Name: GreyFriars
Address: High Street, Essex (comté), GB
Price range: 151 $US–318 $US per night
Rating: 9.08

Ce qu'en disent des voyageurs

D'après les avis, GreyFriars est apprécié pour son personnel accueillant et serviable, ses chambres spacieuses et bien décorées, et son emplacement pratique près du château et de la rue commerçante de Colchester. Toutefois, le service du petit-déjeuner peut être lent et la qualité est variable, allant d'excellente à décevante.

De nombreux clients soulignent la propreté et le confort des hébergements, avec des salles de bains remarquables, des chambres calmes et des surclassements occasionnels offerts. Certains signalent des inconvénients tels qu'une climatisation faible ou non réglable, des chambres petites ou disparates, un éclairage limité, ou des lits plus petits que prévu. Le parking sur place est apprécié mais peut être difficile à trouver ; le bar et la terrasse sont populaires, bien que le service au bar soit parfois irrégulier. Il convient aux voyageurs qui recherchent une base confortable et pleine de caractère, tandis que les clients attentifs aux détails pourraient remarquer quelques imperfections.

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Équipements

Le parking sur place est fréquemment salué, bien que l'accès et la signalétique puissent être déroutants. Les clients apprécient les espaces bar et terrasse, et un ascenseur est disponible ; le service au bar est parfois absent.

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10

Patricia

23 févr. 2025

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Great stay. Quiet end of the high street and short walk to the shopping and restaurant. Really smart hotel with a 5 star feel. Nice, Small and intimate. Private parking to the rear of the hotel. Would highly recommend.

10

Caroline

14 mars 2025

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Fabulous hotel great staff, loved the bar and a fire in the evening

8

David

11 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 4 nuits

A lot of money has obviously been spent on the hotel - to it's benefit, albeit it is somewhat quirky in places. Nevertheless, a very comfortable hotel, very handily placed for the centre of Colchester and surprisingly good value when you consider breakfast, wifi and parking are included.

10

Grahame

19 déc. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

This is a great hotel. Upgraded to a lovely small suite with an amazing bathroom. Very comfortable beds. Breakfasts were super quality and delicious, although the breakfast tables are not dressed with a cloth and the old sticky scarred leatherette tabletops were a surprising lapse. We pre-requested through the app ‘no feathers’ in the pillows - this was missed, but corrected next morning. Finally, parking is not well signposted (suggest put Foresters Arms in satnav)

10

Joseph

14 août 2025

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A séjourné 3 nuits

Fab hotel in Colchester. Nearly perfect, but no USB ports in rooms which can easily be addressed. Restaurant is excellent and staff overall is very helpful. Lift available for the disabled.

10

Warwick

8 mai 2023

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Extremely pleased with our stay here. Right from the start the receptionist warmly welcomed us and our check in was a breeze. The room was well furnished, comfortable bed and well appointed bathroom. The bar and dining room were very comfortable and the food excellent. Great location close to the centre of town

10

Michael

3 nov. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Right in the centre of Colchester with its own car park! Smiling and efficient staff, with high quality and choice of food.

10

J m

14 oct. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Hi lovely welcome great safe parking and to finish a great breakfast

10

Mark

13 août 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Very enjoyable stay and credit to all the staff. Great outside terrace to relax by the bar area and food was excellent - overall it was a great stay and look forward to returning soon

8

Daniel

30 déc. 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

I often found the bar un-manned. I either wanted a drink, to pay and leave, but often there wasn't someone there so I had to wait. My room didn't have a water container for the coffee machine and there's a very strange hallway connecting the building and the rooms which is COLD.

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Propreté

La propreté est largement saluée, de nombreux clients décrivant les chambres et les salles de bains comme impeccables. Quelques clients ont signalé des lacunes telles que des articles oubliés, des cheveux ou de la poussière.

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6

Rachel

4 mai 2025

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A séjourné 2 nuits

This was my third time back at this hotel and unfortunately it feels like things are not moving in the right direction. We stayed in one of the largest suites and found hairs in the bathroom, the sink tap leaked, we didn’t have enough towels and the shower heads were positioned in a way that soaked us upon turning on and the rest of the bathroom (it’s the small things but I expect better). My husband and I were staying with our two year old and even though our room was over £300 a night they still required an additional £15 crib rental charge which is terrible service. Check in took around 15 minutes (again for a 4* hotel I’d expect it to be more efficient) and there was no one to help us with bags (again family with 2 year old and I was 7 months pregnant). Breakfast (included) was really good & location is super easy to walk into town or spend some time relaxing in the nearby castle park. Overall this stay was a disappointment for the price paid.

4

tania

13 juin 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

This hotel is very run down in all aspects. I would not recommend it. Room is not clean, phone hardly works dusty. Window curtains do not close. Did not have room service.

6

Matt

1 janv. 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The greeting staff were very informative and pleasant. They were able to answer any questions we had for our stay. Unfortunately this didn’t carry through to the bar staff who ignored us when we were waiting to be served and then finally when we were, we seemed to be an inconvenience to them, we left and took our evening customs elsewhere and only used the room to stay in. The room was average; we found dead insects in the curtains. The bathroom improved our stay and was very comfortable. Overall, I’d like to see an improvement in the bar staff and the cleanliness of the rooms improved.

10

Elizabeth

27 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 3 nuits

A really pleasant stay, hotel is immaculate and very well situated. Pleasant and courteous staff Very enjoyable

10

Mark

25 oct. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

First time staying at GreyFriars, found it to be better than expected. Staff were attentive, nothing too much trouble. Room had great facilities and the place was spotless.

10

Damon

4 févr. 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

A lovely hotel. Staff really helpful and friendly. Room was clean and very nice. Bed was comfortable and room had plenty of facilities.

4

Peter

14 avr. 2025

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A séjourné 3 nuits

We did not think this Hotel warrented 4 stars. We were required to make a £50 credit card provisional deposit to cover any possible damage to room but no documents with terms or conditions, or indication of how any claim against our deposit could be verified. No evidence of condition was agreed at outset. Breakfast arrangements were farcical. Usually certain foods are laid out for guests to take such as fruit juice cereals etc and tea and coffee is ordered so guests can eat whist waiting for the cooked breakfast. Here, one day there was no juice out. Coffee was provided but only enough for one small cup. One morning tea leaves emerged from the teapot which held teabags, possibley because it had not been cleaned properly from an earlier use. Staff seem have had no training. They did not take notes and on an adjoining table they forgot what had been ordered. I asked for toast, one day one I had two slices which was fine, the next day one slice of barely toasted, which was sent back and 2 the next day. The waiters were alway polite and friendy but it seemed there was no system or training. Complimentry water was provided on day 1 only . A half used bottle was left the next morning and glasses of tap water were left so the glasses had not been cleaned.Tea and coffee was in the room but in multiples of 3 ie 3 milks and 3 coffee pods. The set dinner menu was limited for a three night stay, so we went elsewhere. Red wine served cold. Most disapointing stay

10

Carlo

10 déc. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Room was clean and comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Michelle

26 mai 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Stayed at GreyFriars for our Anniversary as it was conveniently located to the restaurant we were visiting. We couldn’t fault the hotel or the service we received. Upon checking in the lovely lady in reception told us that we had been upgraded to a junior suite. The room was beautifully furnished and elegant with plenty of space. Little extras, such as Nespresso machine and complementary coffee pods as well as mini fridge with drinks was a pleasant addition. The only slight improvement would be better lighting due to the windows being small for the size of the room. This would have made getting ready easier. Breakfast was faultless and the service was excellent. The staff were friendly and polite which made our stay all the better. We will definitely be back.

10

Carol

15 sept. 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Our room was lovely - the bed was comfortable and inviting. The bathroom was massive, with walk in shower and a fabulous bath. We loved the use of complimentary dressing gowns and an iron and ironing board. The mini bar with five or six free drinks, plus the usual tea and coffee facilities, were all most welcome. Everything in the hotel was spotlessly clean. Staff were, without exception, friendly, helpful and professional. The classic Afternoon Tea was wonderful. Breakfast was also good and included in our overnight stay. A lovely treat for 24 hours!

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Chambres

Les chambres sont généralement spacieuses, confortables et bien décorées, avec de nombreuses salles de bains de haute qualité et calmes. Certains clients ont noté des lits plus petits que prévu, des tailles de chambres variables, une climatisation faible ou non réglable et un éclairage limité.

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10

Denise

5 déc. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The room was clean, tidy and beautifully decorated. Which enhanced the luxuriousness of the standard room.

10

Sheila

4 août 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Great hotel. Room was lovely, bed very comfy. There was air on which was easy to control and very welcome. Bathroom was fantastic with a large deep bath, double shower and double sink. There was a complimentary bar which was good. breakfast was really good with a great choice and as much of anything as you wanted, all waiter service. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Great hotel to stay in in Colchester with that added luxury.

10

Terence

25 févr. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

A large suite with separate bedroom and bathroom, both of a very generous size. This was offered as an upgrade which was a pleasant surprise. Staff most attentive and food and service in the restaurant was excellent. Highly recommended.

10

Amanda J

13 juil. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Wonderful stay Hotel was lovely Staff great Fabulous location Need windows that open.

10

Ian

14 août 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The room was comfortable, with a great bathroom. And the air-conditioning (in a heatwave) was a very welcome surprise.

10

Joseph

14 août 2025

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A séjourné 3 nuits

Fab hotel in Colchester. Nearly perfect, but no USB ports in rooms which can easily be addressed. Restaurant is excellent and staff overall is very helpful. Lift available for the disabled.

10

Diana

24 juin 2025

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A séjourné 4 nuits

Liked large quiet room, outside seating area, lift, soft carpet, comfortable bed, nice shower. Didn't like poor lighting in bathroom by washbasin and toilet.

8

Trevor

13 août 2025

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A séjourné 3 nuits

I would have given a higher score but there were a couple issues on my two stays. First time, A/C in the room was very weak, we talked to the front desk but there was nothing they could do. The actual room was great, plenty of room. The second stay, four days later, they put in such a small room we had to ask to be moved, which they did, that room was not a lot bigger but at least the bed was not a.double like the first room. . The hotel has many different types and sizes of rooms, it would be nice to actually select te room number that you require. My only other comment is that their pricing structure does not seem to match room sizes. I like this hotel but I will have to iron out a few kinks before my next reservation. Maybe using their website for reservations might be a better option.

4

Stuart

18 mai 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Room was supposed to have king size bed but came with double. Air conditioning did not work and as we were on the top floor it was far too hot to sleep.

10

Gordon

26 avr. 2023

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Very nice hotel, room however was small and in stairwell area with noise from other guests coming up or going down and opening door into main bedroom area, noise from ground floor (staff) again traveled up the stairwell to my room. Apart from the noise a very nice hotel which should be a higher star rating. I would stay again but not in room 21

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Service

Le service est fréquemment décrit comme aimable, attentionné et serviable, avec des surclassements et une assistance occasionnels. Cependant, le service du petit-déjeuner et du bar peut être lent, et quelques clients ont rencontré un accueil brusque ou des retards à l'enregistrement.

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8

russell

4 avr. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Mixed up on the booking I tried to explain the situation but receptionist was very rude.. Same receptionist was very rude in the morning when I asked about my invoice But hotel & breakfast breakfast staff are faultless…

10

John

11 mai 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

From the time we checked in to when we left, the service was first class....can we call out Katein the dining room for special mention. She was a brilliant server and an asset to the Hotel

10

Vernon

7 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

We stay at this hotel at least a couple of times a year and it never disappoints. Even the smallest rooms are a good size, the food and cocktails are excellent and the staff can't do enough for you. It's also very conveniently situated a two minute stroll to the high street.

10

michael

4 oct. 2023

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Great place, great staff, special appreciation to Jimmy the bar tender, very good cocktail maker and friendly

6

Matt

1 janv. 2024

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The greeting staff were very informative and pleasant. They were able to answer any questions we had for our stay. Unfortunately this didn’t carry through to the bar staff who ignored us when we were waiting to be served and then finally when we were, we seemed to be an inconvenience to them, we left and took our evening customs elsewhere and only used the room to stay in. The room was average; we found dead insects in the curtains. The bathroom improved our stay and was very comfortable. Overall, I’d like to see an improvement in the bar staff and the cleanliness of the rooms improved.

10

Christine

10 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The staff were very helpful from the moment I arrived. I needed to book an additional night and thought that might mean a different room for two nights as Expedia said they couldn’t do at their end. They were very accommodating and gave me a room upgrade which was lovely. They carried my luggage to my room. Breakfast was amazing. Servers were friendly. The front desk agent arranged transportation for me when I left. A very pleasant stay.

10

Mark

25 oct. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

First time staying at GreyFriars, found it to be better than expected. Staff were attentive, nothing too much trouble. Room had great facilities and the place was spotless.

8

Hamish

7 déc. 2024

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A séjourné 3 nuits

I was generally pleased. Staff were very good, although service was a bit slow, possibility due to to staff shortages

6

David

29 mai 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Second stay here so can’t be that bad I guess. The hotel lacks atmosphere and the staff are efficient but lack warmth. Room was great and clean. Ate out in the evening as restaraunt lacks any atmosphere with very strange seating arrangement. Similar at breakfast and just one lady to serve every table so pretty slow affair though food was great.

10

Carlo

10 déc. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Room was clean and comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful.

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Emplacement

Très pratique pour le centre de Colchester, à quelques pas de la High Street, du château et du Castle Park. Idéal pour explorer à pied.

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10

Patricia

23 févr. 2025

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Great stay. Quiet end of the high street and short walk to the shopping and restaurant. Really smart hotel with a 5 star feel. Nice, Small and intimate. Private parking to the rear of the hotel. Would highly recommend.

8

Fiona

10 mai 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

Very pleasant hotel and surroundings, close to castle and large park. An easy walk to town centre.

10

Beverley

24 juin 2023

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Great staff, lovely room and ideal to explore Colchester

10

Peter

15 sept. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

If you go to Colchester and you want a hotel that is centrally with ideal parking and a little bit above the rest,Greyfriars is for you.

10

Andrew

22 août 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The location close to Castle Park was super convenient where we attended an open concert.

10

Vernon

7 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

We stay at this hotel at least a couple of times a year and it never disappoints. Even the smallest rooms are a good size, the food and cocktails are excellent and the staff can't do enough for you. It's also very conveniently situated a two minute stroll to the high street.

8

David

11 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 4 nuits

A lot of money has obviously been spent on the hotel - to it's benefit, albeit it is somewhat quirky in places. Nevertheless, a very comfortable hotel, very handily placed for the centre of Colchester and surprisingly good value when you consider breakfast, wifi and parking are included.

10

David

9 janv. 2023

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A séjourné 19 365 nuits

This is a complete package, everything in the room from enough sockets, to furniture, to bathroom all high standard. City location, lovely garden area, and high standard restaurant and quiet bar. Short step from the castle.

10

Lauren

26 août 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

This is a great hotel for a short stay in Colchester. A very good breakfast, large rooms, and the location is great if you want to explore Colchester (right by the castle and park).

10

Steve

7 avr. 2024

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A séjourné 3 nuits

Lovely clean hotel excellent location and the staff were all polite and helpful

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Repas

De nombreux clients ont apprécié le petit-déjeuner préparé à la demande, les plats du restaurant et les cocktails. On constate des signalements récurrents d'un service de petit-déjeuner lent ou irrégulier et de déceptions occasionnelles concernant la disponibilité des plats ou la qualité des plats.

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John

9 nov. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Quality breakfast. Good quality decor. Good ambience. Comfortable bed. Quality bathroom- shower 👍👍

8

johnna

15 août 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

They stop serving food too early, and I ordered a Caesar salad and it was just inedible because it was smothered and it tasted very fishy!! But lovely staff

10

Vernon

7 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

We stay at this hotel at least a couple of times a year and it never disappoints. Even the smallest rooms are a good size, the food and cocktails are excellent and the staff can't do enough for you. It's also very conveniently situated a two minute stroll to the high street.

10

Paul

29 déc. 2024

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A séjourné 2 nuits

We enjoyed our stay once again. The hotel is old school but lovely and the staff are great. The breakfast is fantastic!

10

Christine

10 sept. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

The staff were very helpful from the moment I arrived. I needed to book an additional night and thought that might mean a different room for two nights as Expedia said they couldn’t do at their end. They were very accommodating and gave me a room upgrade which was lovely. They carried my luggage to my room. Breakfast was amazing. Servers were friendly. The front desk agent arranged transportation for me when I left. A very pleasant stay.

10

Mary Anne

12 août 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Friendly and helpful staff, excellent food. Quiet area, within easy walk to Castle, park and shops.

10

Christopher

28 sept. 2024

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A séjourné 3 nuits

This is a good hotel, well run with good food. The only thing they could improve on is the information on their restaurant. It is Egon Ronay recomended but only the table d'hôte menu (excellent but limited) and bar menu is available Monday to Thursday. A full a là carte menu is available at the weekend. I was told by different staff that the restaurant was closed Monday & Tuesday (untrue) fully open (untrue) and, correctly, open all week but the full a là carte menu only available at the weekend. The hotel is well positioned with its own car park.

8

Sophie

16 nov. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Room was lovely bright and clean, the lady on Reception was lovely, we are in the restaurant which was excellent. The only downside was the breakfast which wasn’t very good.

6

David

29 mai 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Second stay here so can’t be that bad I guess. The hotel lacks atmosphere and the staff are efficient but lack warmth. Room was great and clean. Ate out in the evening as restaraunt lacks any atmosphere with very strange seating arrangement. Similar at breakfast and just one lady to serve every table so pretty slow affair though food was great.

10

Roy

20 déc. 2025

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A séjourné 1 nuit

Breakfast was delicious but service was very slow. Was a while before we saw anybody serving.

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Mois	Prix moyen
janvier	144 $US
février	153 $US
mars	147 $US
avril	152 $US
mai	161 $US
juin	173 $US
juillet	181 $US
août	200 $US
septembre	166 $US
octobre	164 $US
novembre	160 $US
décembre	160 $US

di	lu	ma	me	je	ve	sa
1 $151	2 $154	3 $158	4 $155	5 $154	6 $175	7 $199
8 $154	9 $155	10 $159	11 $156	12 $170	13 $171	14 $199
15 $155	16 $154	17 $161	18 $154	19 $167	20 $199	21 $204
22 $181	23 $181	24 $181	25 $181	26 $159	27 $221	28 $250
29 $157	30 $153

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