Stay at Leonardo Hotel London Watford, a 4.3★ LGBTQ+ friendly hotel steps from intu Watford and Watford High Street station with free Wi-Fi and dining options.
Recent guests highlight the clean, comfortable rooms, welcoming staff, and the hotel's excellent proximity to local attractions and transport links, making it a popular choice for a variety of travelers.
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Leonardo Hotel London Watford offers a modern and straightforward lodging option located on Clarendon Road, within easy reach of key local amenities. Guests consistently highlight the hotel's clean, simple rooms with free Wi-Fi, along with a modest restaurant and bar that provide convenient dining and refreshment options on site.
The hotel is well suited for visitors who want to be close to central Watford attractions. It stands just a few minutes’ walk from the intu Watford Shopping Centre and half a mile from Watford High Street train station, providing good links for commuters and tourists alike. Nearby points of interest include the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Wembley Stadium, offering leisure opportunities within a short journey.
Visitors often commend the friendly and helpful staff, noting a warm welcome and attentive service that adds to their stay. The location works well for those attending local events or exploring nearby sites, with easy access to Heathrow and other London airports by car or public transit. The hotel's inclusive, LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere also appeals to a diverse range of travelers.
While praised for cleanliness and comfort, some guests have suggested minor improvements in reception service to enhance first impressions. Overall, Leonardo Hotel London Watford suits travelers seeking a practical and comfortable base in Watford, particularly those combining business or sightseeing with convenience and reasonably priced accommodation.
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We had such a warm welcome with the friendly staff who gave us food and drink discount cards and a free arrival drink which was a great surprise, and the bar staff were so lovely and engaging on the occasions we visited. They recommend near by places when we asked and helped to make our stay one we will never forget. Everything we needed was very close to the hotel. Highly recommend a stay to those who need to be in the area especially those visiting the Warner Brothers Studio Tour which we did. The hotel is a short walk to Watford Junction train station where you can get the free shuttle bus to the tour.
Great stay. Room was spacious and spotlessly clean. Good wifi connection. Friendly staff in all areas. Breakfast was fantasic.
The service from the staff makes this place! We called to book a room after 48hours from hell having my birthday holiday cancelled and left with no where to go at 4am. The staff were amazing! We called to explain our situation and they were so helpful and when we arrived they made me feel very special! If a manager is reading this your staff who was on on the 5th of January between 4-6am saved my birthday! Thank you so much!
I recently stayed at Leonardo Hotel London Watford and overall had a very nice experience. The hotel was very clean throughout, and the location is amazing – everything is within easy reach, which made our stay super convenient. The breakfast was also great, with plenty of options and everything fresh and well presented. A special thank you to Thiru and Mathew for the lovely service we received – they were so nice, friendly, and welcoming. It really makes a difference when staff genuinely care about guests. Also, big thanks to the guy behind the bar (I’m so sorry I can’t remember his name – he had piercings!) – he was brilliant and added to the great atmosphere. If I had one small comment, it would be about the reception team. A little more smiling and light conversation would go a long way. When guests arrive, they’re excited about their stay, and a warm welcome always makes a big first impression. That said, overall it was a very nice stay, and we would happily return. Thank you to the team!
Thank you for our complimentary room upgrade & drinks at the bar as we were celebrating a special occasion - anniversary and wedding this year! This really made our stay special and we will definitely be sure to book with a Leonardo hotel again as a result. Parking facilities also very good. Very pleased and happy with our stay. All staff were friendly and particular thank you to the lady who checked us in!
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and found the staff very friendly and helpful. The room was spotless and I appreciated the coffee/tea tray after a busy day. The bed was comfortable and the block-out curtains ensured I had an uninterrupted sleep. I made use of the additional amenities and wanted for nothing. I will definitely recommend the hotel to friends and colleagues and hope to enjoy further visits. Well done!
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was super clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The breakfast items were fantastic, too. The location is excellent for train stations and bus stops. We will be staying again.
It was a comfortable and nice stay for us at Leonardo Hotel! All people working here are friendly and we felt warmly welcome. Breakfast was very good with a huge selection of tasty food. The room was clean and nice and very well for our stay.
This straightforward modern hotel is a 3-minute walk from the intu Watford Shopping Centre and 0.5 miles from Watford High Street train station.
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