Harpenden in the British county of Hertfordshire is a small city less than 10 minutes away from the historic attractions at St. Albans, including the 15th century Rock Tower and ruins of an ancient Roman wall. History buffs will enjoy the accommodations in and around Harpenden, which consist of Georgian-, Elizabethan- and Victorian-era homes converted into hotels. As a market town, Harpenden offers shopping opportunities and dining at the cafe-style restaurants in the town center.
Situated in Harpenden's town center, the Glen Eagle Manor Hotel is housed in a Victorian-era manor and has maintained many of the manor's original structures, such as the Scottish pine staircase and an arched-glass window in the reception area. The hotel features an on-site restaurant, Sheldon's Brasseries, that serves English-style cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cocktail drinks and wines are available at the hotel's Glen Lounge. The hotel provides services for weddings, such as room for receptions and ceremonies, as well as an events coordinator on staff. The bridal suite offers a private whirlpool tub. Glen Eagle Manor Hotel is right off Harpenden's High Street, which offers access to the town center's restaurants and tourist shops.
Glen Eagle Manor Hotel
1 Luton Road
Harpenden
Hertfordshire
AL5 2PX
United Kingdom
44-1582-760271
gleneaglemanor.com
The Harpenden House hotel in southern Harpenden is within walking distance of historical Harpenden homes such as the Knebworth House. This 15th century house has been frequented by noted British personalities, including Charles Dickens and Winston Churchill. Families who stay at Harpenden House can take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the wildlife exhibits at the Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, only a 20-minute drive away. Harpenden House hotel is in an 18th century, Georgian-style home, and it still has the original fireplace in the hotel's lobby. The hotel has 76 guest rooms and a restaurant, Winepress, with more than 40 styles of red and white wines on the menu.
Harpenden House Hotel
18 Southdown Road
Harpenden
Hertfordshire
AL5 1PE
United Kingdom
44-1582-449955
harpendenhouse.co.uk
The St. Michael's Manor Hotel in St. Albans is a 15-minute drive south of Harpenden; it features five acres with walking paths, gardens and a private one-acre lake. Many of the hotel's guest rooms and the dining room of the on-site Lake Restaurant provide scenic views of the lake. The restaurant has breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and it is popular for its Afternoon Teas, which are served with scones and eclairs. Some of the 30 guest rooms overlook the gardens on the hotel's estate. The hotel is within walking distance of the historic architecture in St. Albans, including the Cathedral of St. Albans. This 11th century church is one of the oldest places of worship in the United Kingdom.
St. Michael's Manor Hotel
Fishpool Street
St. Albans
Hertfordshire
AL3 4RY
United Kingdom
44-1727-864444
stmichaelsmanor.com
