The White Hart Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Tudor hotel near St Albans Cathedral

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a bicycle decoration on the wall.
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Single Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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23-25 Holywell Hill, St Albans, England, AL1 1EZ
  • Place, St Albans Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Verulamium Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

St Albans

In St Albans .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St Albans Cathedral and 2 miles (3 km) of Verulamium Museum with a stay here. Hertfordshire County Showground is within 6 miles (10 km) and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • St Albans Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clock Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Verulamium Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Verulamium Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • St Albans Abbey Station - 8 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Peahen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Per Tutti - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Goat Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dylans the Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The White Hart Hotel

3-star Tudor hotel near St Albans Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The White Hart Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3-star St Albans hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1470
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The White Hart Hotel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 45-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

White Hart Hotel St Albans
White Hart St Albans
The White Hart Hotel Hotel
The White Hart Hotel St Albans
The White Hart Hotel Hotel St Albans

Frequently asked questions

How close is The White Hart Hotel to the airport?

The White Hart Hotel is 12.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Luton Airport (LTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Hart Hotel?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Hart Hotel on Jul 12, 2026 start from $143, 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 The White Hart Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The White Hart Hotel.

How close is The White Hart Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 17.7 mi (35-min drive) from Ruislip Lido Beach.

Does The White Hart Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The White Hart Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The White Hart Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grosvenor Casinos (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The White Hart Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The White Hart Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The White Hart Hotel have a pool?

The White Hart Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The White Hart Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The White Hart Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The White Hart Hotel to downtown St Albans?

The White Hart Hotel is 0.2 mi away from St Albans.

The White Hart Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 370 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel old and quirky, great location, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edoardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quick, the staff really friendly and the room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable. I found the staff were polite and very helpful. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel, very central, close to cathedral and town centre, and many, many dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SARAH

Liked: Staff & service
Overall a good stay but not exceptional. Lovely old building but Bedroom & bathroom badly in need of refurbishing. Horrible mdf furniture in room but v comfortable bed. Thankfully no ghosts!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a fabulous friendly welcoming hotel. The receptionist who checked us in was very friendly and helpful. When we had breakfast, we were also impressed with how efficient and friendly the server was. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was lovely but when we had meal in the restaurant Saturday night we was not told until we sat down and looked at menu we could only have soft drinks as their licence had not been renewed in time. We should have been told this on arrival Rooms were horrible. Lumpy bed and pillows and very small bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

I am definitely coming back to stay here

Beautiful room & bar. Great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james

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

Lovely hotel

Very cosy quaint hotel. Mind your head on the low beems and doors but all adds to the stay. Beds are very cosy breakfast is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
One man seemed to be covering all jobs, very pleasant, but no one had unlocked the hotel in the morning so there was no breakfast which they refunded me. Wasnt impressed as I then had to find breakast elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very old building with plenty of charm. Lots of steps and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect one night city break, free upgrade to a double ro
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, for the city and train station. The hotel was comfortable with good food. Parking was a little tight. The stairs inside the hotel are a little narrow if you are less able (understandable in such an old building)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is an old building and showing signs of its age. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Amenities
For the cost the room was not acceptable. The shower didn’t work and the hose on the bath taps leaked. The toilet seat was broken. The overall standard of the room was well short of what I would expect for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay in a quirky hotel

Excellent stay in a unique hotel. Very helpful and friendly staff. Rooms were comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline

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

Unique experience

Free parking. Great breakfast. Room interesting as old building, comfortable bed and bathroom great Sloping floor though some may find disconcerting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, friendly and overall a excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed the stay at The White Hart, it's spot on for a traditional hotel. Great staff and the location is steps from the St Albans Abby and high street shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Early check in for £25 and £25 for the dog and breakfast @ £12 a head do not make this a cheap option. Staff very friendly and helpful. It is an old hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gret traditional pub hotel... historic building!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel conveniently situated in downtown St Albans across from the famous cathrdral
Stayed 1 night in May 2024