Title: The Essex Arms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Essex Arms Hotel in Huntly with 24-hour front desk and restaurant ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628900/9628870/98d8a7be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628900/9628870/9ff06fd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628900/9628870/99c35ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628900/9628870/d8165005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628900/9628870/89eb76b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Essex Arms. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Bar - Parking available - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 9 - Oct 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 10 - Oct 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9628870&PinnedHotelID=9628870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (King room) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ### Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double) ### Highlights Soundproofed Fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHamilton-Hotels-The-Essex-Arms.h9628870.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHamilton-Hotels-The-Essex-Arms.h9628870.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.55985%2C175.15883&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-y7aDcOF5LPvJJBP0BmgQVCKEA0=) 151 Main Street, Huntly, 3740 #### What's nearby - Lake Hakanoa Walkway - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - FMG Stadium Waikato - 27 min drive - 21.9 miles - University of Waikato - 28 min drive - 25.4 miles - SkyCity Hamilton - 30 min drive - 23.0 miles - Waikato Hospital - 30 min drive - 23.5 miles #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Nikki's Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hopin stopin - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪River Haven Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### The Essex Arms Property highlights At The Essex Arms, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - ATM/banking services, luggage storage and tour/ticket information - A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and meeting rooms Room features All guestrooms at The Essex Arms have comforts such as free Internet and sound-insulated walls. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4220000/4219500/4219497/9b872395.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Manor Views Huntly - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 256 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=4219497&PinnedHotelID=4219497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Playground ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Playground - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessibility ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### More - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Essex Arms Hotel Huntly Essex Arms Hotel Essex Arms Huntly The Essex Arms Hotel The Essex Arms Huntly The Essex Arms Hotel Huntly ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Essex Arms pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Essex Arms? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Essex Arms? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at The Essex Arms? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is The Essex Arms located? > Situated in Huntly, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato River and Lake Hakanoa Walkway. Turangawaewae Marae and Bush Tramway Club are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Essex Arms Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.8/10 Staff & service ### 6.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Anne 1 Sept 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean & comfortable Was a comfortable stay after a big drive......room was large & clean....staff were very helpful ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in May 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lusio 18 Jul 2017 Disliked: Staff & service #### Disappointing We didn't enjoy our stay at all ! When we 1st arrived we had to wait approximately 40-45mins outside for some one to server us then we were told our booking online was not made ?? Then once that was delt with our room was cold and the fridge in the room didn't even keep the food we got chilled and the little freezer boxs had little ice build up but didn't freez we put 2 I blocks in there and they melted then as it states on the wall at reception 10am is check out we went to go check out at reception at 9.50am and no one was at reception there was to note on what to do with the room card we were very disappointed over all ##### Lusio Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dean 29 Jun 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### dishonest. Will never book here again as they will not honour the advertised price on this sight as they claim not to be listed here...funny they knew the driver was coming though.. ##### Dean Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dan 29 Apr 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Convenient for a nights sleep when heading south from Auckland if arriving in the evening. Relatively close to Auckland airport. Wifi is available in certain areas but not all rooms. Unfortunately not in our room but in a common room so it worked fine. ##### Dan ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### cheap, about all. no internet, beds are bad, area seemed very shady. front desk was nice ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Chez, North Island New Zealand 29 Mar 2017 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Central Location Unusual Greeting by manager but he was obliging. Rooms nice and big. Nice bathrooms but no hot water. Bed far too old. ##### Chez ### 4/10 Poor #### Sylvie R., Quebec, Canada 21 Mar 2017 Disliked: Staff & service #### Not Worth the Price Don't believe the infos about the Wifi. The hotel has no wifi connection for its clients. They tell you to come to the lobby and try to catch free wifi connections from the Public Library or the Main Street; that didn't work for me. ##### Sylvie R. ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 11 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Most enjoyable. Room had all we required. We were at Hampton Downs each day and it was convenient for us to travel the short distance ##### Brian ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 30 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Good basic motel, large bedroom and large bathroom. WiFi only by reception, rooms hard wired network but you need to take network cable - though this was not a problem for us. Secure parking. Huntly is a bit down on its luck, but the chip shop and Chinese were very good. ##### Richard ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 27 Nov 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 30 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A no-frills but okay hotel This is a no-frills hotel but comfortable, quiet and clean, with a restaurant attached. There is a problem with wifi though which is only available in lobby and one or two other areas but not in rooms. It's in a very workaday town with little to see but there are plenty of food outlets nearby. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2016 Liked: Staff & service #### Nice place in town with takeaways and stuff . Good location not far from auckland international airport in a small town . Rooms were good , no kitchnet and sink at least to wash cups n stuff we had to use hand basin in bathroom , No table to eat fud which was the worst part , only one light in bedroom , was not much bright . ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Jen, Halifax, NS 4 Apr 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable. A surprisingly comfortable and spacious room. It was very clean and the staff were really friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place if you are in the neighborhood, or passing by. There's really nothing to do in Huntly, but there's plenty to do outside the town, so it would be worth staying here. ##### Jen ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 Dec 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 10 May 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Close to where i wanted to be it eas greatl I would definately stay there again, good value for money, nice secure car park. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn, New Zealand - Bay of Plenty 5 Dec 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Modern; Value: Great deal; Service: Good, Friendly; Cleanliness: Immaculate; ##### Robyn ### 6/10 Okay #### Michelle, New Zealand - Waikato 23 Oct 2013 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Facilities: Modest; Value: Average price; Service: Below average; Cleanliness: Pleasant; Room 12 opposite smokers entrance way, street side window noisy during day ##### Michelle ### 8/10 Good #### Janine, New Zealand - Auckland 2 Sept 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Was a convenient and easy option. ##### Janine ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Cork](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d2692-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Royal Amsterdam Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-Royal-Amsterdam-Hotel.h8468300.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Isle of Barra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Barra-Hotels.d687.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Frankfurt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Frankfurt-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d179894-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Temple Bar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Temple-Bar-Dublin-Hotels.0-n6131954-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sainte-Mere-Eglise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sainte-Mere-Eglise-Hotels.d6052315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Waterpark in Antalya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Waterpark-Hotel.0-0-d481-twaterparkhotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Korčula Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Korcula-Island-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6050155-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Camps Bay Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Camps-Bay-Retreat.h1100401.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel Antin Trinité](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Antin-Trinite.h910926.Hotel-Information) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Portofino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Portofino-Hotels.s50-0-d4324.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tadcaster](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tadcaster-Hotels.d182666.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Antico Albergo del Sole al Pantheon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Antico-Albergo-Del-Sole-Al-Pantheon.h879940.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa del Mar Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-Villa-Del-Mar-Hotel.h921046.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Bristol (BRS) to Mykonos (JMK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/brs/jmk/bristol-to-mykonos) ### Cars > [Car hire in Potters Bar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Potters-Bar.d6145112.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Christchurch.d4601.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Bali](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/602651/Bali) > > [Bruges Market Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bruges-Market-Square-Historical-Center-Bruges.d6071043.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Portnablagh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portnablagh.dx6144714) > > [Visit Thorncliffe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thorncliffe.dx3000475761)