Great Hallingbury Manor

I had stayed here before with a colleague, and it was still under construction. This construction was finished on my most recent visit. The hotel is a real gem and the room in particular is really comfortable. The use of wood everywhere is really nice, and adds a homeliness to the place. The restaurant is obviously top notch, food was excellent and cooked really well, but personally, even though I have a very broad taste in food, I found the menu to be slightly OTT, with too little choice of more basic food. It's great to have unusual gourmet food available, but I don't think the menu caters enough for a less broad taste. Therefore, perhaps an "a la carte" menu could be made available for a broader selection. Also, on the day I arrived, I had a meeting in the reception area, which I found very cold. I suspect there was an issue with the heating system, as there were electric heaters plugged in also. Overall this is a really great spot to stay in, and very convenient for Stansted Airport. I will visit again in a few months, as I feel issues, such as the heating, will be resolved. This is still a very new hotel, but well worth a visit.

Excellent very comfortable, clean, beautiful location, and very close to the airport

This hotel was ideal for us as we were leaving early in the morning from Stanstead and wanted to travel up and stay somehwere the night before. It was a great location and only cost 10 pounds in a cab to get to the airport. The staff were very efficient and helpful. They also allowed us to leave our car for 3 nights which is why we didn't question the 70 pounds they charged us as opposed to the 65 we were quoted by laterooms.

The room was good value at Late Rooms price very comfortable. If I am being critical the bath towels and the bath robes provided were a bit mean in size and quality. They said breakfast available from 7.00 but were surprised when I turned up at 7.30 although they did provide breakfast.