18 | LUXlife Magazine Down Hall Hotel: Essex’s Leading Luxury Hotel Experience With a lengthy history dating all the way back to 1322, Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate is a luxury country house hotel located on the border between Essex and Hertfordshire, delivering memorable experiences to all guests within a dreamy, luxurious setting. The hotel’s incredible facilities place it as a leading idyllic escape, perfect for anything from leisure breaks to business retreats. This year, Down Hall Hotel has been honoured with the title of Best Luxury Hotel, Essex, in the Leaders in Luxury Awards 2023. Set within 110 acres of woodland, parkland, and landscaped gardens, Down Hall Hotel seamlessly blends historic country house splendour with luxurious and contemporary dining. The hotel boasts 98 beautiful bedrooms, 10 elegant events rooms, a luxury Eden Spa, and numerous exquisite dining options. Each bedroom is individually designed to reflect the grandeur, elegance, and character of the historic property. No matter your preferences, Down Hall Hotel has a room to suit your needs. Its Classic and Executive bedrooms offer the utmost space and comfort, whilst its Feature rooms deliver stunning views of the grounds. All are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, an iron and ironing board, and a laptop-sized safe. Both bedrooms and public areas benefit from complimentary WiFi, allowing visitors to stay connected throughout their stay. At Down Hall Hotel, guests benefit from a wide variety of dining experiences. They are invited to enjoy a leisurely dinner at the hotel’s Garden Room restaurant, which serves exciting dishes from a modern English menu. Alternatively, guests can indulge in an inspiring menu at the Fox Bar and Terrace, featuring a selection of dishes, bar bites, and salads. Traditional English afternoon tea can also be taken in the hotel’s lounge or outside. Down Hall Hotel is proud to have its very own one-acre vegetable garden, which supplies an abundance of fresh produce for use in its kitchens. Guests can trust that they will be served only the highest quality cuisine throughout the entirety of their stay. With 14 private dining and meeting spaces in total, Down Hall Hotel caters to a range of private parties and events. Whether guests need an intimate boardroom or a larger function space, the hotel is well-equipped to host their event. Four private events rooms are located in the Mansion House, all of which benefit from high ceilings, plenty of natural light, modern audio-visual equipment, comfortable seating, executive boardroom options, and original characteristics such as open fireplaces and decorative Edwardian style doorways. A further 6 private rooms are available in the West Wing, including the Bridgeman/Selwin Suite ballroom and the Oxford Belcamp. Down Hall Hotel is also widely recognised as one of the most prestigious wedding venues in Essex and Hertfordshire, accommodating any number between two and 250 guests. With dedicated wedding suites, beautifully renovated ceremony rooms, and a gazebo perfect for summer al fresco ceremonies, the hotel is the perfect setting to make anyone’s dream wedding come true. Committed to delivering unparalleled experiences to all its guests, Down Hall Hotel believes that true luxury involves the provision of high-end service in a unique setting. Its expert team is trained to go the extra mile to facilitate the special moments that will make a guest’s stay memorable. The estate’s 19th century Italianate mansion, surrounded by 110 acres of rural countryside, makes Down Hall the perfect unique setting for these experiences. Down Hall Hotel is constantly investing in its offerings to ensure it remains at the forefront of its industry. Expectations on standards in the luxury sector have been elevated in recent years, with guests looking to experience a real flavour of the area they are visiting. To cater to this, the hotel utilises locally sourced offerings, from the food grown in its kitchen garden through to the local artists who perform at its music events like the Summer 2023 “Live from the Lawn” shows. As a result of its dedication to delivering unforgettable and truly luxurious experiences, Down Hall Hotel has been awarded Best Luxury Hotel, Essex, in the Leaders in Luxury Awards 2023. Moving forwards, the hotel is working to deliver further unique experiences, for example its latest offering, The Potting Shed, is a new casual dining experience which will open in the coming months. We wish Down Hall Hotel the best of luck in its future endeavours. Contact: Jenny Rogers Company: Down Hall Hotel Web Address: www.downhall.co.uk Apr23460
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