The Dorrington, Halstead (Essex) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

2 Trinity Street, Halstead (Essex), United Kingdom, CO9 1HW

The Dorrington is located in the heart of Halstead, a quaint market town steeped in history. Originally built to house a store in the 1800s, it has evolved into a vibrant bar and hotel since the 1990s. This establishment features diverse accommodations, dining options, and entertainment for both leisure and business travelers. Its proximity to attractions like Hedingham Castle and London Stansted adds to its appeal.

Location

Situated in Halstead, The Dorrington provides easy access to local amenities in the town center. It is conveniently located 40 km from London Stansted, making it accessible for travelers. Paid private parking is available at a reasonable cost, and guests benefit from free parking after 15:00. The surrounding area features several attractions, including Hedingham Castle and local farms.

Rooms

The Dorrington offers 15 comfortable rooms, including singles, doubles, twins, and family options. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, HD TV in some rooms, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can expect tidy and well-maintained spaces, with ongoing improvements, such as air conditioning installations. Some accommodations are situated within the main hotel, while others are located in a rear annexe.

Eat & Drink

The on-site bar presents a wide selection of drinks, including lagers, real ales, and a variety of cocktails. Guests can enjoy cooked breakfast starting at 07:30 on weekdays and at 09:00 on weekends. Dining is available both in the bar area and in The River Table Room, offering a more traditional seating arrangement. The menu features options from breakfast to lunches and popular Sunday meals.

Leisure & Business

The Dorrington features a nightclub on the first floor, complete with laser shows, a robust sound system, and top DJs for celebratory events. The Trinity Suite is suited for larger gatherings, complete with its own bar and dance floor. For more intimate events, The River Table Room serves as an ideal setting for gatherings of various occasions, making it a versatile venue for events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Family Room

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2 persons

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Halstead (Essex)400 m

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 38.1 km

Cambridge (CBG) 55.8 km

Bus

Bus stop 5.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Impressive Renovation!

“The recently renovated bathroom was a standout feature, with clean fixtures that made for a pleasant experience.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“I loved the ample space in the room, along with the two bathrooms which were perfect for us girls to get ready efficiently.” view full review

Generous Space!

“The living area was incredibly spacious, allowing my family to relax comfortably after a long day out.” view full review

Convenient Amenities

“The availability of self-catering facilities really enhanced our stay, as we could easily prepare meals and snacks when needed.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Location

2 Trinity Street, Halstead (Essex), United Kingdom, CO9 1HW

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2 Trinity Street, Halstead (Essex), United Kingdom, CO9 1HW

City landmarks

Holy Trinity Church

730 m

Church

St James the Great

2.4 km

Gosfield Lakes Golf Club

3.3 km

Gosfield

Broaks Wood

2.9 km

Farm

Wash Farm

3.5 km

Petersfield Lane Gosfield Shopping Village

Gosfield Gallery

3.6 km

Parkfields Baptist Church

3.3 km

Event hall

Gosfield Hall

3.7 km

Stanley Hall

3.4 km

Church

Church Of St Catherine

3.5 km

Church

St John the Baptist Church

3.6 km

Castle

Hedingham Castle

5.8 km

Church

St Andrew's

3.9 km

Royal British Legion

4.0 km

St Giles' Church

4.0 km

Halstead War Memorial

4.0 km

28-30 Trinity Street

Kids Play House

4.1 km

Halstead United Reformed Church

4.1 km

Alderford Mill

4.3 km

Church

Parish Church Of St Andrew

5.0 km

Museum

Earls Colne Heritage Museum

4.7 km

Earls Colne Quaker Meeting House

4.8 km

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

4.8 km

Grace Baptist Church

4.9 km

Head Street Gallery

5.0 km

St Francis of Assisi

5.0 km

Farm

Spencers Farm Shop and Fruit Farm

5.7 km

Halstead Snooker Centre

5.8 km

Nearby

Halstad Empire Theatre Ltd

10 m

Halstead Baptist Church

450 m

Restaurants

Buzy Beanz Bistro

4.1 km

22 Bridge Street

Coffee Kavern

110 m

26 Bridge Street

Riverside Fish Bar

4.4 km

72 High Street

Hume's Bakery

340 m

40 High Street

Domino's Pizza Halstead

340 m

39 High Street

Martin's Road Fish Bar

3.9 km

1 Martins Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

great breakfast

exposed location

limited dining options

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

8.0

Service

8.3

Dining

7.7

John

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offered a fantastic room with a lovely flat-screen TV; however, the initial one had a sewer smell which was quickly resolved. The room was a bit dirty upon arrival, and some used toiletries remained in the bathroom. Despite these minor flaws, the overall room quality was fantastic, although slightly overpriced for its basic amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The room was fantastic after the initial issue was resolved and had a lovely flat-screen TV.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and helpful, including the doorman, although there was some confusion about parking.

Location

9.0

The location was exactly what we needed as a base to visit the local area, convenient to shops and restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was exceptional, with thoughtful preparation and great service, even accommodating our dog. However, there were limited options available.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met our needs during the stay.

Peter

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is located conveniently within easy reach of shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and come with extra safety security locks, though the morning chill can be a downside. The service is top-notch and very welcoming, with a fantastic price for a complete breakfast. The location is perfect for exploring the area and even offers a riverside walk for furry companions. While the dining options are good, having more choices would enhance the experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and well-secured with extra safety locks, but the morning cold can be felt, and the broken lock on the sash window posed a security risk.

Service

9.0

The service here is beyond friendly and helpful, making us feel comfortable and welcome. The breakfast offered at a great price was a delightful start to the day.

Location

7.0

The location is convenient for access to shops and restaurants, with the added bonus of a riverside walk nearby for our dog. However, the area was not the cleanest and had remnants of the previous night's activities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pleasant, with hot and delicious food. However, more variety in the menu options would have been appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a good selection of amenities to meet our needs during our stay.

friendly staff

exposed location

Henry

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.8/10

The hotel offered studio flats converted at the rear of the building, which were dirty upon arrival with used toiletries still in the bathroom. The shared bathroom in the room was a drawback. However, the friendly staff catered to our need for an earlier check-in time at no extra cost and even sourced gluten-free cereal and bread for us.

Rooms

5.0

The studio flats were not as clean as expected and had shared facilities, which was disappointing.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to help us with our requests.

Location

8.0

The hotel suited our needs for a short stay and was conveniently located for exploring the local area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mixed, with nice food but lacking in temperature. The burnt toast triggered alarms, but the halal products were a good addition.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average, with some room for improvement in cleanliness and amenities.