When you stay at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Chingford Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Gilwell Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 45 min drive - 21.6 km
The Arena - 53 min drive - 25.5 km
Getting around
London City Airport (LCY) - 38 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 41 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 63 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 64 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 81 min drive
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 95 min drive
Chingford Station - 8 min walk
Brimsdown Station - 8 min drive
London Highams Park Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
‪Rusty Bike - ‬7 min walk
‪Sushi Monster - ‬8 min walk
‪Çeşme Bazlama Kahvaltı - Chingford - ‬16 min walk
‪Queen Elizabeth - ‬7 min walk
‪Kings Head Chingford - ‬20 min walk
About this property
The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn
When you stay at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 35
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-cm flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
The Royal Forest Hotel
The Royal Forest London
The Royal Forest Hotel London
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn like?
The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn is in Waltham Forest, a short 8-minute walk from Chingford Station.
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Reviews
The Royal Forest - A Heartwood Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with many guests praising the quality and variety of the meal. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2026
The room was very clean and cozy. The manager on reception was very pleasant. I would definately go again. I was upgraded on arrival. Great stay.
annie
annie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Room was very clean, they replaced our linens as needed.
Anica
Anica, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Gorgeous cosy decor, lovely little extra detailsnin rooms, friendly helpful staff.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
We loved our stay at the Royal Forest! The room was decorated very nicely and clean. The little touches worth the tea/coffee set-up. All of the staff was lovely! The breakfast was a nice touch. We would stay again!
Anica
Anica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
The room was beautifully decorated and the whole space felt very relaxed after a busy day. The food was excellent – a brilliant place to stay.
Rhiannon
Rhiannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2025
Really nice decor, lovely touches (treats, handwritten note, radio on) plus very attentive and helpful staff.
Great building lovely warm, welcoming pub, great selection of drinks. Food good but not outstanding but all perfect for those wishing to enjoy walks in Epping Forest as we were.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Just come back from our second stay at Royal Forest. Would definitely recommend, staff are great, rooms are spacious and clean and the beds are comfortable.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Very nice hotel. Recently renovated. Great breakfast and dinner. Just a short walk to the train station with excellent connections to the center of London. We highly recommend it!
STEPHEN
STEPHEN, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Fabulous looking building. Top class bar and dining area. Friendly and helpful staff. Good locationa and easy free parking.
Pat
Pat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Awesome
Stunning hotel in an amazing location with beautiful rooms.
P
P, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Very comfortable environment, lovely room
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great refurb and really excellent service
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Was amazing hotel, comfortable bed but two single, we prefer double bed.
Ozgur
Ozgur, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 25, 2025
Very good, recommended
Nice place, friendly staff, good service & good. Breakfast was excellent. Only small negative, bed rooms were too hot & windows do not open
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 28, 2025
Decent hotel
Decent hotel that is comfortable and well appointed. Lack of hotel staff is the only issue as there is never anyone on reception.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Exceeded my expectations
Wonderful stay, I will be back - impeccable service in the hotel and restaurant - great to see this Chingford landmark open again!!
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
I love how they welcomed their guest with a hand written note "welcoming us" which adds a personal touch.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
Restaurant was great, room small, 3rd floor no lift. 1 mile walk to train. Very quaint.
Matt
Matt, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
Not the same old things you see in Hotels at this price. Very good and a very nice bar/restaurant. Will go back.
Zac
Zac, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Perfect stop - great food
Super place for a night before heading into London for a job. I reall surprise. Rooms are well appointed and well executed - staff super friendly and food very good. Such a welcome change from the normal outer London hotel. I hope the high standards continue. Also such a beautiful building - steeped in history.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Great room, lovely food and setting
A second time at the hotel and first with the pooch. Had a wonderful stay in a lovely and spacious room. I think we had kindly been upgraded to a Luxe room on the ground floor. Waiting for the dog was a comfy bed, bowls and Bramley treats. Lovely amenities in the hotel and perfect for drinks, dinner and a lovely breakfast. Thank you
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Great Hotel
This is an excellent hotel which has been newly refurbished beautifully. Rooms are extremely comfortable, quiet and well equipped. The delicious welcome treats and personalised card in the room are a lovely touch. Hotel is in a great location for long walks in the forest or to visit the local shops/restaurants. We didn’t eat at the hotel on this occasion but plan on doing so in the future as dining area looks very inviting. We will be using this hotel on a regular basis as we have family and friends nearby.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Faultless
Absolutely faultless. Beautiful rooms, comfy beds, luxury amenities and the breakfast was outstanding. The best poached eggs I have had outside of the USA.
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
All good room small but ok tv on side wall
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Best dog friendly hotel
Most amazing experience, super dog friendly and staff are very welcoming and was very nice and welcoming to my dog. They had a dog menu at the pub which was really nice. The room was so beautiful I wanted to stay longer. The bathroom design is so unique loved it very much. Definitely coming back soon. I had a welcome card and some treats on the desk for me and had a dog package with a really nice shampoo and some dog treats along with a bed and feeding bowls already in the room before I came which made my experience much easier. The air conditioning was one of my favourite things.