Elstree Inn

Hotels
7.7 (700 reviews)
148 Shenley Road , Borehamwood , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Ironing service
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
Good location
Comfortable beds
Clean facilities
Cons:
Small rooms
Dated amenities
Poor shower pressure
Heating issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.41
Cleanliness was generally acceptable, though there are mentions of issues such as old beds and inadequate bathroom facilities.
Service
8.38
Staff were noted to be friendly and welcoming throughout multiple reviews.
Location
8.42
The location received positive remarks for its convenience and accessibility to attractions.
Room Quality
6.87
There were consistent complaints about small and dated rooms with low water pressure in showers.
Amenities
7.4
The hotel amenities were basic, with some guests noting issues like old furniture and heating.
Value for Money
7.86
The prices were deemed reasonable for the booking but some felt they paid too much for the quality.
Food and Beverage
7.91
Breakfast options were satisfactory, with good nearby dining options as mentioned by several guests.
Overall Experience
7.38
Mixed experiences overall, with some guests expressing dissatisfaction while others were very pleased.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 05:07

Property Description

Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Borehamwood, Elstree Inn is just a stone's throw away from the train station and a bustling shopping park.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room at Elstree Inn is equipped with essential amenities such as tea/coffee-making facilities, Freeview TV, hairdryers, and ironing facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Upgraded Facilities: Experience the ongoing improvements in rooms and facilities at Elstree Inn, all offered at a great value. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and enjoy a delicious full English breakfast at the adjacent pub.

Ready to experience a cozy stay with great amenities? Book your stay at Elstree Inn today and explore the nearby attractions and easy access to major roadways.

Important information:

Please note that reception is closed at 00:00. Check-in is not possible after this time.

Please note that parking space is limited and operates on a first-come first-served basis and cannot be reserved.

Please note, guests 18 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or official guardian.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 1 year old to 3 years old stay for free 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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 5 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 700 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.41
Service: 8.38
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 6.87
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 7.91
Overall Experience: 7.38
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Great location
Decent price

Cons:

Very small shower and toilet

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
7
Cost effective, clean and great location for my needs
Pros:

Convenient and cheap. Mattress was comfortable and shower pressure good. Staff very friendly and attentive.

Cons:

En-suite was very small

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
5
Cheap and cheerful
Pros:

Location and staff were very nice and polite

Cons:

Window was broken in the room, meaning had to stay open and could hear all road noise throughout the night making it hard to sleep

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Ang • solo_traveller • gb
6
Probably worth the money-cheap
Pros:

Close to work, clean and semi quiet, shower was hot

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable, walls were flimsy so could hear people in room next door, shower hose spurted everywhere

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Kenyon • couple • gb
10
Good value
Pros:

Location

Cons:

All good

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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jim • solo_traveller • gb
1
Ripoff Hellhole
Pros:

Nothing..

Cons:

Hard to find even on a busy noisy road..behind a busy noisy pub.In reception I could hear a resident shouting and screaming on a phone..in a dark alley next door .about waiting for his social money and trying to get clean from drugs...
I have travelled the world for over 50 years and never felt so unsafe or treated so badly.
At reception I was asked for photo id which i had on phone.. passport and driving lisence .but not accepted..
In the small print they also wanted £50 cash in case of damages..maybe a regular occurance here?I felt handing this over I wouldnt get it returned.
Booked for 2 nights no apology no refunds..i had to sleep next to the busy A1 in my works van for 2 nights...
The place was hard to find also reception felt unprofessional seedy and dirty...With the receptionist sitting on a dirty chair smiling smugly...just kept saying not my problem these are my bosses rules...
If thats your thing then its perfect.
In my opinion the dodgiest establishment i have ever encountered ..just got back from travelling in india for 2 months..and nothing came close to this place.
An expensive mistake..
They actually cancelled my second night saying I didnt show up.....booking .com should invesigate or have standards...No female I would recommend trying to stay here..

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Janette • solo_traveller • gb
7
Very adequate for one night. Surprisingly comfortable bed
Pros:

Proximity to studios. Comfortable bed. Bottled water provided

Cons:

Very basic facilities. Squeaky floors

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Lyn • solo_traveller • tr
3
Extremely small room I would have paid more to stay somewhere else had there been somewhere else.
Pros:

I arrived very late due to traffic issues on the motorways that evening so was really grateful when there was still someone there to let me in when I arrived, I thought I might have been sleeping in my car.
Despite the room being extremely small, it was obvious that the owners had tried to make it as comfortable as possible with a small fridge, tea/coffee service(broken kettle), shampoo conditioner and soap in shower almost like a proper hotel. The linens were fresh and the towels clean.

Cons:

The place is difficult to find, its not on the high street as indicated by the photos its around the back. The room was extremely small, couldnt swing a cat, I am 6 feet tall with a moderate build and I could hardly turn around in the room especially once I had a case in there. The room size made me think of what a prison cell might be like. The other issue was that the room was up on the second floor, I have bad Rt knee and there was 2 flights of stairs the second of which was steep and extremely narrow to the point that my standard size case just about fitted across it. Although the owners had tried to make the room comfortable, the small fridge was a hinderance I had issues getting passed it and the kettle didnt work so Tea/coffee service was useless, so I took the coffee sugar and milk sachets with me to make a morning coffee somewhere I could find hot water, luckily where I was going had a pot of coffee on when I arrived so I got my morning coffee anyway.
I couln't access the wifi, needed a code which I had neglected to ask for before the owner left for the night.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Furong • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Ernest • couple • gb
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Furong • couple • gb
8
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Excellent value for money, and very pleasant staff. The room was very clean and comfortable

Cons:

Entrance is at the rear of the building, so it took a little longer to find it.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • couple • gb
7
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • couple • gb
7
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Muiz • solo_traveller • gb
8
It was calm and refreshing
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
• couple • gb
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Bailey • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Kadie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The manager on the front desk was very welcoming and very accommodating. They saved me a parking space and allowed me to drop my car off before check in as me and my day were going into London to watch a show.

Lots of tea, coffee, milk and sugar in the room and bottled water. Normally at hotels you have to ask for more ! Clean comfy bed. Good for the price

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Blight • extended_group • gb
10
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