Ridings at Theobalds Park

3.0 star property
Hotel in Waltham Cross with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Family Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Lieutenant Ellis Way, Waltham Cross, England, EN7 5HW
  • Epping Forest
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Alexandra Palace
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waltham Cross

Located in Cheshunt, Ridings at Theobalds Park is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Lee Valley White Water Centre and within a 15-minute drive of Lee Valley Athletics Centre. This 140-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Capel Manor Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Epping Forest - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Alexandra Palace - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Finsbury Park - 20 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Theobalds Grove Station - 3 min drive
  • Enfield Town Overground Station - 8 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheshunt Pond Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crocodile - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jerk Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Breakfast Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ridings at Theobalds Park

Hotel in Waltham Cross with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Ridings at Theobalds Park features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include hair dryers and ironing boards.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 20 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The Birch Hotel Spa
Theobalds Park Hotel Spa
The Ridings Restaurant Rooms
The Ridings Restaurant & Rooms Hotel
The Ridings Restaurant & Rooms Waltham Cross
The Ridings Restaurant & Rooms Hotel Waltham Cross

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Ridings at Theobalds Park?

This hotel is situated in Cheshunt, close to Epping Forest, Paradise Wildlife Park, and Lee Valley White Water Centre. You'll also find Lee Valley Park and Trent Park nearby.

Is there parking available at Ridings at Theobalds Park?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Ridings at Theobalds Park have a casino at the property?

No, Ridings at Theobalds Park doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ridings at Theobalds Park?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Ridings at Theobalds Park?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Ridings at Theobalds Park?

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

Does Ridings at Theobalds Park have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ridings at Theobalds Park serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Ridings at Theobalds Park allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Ridings at Theobalds Park for a fee of EUR 25 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Ridings at Theobalds Park have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Ridings at Theobalds Park?

The closest major airport to Ridings at Theobalds Park is London City Airport (LCY), which is 25.4 mi away (55 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 27.1 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ridings at Theobalds Park?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Ridings at Theobalds Park.

Ridings at Theobalds Park Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tony

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fine, but room lacks facilities, no telephone, no fridge and not milk for tea
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

Fabulous place. Great price

Lovely stay at this picturesque hotel. Friendly staff. Beautiful restaurant. Clean and offers lovely grounds to walk around. Breakfast could be a little better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Simplicity and comfort

Clean and simple with an excellent restaurant and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, beautiful room and friendly staff. Only criticism would be the breakfast. I dont mind continental at all but the choice was very limited and for £20:i definitely would expect more variety.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hicham

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron

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

6/10 Okay

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandni

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeyna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

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

Great Place For a Short Stay

I stayed for two nights. The staff were fantastic, really friendly and always making sure everything was ok. The room was a good size, and the bed was really comfortable. Great bathroom too. I had breakfast and dinner there. Breakfast was limited. The cafetiere had great coffee in it, but food was just some small baked pastries, a bit of cereal, and one type of ham and cheese. Dinner was a great experience though. Can highly recommend their fish pie! The wine and drinks selection was really good. Just a couple of points for improvement. 1).If arriving at night it can be difficult to understand where to go as the signage isn't easy to see. Putting lights on the signs, and then have a sign on the doors leading to the courtyard would help. 2) The room didn't have a desk to work on or drawers to put things in. There was plenty of space for something like that. The woods around the location are lovely, and I know they have plans to develop the surroundings. I'd love to go back again when the work is done as I did enjoy my stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Quiet and clean

Very comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

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

One night trip

Room was basic but clean Bed pillows were very good comfy Food was nice but not much of a choice But was told only just re opened Luke was very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

Fine stay with nice staff.

Nice functional place to stay for a night. Room was fine and clean. Nice touches, staff were lovely and friendly also milk served in a bottle, nice pottery cups. Could be nicer by having a way to keep the milk cool, or and a coffee machine but they have Nescafé sachets. Felt like it was trying to be swanky but not quite there. Breakfast- continental was £12 and then charged extra £3 for coffee plus included £3.70 service charge for a help yourself breakfast. Breakfast was sparse and food not replenished so not much selection. Asked for yoghurt & marmalade but they didn’t have any. I don’t mind paying a service charge ( they bought more toast when I asked) but surprised that coffee wasn’t included with breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice early check in. Walking a mile to work mainly through the beautiful grounds of what was a massive estate. The rooms were very nice and comfortable. The on site restaurant served an excellent selection of food. This hotel has only been open for 3 weeks but I’m sure it’s going to be a massive success! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Germantown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classy place and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Looks like it could be brilliant. However my need for an accessible room was not passed to the hotel (they said) - so I didn’t get one. I arrived in the dark and it was really difficult to find my way to the hotel itself - there hadn’t been any advance information about the barrier or where the intercom (obscured by foliage) was. As a disabled person it was difficult to get out of the car and read the notice on the barrier (which didn’t give info about the intercom - just gave a phone number!) Hotel signs to reception almost impossible to read in the dark. Security (Lucas? On quad bike) were great in directions and help. Reception (Luke) also good. No accessible parking spaces available or visible. Fairly selfish guests blocking car park exit (chatting) and making it difficult for morning arrivals and leavers. I wish there’d been written information in room about the interesting history of the property. No info given (but I worked it out) about Internet access or restaurant menu and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

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

Great Place and Staff

A great find for a new site will return 100 % when I am in the Area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025