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Down Hall in Essex has announced the completion of a £1.5m renovation to its Estate Patio bedrooms and suites, Grand Hall, The Potting Shed dining room, Fox Bar, formal gardens and terrace.
The work is part of a continued programme of redevelopment at the 19th-Century Grade II-listed Italianate mansion to enhance the guest experience whilst “maintaining the property’s historic charm”.
It comes as the hotel reported that gross profits rose by 50% in 2023.
The next phase will see an additional 44 rooms in the West Wing refurbished over the next two years.
Linden Beattie, general manager of Down Hall Hotel, said: “We’re excited to reveal our £1.5m renovation, showcasing our commitment to luxury hospitality.
“The design honours our rich history while catering to today’s modern traveller, solidifying Down Hall as Essex’s premier luxury country house hotel. These upgrades promise to delight and inspire our guests.”
Set in the heart of the Essex countryside, only 45 minutes from Central London and close by to Stansted Airport, Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate is steeped in history and benefits from 110 acres of picturesque grounds.
Last year, the hotel also secured accolades, including winning ‘Large Hotel of the Year’ at the East of England Tourism Awards; ‘Historic Wedding Venue of the Year’ at the Essex Wedding Awards; 2AA Rosettes for The Garden Room restaurant.
Most recently, Down Hall was named ‘Best Luxury Country House Hotel and Spa of the Year’ in the South East of England for 2024 by LUXlifestyle.
