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Melbourne Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with golf course and 24-hour front desk

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Golf
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior detail

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Brocket Park, Lemsford, Welwyn Garden City, England, AL8 7XH
  • Place, University of Hertfordshire
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hatfield House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, St Albans Cathedral
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room, Park View

Deluxe Single Room, Park View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • 22 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Welwyn Garden City

A luxury stay in Welwyn Garden City awaits you at Melbourne Lodge. You'll be 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Hatfield House and 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from The Galleria. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Welwyn Garden City hotel include University of Hertfordshire and Knebworth House.

What's nearby

  • The Galleria - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • University of Hertfordshire - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hatfield House - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Knebworth House - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • St Albans Cathedral - 16 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Welwyn Garden City Station - 8 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Misya Turkish Cuisine - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Melbourne Lodge

Luxury hotel with golf course and 24-hour front desk
Melbourne Lodge offers its guests a golf course. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Melbourne Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Welwyn Garden City hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Melbourne Lodge offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Welwyn Garden City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf course
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Auberge du Lac Restaurant Reception]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 3 June to 4 June:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Golf course
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Sauna
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Full-service spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 to 25 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Melbourne Lodge Welwyn Garden City
Melbourne Welwyn Garden City
Melbourne Lodge Hotel
Melbourne Lodge Welwyn Garden City
Melbourne Lodge Hotel Welwyn Garden City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Melbourne Lodge?

Yep, Melbourne Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes Melbourne Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Melbourne Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Melbourne Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Melbourne Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Melbourne Lodge?

No, Melbourne Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Melbourne Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from June 3 until June 4.

What time are check-in & check-out at Melbourne Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Melbourne Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It’s ok.

It was very difficult to find the lodge. For some reason it’s not labelled as Melbourne Lodge. If they’d have told me it is the old stables then I’d have probably found it easier. It’s also concerning how fast people were driving around in their golf carts. One guy was going so fast that he actually skidded on the driveway when he tried to turn the corner. I was walking my dog at the time so it’s very disconcerting. The bed was very comfortable. It was hard in the room though because they left the curtains open and all the heat from the sun came into the room. Fortunately, they did provide a fan. The hand tail had an undesirable hair on it, so that was a bit gross. The whole place is basically a golf course so I get the impression that their golf course is more important to them than the lodgings. The grounds are beautiful, but it’s a bit confusing as to wear you’re allowed to take your dog and what is the golf course and what is an actual footpath.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reading some of the reviews ahead of our visit, we were a little concerned after we’d made our booking but we needn’t have been concerned! The staff we met with during our stay were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. Our room, although it looked a little tired, it was very spacious, clean and comfortable - and served its purpose for exactly what we needed (just an overnight stay whilst we visited friends in the area). Whilst some refurbishment is needed of the bedroom and bathroom, we found the cost we paid for the room reflected this, so did not feel we were overcharged for something we didn’t receive. The bed was exceptionally comfortable and the area extremely quiet! We enjoyed our stay…just wish the weather had been better so we could walk around and enjoy the grounds!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and beautiful! Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

zena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were welcomed by warm friendly service The spacious ‘stately rooms were hung with original art work . A beautiful alfresco terrace for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Very nice with good environment
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Zara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A1
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Veselin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Siven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Expected a more luxurious room. TV screen mini size. More milk for the tea could only make 2 cups. Not value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 night stay, there was no restaurant facilities available after 17.30 on the first night so had to dine early. Second night dined at the local pub. Only 1 teabag each night! Rooms quiet which would be expected in the middle of a golf course in winter. Nothing to do on the complex probably due to the time of year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely room in great location Only issue was check in process - was told go to golf club but it was actually the restaurant so not clear
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

100% id stay again.

Absolutely lovely place to stay, the only let down was that although i booked a double bed room the bed wasn't a full size double and the quilt wasn't large enough to cover me completely, the saving grace was the additional banket on the bed. I will stay again but will ensure i communicate with them prior to my stay to ensure they accommodate my 6,4" needs. another positive was the fact i could shower without having to Squat under the shower head. which is often a problem in some of the larger chain hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Iain

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Could be amazing.

Terrible way finding signage. If you arrive after 4pm you have no chance of finding your way around. Impossible to find the reception. The details sent are incorrect as the reception area has changed. The breakfast rooms lacks any atmosphere and is quite simply, depressing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brinder

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs an room overhaul!

Very limited instructions on arrival. The deluxe room was very tired looking holes in a dirty and threadbare carpet - unable to use bath or shower as the entry is very deep and even deeper getting out. Room very clean tho - no instructions as to wifi or times of breakfast. Charged an extortionate £50 for a small dog - one night! Amazing breakfast and fast service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un merveilleux temps de repos et de sérénité. les repas étaient excellents. Le service discret, chaleureux, efficace. Merci beaucoup
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful setting

Beautiful grounds, beautiful room, lovely staff, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024