The Dorrington

3.0 star property
Hotel in Halstead with a nightclub and a coffee shop

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Front of property
TV
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2a Trinity Street, Halstead, England, CO9 1JD
  • Hedingham Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Colchester Zoo
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (2 Adults + 4 Children)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Halstead

Located within a leisurely stroll of Milbank Stadium, The Dorrington is within a 10-minute drive of Alderford Water Mill. This 3-star hotel has 14 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Hedingham Castle - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Braintree Village - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 17 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 23 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 26 min drive - 19.0 miles

Getting around

  • Chappel and Wakes Colne Station - 12 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dog Inn - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Dorrington

Hotel in Halstead with a nightclub and a coffee shop
Guests of The Dorrington enjoy features like a nightclub, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include express check-out, a TV in a common area, and a garden.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Free toiletries are also included.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in hours are 3-8 PM on Sunday.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Dorrington Hotel Halstead
Dorrington Halstead
Essex
The Dorrington Hotel
The Dorrington Halstead
The Dorrington Hotel Halstead

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Dorrington?

The Dorrington offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to The Dorrington?

This hotel is located in Halstead, just steps from Milbank Stadium. You'll also find Hedingham Castle and Alderford Water Mill within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Dorrington?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Dorrington have a casino at the property?

No, The Dorrington doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Dorrington?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Dorrington good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a nightclub, and a café at this hotel.

Does The Dorrington have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Dorrington have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Dorrington doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Dorrington allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at The Dorrington.

Does The Dorrington have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Dorrington?

The closest major airport to The Dorrington is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 23.7 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is London (SEN-Southend), which is around 26.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Dorrington?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Dorrington.

The Dorrington Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 36 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little stay!

We had booked a hotel room for two adults two children at the Dorrington. When we arrived we were told we had been upgraded and we had a two bedroom cottage for the same price! This was two minutes down the road and a lovely clean two bedroomed house! We were so pleased with it and would have loved to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with group
Adequate for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn’t go back

It was not ideal having to take all the kids into a bar to get booked in. The room itself was filthy, no table lamps and a green light was on in the room the whole night. It smelt like sewage in the bathroom and the heating didn’t work. No beds were made up for 2 of the guests and the pull out beds were broken. The light shades were broken it wasn’t great. The floors was sticky with stained carpet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Hugh

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced, Dusty, dirty,unclean, mould in shower, generally unclean and we did not stay overnight as a result. No refund offered.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The staff were lovely and helpful. The bed was clean and comfortable. The only issue was the guy in the room next door to us was blaring his TV at 230am and then gave me a mouthful when I asked him to turn it down. Luckily a member of staff was nearby and dealt with him. The bathroom was a little delapidated and needed a better clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dorrington has seen better days, but if you need a place to stay over night it’s prrfect. Cost is good. Decent breakfast in the morning. Friendly helpful staff, I got exactly what I paid for and am very happy with that
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It gets better every time I stay there always in a brilliant room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good size family room , fairly clean , breakfast was a little sparse for choice , pub adjoining the property where breakfast was served was a bit grimy , staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Staff friendly and helpful but on both nights there was lots of noise from council car park next to property. For hours there was wheel spinning cars,music,shouting etc on both nights. Got very little sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

G t

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Mellody

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was disappointed to be told I couldn’t have breakfast at 9:25am when I was told when I booked in breakfast was from 8 - 10!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good but overlooking the main road was noisy late at night and very early in the morning 5am. The breakfast was mediocre but the staff were good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really friendly atmosphere and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only thing that spoilt our stay was the very loud music and very noisy guests returning to there rooms at 2.30 in the morning !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Never again!

Where to begin! Nightclub playing music till 0200, girls screaming/squealing, doors banging and male voices heard till 0300. Breakfast, what a joke! Breakfast was included in the booking, had booked breakfast for 0845, no access to the dining area as the place where it 'should' have been served was locked up. Banged on the door at 0830, went back and packed our bag, placed in the car, went back to bang on the doors, front and back! No answer, no life! Miserable end to a nice previous evening. Unless you are deaf and not hungry in the morning, don't book a room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

It was beyond basic and struck me as the kind of room that would be charged by the hour in a sleazy American movie!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Mateusz

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lot to desire.

Boy racers ragging their cars outside, loud banging door on entry, and every evening a struggle for parking space. Spiders in the bathroom, and dirty silicone sealant with mould on it in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018