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Southern Cross

Property class: 2

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A hotel room with a striped wall, a bed with white linens, and a painting of a colorful landscape.
A pub named 'Everest Southern Cross' with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent chimney, multiple windows, and a welcoming entrance.
A hotel reception area with a neon sign, a reception desk, a window with flowers, and a modern light fixture.
A hotel hallway with fire exit signs, a fire extinguisher, and a staircase.
A small kitchenette with a fan, kettle, and cup on a dark countertop.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Southern Cross Hotel, Watford, England, WD17 4PP
  • Place, Watford Colosseum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Watford Palace Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Vicarage Road Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a door.

Apartment (Twin Room with Private Bathroom)

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Apartment (Standard Double Room)

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartment (Standard Room with Shared Bathroom)

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white towel hanging on a metal towel rack, and a white wall.

Apartment (Standard Room with Shared Bathroom)

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a mirror, a door, and a wall with a painting.

Apartment (Single Room with Shared Toilet)

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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7.6 out of 10, Good, 1,000 reviews
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The price is $113
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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About the neighborhood

Watford

Southern Cross is a short stroll from Watford Colosseum and Cassiobury Park. This hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Watford Leisure Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cassiobury Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Watford Colosseum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Watford Palace Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Vicarage Road Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watford Junction Station - 7 min walk
  • Watford Underground Station - 18 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Horns - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southern Cross Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Junction Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Viento Coffee - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Southern Cross

Free parking is available if you drive.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers and desks are also standard.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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. 

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.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Southern Cross?

This hotel is located in Watford, a short 12-minute walk from Watford Colosseum and also 15 minutes on foot from Watford Palace Theatre. You'll also find Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Vicarage Road Stadium within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Cross?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Cross on Oct 18, 2026 start from $119, 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.

Does Southern Cross feature a casino at the property?

No, Southern Cross doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Southern Cross?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Southern Cross feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Southern Cross doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Southern Cross allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Southern Cross.

How close is the airport from Southern Cross?

The closest major airport to Southern Cross is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 21.3 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 19 mi away (32-minute drive).

Southern Cross Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I would just like to Point out lack of ordinary tea no teaspoons and why put jam in the room when there is nothing to put the ham on and if ryvitas were there or something to put the jam on why no.knife. The Keypad needs a little light above it so people can see to.put the code in. I found it a bit embarrassing to ask someone to shine there phone torch so I can enter the code. I think a plug for the bath would be a good idea as well. I really wanted a long soak but had no option and had a shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In quite a nice, quiet area of Watford, walking distance to the shops. Good onsite parking. Laundry facilities available, and EV charging too (but very expensive.) Indian restaurant and pub underneath, good food and value. I stayed for 2 weeks in a single room. Crudely painted which was unfortunate as it made the room look dated and unkempt (someone has actually painted around a picture hanging on the wall...), when in fact it was actually very clean upon arrival. Cleaners appeared to be in the building every day, and the corridors and toilets were generally kept clean. The room was well specced, with the usual hospitality tray, TV, iron and board, hair dryer and fan - especially welcome in the hot weather! The shower cubicle was spotless with plenty of hot water. Complimentary soaps etc also present. A lack of storage space, ie, drawers, was an issue though, especially for an extended stay like mine. Drawbacks? A couple: There was much loud banging of doors, to the extent that sometimes the walls actually shook. Perhaps the self closing mechanism could be adjusted so that doors close less violently. The cleaners especially created a constant stream of banging doors as they go in and out of rooms. More seriously, my room key was not onsite when I arrived, and I had to go to another location to get a key - marvelous when you've just driven 4.5 hours. Worse, someone tried to enter my room during the night - clearly been given the wrong room key. Very poor management.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026