The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn

Hotels
9.1 (531 reviews)
4 Ranger's Road , Chingford , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable room
Cons:
Dirty room
Service delays

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Negative feedback regarding cleanliness with mentions of dirty room and bites from fleas.
Service
9.4
Mostly positive sentiment, although one negative experience with a barman.
Location
9.94
Positive comments about the location near Epping Forest and convenience.
Room Quality
9.39
Rooms praised for comfort and decor, though some critiques regarding furniture placement.
Amenities
9.42
Positive comments on extra touches in the rooms, with some amenities being well received.
Value for Money
9.38
Comments indicate that the hotel provides good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Food quality was praised, but some issues with breakfast beverage service.
Overall Experience
8.9
Generally positive experiences shared, despite a few issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:43

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a comfortable stay in our elegantly furnished rooms equipped with modern amenities for your convenience.

Dining Excellence
Delight your taste buds with delicious meals at our onsite restaurant serving a variety of culinary delights to satisfy your cravings.

Convenient Location
Located just a short distance from popular attractions, our hotel offers easy access to explore the surrounding areas during your stay.

Book now at The Royal Forest for a delightful and unforgettable experience!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 531 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 9.39
Amenities: 9.42
Value for Money: 9.38
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Chloe couple gb
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Mary family_with_children gb
9
A very handy place to stay for us when visiting family , we loved the stained glass window .
Pros:

We did not have breakfast, the location is excellent and convenient

Cons:

The room could have been a little larger and the coffee machine easier to use.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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sevtap couple gb
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Natalie couple gb
8
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Marion solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely stay!
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Faynia couple gb
7
Enjoyable until the next morning and the rude awakening.
Pros:

The location and the room we booked called Luxe Room was beautiful. The restaurant was busy and vibrant too

Cons:

Breakfast is until 10 am far is too early . I paid £25 for late check out till 12 . As we had an event we attended locally the night before . But in the morning The cleaner banged and crashed so much so , that we couldn’t sleep past 9.30 . This was so inconsiderate I thought as we had the do not disturb sign on the door obviously indicating we were asleep . She must’ve slammed the door next to ours 20 times as she was in and out changing sheets and replacing towels and banging the vacuum hoover hard against the wall and skirting boards . This really put me off .

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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boyd couple au
10
Great stay will return when we are back next year
Pros:

It was lovely authentic and clean .
Also everything we needed and very comfortable bed.
Will definitely return

Cons:

The stairs is our only complaint.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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mandy couple gb
9
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Kristian couple gb
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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nicola couple gb
10
Beautiful location and thoughtful details
Pros:

Lots of lovely touches such as “proper” milk and chocolates in a bell glass dome. Staff were very helpful and the snug room (small but perfectly formed) met our needs. Surrounded by forest it was brilliant to walk out in a morning and walk the dog in such gorgeous surroundings

Cons:

No parking space, had to drive across the road and pay, also meant I could have a drink after travelling 200 miles as I would have to have the car when a space became available

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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stan solo_traveller nz
8
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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DAVID couple gb
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Teresa couple gb
9
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
10
Excellent hotel with modern updated comfortable rooms well situated near Chingford station.
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Bibi solo_traveller gb
10
It was just perfect. I’m glad to have found this place and would definitely come back
Pros:

I like that they kept the original features

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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David couple us
8
Comfortable and inviting, with a good bar and restaurant, and friendly staff.
Pros:

Located just outside Epping Forest and a short walk from Chingford Station (with sidewalk available the whole distance), the location is quite nice. Updated inside and out, it is quite attractive, while maintaining classic features. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was modern. The restaurant and bar are sizeable and seem popular with locals, which I think is a good sign, and we enjoyed our meal there. A number of tables are available outdoors as well. The card-key security system is effective at admitting only guests to the residence area. The staff were friendly and helpful. Good, daily housekeeping. Nice coffee maker.

Cons:

It is a 3-story building with no lift, and hauling our luggage up the flights of stairs was a chore. The air conditioning was welcome, but seemed barely able to keep up with demand. It is on a busy road, somewhat marring the otherwise idyllic setting.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Ahmad couple gb
10
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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SHAIMAA solo_traveller ae
7
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Dragos-Florin solo_traveller ro
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Ancuta solo_traveller ro
8
Pros:

It was comfortable

2026-07-25 via Nuitee