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About the Hotel

73 Rickmansworth Road, Watford (Hertfordshire), WD18 7ED

Close to Cassiobury Park

Great

8.8

/10

5.0

"The Harry Potter touches in the room were brilliant and they had obviously put lots of time and effort into making it special."

gill75ian from United Kingdom

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"Fantastic to have on site parking."

Tracy from United Kingdom

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"Room very spacious and cozy with the most comfortable bed in any hotel I've ever been to."

Wojciech from Poland

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Family-Run Comfort Near Warner Bros Studio Tour

Amenities

Ricky Road Guest House offers spacious and clean accommodations with essential amenities at competitive prices. Each room comes furnished with a flat-screen TV, heating, and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel provides a complimentary continental breakfast and free on-site car parking to enhance guest convenience.

Rooms

The guest house accommodates various guest needs with single, double, and family rooms, all designed to provide comfort and relaxation. The newly refurbished Wizarding Themed Studio Room caters specifically to families planning visits to the nearby Warner Bros Studio Tour. En-suite and shared bathroom options are available, with prices starting from £40.

Location

The location is a 10-minute walk from Watford town center, providing easy access to shops, bars, and restaurants. Guests are just an 8-minute walk from the Watford tube station, facilitating quick transport into central London within 25 minutes. Attractions such as Watford General Hospital, Cassiobury Park, and Watford Football Stadium are all in close proximity.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Ricky Road Guest House welcomes families with spacious rooms and a friendly atmosphere. The Wizarding Themed Studio Room is particularly appealing to families visiting the Warner Bros Studio Tour, making stays both fun and memorable. Additional guests can be accommodated in larger rooms at an extra cost, ensuring flexibility for families.

Dining Options

Guests start their day with a free continental breakfast, emphasizing local options and quality offerings. The self-service breakfast setup allows guests to enjoy their meal at their convenience. While the hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, there are numerous dining options available within walking distance.

Highlights

Location: 10 minute walk into the town centre

Rooms: Wizarding Themed Studio Room

Dining: great free continental breakfast

Family-Friendly: fourth person can be added

Location: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Guest ParkingParking Peace

The spacious car park offered ample room. Finding a spot was always easy and convenient, a great bonus!

John Smith from United Kingdom

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DiningBreakfast Abundant

The continental breakfast was above average with a wide range of options, perfect to start the day right.

Isabelle Dubois from France

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Room FeaturesWizardly Touches

The Harry Potter themed room featured brilliant touches, extra special. So much time and effort made it magical!

Maria Rodriguez from Spain

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BedroomDreamy Comfort

The beds were very comfortable. Mattresses provided a great sleep. Combined with great pillows, sleep was restful.

Kenji Tanaka from Japan

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Select your room type

The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals

Deluxe Double Studio not themed
3 persons
220 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Heating
Coffee machine
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Standard Family Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
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Budget Single Room
2 persons
100 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Heating
Shower
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Amenities & services

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Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling
Tennis court
Badminton
Bowling
Billiard tables
Mini golf
Squash

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Ricky Road Guest House Location

73 Rickmansworth Road, Watford (Hertfordshire), WD18 7ED

Map view

City landmarks

Park

Cassiobury Park

2900 ft

Museum

Watford Museum

1.1 mi

Shopping Area

Intu watford

4000 ft

Church

Holy Rood Church

2900 ft

Park

Church Of St Mary

4000 ft

Museum

Hertfordshire Fire Brigade Museum

5100 ft

Golf Course

West Herts Golf Club

1.4 mi

Night club

Pryzm

2800 ft

Church

Watford City PIWC

3100 ft

Landmark

Oxhey Woods

1.1 mi

Landmark

Sun Printers

3600 ft

Park

Cheslyn House and Gardens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Cassiobury Park Nature Reserve

4900 ft

Landmark

Edbury Way

1.1 mi

Landmark

Impact Falconry

1.1 mi

Landmark

Cassiobury

1.2 mi

Nearby

Cassiobury Park Avenue

1700 ft

Restaurants

Clay Pot Asian Street Food

1400 ft

158 Harwoods Road

The Restaurant

5100 ft

Watford Campus Hempstead Road West Herts College

Ebb Tide

3000 ft

97 Market Street

GoKula Vegetarian Cafe

3200 ft

65 Market Street

Tops Pizza

2900 ft

High Street

Kismet Kebabs

3400 ft

High Street

Toby's Baguettes

3200 ft

52 Market Street

The Moon Under Water

4000 ft

44 High Street

Explore Watford (Hertfordshire)

Local Highlights

Cassiobury Park

11 minutes' walk

Cassiobury Park features expansive green spaces, walking trails, and a children's playground. Events throughout the year add to its charm.

Watford Museum

20 minutes' walk

Watford Museum showcases the local history and artifacts. Admission is free on certain days; guided tours enhance visitor experience.

Cheslyn House and Gardens

25 minutes' walk

Cheslyn House offers beautiful gardens and a café. A peaceful retreat featuring diverse plant species, ideal for relaxation.

Impact Falconry

20 minutes' walk

Impact Falconry offers thrilling falconry experiences for all ages. Pre-booking is recommended for individual or group sessions.

Cassiobury Park Nature Reserve

18 minutes' walk

Nature reserve perfect for walking and wildlife watching. Well-maintained trails allow for peaceful strolls amidst scenic views.

Clay Pot Asian Street Food

5 minutes' walk

Casual Asian eatery known for its vibrant street food dishes. Popular for fresh ingredients and quick service, great for lunch or dinner.

Ebb Tide

11 minutes' walk

Restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere, specializing in seafood. Signature dishes include the catch of the day; vegetarian options available.

Pryzm

10 minutes' walk

Vibrant nightclub offering live DJ sets and themed nights. A popular spot for late-night entertainment, entertaining both locals and visitors.

Watford City PIWC

10 minutes' walk

Community church hosting family-friendly events and activities. Engaging for all ages, especially during community outreach programs.

Getting around town

City Centre
Watford (Hertfordshire) 11 min · 3000 ft
Airports
London Luton (LTN) 47 min · 19.2 mi
London Heathrow (LHR) 54 min · 22.1 mi
Train
Watford West Train Station 10 min · 2700 ft
Watford Stadium 12 min · 3300 ft
Underground
Watford 6 min · 1700 ft
Watford High Street 17 min · 4600 ft
Bus
Bus stop 2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-18:00

Check-out

until 10 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 6.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

ricky road guest house - "wizard studio room" available to book now

Reviews and Ratings

What past guests shared about their stay

Review score

Based on 4 verified reviews

7.5 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

8.8/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Staff

9.5/10

Value for money

9.0/10

samuel from united kingdom

Family with children

deluxe king or twin room not themed

2 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: January 08, 2026

9.0/10

fantastic harry potter themed stay

themed room kitchen equipment easy access excellent detail

i stayed in the harry potter themed room and it was great. the attention to detail is excellent. the room included a kitchen equipped with a hob, microwave, kettle, and fridge. code access ensured easy entry and exit.

the old windows meant traffic noise was noticeable.

Service

9/10

the owner was cute and provided information regarding local restaurants. he also shared information about the shuttle bus service. the manager ensured our stay was satisfactory.

Location

9/10

the location is excellent, close to town and the main park. cassiobury park is within walking distance, beneficial for events like parkrun. the guesthouse is a short drive from the harry potter studio tour.

Facilities

9/10

breakfast included a continental selection with pastries, cereal, bread, yoghurts, meat, and cheese. juice, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate options were also available. there are plenty of choices.

Dining

9/10

the included breakfast featured continental options, available on a self-serve basis. i found plenty of choices including pastries, cereal, bread, yoghurts, meat, cheese, juice, coffee, and tea.

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Liam from Ireland

Single

deluxe double room not themed

4 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: November 29, 2025

6/10

traffic noise busy road

onsite parking existed. this proved useful.

the traffic noise bothered me. the room faced a busy road, this resulted in constant noise i could not ignore. old windows did nothing to help this problem.

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Jane from United Kingdom

Family with children

Deluxe Double Room Not Themed

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: August 25, 2025

9/10

harry potter touches double bed

the harry potter touches in the room were great. they obviously put lots of time and effort into it. there is a double bed and a pull out double sofa bed existed making the room suitable for couples, friends or family.

the room i stayed in was upstairs making it VERY hard for older people to manage.

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Jackson from United States

Family with children

deluxe king or twin room not themed

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: August 14, 2025

6/10

stale pastries small shower

the location was acceptable since it was close to the train station.

The breakfast was quite poor, there was little variety and the food quality wasn't great. The pastries tasted stale. also. the room felt a bit cramped. especially the bathroom, and it was hard to move around comfortably. the shower was very small, too

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