Marwell Hotel Winchester South

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7.6
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Pleasant
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Khristiane Rey

10.0
/ 10
Great hotel. Staff were good but let down with restaurant weekend staff that could have done more. I kinda felt they didn't make an effort asking a colleague or finding out to andwer my questions instead of just saying "I don't know" Got my simple request wrong 3 times which was a shame. In the end I didn't insist anymore as I felt will just add to my stress.

Michelle

10.0
/ 10
Breakfast needs more choice especially the fruit, the pears were hard as rock, no bananas, no fruit salad. No beans for ages, they need to keep an eye on the hotplates. Invest in a coffee machine so there's a variety. Maybe also a bell at the downstairs bar.

ramona

10.0
/ 10
we were made feel very welcome by our receptionist Ruby She went over and above to make sure that everything about our trip flowed smoothly. We had dinner in the restaurant it was excellent ...cooked to perfection
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Thompson Lane, Winchester District, Colden Common, Hampshire, England, SO21 1JY

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Restaurant
Swimming Pool
24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Marwell Hotel Winchester South is a hotel is located at Colden Common. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Thompson Lane, Winchester District, Colden Common, Hampshire, England, SO21 1JY
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General


Near Marwell Zoo

Location


Located in Winchester, Marwell Hotel Winchester South is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Marwell Zoo and 8 minutes from South Downs National Park. This hotel is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Winchester Cathedral and 8 mi (12.9 km) from University of Southampton.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Marwell Zoo - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Bishops Waltham Palace - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Itchen Valley Country Park - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi
TeamSport Indoor Go Karting Southampton - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
The Point - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
South Downs National Park - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Lakeside Country Park - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Riverside Park - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Winchester City Mill - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Winchester Guildhall - 11.3 km / 7 mi
King Alfred the Great Statue - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Utilita Bowl - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Winchester Christmas Market - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi
South Downs Way - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi
Winnall Moors Nature Reserve - 11.8 km / 7.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
Southampton (SOU) - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 57.7 km / 35.9 mi
Farnborough (FAB) - 67.5 km / 41.9 mi

The preferred airport for Marwell Hotel Winchester South is Southampton (SOU).

Renovations


The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 5 2026 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change):

  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Facilities


Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. This hotel has 7 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


Satisfy your appetite for dinner at Dining Room, a restaurant which specializes in Modern European cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Stay in one of 68 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

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Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Wedding service

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast
  • Snack bar

General

  • Banquet
  • Parking

Things to Do

  • Indoor pool

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accessibilty

  • Disabled access friendly

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Marwell Hotel Winchester South

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair and access to the heated pool
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests arriving outside of check-in hours must contact the property.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed
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General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Marwell Hotel Winchester South
68
Number of floors in Marwell Hotel Winchester South
2
Another facilities in Marwell Hotel Winchester South
Luggage storage, 24-hour Receptionist, Wedding service, Breakfast, Snack bar

Frequently asked question in Marwell Hotel Winchester South

What are available facilities at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?
There are top facilites at Marwell Hotel Winchester South such as Restaurant, Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Marwell Hotel Winchester South?
The standard check-in time at Marwell Hotel Winchester South is starting from 15:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Marwell Hotel Winchester South provide breakfast?
Yes, Marwell Hotel Winchester South provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Marwell Hotel Winchester South?
Marwell Hotel Winchester South is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many floors does Marwell Hotel Winchester South have?
Marwell Hotel Winchester South has 2 floors.
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7.6
Pleasant
From 1,000 reviews
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7.6

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7.6

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8.4

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Sadie
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with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hotel is in a lovely area and looks beautiful inside and out. The staff I met were nice, however was disappointed after having a long day to arrive and told they were not serving any food (was around 7pm). Our room was nice and mostly clean (empty bottles were left on the floor when we arrived) and the TV would only work on BBC1 and ITV and we couldn't use the remote as this didnt work either 🙈
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Eileen
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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The Hotel is undergoing upgrades - the pool Was unavailable but the bed was comfy, shower hot and good hot breakfast. Ok for price. I just wish they would upgrade/ freshen up the hotel front as my first impression was a scout camp! I’d stay again knowing what to expect
Eugenijus
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Breakfast was on fresh. Car parking good. Rooms clean
Michael
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Recently painted an upgraded rooms but didn’t mask the fairly old infrastructure of the hotel. I stayed in a room with an interconnecting door that was quite noisy from the neighbours next door. I would recommend specifically asking for a non-interconnecting room if you are a solo traveller. The breakfast had everything you would expect but the quality of the hot food wasn’t great. Easy parking and as budget hotels go it wasn’t the worst.
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Simon
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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Great hotel
michelle
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Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

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We recently stayed at Marwell Hotel for two nights and, unfortunately, it was a mixed experience leaning towards disappointing. On arrival, we were given our key and sent to a room that clearly hadn’t been cleaned—half-made beds, a pint glass, a pepperami wrapper, no towels, and marks on surfaces. We had to carry all our belongings back to reception, which wasn’t ideal. The manager did resolve the issue and offered a complimentary drink while we waited, and we were moved rooms after about 30 minutes, which we appreciated. What let the experience down most was the atmosphere among staff. We witnessed multiple arguments involving management, including one near our room with the cleaning team and another with a receptionist. The receptionist remained calm and professional throughout, but the manager’s behaviour came across as rude and uncomfortable to witness. The second room was acceptable but not without issues—cold on arrival, with no working heating (an oil radiator was provided), and no windows to open, which made the room feel stuffy overnight. There were some positives: the bar food was lovely, and the staff we encountered there were friendly, although clearly understaffed. Breakfast was okay but limited, and service was slow. The hotel itself is in a great location for visiting Marwell Zoo and is peaceful, but it is very dated and in need of refurbishment. The website photos don’t reflect the current condition. The pool was also closed during our stay.
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Christine
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Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

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It is so unfortunate that a hotel with this potential has been somewhat neglected. We have visited previously and the change since then is apparent. Still wonderful staff, still a fantastic location but the rooms are in dire need of attention. Nothing as horrific as mould or dirt, still very well cleaned but the cleaners have an uphill struggle with the aging of the property. We will most likely return, it's still a good hotel but it could be fantastic!!
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Ross
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

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Room was clean & tidy, may be a bit on the "tired" side, but no complaints. The connecting corridors from reception to accommodation blocks were cold, but the accommodation blocks and rooms were nice & warm. Restaurant menu I thought was limited - certainly nothing special and a bit on the prciet side for what you got (I had a chicken Cesar salad and it wasn't the best - lettuce seemed like it was from a 99p ASDA packet and on the "turn", about 6 small croutons, and chicken “breast” that had been "coated" in something...and was very wet - all the signs of cheap ingredients used to try and make an expensive looking dish (it didn’t look or taste it, sorry). Breakfast – good selection – cold & hot. Usual problem with cooked food left under heat lamps… dried out food, especially the eggs, followed by the beans and mushrooms – I asked for poached eggs and they were PERFECT. Overall, an ok stay, clean & tidy, but a tired hotel (I stayed here around 10 yrs ago and nothing had changed) – has great potential due to outs “rural & woodland” setting, but needs investment.
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Khristiane Rey
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel. Staff were good but let down with restaurant weekend staff that could have done more. I kinda felt they didn't make an effort asking a colleague or finding out to andwer my questions instead of just saying "I don't know" Got my simple request wrong 3 times which was a shame. In the end I didn't insist anymore as I felt will just add to my stress.
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Katherine
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with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Parking was straightforward. The rooms are in need of refurbishment and the mattress was pretty lumpy. Our TV didn't work but the receptionist was incredibly helpful and eventually moved us to an alternative room. Location can't be faulted. Breakfast was fairly basic but no particular complaints.
Diane
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with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Was ok. Bin not emptied cup stains not removed draws opened on there own. Sink but dirty hallway smelt musty and damp but it only cost us £31 wouldn’t pay more than that no bar staff bed comfy room nice very dated
Zoe
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Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Rooms are dated which is ok, but the heating stuck on full is not ok. Broken TVs, no security on the patio doors, very noisy, slamming fire doors, lack of staff in the evenings
Mark
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Friends and Family Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Built in 1989, and not touched since. The mattress springs poked me in the side, the furniture would be rejected by charity shops, the cold single glazing and red hot radiator were a classic 80’s touch, and the rusty 30+ year old fridge was warmer than the fbreakfast.
Simon
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly staff. Good food.
Emily
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff were all very friendly and helpful but the airfreshener everywhere was a bit much. Also the shower was barely a dribble which was ver disappointing
Michelle
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Breakfast needs more choice especially the fruit, the pears were hard as rock, no bananas, no fruit salad. No beans for ages, they need to keep an eye on the hotplates. Invest in a coffee machine so there's a variety. Maybe also a bell at the downstairs bar.
Graham
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Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Breakfast coffee was far too weak and undrinkable. Poir chouxe of egg options
Kathleen
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Food items missing from breakfast buffet on first morning.On our last morning (today),we were instructed to sit in a place we didn’t want to,but the position we wished to be seated wasn’t occupied or shown to be reserved.We’d sat in that area the previous 2 mornings without a problem Asked to have tea & milk replenished in our room ,but still hadn’t been done on our return in the evening.I complained about state of bed mattress,It was damaged & sunken,I had to put a pillow over the depression.Still not comfy & it affected my sleep.Told that all the mattresses were in the process of being replaced but shouldn’t really get to that stage of affecting guests comfort.
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Rob
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

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Comfortable clean room.
Tara
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice big room, good amenities
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7.6
Pleasant
From 1,000 reviews
Cleanliness

7.6

Room Comfort

7.6

Service and Facilites

8.4

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Traveler Reviews Marwell Hotel Winchester South

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40
Top reviews
Sadie
icon-with Children
with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hotel is in a lovely area and looks beautiful inside and out. The staff I met were nice, however was disappointed after having a long day to arrive and told they were not serving any food (was around 7pm). Our room was nice and mostly clean (empty bottles were left on the floor when we arrived) and the TV would only work on BBC1 and ITV and we couldn't use the remote as this didnt work either 🙈
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Eileen
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The Hotel is undergoing upgrades - the pool Was unavailable but the bed was comfy, shower hot and good hot breakfast. Ok for price. I just wish they would upgrade/ freshen up the hotel front as my first impression was a scout camp! I’d stay again knowing what to expect
Eugenijus
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Breakfast was on fresh. Car parking good. Rooms clean
Michael
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Recently painted an upgraded rooms but didn’t mask the fairly old infrastructure of the hotel. I stayed in a room with an interconnecting door that was quite noisy from the neighbours next door. I would recommend specifically asking for a non-interconnecting room if you are a solo traveller. The breakfast had everything you would expect but the quality of the hot food wasn’t great. Easy parking and as budget hotels go it wasn’t the worst.
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Simon
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great hotel
michelle
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We recently stayed at Marwell Hotel for two nights and, unfortunately, it was a mixed experience leaning towards disappointing. On arrival, we were given our key and sent to a room that clearly hadn’t been cleaned—half-made beds, a pint glass, a pepperami wrapper, no towels, and marks on surfaces. We had to carry all our belongings back to reception, which wasn’t ideal. The manager did resolve the issue and offered a complimentary drink while we waited, and we were moved rooms after about 30 minutes, which we appreciated. What let the experience down most was the atmosphere among staff. We witnessed multiple arguments involving management, including one near our room with the cleaning team and another with a receptionist. The receptionist remained calm and professional throughout, but the manager’s behaviour came across as rude and uncomfortable to witness. The second room was acceptable but not without issues—cold on arrival, with no working heating (an oil radiator was provided), and no windows to open, which made the room feel stuffy overnight. There were some positives: the bar food was lovely, and the staff we encountered there were friendly, although clearly understaffed. Breakfast was okay but limited, and service was slow. The hotel itself is in a great location for visiting Marwell Zoo and is peaceful, but it is very dated and in need of refurbishment. The website photos don’t reflect the current condition. The pool was also closed during our stay.
Read More
Christine
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It is so unfortunate that a hotel with this potential has been somewhat neglected. We have visited previously and the change since then is apparent. Still wonderful staff, still a fantastic location but the rooms are in dire need of attention. Nothing as horrific as mould or dirt, still very well cleaned but the cleaners have an uphill struggle with the aging of the property. We will most likely return, it's still a good hotel but it could be fantastic!!
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Ross
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Room was clean & tidy, may be a bit on the "tired" side, but no complaints. The connecting corridors from reception to accommodation blocks were cold, but the accommodation blocks and rooms were nice & warm. Restaurant menu I thought was limited - certainly nothing special and a bit on the prciet side for what you got (I had a chicken Cesar salad and it wasn't the best - lettuce seemed like it was from a 99p ASDA packet and on the "turn", about 6 small croutons, and chicken “breast” that had been "coated" in something...and was very wet - all the signs of cheap ingredients used to try and make an expensive looking dish (it didn’t look or taste it, sorry). Breakfast – good selection – cold & hot. Usual problem with cooked food left under heat lamps… dried out food, especially the eggs, followed by the beans and mushrooms – I asked for poached eggs and they were PERFECT. Overall, an ok stay, clean & tidy, but a tired hotel (I stayed here around 10 yrs ago and nothing had changed) – has great potential due to outs “rural & woodland” setting, but needs investment.
Read More
Khristiane Rey
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel. Staff were good but let down with restaurant weekend staff that could have done more. I kinda felt they didn't make an effort asking a colleague or finding out to andwer my questions instead of just saying "I don't know" Got my simple request wrong 3 times which was a shame. In the end I didn't insist anymore as I felt will just add to my stress.
Read More
Katherine
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Parking was straightforward. The rooms are in need of refurbishment and the mattress was pretty lumpy. Our TV didn't work but the receptionist was incredibly helpful and eventually moved us to an alternative room. Location can't be faulted. Breakfast was fairly basic but no particular complaints.
Diane
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Was ok. Bin not emptied cup stains not removed draws opened on there own. Sink but dirty hallway smelt musty and damp but it only cost us £31 wouldn’t pay more than that no bar staff bed comfy room nice very dated
Zoe
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Rooms are dated which is ok, but the heating stuck on full is not ok. Broken TVs, no security on the patio doors, very noisy, slamming fire doors, lack of staff in the evenings
Mark
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Built in 1989, and not touched since. The mattress springs poked me in the side, the furniture would be rejected by charity shops, the cold single glazing and red hot radiator were a classic 80’s touch, and the rusty 30+ year old fridge was warmer than the fbreakfast.
Simon
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly staff. Good food.
Emily
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff were all very friendly and helpful but the airfreshener everywhere was a bit much. Also the shower was barely a dribble which was ver disappointing
Michelle
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Breakfast needs more choice especially the fruit, the pears were hard as rock, no bananas, no fruit salad. No beans for ages, they need to keep an eye on the hotplates. Invest in a coffee machine so there's a variety. Maybe also a bell at the downstairs bar.
Graham
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Breakfast coffee was far too weak and undrinkable. Poir chouxe of egg options
Kathleen
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Food items missing from breakfast buffet on first morning.On our last morning (today),we were instructed to sit in a place we didn’t want to,but the position we wished to be seated wasn’t occupied or shown to be reserved.We’d sat in that area the previous 2 mornings without a problem Asked to have tea & milk replenished in our room ,but still hadn’t been done on our return in the evening.I complained about state of bed mattress,It was damaged & sunken,I had to put a pillow over the depression.Still not comfy & it affected my sleep.Told that all the mattresses were in the process of being replaced but shouldn’t really get to that stage of affecting guests comfort.
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Rob
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Comfortable clean room.
Tara
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice big room, good amenities
Number of reviews per page
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