The Odyssey Cinema
The Odyssey Cinema
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- Sarah MSt. Albans, United Kingdom23 contributionsAmazing little cinemaI love the Odyssey so much I can’t say a bad word about it. I have visited multiple times and am yet to have a bad experience. Lovely staff, always friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Beautiful setting, plush seating, plenty of space, blankets available if needed. I’ve tasted most of the menu, particularly love the nachos, cheese and crackers also a nice touch. Diverse selection of films, the little intro by staff at the beginning is a lovely idea and makes the experience much more personal. My only minor complaint is that the queue at the downstairs bar is a little disorganised, I recommend a clear sign telling people where to queue as they get confused! That aside, it’s amazing, and last but not least great value for money. Whether you are a local or visiting it’s a true experience and makes me proud to live here. It’s also officially my ‘safe space’. Thanks to all for this wonderful cinema.Visited July 2023Traveled soloWritten July 13, 2023
- Eleanor R3 contributionsBEST EVER!!Oh my goodness. AMAZING. The atmosphere was incredible! the classic feel of watching a film in this setting is unmatched. The service of every member of staff was genuinely the best I think I’ve ever received. They were simply the loveliest people ever. 10000% will be coming back time and time again! Thank you for making our date night SO good!Visited July 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten July 18, 2023
- Tracy C2 contributionsA true hidden gemWe love the Odyssey! Have been coming for years and try to come once a month. Staff are excellent, cheese boards are brilliant and a great choice of films. We don’t go anywhere else. Thanks everyone xVisited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 19, 2023
- cla1re9Stevenage, United Kingdom228 contributionsFun in great comfortA fabulous concept in a beautifully preserved cinema. From a massive fidget having a spinning, wheelie chair where I can't annoy those around me, win win! But then add in a bar, platters, old school style introductions makes for a real treatVisited August 2023Traveled with friendsWritten September 17, 2023
- angejetskiPulloxhill, United Kingdom2 contributionsFabulous art deco cinema with very comfortable seats & relaxed atmospherePlenty of space around tabled seating area, close to lavatories and bar. Good view of the screen and great sound. Really made watching movies enjoyable. Will visit again!Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 24, 2023
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Alistair H
St. Albans, UK128 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
This is the way to see a film. Great comfortable seats, bar open throughout the film. A great variety of films in any one week. The only minus point is that you buy a bottle of wine ( which are very reasonable) they will not give you the top so that you can take the undrunk portion home. Don’t understand that and think they are missing a trick there. Most restaurants will give you the cork so that means they sell more bottles.
Written December 5, 2023
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Neil and Desi
Dunstable, UK31 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This is a great cinema - beautifully restored to its art deco charm, with a welcoming and comfortable setting! It's a lovely experience to see a movie there and we would happily go again.
Written November 11, 2023
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angejetski
Pulloxhill, UK2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Plenty of space around tabled seating area, close to lavatories and bar. Good view of the screen and great sound. Really made watching movies enjoyable. Will visit again!
Written September 24, 2023
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cla1re9
Stevenage, UK228 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
A fabulous concept in a beautifully preserved cinema. From a massive fidget having a spinning, wheelie chair where I can't annoy those around me, win win! But then add in a bar, platters, old school style introductions makes for a real treat
Written September 17, 2023
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DawnH
48 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Fantastic experience. Great staff comfy seats and a delicious cheese board which is great value. Give it a try.
Written September 10, 2023
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Tracy C
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We love the Odyssey! Have been coming for years and try to come once a month. Staff are excellent, cheese boards are brilliant and a great choice of films. We don’t go anywhere else. Thanks everyone x
Written August 19, 2023
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Eleanor R
3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Oh my goodness. AMAZING. The atmosphere was incredible! the classic feel of watching a film in this setting is unmatched. The service of every member of staff was genuinely the best I think I’ve ever received. They were simply the loveliest people ever. 10000% will be coming back time and time again! Thank you for making our date night SO good!
Written July 18, 2023
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Sarah M
St. Albans, UK23 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
I love the Odyssey so much I can’t say a bad word about it. I have visited multiple times and am yet to have a bad experience. Lovely staff, always friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Beautiful setting, plush seating, plenty of space, blankets available if needed. I’ve tasted most of the menu, particularly love the nachos, cheese and crackers also a nice touch. Diverse selection of films, the little intro by staff at the beginning is a lovely idea and makes the experience much more personal. My only minor complaint is that the queue at the downstairs bar is a little disorganised, I recommend a clear sign telling people where to queue as they get confused! That aside, it’s amazing, and last but not least great value for money. Whether you are a local or visiting it’s a true experience and makes me proud to live here. It’s also officially my ‘safe space’. Thanks to all for this wonderful cinema.
Written July 13, 2023
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Paul C
Norwich, UK9 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
Great cinema offering a genuinely different viewing experience, comfy seating, table, glass of wine and a cheeseboard, lovely night out
Written June 14, 2023
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Sarah B
United Kingdom2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Have been attending for years. We are so glad that this place has been restored to glory. It is able to give attention to a wider and arguably deeper range of films. We have just seen the most moving film Till that didn't get a huge run in the more commercial multiplex. Wonderful atmosphere; a treat to be able to go.
Written March 12, 2023
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Is it possible to move the chairs downstairs to form a table of 5 if you've booked tickets for one of the seats near the table of 4 ? 👀
Ali S
St. Albans, UK
What beverages are on offer to purchase and what seating is best to book for two people
Tasmin100
London, UK129 contributions
Wine, beer and soft drinks. There are sofas, but some of the tables are nicer if you can get a good view. Premium seating is good on the side (not so good on the first level), but the seats come at a slight premium.
Snow white12345677
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Hello!
We do sell Gift Vouchers!
They can be bought online, by phone or in person.
There is more information on our website 'odysseypictures'
EdwinaTyphoon
Hertfordshire132 contributions
Is there any free on-street parking near the Cinema?
WildSurfer21
St. Albans, UK7 contributions
There is along both sides of the road but it is limited so you need to get there early. The London road carpark at the top of the road is free after 6pm and about a 5 minute walk.
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