I usually only write a review if a hotel was exceptional or exceptionally poor. I am a platinum member on Hotels.com and writing one for each hotel would be impossible. The thing that stands out about this hotel is its mediocrity. As a change from my usual work trips this was an evening away with my wife and as such was happy to pay more, approximately £300 for a night.
The good points are that it is truly an impressive building, the grounds are amazing and would recommend a walk to see it all. The hotel staff are great and always offer aid and assistance. There is an overall sense of pride in the bar and restaurant areas.
The not so good points. The room was tired and décor old. There was sun faded furniture, cracked tiles in the bathroom, tobacco stained blind, the shower didn't stay in a fixed position and has dented the bath multiple times with multiple guests after it has dropped down. Shower temperature was also not constant. The breakfast would have been very good, but had obviously been made prior and on a heat lamp so it was dry. Also breakfast options are limited if you don't like fish
All of the "not so good points" are minor, but not at this price point and this is what compelled me to write the review.
I have stayed at some exceptional hotels, albeit not around this location, at half of the price.
If you are looking for luxury this would fail, slightly, to meet expectations
