Nestled in a charming location, The Harvard Inn offers the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind with a manager's reception, or explore the beautiful garden. With helpful staff and amenities like free self parking and luggage storage available to you.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Bar
Non-smoking
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Garden
Front-desk safe
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Barbecue grill(s)
Free self parking
The current price is CNY924
CNY924
CNY1,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Why we love this property
Foodie paradise
The inn presents a culinary trio: a restaurant, a bar, and a free cooked-to-order breakfast to start each morning with flavor.
Tudor garden inn
The charming Tudor architecture frames a lush garden at this delightful inn. Traditional design meets natural beauty in this peaceful retreat.
Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Hanningfield Reservoir - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
Delta Force Paintball Billericay - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Stock Brook Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Queen's Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
London (SEN-Southend) - 34 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 49 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 54 min drive
Ingatestone Station - 6 min drive
Wickford Station - 9 min drive
Billericay Station - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Mr Fish - 4 min drive
Inn on the Green - 6 min drive
The Harvard Inn - 1 min walk
The Bell - 5 min drive
The Forge - 5 min drive
About this property
The Harvard Inn
When visiting Ingatestone, The Harvard Inn is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Free reception
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1500
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Tudor architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Monday is the only day a continental breakfast is available.
Also known as
Harvard Inn Stock
Harvard Inn Ingatestone
Harvard Stock
Harvard Ingatestone
The Harvard Inn Inn
The Harvard Inn Ingatestone
The Harvard Inn Inn Ingatestone
Frequently asked questions
Does The Harvard Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Harvard Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Harvard Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Harvard Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Harvard Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Harvard Inn and nearby?
The Harvard Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Harvard Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Reviews
The Harvard Inn Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, freshly cooked, and a great start to the day. (34 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and easily accessible facility at this property. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2026
Lovely Hotel, staff very welcoming and friendly. Excellent food
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Our room was clean and very comfortable. We had both dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and they were excellent. Staff were all very friendly and attentive. We would definitely stay again.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Lovely place to stay great staff & food was amazing
Warren
Warren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Room so clean, staff friendly and helpful and breakfast such a great start to the day
Joanne
Joanne, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were friendly. Cosy atmosphere and the breakfast was nice.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 23, 2026
room clean and very comfortable. staff as always were very friendly
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Room was really nice and spacious. The food here is also amazing. Would definitely recommend it and would stay here again.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room very clean. The best bit was the Sunday lunch, superb! Breakfast was very good too. Thank you.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Lovely stay, great food and staff !
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Very friendly staff and very smart hotel.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Really lovely old building full of character. All the staff we interacted with were wonderful
Miss J M
Miss J M, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Great Hotel
Regularly stay at this hotel and always receive excellent service.
JOY
JOY, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Stayed here for a wedding nearby, and it was lovely, room was gorgeous and clean, staff very welcoming and friendly
Connie
Connie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
The room was clean and welcoming. The staff were amazing. Highly recommend
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Great business stopover
I am staying on a regular basis now and as have been impressed with the excellent service, the rooms are comfy and clean and I have a great nights sleep and lovely breakfast.
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
Beautiful hotel and fabulous staff, the road is a little noisey but other than that absolutely fabulous.
Breakfast and evening meal were fabulous too.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 13, 2025
Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Room clean. Easy car parking. Good breakfast.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 7, 2026
Lovely little hotel/pub. Rooms are good and food is also good. My only complaint is the pillows, which have mentioned before. They are flat and hard and very uncomfortable. It is like resting your head on a wooden board. Change the pillows and I would be very happy.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2025
Good location, good food, blackout blinds would be better on road rooms. Overall good
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Lovely place. Comfortable rooms. Great cooked breakfast. Staff were very friendly.
Allan
Allan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
The staff were pleasant and very helpful. The service was good. No real complaints on my end. If I ever need to go to that area again I’d gladly stay there again.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Great location for rhs gardens
Nice garden good beer and food
brian
brian, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
Lovely room, comfortable bed, nice breakfast, friendly staff, we really enjoyed our stay and will certainly return.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 24, 2025
This was the ideal location for us as we were at a wedding nearby. The hotel is lovely, easy to find, easy to park. It's secondary to the pub though so we waited to check in and had to press the bell three times before someone came but check in was quick and efficient when they arrived. No one came at check out so we had to leave the key on the desk. Room was nice, spacious and comfy, the bathroom was too hot, the towel radiator was scorching and no way of turning it down. There was a little road noise but otherwise couldn't fault it. Breakfast was great!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Location in authentic English (Essex) countryside.