Greenwoods Hotel & Spa

Like to stay in shape as you spa? You’re in luck at Greenwoods. The hotel boasts one of the most upmarket gyms in the whole of Essex! All guests, whether they’re here on a spa day or staying overnight, can enjoy complimentary use of the state-of-the-art fitness suite (although there may be a fee for some studio classes).

So what’s on offer for fitness fanatics? There’s a gym that’s recently been refurbished with all the latest Life Fitness equipment. Each piece of cardio kit has screens to entertain you while you exercise along with features guaranteed to find you the perfect workout, no matter what you feel like doing. Don’t know your bench press from your barbell? Friendly staff are always on hand to show you the ropes.

If you prefer your fitness with friends, try a class. Get your zen on with yoga, focus on your core in Legs, Bums & Tums or try something new like Powerhoop or Insanity. It could be the start of a brand new you!

Not a gym lover? We hear you. Work out in the sunshine with a power walk on the lawn. The gardens are full of beautiful flora and fauna, so why not take a morning stroll before breakfast and see what little hidden treasures you can find? For a longer ramble, the idyllic village of Stock with its iconic windmill is well worth exploring and has endless routes to stroll or cycle.

If golf’s more your bag, Crondon Park Golf Club is just a mile away from the hotel. Set in the beautiful valley of Crondon with stunning views across the Essex countryside, this challenging championship golf course has many tricky water features, and you can just pay and play.

You’ve relaxed in the spa and pampered with a treatment. But food is every bit as good for the soul, and at Greenwoods Hotel you’re in for a sophisticated treat. So where should you head to wine, dine and unwind post-treatment?

The Lounge Bar

Whatever you do, make time for a tipple in a squashy armchair beside the crackling log fire in the showpiece Lounge. With its stunning chandeliers and grand décor, you’ll feel like Lord and Lady of the manor! Warm and inviting, it’s the perfect place to sip, scoff and socialise whether that’s with an extravagant afternoon tea, or something from the extensive bar menu full of comfort food, spirits, champagne and wine.

Ellis’s Restaurant

So good it's been awarded with a Rosette from the AA, the hotel’s restaurant is named after Richard Adam Ellis, a previous owner of Greenwoods Hotel and an active member of the local community. With large windows that allow the afternoon sun to pour in, this foodie hang-out is the destination for smart lunches and long, lingering dinners. Our tip? Try the melt-in-the-mouth goat’s cheese bon bons, served with red onion chutney and crostini.

It does, and it’s a beauty. With tasteful lighting and flanked by comfy loungers, the 20m indoor pool is warm and inviting, plus there’s a sauna, steam room and hot tub to relax in after your invigorating swim.

The perfect end to a pampering spa break? Being able to drift off to sleep in a fabulous hotel room. Luckily, Greenwoods Hotel & Spa lets you do just that in one of 39 beautifully bespoke bedrooms. All rooms have TVs and luxurious beds to ease you into a blissful night’s sleep, but that’s where the similarities end because each one is a unique blend of the modern and traditional.

Rooms in the manor side of the hotel (the original 17th century building) boast a more eclectic, colourful style, whilst the classic side sticks to a grey, chic design. For extra luxury, Premier rooms are equipped with spa baths and marble bathrooms.

For overnight stays, you can check in to Greenwoods Hotel & Spa at 2pm, and check out at 11am on your day of departure. The hotel doesn’t offer any early check-ins or late check-outs and you can only use the spa facilities from 2pm check-in until 11am checkout. Here on a day spa package? These generally start at 10am, but do check your booking confirmation.  

Yes it is. The hotel has a lift and ramp to reception and there are accessible rooms available on the ground floor.

No, there’s not a dress code as such as the hotel wants you to feel comfortable and completely at home. That said, people do generally opt for smart-casual in the restaurant. You’re welcome to wear your robes in the spa, but you do need to be dressed in public areas of the hotel including the restaurant and lounge.

Make sure you bring your booking confirmation and some money or a credit card to pay for any extra drinks or food not included in your package. In terms of clothing, bring your swimwear, gymwear and maybe a water bottle if you plan to do a work out or take part in a class.

All spa and fitness facilities at Greenwoods Hotel & Spa, including the swimming pool and treatments, are only available for those over the age of 16.

Yes you can. Parking is free at Greenwoods Hotel & Spa and you don’t need to make a reservation. 

Extra beds are available on request for children, but the spa is blissfully adults only.

Sorry, Greenwoods Hotel & Spa doesn’t allow dogs.

There’s no golf course at Greenwoods Hotel & Spa but that doesn’t mean you should leave your clubs at home. Round off your pampering treat by teeing off at the spectacular Crondon Park Golf Club . 

Just a mile away from Greenwoods Hotel’s doorstep, this championship course comes complete with panoramic views across the Essex countryside. With challenges for both beginner’s and experienced golfers alike, there’s also a driving range where 13 floodlit bays will help you improve your swing.