Terrible. The other review here goes into great detail, so I won't, but- I lived here for a while…read morelast year and the staff literally bribed us to write good reviews on google with either a free laundry load or a free meal (we all took the former as laundry was unaffordable and the food was APPALLING). You don't have to talk my word for it, but your loss if you don't.

I spent a month here at this YMCA when I was in college...It was great! I had my own room with my…read moreown sink and desk, got fresh towels every day, had to share a bathroom but luckily it was with someone I knew, and the nightlife in Guildford was more than any 21 year old college student could ask for! Lots of shops and pubs within walking distance. Rooms are relatively cheap.

My friend's Granny is spending her 'relaxing' years here and I have to admit, when I get to the…read morepoint of life when my kids utter those fateful words - 'Dad, for your own safety, we're moving you to a new home where you'll have lots of new friends' - I'd like to end up at Princess Alexandra. The staff are so friendly and engaging with the 'guests' and in no way short tempered. The food is top quality and the atmosphere in the communal lounges is great. A retirement home at the top of it's game!