Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey  

In Waltham Abbey, set inside a regional park on the edge of Epping Forest. This upscale 4-star hotel is minutes from the Royal Gunpowder Mills and a short drive to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Loughton Underground Station is about a five-minute drive for direct Central Line access into London.

162 air-conditioned rooms blend modern tech and plush comfort — Smart TVs, iPod docks, ergonomic work desks, and pillowtop beds with down comforters and premium bedding. Private bathrooms feature designer toiletries and shower/tub combos; Junior Suites add an oversized bathtub with rain shower. Rooms feel contemporary and relaxed, with forest-side views.

Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus an indoor pool, spa tub and health club with a yoga area. A tranquil garden, concierge and wedding services round out the on-site offerings. Complimentary wireless internet access is available and self-parking is onsite (charges may apply).

Large conference center with roughly 15,000 sq ft of flexible event space and 14 meeting rooms, plus a 24-hour business center and express check-in/check-out. Fast internet and ergonomic workspaces make it well suited for meetings and events.

Cast Iron Grill serves seasonal English and British-inspired cuisine alongside international dishes. There’s a bar/lounge, 24-hour room service, and cooked-to-order/full breakfasts available for a fee.