The White Hart Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Superior Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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23-25 Holywell Hill, St Albans, England, AL1 1EZ
  • Place, St Albans Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Verulamium Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

St Albans

The White Hart Hotel places you next to St Albans Cathedral and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Verulamium Museum. This 15-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • St Albans Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Verulamium Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Verulamium Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • St Albans Abbey Station - 8 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Peahen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dylans the Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Goat Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Per Tutti - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The White Hart Hotel

The White Hart Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a garden.
45-inch plasma TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1470
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

White Hart Hotel St Albans
White Hart St Albans
The White Hart Hotel Hotel
The White Hart Hotel St Albans
The White Hart Hotel Hotel St Albans

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The White Hart Hotel?

The White Hart Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Hart Hotel?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Hart Hotel on May 19, 2026 start from $130, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to The White Hart Hotel?

This hotel is located in St Albans, just steps from Clock Tower and St Albans Museum + Gallery, and within a short walk of Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre. You'll also find Verulamium Park and Verulamium Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The White Hart Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does The White Hart Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The White Hart Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The White Hart Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The White Hart Hotel good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a chef service as well as a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges.

Are there hot tubs at The White Hart Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The White Hart Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The White Hart Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The White Hart Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The White Hart Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The White Hart Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The White Hart Hotel?

The closest major airport to The White Hart Hotel is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 12.1 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 26.7 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The White Hart Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The White Hart Hotel that offer a balcony.

The White Hart Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 364 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 364 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 364 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 364 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 364 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
For the cost the room was not acceptable. The shower didn’t work and the hose on the bath taps leaked. The toilet seat was broken. The overall standard of the room was well short of what I would expect for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
On arrival, at 2:45 (check in was from 2pm) the BBC were there filming & a staff member from The White Hart came out to the carpark to inform us we couldn’t check in till they had finished filming which would be about 5 or 5:30pm. We could have gone straight to our rooms but then not leave & there would be no food or drinks available. We had plans for the evening so too late to cancel but decided to go and get food elsewhere while we waited. In doing so, we got soaked as it was raining heavily. We ended up having an early dinner which was not part of our plan before heading back just after 5. After complaining at reception that we should have been warned in advance (by email or phone call) about not being able to check in until later, all they said was the BBC needed to finish filming, no complimentary drink or food offered as a way of inconveniencing us. I think it was very bad service. We’ve stayed here twice now but will not be returning again as they don’t seem to value their customers.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

laura

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable. I found the staff were polite and very helpful. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edoardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quick, the staff really friendly and the room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a fabulous friendly welcoming hotel. The receptionist who checked us in was very friendly and helpful. When we had breakfast, we were also impressed with how efficient and friendly the server was. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ian, Lincoln

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, for the city and train station. The hotel was comfortable with good food. Parking was a little tight. The stairs inside the hotel are a little narrow if you are less able (understandable in such an old building)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

I am definitely coming back to stay here

Beautiful room & bar. Great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is an old building and showing signs of its age. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel, very central, close to cathedral and town centre, and many, many dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect one night city break, free upgrade to a double ro
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

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

Unique experience

Free parking. Great breakfast. Room interesting as old building, comfortable bed and bathroom great Sloping floor though some may find disconcerting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Very cosy quaint hotel. Mind your head on the low beems and doors but all adds to the stay. Beds are very cosy breakfast is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights to celebrate my birthday. Our room was on the top floor, very quirky. The room was on a bit of a slope but the furniture was on levelling props. Couldn't see out of the window unless stood on the bed, then could just about see the cathedral. Not double glazed so there was quite a bit of road noise as located on a main road. Mattress could do with replacing. Macerator toilet was rather noisy, however, the shower was the best I've ever used in a hotel, very powerful and lots of hot water. Large TV. Very handy having the free parking and easy walking access in to the town centre. Breakfast was perfect both days and so was the evening meal we had there on our 2nd night. All staff we encountered were lovely and friendly. Would definitely stay here again if visiting St. Albans
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Congratulations to The White Hart and the Staff.

The hotel has amazing resonance with the long history of the local area and the Cathedral. It is perfectly located for all the major features of St Albans. The internal design and style illustrates the long history, back to the late 15th Century. Understand that this does not compare with a 20th Century design; and so much the better for that. The staff were extremely friendly, efficient and always too ready to help; the menus were very good. There is a good private car park immediately behind the hotel.
The White Hart Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

Great hotel, poor bar.

Pleasantly located in St Albans. An historic hotel/pub. Room was pleasant, large. The shower was excellent. Absolutely blasted the water out: no flimsy trickle. However, the room was at the end of a corridor which gave the impression it should have been haunted yet no hauntings or any paranormal phenomena occurred which was disappointing. The bar is below par. Drink elsewhere such as The Boot which is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very old building with plenty of charm. Lots of steps and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Lovely visit to St Albans

Lovely historic hotel in centre of St Albans. Only negative is lack of plugs in hotel room. Ideally some near the bedside table would be useful. Probably not allowed to add more as building is listed. Had delicious home cooked breakfast. Plenty of choices at breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025