White Hart Hotel By Greene King Inns, Braintree
About the Hotel
The White Hart Hotel By Greene King Inns is a historic 16th-century coaching inn located in the heart of Braintree. Its rich history and local tales add to its unique charm. The hotel features traditional architecture combined with modern amenities, making it a facility that caters to a variety of guests.
Location
Conveniently situated in Braintree town centre, the hotel is 25 minutes from Stansted Airport and offers free private parking. Guests can easily explore local attractions such as the Braintree Village and historical sites like the Neolithic flint mine, which is just a short drive away.
Rooms
The bedrooms at The White Hart are designed to provide comfort with en suite bathrooms featuring showers. Each room includes essential amenities such as a hairdryer, free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Accommodations range from double beds to options suitable for families, ensuring options for various guest needs.
Eat & Drink
The on-site pub serves hearty traditional food, with meals available until 22:00 each night. Guests can indulge in a variety of dishes, including a full English breakfast and homemade desserts. Seasonal menus reflect contemporary twists on classic favorites, and special offers are available for a more affordable dining experience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel offers meeting room facilities suitable for up to 30 people, equipped with free Wi-Fi for business guests. For leisure, visitors can enjoy two characterful bars with log fires, serving an array of hot drinks and alcoholic beverages. Outdoor seating provides a pleasant space for relaxation during warmer months.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers great value for money with tidy rooms that are standard but a bit tired. The service is professional and friendly despite battling poor facilities. The location is excellent overall, perfect for our needs despite some noise disturbances. The dining experience had its moments, but some delays were noted. Overall, a solid choice for a stay in Braintree.
The hotel has a quirky and olde worlde charm but needs maintenance. The rooms were somewhat scruffy, and being close to the generator was a downside. The service was friendly overall, but the main manager was rude. The location was excellent, though initial expectations were low. Dining was hit or miss, with some good meals but generally disappointing. Facilities were adequate but could use improvement.
I stayed at the hotel for 3 nights. The room I had was number 6 in the main part of the old pub, right in the middle of the main building on the 1st floor overlooking the main high street. Despite the room being dated and poor, the service provided by Colin, who is a perfect gentleman, stood out as he kept the tables pristine and took pride in his job. The hotel's location was ideal for the nearby wedding event, but the dining experience left much to be desired in terms of portion sizes and quality for the price. Overall, a mix of positives and negatives during my stay.
The hotel had functional, quiet, and spacious rooms, but I was surprised that the bathroom had no soap. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, going above and beyond to help us when our cab canceled last minute. The location was good for our visit, right in the center of town with free parking. The dining experience was first class, with tasty food despite a bit of a wait. Overall, a mixed experience with some great aspects and a few drawbacks.