The hype
Guests adore the character and the food, but often find the heating/cooling in the older rooms temperamental.
Marygreen Manor Hotel
$110-190 / noć
Rezervirajte ovaj smeštaj ako You want a Henry VIII-era history fix with easy M25 access and a surprisingly excellent dinner.
Zašto Ljudima Sviđa
- Genuine 16th-century Tudor architecture (oak beams, fire places)
- Tudors Restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes and punches above its weight
- Free on-site parking (a rarity in the area)
Brzi pregled: It's a charming collision of a Wes Anderson period piece and a busy Essex wedding venue.
Pregledano od @thatgingerabroad_: I spent the weekend at this Tudor gem in Essex and it felt like stepping into a history book. The gardens are perfect for a quiet morning coffee, and my attic room was incredibly cozy. If you need a restorative escape near London, this is it.
Gost koji je boravio ovdje je rekao
Reality check
If you stay during a wedding, you will hear the DJ until midnight unless you are in a far Garden Room.
- You appreciate historic creaky floorboards and four-poster beds
- You are driving and need a hassle-free parking spot near the M25
- You are a foodie looking for a proper fine-dining roast dinner
Čistoća i održavanje
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily and generally thorough, though some guests note dust in the intricate Tudor carvings.
- Bathroom hygiene: Modern bathrooms in the Garden wing are spotless; older bathrooms sometimes have grout issues or mold on window panes.
- Maintenance: The historic building shows its age with creaky floors and drafty windows, but is generally well-kept.
- Linens & towels: Crisp and clean, though not ultra-luxury thread count.
- Odors & scents: Main house smells of old wood and polish (pleasant); some complaints of mustiness in damp weather.
Sleepability™
7.5TIHO
0-4BUČNO
4-7.5UMJERENO
7.5-10TIHO
- Wedding/Function room bass on weekends
- Creaky floorboards in the historic section
- Distant road hum from the A12/M25
Pre nego što rezervirate
Korisno znati
- Breakfast is not always included; expect to pay around £15/person if adding it on.
- The hotel is a 20-minute walk (or short taxi) from Brentwood station (Elizabeth Line to London).
- Room service runs 24 hours, which is rare for a hotel of this size.
Šta pakovati
- Earplugs (essential for weekends)
- A portable fan if booking a historic room in summer
- Smart casual clothes for dinner at Tudors (it's fancy)
Genie za sobe
Najbolji izbor
- Deluxe Garden Rooms (modern wing) for silence, AC, and direct garden access
- Brampton Lodge Suites for luxury without the creaks of the main house
Sobe koje treba izbegavati
- Standard rooms in the main house directly above the bar or function room (noise)
- Tudor rooms if you are sensitive to heat (often lack effective AC)
Genie za zahteve za sobe – kopiraj i lepak
“I would like to request a Deluxe Garden Room as far as possible from the function suite/wedding hall to ensure a quiet night. Please confirm this room has working air conditioning.”
Česta pitanja i skriveni saveti
Sve što zaista trebate da znate pre nego što rezervirate.
Is there a gym or pool?
No. There are no fitness or leisure facilities on-site.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, but mostly in the Garden Rooms and Brampton Lodge. Historic Tudor rooms often rely on fans.
Is parking actually free?
Yes, there is a large car park at the front which is free for guests.
Can I bring my dog?
No, the hotel has a strict no-pets policy (service animals only).
How far is the train station?
Brentwood Station is about 1 mile away; a 20-minute walk or 5-minute taxi ride.
Is it haunted?
Local lore says yes—staff have reported 'ghostly figures' in the Tudor parts, fitting for a 16th-century manor.
Insajderski saveti
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Ask for a table in the 'Baronial Hall' section of Tudors Restaurant for the most atmospheric dining experience.
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The 'Oak Lounge' offers a lighter, cheaper menu if you don't want the full fine-dining experience.
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There is a secret nuclear bunker (Kelvedon Hatch) just a short drive away—a must-visit oddity.
5 stvari koje trebate znati prije nego što krenete
💡The water pressure in the historic rooms can be 'authentic' (read: weak).
💡The 'Garden Rooms' feel like a completely different hotel—modern motel style vs. the main house's Tudor drama.
💡You can catch the Elizabeth Line from Brentwood straight into Central London in ~40 mins.
💡The carpets in the hallways are heavily patterned to hide wear, but they are kept clean.
💡It was once home to Henry Roper, a servant to Catherine of Aragon (Henry VIII's first wife).
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