The Harvard Inn

4.0 star property
4-star Tudor inn with free WiFi

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Stock, Ingatestone, England, CM4 9BJ
  • Place, Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hanningfield Reservoir
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stock Brook Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

The Tack Room

  • 3498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Hayloft

  • 3498 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ingatestone

In Ingatestone .You'll find Stock Brook Country Club and Queen's Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this inn. Hanningfield Reservoir and Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hanningfield Reservoir - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Delta Force Paintball Billericay - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Stock Brook Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Queen's Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ingatestone Station - 6 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr Fish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Inn on the Green - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Harvard Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Forge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Harvard Inn

4-star Tudor inn with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Harvard Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ingatestone inn is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1500
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Harvard Inn offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Ingatestone inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Monday is the only day a continental breakfast is available.

Property is also known as

Harvard Inn Stock

Harvard Inn Ingatestone

Harvard Stock

Harvard Ingatestone

The Harvard Inn Inn

The Harvard Inn Ingatestone

The Harvard Inn Inn Ingatestone

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Harvard Inn to the airport?

The Harvard Inn is 20.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Harvard Inn?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Harvard Inn on Jun 15, 2026 start from $163, 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 Harvard Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Harvard Inn.

Does The Harvard Inn offer free breakfast?

The Harvard Inn offers free cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Harvard Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Harvard Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Harvard Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Harvard Inn have a pool?

The Harvard Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Harvard Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Harvard Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Harvard Inn to downtown Ingatestone?

The Harvard Inn is 0.1 mi away from Stock.

The Harvard Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 404 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place to stay great staff & food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean, great shower and the staff were very friendly. Ate in the restaurant and the food was very good. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room so clean, staff friendly and helpful and breakfast such a great start to the day
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel, clean room and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay again,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were friendly. Cosy atmosphere and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was in courtyard and had a very large bed. Bathroom had a lovely shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was really nice and spacious. The food here is also amazing. Would definitely recommend it and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room clean and very comfortable. staff as always were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room very clean. The best bit was the Sunday lunch, superb! Breakfast was very good too. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay, great food and staff !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and very smart hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Miss J M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really lovely old building full of character. All the staff we interacted with were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOY

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

Great Hotel

Regularly stay at this hotel and always receive excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a wedding nearby, and it was lovely, room was gorgeous and clean, staff very welcoming and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Nice atmosphere. Lovely stables room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

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

Great business stopover

I am staying on a regular basis now and as have been impressed with the excellent service, the rooms are comfy and clean and I have a great nights sleep and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and welcoming. The staff were amazing. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay than you great big bedrooms lovely breakfast and amazing staff can’t wait to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and fabulous staff, the road is a little noisey but other than that absolutely fabulous. Breakfast and evening meal were fabulous too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Room clean. Easy car parking. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely little hotel/pub. Rooms are good and food is also good. My only complaint is the pillows, which have mentioned before. They are flat and hard and very uncomfortable. It is like resting your head on a wooden board. Change the pillows and I would be very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026