The Bell Inn Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (1479 reviews)
High Road , London , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff attitude
Individually furnished rooms
Cons:
Some noise disturbances
Expensive food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.09
The room was lovely and clean, providing a pleasant atmosphere.
Service
9.56
Staff are very friendly and experienced, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.6
Excellent location and good proximity to the Essex area.
Room Quality
9.55
Luxury room with individually furnished decor.
Amenities
9.08
Good amenities including a cozy bar area.
Value for Money
8.54
Some aspects like food felt overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Dinner was excellent, but some meals were considered overly priced.
Overall Experience
9.56
Overall a very pleasant stay with a few minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 07:35

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Horndon on the Hill

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
The Bell Inn Hotel offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. With rooms in both the historic Inn and a modernized building, guests can choose their preferred ambiance. Every room comes equipped with essential amenities like a private bathroom, fluffy towels, and a tea/coffee maker, ensuring a cozy stay.

Convenient Amenities and Dining Options
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace to relax on, and a restaurant to savor delicious meals. For a delightful start to your day, visit The Ostlers for freshly brewed coffees, teas, and a selection of breakfast items. The hotel's attention to detail ensures a memorable stay for every guest.

Explore London's Vicinity
Conveniently located near London, The Bell Inn Hotel provides easy access to the city while offering a peaceful retreat in Horndon on the Hill. With nearby train stations connecting to London's popular destinations, guests can enjoy the best of both worlds during their stay.

To experience the charm and comfort of The Bell Inn Hotel, book your stay now!

Important information:

If there has been any date modifications to your booking, after the cancelation period, your policy will become nonrefundable.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1479 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.09
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 9.08
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 9.56
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Paula solo_traveller gb
10
Fantastic 😍
Pros:

The room was huge and had an amazing roll top bath and the bed was unbelievable comfortable and the food was exceptional I will definitely be back.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Donnella couple gb
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Alessia solo_traveller it
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
M
Maria solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent hotel , fantastic helpful and professional staff that truly showed they care for their guests .
Pros:

The staff were excellent from the booking process all the way through to departure . It was a very difficult time for me and the reason for my stay and they went out of their way to be so helpful and accommodating. They went above and beyond.

Cons:

Everything was perfect .

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
B
Bhupinder couple gb
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Geoffrey1948 solo_traveller gb
6
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Ignas solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing stay as always
Pros:

Amazing staff and great service as always, excellent rooms.. would highly recommend for anyone staying local.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
9
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Ian family_with_children gb
7
Enjoyable and relaxing
Pros:

Breakfast was good, both in value and quality. Reasonably priced bar with a good selection of beers/ales, etc. Bar staff during the day took the time to share samples of guest ales available - a very nice touch.
Rooms were very clean, and beds very comfortable.

Cons:

Coffee needed work. I could see the restaurant had all the equipment, but the coffee fell short of expectations.
Ordered a flat white, which was weak and tasted like filter coffee with some milk added.
Some bar staff need to improve their friendliness towards paying non-local guests (other staff across the hotel were friendly, approachable, and very helpful). A bias was evident towards their local clientele from some of the staff. One member of evening bar staff was lamenting about my group out in the courtyard, as we were a little to rowdy for their liking. We were high-spirited yes; it was our wake for our deceased mother - what did they expect in a pub???

That aside, I would stay again, as the overall experience was positive.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
H
Heidi couple gb
9
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Juliana solo_traveller gb
9
Great place not too far from access to Outer London
Pros:

The room was spacious and clean. A very interesting place to stay as locals frequent it and the food is well renowned.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Bryan couple gb
10
Great
Pros:

Exceptional service from the staff. Food was amazing!

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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natalie solo_traveller gb
10
Fabulous stay again
Pros:

We love every thing, it was our 2nd visit and we was so happy again, the room the breakfast the location. We even got up graded we was so thankful for this.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Aydin couple gb
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
S
Senan solo_traveller gr
10
Pros:

Great staff , fabulous food , lovely rooms .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth couple gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Weiler couple de
10
Alles bestens, tolle Zimmer super Restaurant!
Pros:

Alles bestens, tolle Zimmer super Restaurant!

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Senan solo_traveller gr
10
Pros:

Stayed many times , will always go back - lovely inn and lovely village . Great rooms , staff can't do enough for you and fabulous food .

Cons:

Nothing !

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
9
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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steve solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-24 via Nuitee