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Hitchin Priory

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Hallway
Staircase

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Tilehouse Street, Hitchin, England, SG5 2TS
  • Place, Top Field
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, National Bowl
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Double Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Economy Double Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Family Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Economy Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hitchin

Located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Top Field, Hitchin Priory is within a 10-minute drive of Lilley Dog Walking Field. This 3.5-star hotel has 52 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Top Field - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Knebworth House - 16 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Woburn Safari Park - 37 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 57 min drive - 32.5 miles
  • National Bowl - 60 min drive - 36.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hitchin Station - 4 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Groundworks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Halsey's Deli & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wakelin & Son - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hitchin Priory

Guests staying at Hitchin Priory enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9.50 to 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Delme

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1700
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 20 and August 20.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • 1 total pets
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 9.5 to 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hitchin Priory Hotel
Priory Hotel Hitchin
Hitchin Priory Hotel Hitchin
Hitchin Priory England
Hitchin Priory Hotel
Hitchin Priory Hitchin
Hitchin Priory Hotel Hitchin

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hitchin Priory?

Hitchin Priory provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hitchin Priory?

This hotel is located in Hitchin within a short 15-minute walk of Top Field. You'll also find North Herts Leisure Centre and TeamWorks Karting Letchworth within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hitchin Priory?

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

Does Hitchin Priory have a casino on the premises?

No, Hitchin Priory doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hitchin Priory?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hitchin Priory?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a deep soaking bathtub and 24-hour room service as well as an al fresco restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hitchin Priory?

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

Does Hitchin Priory have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hitchin Priory serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Delme.

Will Hitchin Priory allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hitchin Priory for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Hitchin Priory?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hitchin Priory?

The closest major airport to Hitchin Priory is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 9.4 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hitchin Priory?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hitchin Priory.

Hitchin Priory Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 89 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not somewhere I’d stay again

Had to move rooms once as no TV 2nd room, wrapper found in room on radiator so unconvinced on level of clean. No headboard on the bed so sat up against the wall with the one pillow available Earliest breakfast 08:00 so despite paying with the booking was unable to get food before having to leave for work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Stunning location

Stunning hotel set in a beautiful setting. Fantastic food and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel staff made every effort to make our trip a success. The food we had was excellent. On the negative side: I paid extra for a large double room to enable my wife and I to have room to sit in view of restricted movement within the hotel. Our room was large but the space was taken up by an extra bed and we only had one chair! I wanted to book a meal in advance but the hotel's meal booking system told me there were no places available. When we got there we could have booked any time. The hotel needs to provide much more accurate information before guests arrive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

on hotel

Amazing old priory building. Service first class. Wonderful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

alex

Liked: Cleanliness

Safe place to stay during COVID

Great COVID precautions- felt very safe there. The down side of this was that service was slow but we accept this at these times. What would have been a stunning building has been somewhat wrecked with not so modern alterations/additions which is sad. Fantastic location & grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and a very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent slice of history to stay in, grounds were beautiful and peaceful. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. A special mention for Luke who made our stay even better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Room comfort

Quiet night but room tired and really ready?

It was the first week since reopening post Covid lockdown and things were clearly still working up. Bed very comfortable and room quiet - major pluses for us. Surprised that things not quite working such as shaver socket, dripping hot water tap in sink, door lock took a lot of twirling before it engaged, wet patches on carpet in entrance part of room - perhaps recent cleaning that had not dried properly. All reported as leaving to local management for attention. Shower easily controllable and good flow Breakfast (Hotels.com clients asked to pay extra) - delivered to rooms currently - asked when we wanted it said 9:00, suggested it'd be busy we said OK 9:15, by 9:30 had not arrived so called, told on way, when still not there 9:45 rang again to chase. Eventually delivered 10:00. Not all expected contents as advertised - no fruit or cereal, nor milk for coffee / cereal. Enjoyed bacon bap albeit coolish - room a long way from reception and kitchen. We solved mystery of where our previous breakfast had been delivered to on way out - a bag clearly labelled for 41 sitting on floor outside 47 On site Parking arrangements (400 yards from hotel) OK too Double billed - I said I thought I had already paid but assured not, sorted out once returned home and in doing so hotel promptly refunded duplicated charge + most of supplement we were charged for breakfast. Restaurant and bar unused as an overnight to save driving home after a meal in a favourite local restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

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

Super hotel.

Delightful hotel. Beautiful room in the old coach house with door straight to the outside. Very peaceful place and helpful members of staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A tired out and run down hotel

The main building itself looks nice but the annex is in a very poor state with patchy paintwork, exteremly thin walls and a lumpy and uncomfortable bed. The staff were friendly but in general the whole place is a bit run down and poor value for money. We wont be staying again any time soon!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stopover

Bed very hard, room very dated in need of upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Tired, disappointing, basic & needs major refurb

Hotel very tired, and just doesn’t resemble the photos advertised in the slightest. From the moment we arrived in the car park, which was covered with parking warning signage, we were sceptical. Polite and pleasant staff checked us in, but then allocated us a room which, at best could be described as tired, dilapidated and basic. The whole annex in which the room was housed felt dated; the walls covered in dots and dabs of paint covering old marks etc; the carpet threadbare and the room looked more 1980s than 2020s. It really didn’t stand up against its price tag, when a comparable price got a clean, modern and more relaxing double room at a nearby Premier Inn. We opted not to stay the night in the end - as we just didn’t feel comfortable, though credit to the staff they were apologetic for the inconvenience. Couldn’t fault them, simply the hotel and dated facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff manning the Reception were excellent, and very good quiet night's sleep. (I found the pillows were perfect for me).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience. Thank you. ...............
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building in an amazing setting, nicely decorated in the public areas and evidently maintained with care and high standards. But... breakfast was completely self-service and the two toasters only worked at half their capacity: 4 of the 8 toasting slots failed to heat up. The demand for toast is always high, so this created an impression of inefficiency and/or carelessness. My ‘economy single room’ contained the most uncomfortable bed l’ve ever paid to sleep in. The spavined springs complained with every movement, and a ratty old duvet had been inserted under the mattress protector in an effort to reduce the impact of lumps and failed suspension. I’ve seen better at the tip! All this came to light when l remade the bed, which was necessary because the bottom sheet lifted off when l turned back the upper duvet. It hasn’t been tucked in, let alone made with hospital corners. Overall, a class act spoilt by a couple of false economies!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful friendly staff Great location Nice bright clean room Good Breakfast Have stayed before , will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jules

Liked: Staff & service
The main property has character although bedrooms need more care and attention
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in need of updating and looks tired.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grandure of the main building, location to town centre
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location,wonderful historical context.

Pretty and historical location along side a pretty village. Great breakfast, Rooms very basic but good size and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The front desk was not a friendly start. We were a bit early and the gentleman said we were too early, didnt check if our room was possibly available as not high season and said to come back. We came back 3 hours later and the girl daid she was too busy to help. Finally checked us in. The room was extremely small, overlooked the front entrance so we had to keep the curtains closed so as not to be seen from the street. The bedside light was broken. There was no water oressure for a proper shower. The beakfast was mediocre. Had to make our own coffe and they started clearing food away before others had had a chance to go up and get something. All in all very disappointing. Lovely grounds and beautiful old building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Hitchin is not a tourist destination so the Priory meets the demands of those who use it. The staff are friendly and helpful but don’t expect state of the art accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent Hotel. Lovely grounds.

Breakfast excellent, location excellent, staff great. I had a single room, which was fine - a tiny bit run down but perfectly acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

SILVIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Beautiful central unit but you sleep elsewhere

The central unit (reception and breakfast room) is a truly ancient and beautiful place with a stunning green garden on the rear... sadly our bedroom was not there.... but in another separate building on one side... called The Priory Cottage. This unit was quite dull.... not newly refurbished and the toilet decidedly old fashioned. It had no windows and a seriously poor aspiration system impossible to turn on... so a lot of steam after shower and it all passed into the room... smells included. Breakfast in the beautiful ancient building was good and the waiters kind, but new food was never brought once something was finished... a thing quite annoying. I loved the ancient place but sincerely the price paid was too high for the lodging offered (in the separate building).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bedroom had just been painted &the smell was awful.Noise outside of room really bad.However when reported to reception they promptly moved us.Breakfast was cold & delay in getting fresh items.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019