Gosfield Hall is a magnificent building with noble connections, home to many kings and queens in the past. Overlooking a tranquil lake, the historical mansion is set among 10 acres of parkland in the heart of picturesque rural Essex. A seamless combination of Elizabethan charm and Georgian elegance, the grand interior of the house is home to the Queen’s Gallery, Grand Salon, Marquis of Buckingham’s former Ballroom and Library along with a number of stately bedrooms.

Externally, Gosfield Hall is equally as impressive. The property has retained many of his historical period features including its leaded windows, chimneys and clock and weathervane.

After being exiled from France King Louis XVIII of France and Navarre, and his Queen Mary-Josephe-Louise of Savoy took refuge in England. Lord Buckingham had long been in sympathy of Royalsit France, and in 1807 offered to loan them Gosfield Hall. They gratefully accepted this offer and along with a huge entourage of courtiers and staff they stayed there for the next couple of years. Over this time the Hall become a home of lavish French hospitality, with many social gatherings including such distinguished guests as the Prince Regent. According to French tradition on Sunday's the villagers were allowed into the kitchen to see the dinner set out for the King, and on occasions were allowed into The Grand Salon to watch him dine. King Louis and his Queen moved out of the Hall in 1809.

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Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views

"Lovely hotel in the heart of Cambridge. I would stay again and recommend the Gonville hotel."

SAR 741 total

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22 Aug - 23 Aug

Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Charming and beautiful traditional hotel."

SAR 558 total

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5 Aug - 6 Aug

"Room and bathroom beautifully equipped and spotlessly clean. Breakfasts were amazing. All staff were very welcoming and hospitable. Great base to explore the area. It was unfortunate while we were there that the lift was out of order, making it difficult for my elderly disabled mother to get to and from our first floor room. Access to a lounge or somewhere to sit in the evenings would have made it perfect."

"Upon arrival I was met with nice friendly staff. I had my wedding reception here so I already knew the place was top notch. Brilliant hotel, throughly recommend. If I could pick one issue is that the wifi wasn’t the best and didn’t really work. "

SAR 733 total

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14 Aug - 15 Aug

"Lovely hotel. Food in restaurant was excellent! Hope to go back"

SAR 702 total

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7 Aug - 8 Aug

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Clayton Hotel Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Location was perfect! Right next to the station and a very easy walk into town. Bed was very comfortable, room was clean and staff were friendly. Couldn’t ask for more."