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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peterbC1421EP Business
10
Fits the bill perfectly
Pros:

I’ve stayed here on a few occasions when working in the area. I’ve always found the rooms clean, fresh & quiet.
The reception staff Shawn, Alisha & Ali are always professional, helpful & friendly. Nothings to much trouble.highly recommend.
Peter B

2026-01-30 via Tripadvisor
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RachaelB270 Couples Tarvin, Chester, Cheshire, England
10
Great staff and service
Pros:

On arrival which was early (!) Shaun at the reception did all he could to ensure I could work and the hotel was warm and welcoming. We were found a room that was ready for us sooner than expected. Excellent service and I would come again - thankyou for looking after us and the luggage!

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
B
Bobcholmes Couples Penrith, Eden District, Lake District, Cumbria, England
2
Okay for the money
Pros:

Taking a “TV hotel inspector” type of approach…
Greeting at reception was good.
Decor in room okay, toilet seat didn’t fit
Room felt dusty. There was tea & coffee facilities in the room, but no milk and no telephone to call down to reception so couldn’t make any drinks in the room.
Room was facing the road so there was a little road noise.
Breakfast was okay nothing to get excited about, but there was no menus so was not aware of choices and had full English recommended, but was not given any choice of egg and the sausage looked nice, but was not cooked in the middle so had to leave, as there was no one around to talk to.
On leaving reception was not manned so left key card in glass bowl on the desk.
No real problem there as we had pre-paid.

2025-12-19 via Tripadvisor
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Seaside785720 Family
8
Great location
Pros:

The hotel is in a good location- pubs opposite and a short drive from Berkhamsted where there are a number of pubs, bars and restaurants.
Our stay was good- the room we had was dated but I think the hotel is currently renovating rooms.
Ali, the front of house, was the nicest guy. Nothing was too much for him and he is such a credit to the hotel. Thank you Ali!

2025-12-16 via Tripadvisor
G
Gemeos Family Maldon, Essex, England
10
Lovely place, lovely setting. We will be back!
Pros:

This hotel is lovely and in a lovely setting. The staff couldn't do more for us. They cared for our every need, going above and beyond for us and our elderly parents. I have to recommend for a pay rise: Aleesha, Ali and Zoltan! (Apologies if I've spelled the names wrongly). They all worked so hard for people staying there - they made the stay excellent.

2025-11-02 via Tripadvisor
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Kevin
8
Pros:

The room was extremely cold as there didn’t appear to be any working heating in the room

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Karen
10
Pros:

Arrived late in the evening and found there still to be parking available - and the parking area felt very safe. Once checked in the hotel staff showed us to our room and explained where everything was in the room and where and when breakfast was served. The room was slightly dated but clean and there was tea/coffee and biscuits in the room. Staff were all lovely and we enjoyed our stay.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
B
Bukola
4
Pros:

Clean

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
M
M3420TTgemmal Business
10
Fantastic value for money. Staff=10/10
Pros:

Stayed here for 2 nights as a business trip and the staff went above and beyond to make sure my stay was enjoyable. Shawn and Alisha was outstanding, gave me recommendations to eat and also local history. They also went out their way to sourced me a phone charger (from the office) as I left mine at home. It’s great value for money and I slept very well. The room was very quiet, I could barely hear any noise which is rare in these sorts of hotels.

The pub across the road does amazing food and the location is brilliant. Fantastic value for money

2025-10-04 via Tripadvisor
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Rhys
8
Pros:

Lovely hotel and great breakfast.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Garry
4
Pros:

The staff was very helpful the carpets was dirty the beds was uncomfortable the mattresses where like sitting on a waterbed kettle was broken overall this hotel needs a good revamp i wouldn't stay here again we stayed in best western a few times this was the worst hotel would not recommend

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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marydD7890HN Family
8
Key requirements were met but check ahead if you have mobility issues.
Pros:

Room was clean, bed was comfortable, plenty of hot water, good shower.
Decor is tired but I didn’t mind as the price was OK. Breakfast was good but finished at 9.30am on week days which might be a bit early for people who are not business travellers.
Access to the outside seating space was locked on the 2 mornings that I tried it. I advised on the booking that I had limited mobility but was assigned a room in an adjoining building with a trip hazard step at the bedroom door entry. I would advise a phone call before arrival to check that a suitable room is available if you have limited mobility. Staff were pleasant. I would stay again as the location was very near family that I was visiting.

2025-09-26 via Tripadvisor
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Chris
10
Pros:

A few niggles getting into my room but this was quickly rectified. Service was great. Alisha looked after me on arrival, and was very helpful. The lock on the door was faulty so she ensured this was sorted out as I needed to pop out. True to her word was resolved on return. Very friendly and polite, nothing was too much trouble. Room was nice and clean. Nice view of the brook from the window. No evening meals at the moment, but there are two pubs across the road, one of them offers a 10% discount for hotel guests. Will stay again.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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Beverley
6
Pros:

Lovely staff … very welcoming… beautiful serene area. The pub across offers great food. The wifi didn’t work as well as i hoped.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
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Colin
2
Scary
Pros:

We were having a great time until I felt a sharpe pain in the bed and when we investigated it we found a “needle” in the bedding which looked like a drug users needle so all in all we left in the middle of the night and have now had to have tests and wait for any results incase the needle was infected

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
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Brian family
8
Pros:

Lovely stream outside the room. Friendly welcome . Ground floor room easily accessible but could hear the noise from other rooms. Comfortable bed

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
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X2077YFalexc Business
10
Watermill hotel business trip
Pros:

Great service, Shawn was very kind and checked in super quick. Relaxed environment and close to the station. Def recommend!

2025-09-10 via Tripadvisor