It had been a typically rewarding day for us in the Capital City. As always there had been so much for the tourist to do but tiredness was creeping in. We had a 20 minute Central Line tube journey to Woodford Station before a short taxi ride brought us to our home for the evening at The Prince Regent Hotel, Chigwell, out in the affluent London Suburbs. 
Pulling into the large car park afforded us our first view of the hotel, which looked particularly appealing with the Georgian building lit up by the outside floodlights. The brightly lit interior also looked warm and inviting through the large windows on this cold, dark winters night.
After a warm welcome at reception, we were given details of our rooms location .We were staying in an "Executive Double Room" which was based in a converted old chapel at the rear of the deceptively large site. Along the route to our room it was evident that the hotel was excellently maintained with all corridors clean, tidy and with fresh decor throughout.
The room itself was also in superb condition,as advertised it was evident that a recent refurbishment had taken place as it was spotless and clean. It was fashionable and was tastefully decorated with muted modern colours.
The large room had a double bed, an armchair, desk and chair plus plenty of
storage space to house clothes and suitcases out of the way.
The usual amenities were included too, a large wall mounted flat screen television, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryer.
The added benefit of the hotel offering totally free Wi-Fi was also a great perk with a good signal being found throughout the buildings.
The en-suite bathroom again had seen a recent renovation, having a modern but contemporary design including both a walk in shower and also a bath. The warm, steaming power shower did wonders in removing the fatigue of pacing the London streets all day.
After a well needed relax in our room, we attended the Brassiere Restaurant as per our evening reservation. Once again we were greeted warmly by all the staff members we came in contact with and felt like a welcomed guest. The restaurant was artistically furnished with a very modern, contemporary style of fixtures and fittings. The wine list had an extensive selection available. The a la carte menu also had a large choice of meals to choose from covering all tastes. All the courses we chose were superbly presented and in turn tasted gorgeous. For her main meal my wife had the Supreme of Chicken wrapped in Parma Ham set on Dauphinoise Potatoes with a white wine sauce, her comments "it was the nicest meal I have had in years" summed up just how much she had rated it. .
Having finished our meal we went
Although the Hotel was extremely quiet and peaceful on our night there, it did seem it could be at times a more livelier place with six function rooms on site. Hosting events such as musical entertainment, wedding functions and conferences...it seemed like the Prince Regent catered for all, both individuals and groups whether it be for business or pleasure..
After having a good nights sleep in our extremely comfortable bed we went down for breakfast which was served in the Restaurant area. We chose a table by a window that afforded lovely views of the hotels extensive rear gardens. Although the weather was not really suitable for a walk round that day, we could imagine that in the summer months it would be a welcoming outdoor place to sit back and relax on the outside terrace. The breakfast on offer was an "all you can eat buffet", with a wide range of quality food and drinks available. It left us suitably nourished for our return trip to see more of the sights and sounds of London City.
Our visit was over but we were leaving with a good impression of the hotel, which we had found clean, modern, well cared for and fully deserving of it's four star rating. Our room was excellently furnished and the standard and presentation of food was exceptional giving us a quality dining experience. In turn we had received the most welcoming attentive service from all the members of staff throughout our stay.
The Prince Regent Hotel is an ideal base to escape the commotion the city can bring to a more relaxed, peaceful place allowing that restful night that any tourist to London knows is very welcome after being on ones feet all day…… .
More information can be found at the link below
http://www.menzieshotels.co.uk/hotels/london-home-counties/london-chigwell-prince-regent/
Note- This stay was provided by the Menzies Hotel Group, however all thoughts and opinions are my own and not influenced in any way.
The Menzies London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel, Manor Road, Chigwell, London, IG8 8AE
Part of the Menzies Hotel Group
