Southern Cross

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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
8 (1197 reviews)
41-43 Langley Road , Watford , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Value for money
Clean facilities
Good location
Cons:
Small room size
Dated decor
Limited coffee options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Rooms were clean, but some noted issues with odors in accommodations.
Service
8.61
Staff were frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
8.15
Great location near the station, well appreciated by guests.
Room Quality
7.1
Rooms were comfortable but some comments noted small size and dated decor.
Amenities
7.63
Good amenities but lacking in some complimentary items like caffeinated coffee.
Value for Money
8.59
Generally considered very good value for the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.14
Food quality was good and well priced, though coffee options were limited.
Overall Experience
8.11
Guests had a satisfying experience overall with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:13

Property Description

Convenient Location
The Southern Cross is ideally situated near Watford Town Centre, providing easy access to major motorways for a seamless travel experience.

Cozy Accommodations
Each room above the pub is equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Delicious Dining Options
Guests can indulge in traditional pub meals and enjoy a variety of beverages at the bar, making their stay at the Southern Cross a delightful culinary experience.

Experience the charm of Southern Cross and book your stay now for a memorable visit to Watford!

Important information:

Please note that guests under 18 years old need to present ID.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1197 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 8.61
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 7.63
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.14
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very satisfied
Pros:

Staff were good cheerful polite helpful

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Gilgil • solo_traveller • gb
1
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total Air • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location great food good atomopher

Cons:

Rooms where a little small but had everything you needed

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
9
It delivered more than expected with the staff doing an amazing job
Pros:

Staff were amazing,couldn’t do enough for us. Friendly, attentive. Both meals we had were good quality and well priced.shower was hot with good pressure.Carpark was free and right next to the building with space even on a busy Saturday night

Cons:

Shared toilet was the only thing that wasn’t great but for the price you can’t argue with it.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • pt
10
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Nikolas • solo_traveller • fi
9
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Zsigmond • solo_traveller • gb
9
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Lee • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Sheppard • solo_traveller • gb
9
Most satisfying.
Pros:

N/a

Cons:

N/a

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Tayla • couple • gb
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • gb
8
I was happy with the room apart from the hard mattress and having to share the toilet. Pleasant stay. Free parking and
Pros:

Good enough quiet room at the back overlooking the car park so I could see my car. Able to have breakfast and buy drinks at the bar. Lovely hanging baskets. Pleasant staff

Cons:

Separate toilet and hard mattress

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • gb
10
Another top night at the Southern Cross
Pros:

Just always a great place to stay. Nice homely vibes and the staff are excellent.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Elspeth • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

The location is perfect, and it's handy to have food available downstairs. Sink and shower in the room is also nice.

Cons:

The heaters were not turned or functioning on until I requested them on a cold night. When I called the all hours line, no one answered. Shared toilets are not my favorite. Smoke alarm went off at 11:30 PM because restaurant staff had accidentally tripped it upon closing.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • family_with_children • gb
9
Really helpful, friendly staff.
Pros:

Really convenient location to the underground, Harry potter etc

Cons:

The stairs are tricky with heavy bags

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Zsuzsa • family_with_children • hu
8
Összességében jó kis szállás, kényelmes ágyakkal.
Pros:

Az ágyak kényelmesek voltak és tisztaság volt.

Cons:

Az egyik szoba csendes volt, a másik kevésbé. Én pont abban aludtam, hajnalban kelt fel a szomszéd, az nagyon behallatszott, ahogy a folyosón járkált és bement a fürdőszobába.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Viktoria • couple • de
7
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
2
Only good for heavy sleepers with a nose block
Pros:

Staff was friendly, showed me to the room and told me the checkout procedure. The bathroom is shared, although the room itself has a sink and a shower.

Cons:

The windows only block out the wind, all road noise and their customer chatting outside the pub leaks right through like there isn't a window. You can hear everything outside your room, next door (the floor creaks as they move on their bed), and vaguely able to hear and understand conversations inside the pub (the pub closes at 11pm). All towels, beddings, chair stinks (smell of sweat / unwashed).

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Zsuzsa • family_with_children • hu
7
Alapvetően elégedettek voltunk vele. A lényeg, hogy tiszta volt és az ágyak kényelmesek.
Pros:

Azért választottuk, mert közel volt a vasútállomáshoz. 1-2 éjszakára tökéletesen megfelelő.

Cons:

Nagyon behallatszik a szobába ha a folyosón mennek, vagy kijön a szomszéd. Ez éjjel zavaró lehet, én pl. hajnali 5-kor már ébren voltam emiatt (a hálótársam nem🙂)

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Dale • solo_traveller • gb
7
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Terry • solo_traveller • gb
8
Extremely good value but basic. Shower and basin in room but shared toilet. I would stay there again
Pros:

Good value. Excellent breakfast available in the pub.
Great location for Watford Junction Station.

Cons:

Room in need of decoration.
Light above bed not working.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee