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On the northwest periphery of London lies the town of Watford, nestled along the riverbanks of Colne and Gade and the Grand Union Canal. It is an administrative and historic county of Hertfordshire, England, and is a renowned entertainment and retail shopping destination. The town has heritage sites such as the Watford museum, Bushey museum, the iconic Vicarage road stadium and the Warner Bros Studio tour that showcases Harry Potter's concept drawings and sets.

Accommodation in Watford is highly diversified. Whether you are looking for cheap hotels, family-friendly rentals or pet-friendly accommodations, you'll find that the village can cater to all of your interests.

Neighbourhoods of Watford

The increased demand for property has caused prices to soar over recent years, but Watford's housing rate is still very competitive compared to London. Among its many neighbourhoods include:

  • Town Centre: Watford's town centre is popularised by its broad retail market. The economy remains vibrant even at night. The town centre is also a great place to find convenient apartments and hotels.
  • Nascot Wood: Located northwest of the town, Nascot Wood is a residential area. It is situated close to the town centre and is served by the nearby Watford junction and fast transport links to London Euston.
  • Abbots Langley: This is a village near Watford city with a good balance of houses that tend to have more gardening and parking spaces. To the south of the village is Leavesden Film Studios, where the Harry Potter Series and James Bond's GoldenEye was filmed.
  • Garston: This suburb is between Watford and St Albans. It is famous for its renowned secondary schools, cinema and Garston Park Parade. It's filled with local shops and unique semis, flats, and terraced homes from the 1930s.
  • Leavesden: Situated within the M25 and bordering the M1, Leavesden is part of the Abbots Langley Parish. It is also served by Watford Junction and Kings Langley train stations, and it is only 30 minutes from Heathrow Airport. The town is home to Warner Bros' Leavesden Film Studios and Leavesden Country Park, plus several hotels and restaurants with cheap accommodation in Watford.

What to do and see in Watford

Watford is surprisingly packed with many things to see and do in its small area of 21.5 sq. m. It features a Premiership football team, award-winning parks and a thriving economy filled with amazing shopping, theatres, nightclubs, restaurants and hotels— the city has it all. Here are a few suggestions:

  • Theatres: Watford has several famous theatres, including the 600-seat Watford Palace Theatre, the Pump House and the Watford Colosseum, where the soundtrack of the Lord of the Rings and Star Wars was recorded.
  • Shopping: For shopping lovers, you will be glad to know that Watford is on the CACI's top-20 national retail ranking list. Its evening and night-time economy earned the town a prestigious Purple Flag, representing the city's diverse and vibrant economy and its dedication to ensuring visitors' safety.
  • Harry Potter Warner Bros Tour: Catch the three-hour Harry Potter tour at the Warner Brothers Film Studios. You can enjoy many authentic costumes, props, animatronics, special effects and stage sets from the movie.
  • Watford Park: For nature lovers, this is the must-see former estate and grounds of the Earls of Essex. It's filled with exotic trees dating back hundreds of years. Other scenic nature attractions include Chelsyn Gardens, Bushey Rose Garden and the breathtaking Rickmansworth Aquadrome.
  • Museums: Catch up with Watford's rich history at Hertfordshire Fire Brigade Museum, Watford Museum and Bentley Priory Museum.

What to eat in Watford

You don't want to miss out on the tasty regional recipes, including fairings, curd cakes and bistort Easter-ledge pudding, which you can find in most local restaurants. Watford is packed with many cultural eateries, including Chinese, Lebanese, Indian, Sri Lankan, Italian, Halal and American restaurants.

Typical events and festivals in Watford

Watford punches pretty hard when it comes to events and festivals. Some notable ones include:

  • South Oxhey Fun Day: In June and December and feature free entrance, games, rides, stalls and raffles.
  • Ricky Week & Rickmansworth Canal Festival: A yearly event that attracts about 30,000 people over the third weekend of May. The festival celebrates the environment, community and its canals.
  • Abbots Langley Carnival: In June, you can slide into a carnival mood. This festival is filled with parades on the streets and funfair activities.
  • Croxley Revels: Also hosted in June, this is an event that stages a variety of entertainment activities, including Morris dancers and judo exhibitions.
  • Notable Mentions: There is also the August Skate Jam, July's Woodoaks Association Community Summer Festival and September's Croxfest music festival.

How to move around in Watford

The town of Watford is very well connected. It has all the typical transportation links you'd expect to find in a major city. You can use the underground or above-ground railway lines to journey on to London, the Midlands and further north. You can also use the vast network of buses and taxis or hire a car.

The climate of Watford

The city has a temperate climate and is generally mild and warm. The annual average temperature ranges around 10.3° C (50.6° F). Its hottest month is July, while the coldest is January. October brings the most rain, and January carries the most wind. Though July typically records the highest number of visitors, tourists can visit anytime throughout the year.

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In Watford we will have light rain, warm clothing is advised.

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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Watford

The most centrally located hotels in Watford with the best ratings are: Hotel Travelodge Watford Central, Hotel Leonardo London Watford and Hotel Best Western White House.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Watford, the average price per night is 73 , while you will pay an average of 79 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 256 .

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Watford, we recommend Hotel Holiday Inn Express London Watford Junction and Hotel Mercure London Watford.

If you´re looking for peace and quiet and want to stay at an adult-only hotel in Watford, we recommend Hotel Grove End.

According to our clients, the best hotels in Watford to stay at with children are Hotel Mercure London Watford and Hotel Holiday Inn Express London Watford Junction.

If you want to save time, the hotel in Watford with express check-in and check-out is Hotel Mercure London Watford.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Watford are Hotel Holiday Inn Express London Watford Junction, Hotel Best Western White House and Hotel Mercure London Watford.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Watford, like Hotel Holiday Inn Express London Watford Junction, Hotel Mercure London Watford or Hotel Grove End.

The best hotel with a pool in Watford is Hotel Mercure London Watford.