Luxury Serviced Apartments in Watford

The Arches Collection — 5 Apartments, One Address, Watford

5 Premium Properties

5 properties in Watford

About Watford

The Arches at 26-28 Aldenham Road offers 5 serviced apartments: two spacious garden apartments with private terrace and BBQ, two balcony apartments on the second floor, and a top-floor penthouse duplex with a 43m² roof terrace sleeping 8. Just 5 minutes' walk to Bushey Station with 19-minute London Euston access and 15 minutes to Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Perfect for corporate teams, families, film crews, and groups needing multiple apartments under one roof.

Why Choose Watford?

Choose The Arches for smart value: 40-60% cheaper than London hotels while maintaining 19-minute Euston access. Book 1-5 apartments for up to 28 guests. Free parking, flexible zip-link beds, private gardens, balconies, and a penthouse roof terrace. Group discounts available for block bookings.

Getting to Watford

From London

Direct trains from London Euston take 16-20 minutes. Metropolitan and Overground lines also serve Watford. Easy access to the M1 and M25.

Nearest Stations

Bushey Station (closest to properties), Watford Junction (main), Watford High Street

Parking

Ample parking at Intu shopping centre and town centre car parks. Residential street parking available. Our Watford properties include free parking.

Airport Access

Heathrow Airport is 25 minutes by car. Luton Airport is 20 minutes. London Stansted via M25.

Things to Do in Watford

Discover the best attractions, restaurants, and activities near our properties.

Landmark3 miles from centre

Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter

World-famous Harry Potter studio tour featuring original sets, costumes, and props. Butterbeer included. Book well in advance.

ShoppingTown centre

Intu Watford

Major shopping centre with John Lewis, Debenhams, and over 140 stores. Restaurants, cinema, and entertainment options.

Activity1 mile from centre

Cassiobury Park

Award-winning 190-acre park with paddling pools, miniature railway, nature trails, and cafe. One of Hertfordshire's most popular green spaces.

LandmarkTown centre

Vicarage Road Stadium

Home of Watford FC. Match days bring a brilliant atmosphere. Stadium tours available throughout the season.

Activity3 miles from centre

Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden

Beyond the Harry Potter tour, this is an active film studio where major Hollywood productions are filmed.

Activity4 miles from centre

The Grove

5-star luxury hotel and spa with championship golf course. Day spa packages available. Perfect for a special occasion.

Activity2 miles from centre

Whippendell Woods

Ancient woodland perfect for walks and nature spotting. Beautiful bluebells in spring.

Landmark10 minutes by car

St Albans

Historic cathedral city with Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and excellent restaurants. Easy day trip from Watford.

DiningTown centre

The Tudor Arms

Traditional pub with excellent food and extensive beer selection. Historic building with modern British menu.

DiningIntu Watford

Cote Brasserie

French-inspired dining with all-day menus. Great for pre-shopping breakfast or post-shopping dinner.

When to Visit Watford

Insider tips for the best times to visit throughout the year.

Year-Round

Harry Potter Studio Tour tickets sell out months in advance, especially for school holidays and special events. Book as early as possible.

Spring

Whippendell Woods is spectacular in April-May when the bluebells are in bloom. Best experienced on a weekday morning.

Summer

Cassiobury Park splash pool opens in summer - bring swimwear for the kids and enjoy a picnic in the park.

Autumn

Harry Potter Studios hosts special Dark Arts events around Halloween with exclusive content and theming.

Winter

Harry Potter Studios transforms for Christmas with festive feasts in the Great Hall. Intu Watford has excellent Christmas shopping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about visiting Watford

Warner Bros. Studio Tour is about 3 miles from Watford town centre, approximately 10 minutes by car. A shuttle bus runs from Watford Junction station.
Direct trains from Watford Junction to London Euston take just 16-20 minutes. The Metropolitan Line to Baker Street takes approximately 40 minutes.
Excellent! Harry Potter Studios is world-class, Cassiobury Park has children's activities, and you're close to London attractions. The Warner Bros. tour typically takes 3-4 hours.
Most visitors spend 3-4 hours at the studio tour. Allow extra time if you want to enjoy Butterbeer, browse the gift shop, or take photos with everything.
Yes, Watford Junction has a large car park but it fills up quickly on weekdays. Our Watford properties include free parking, making them ideal for guests visiting the studios.
Visit historic St Albans (15 mins), explore Cassiobury Park, enjoy the shopping at Intu, or take a day trip to London. The Grove spa is perfect for pampering.

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