Nothing to fault at all. 2 stars probably does it a disservice. A pleasant provincial gem for this jaded Londoner. Great restaurant attached to it as well, though more meat/fish mains wouldn’t have gone amiss.

Historically layered building attached to Brown's Gatehouse (I'm not sure if one of the rooms is literally IN the gatehouse?) and overlooking the cathedral. Rooms located above an Italian restaurant, they're pleasant but very much Inn or B&B type, so you hear every creaky footstep, especially if on the first floor. Ear plugs recommended. Sometimes when you stay at a hotel with a restaurant you might be offered a free drink or a 5–10% discount — given in this case you can hear the restaurant until around 11pm and you're dodging waiters as you go in and out the building, it might be a nice touch to offer something extra to paying guests? (along with those ear plugs…)

Lovely room with 4 poster bed, half into the actual gatehouse! Didn't eat there but looked very popular

The hotel was overall pretty good, but I have to mention one thing: the bathroom didn’t have a towel heater, which is really key during winter. Apart from that, the stay was fine.

Incredible location with beautiful surroundings. Lovely room and great service. Staff we very helpful and friendly.