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17 years ago
Really chilled, stylish place in fab location. Great views of the valley behind. Walk straight into the forest. Fab breakfasts as well!
Symonds Yat Rock Lodge
Hillersland
Coleford GL16 7NY
United Kingdom
01594 836191
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Loved this place. The people taking care of it are very friendly. Breakfast was a treat. And a…read morenice location for a hike up the mountain just outside the door.
Such a wonderful experience!…read more Although the food and setting was gorgeous, service felt unpretentious and wonderfully paced. The soundtrack for the afternoon was likewise; I think I expected some form of ambient trance and, this is not a joke, "Down in New Orleans" from Disney's "Princess and the Frog" played during our appetizer course (we thought this was hilarious and awesome). With regard to drinks, the seasonal Sorrel Daiquiri was my friend's favorite and the wine selection was very interesting with lots of English and Welsh options. I ordered off of the vegetarian menu and I didn't miss meat for a heartbeat--and, as a bonus, they grow, harvest, and serve a number of vegetables from their own property. It can feel like a financial investment, and it's certainly out of the way, but well worth it.
Stayed here in October 2015 with my husband as a special treat. He grew up in the area and had…read morewanted to return to try it - glad we did! A very warm welcome awaited us, and we were shown to our room where freshly-baked warm Welshcakes awaited us. I took a leisurely bath and got ready for our tasting menu dinner. The food was phenomenal - having eaten shortly beforehand at Tom Kitchin's in Edinburgh, aspects of this meal were even better. The canapes, the cocktails, the bread, the nice touch of the nettle macaron to send you off to bed - all amazing. The service was really exceptional, really fantastic. They were also happy to accommodate my dietary requirements and substitute dishes, which was great. The only downside to dinner was that the chef patron walked out of the kitchen and straight past us (and then back to kitchen) without greeting any of the diners - seemed a bit odd when he wasn't really that busy and there were only 4 of us. It didn't mar our enjoyment of the meal, but would have been an "icing on the cake" touch. The chap who was in charge of service was really brilliant - his recommendations were spot-on. The dining room is very small, only one other couple were dining at the same time of us - the atmosphere was a little weird as they appeared to have fallen out before dinner! But we had a great time, despite my partner having a terrible cold. We had a great night's sleep in the comfortable bed, and then breakfast next morning was another culinary triumph. I can't wait to go back soon!
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We stayed at The White House the night before a large walk. This is a family run B&B which sleeps…read moreabout 8 people. The owners were really friendly and helpful. The rooms were en suite and they were exceptionally clean. There was standard tea and coffee making facilities available! The breakfast in the morning was fantastic. A good selection of available choices with extras such as fruit salad, cereal etc. thrown in at no extra cost. Overall, I thought this place was great. If i was going back to this area, I would definitely consider staying here again.
Clean room, polite staff, and quirky local golf loving characters in the bar that are a blast to…read morelisten too. (If you can understand them) Especially enjoyed their rant on "yanks". Haha, all harmless banter which made me smile. Enjoyable experience and I will most likely stay here again next time I'm in the forest.
View of Golf Course from Captains Suite.
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I have stayed at Wye Rapids a few times now and every time is better than the last. Comfy, clean…read morewith all the amenities you can ask for (including an amazing wood burning stove to keep you warm). If you want a relaxing few days away from the hustle and bustle, this location is perfect. You can cycle, walk or hire a canoe to venture out onto the fierce rapids or just take the boat across the river and settle down in the Saracens Head Pub with a local brewed beer and a bag of crisps. Beautiful scenery and forest walks, great pubs nearby and lots of peace and quiet. Check the website for availability.
Visit 13/6/2021 I…read morethink I had to go with OK. We sat inside, but was given the option for outside, but it was too bright and hot. Be aware that the drive up to the car park is quite steep, and coming down the underside of the front of my car scraped on the tarmac. The food was fine: 2 x Lager Shandy - £3.55 each 1 x bottle of Pino Grigio - £14.50 Starters - Mushrooms - £5.50 (question value give the portion) Whitebait - £5.95 (EXCELLENT PORTION) Mains - 2 x Roast Pork Sunday Lunches - £11.95 each Lots of vegetables on a separate dish - carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, and cabbage; perfectly cooked. Also on the plate was roast potatoes, stuffing and a parsnip. The crackling was perfect and so was the pork. Sweet - Sticky toffee pudding with ice cream - £5.00 (Average to good, reasonable price). Total £61.95. Left a tip of £3.00 and reflected the service, as that amount wasn't a compliment. Would I return? No. The service was quite slow, and difficult to get their attention. We could have done with some salt for the vegetables, but it wasn't offered. I mentioned it at the end of the meal, and was told I could have asked, but if I can't get their attention.... There was no table check, which would have helped with the above. My wife sat on an old pew-like bench, which she found uncomfortable. I then noticed in the corner of the bench there were cobwebs. Not something my wife needed pointing out, as she scared of spiders. The table was sticky and I used serviettes to rest my arm on. Difficult to know why, as I noticed the table being cleaned close to me. I can only guess that cleaning agent used, reacts with either wood, or table veneer. Seems to allow dogs in the restaurant, not a problem to me, who doesn't like dogs. Just in case others have any issues.
The review is for the restaurant, not for the hotel. We came and ate dinner here and are staying at…read morea bed-and-breakfast down the road. This place is right off the main (very narrow winding country) Road. The view from outside to the left is a beautiful hill and trees, dotted with happy sheep and to the right is an old castle. (View is exactly what you're looking for if you're visiting the south England countryside, breathtaking if that wasn't clear. The service was charming and friendly and casual although the restaurant could be romantic or family friendly depending on who your with. The ambience goes both ways. It is an old coach house dating about 300 years with a lot of modern amenities. Very charming and cozy. Food is excellent in our opinion. We've been traveling from London through the countryside for a few weeks. We got the steak and ale pie, Beef lasagna and several children's meals. Everyone was very happy with their selection. I want to add we have some picky customers here. One of the party is very conscientious of organic clean food and can discern taste between fake and real, and there are three children- that's self-explanatory! The children drank some squash and sparkling lemonade's and we all stuffed ourselves and agreed it was the best meal we've had since starting our tour of the countryside.
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An incredible spot in an area called the Forest of Dean, with ancient trees, mysterious stones…read more(with their own legends not too different from Stonehenge), and all kinds of folklore. The trail through the forest is truly magical, with fairy doors hiding amid the roots of old trees, round houses, and a lovely tearoom with delicious delicacies. What a find this was...and one that apparently few outside of England know about. This is not to be missed if you are one who prefers to experience the wonders of nature, archaeology, and legend.
This place was great! Clean, friendly, and beautiful! Owners is super nice and makes an awesome…read morebreakfast. He sticks to a strict time schedule so don't be late! The grounds are beautiful. I love the English countryside. It was right down the street to the festival we went to (The Shakedown). A wonderful quiet place to relax surrounded by farms.
A classic bed and breakfast with a big emphasis on the breakfast! The rooms are clean and the staff…read moreis ultra (almost spooky) friendly. I mean that with good intentions. The breakfast really shines at this place. They're kind of particular when you show up for breakfast, each room has a specific breakfast time, and if you don't show they'll be pretty upset with you. But if you do show..... my lord is it amazing! Not a run of the mill bang it out style breakfast, this is the closest you can get to an English home made breakfast away from home! Not to mention the surrounding areas are very beautiful. If you're staying in the area this is your jam.
Absolute gem of a B&B. Warm, clean, welcoming and with lovely rooms. Better beds than the Celtic…read moreManor. Noelle cooks a great breakfast as well. It is a bit hard to find however - you have to drive along a couple of quite narrow lanes but that does mean it is quiet, and still only 15 minutes from Newports business parks.
Brilliant, quiet country location with warm welcome from our host. The rooms were very clean and…read morecomfortable. Good pub with home cooked food on the menu just a 5 minute walk away. I would definitely stay here again!
As far as quaint historic hotels go, this one is a charmer. We were there during some…read moreextraordinarily sunny days, rare for Wales, so it was a little warm, but the rooms were spacious and tidy. The staff is friendly and helpful, and you have several dining options on the property. Breakfast is plentiful and relaxed overlooking the greens, and it's a nice getaway location for multiple occasions. You can get here by bus if you want to walk a lot, but it's advisable to have a car. Golfing is the main event here if you're not getting married (or combine for a double-pop). We had a nice stroll around the entire walking route (you can finish it in an hour), and overall we enjoyed our stay. We'll hope to return next time in town.
This particular hotel benefits from an atmosphere of peaceful relaxation. Each room seems to…read moreprovide a view of the surrounding countryside. The view from our room of the 18th hole of one of the site's two golf courses was very much appreciated, in addition to the view of the River Severn and the Severn Bridge. The room was spacious and quiet. In addition to the comfortable double bed we were provided with ample lighting, a large desk, a chest of drawers, side table (unfortunately found to be quite dusty), comfortable armchair placed to take advantage of the view (which I took full advantage of, relaxing with a book and a coffee first thing in the morning after my swim), several large and clean mirrors, and a bedside table each. The wardrobe with sliding doors contained several hangars, instructions on how to obtain dry cleaning services, an iron and board, a large electric fan, and a good-quality hairdryer. Above the chest of drawers and facing the bed was the large flat screen television, upon which a range of options were available (including the opportunity to purchase recently-released films). We were provided with a selection of tea and coffee in our room, along with a small but clean kettle. At one portion of each item per-guest we felt that we could have been spared having to contact reception in order obtain more. The bathroom provided high-quality facilities above the level of essential. So many hotels no longer have bathtubs, so the opportunity to enjoy a soak was very much appreciated. However, I cannot help but mention that a used bottle of complimentary body lotion was found behind the shower curtain. As neither of us are accustomed to feather pillows and prefer the support of a foam pillow. A quick call to reception and we had a couple of decent foam pillows sent up. The soft and spacious double bed, the comfortable temperature of the room, and the tranquillity of the surroundings made for a wholly restful night. The pool, although relatively small, was perfectly adequate for a few laps before breakfast. Both the sauna and steam room were clean and spacious. Although I didn't pay it a visit, the gym appeared to have plenty of modern equipment on offer in a pleasant atmosphere. The changing rooms were clean and provided secure digital lock mechanisms on spacious lockers, hairdryers, ample space in which to change and private facilities, and complementary toiletries. The breakfast buffet was fantastic in terms of the availability and quality of items. There is something to suit a great many tastes here and the staff seem only too happy to accommodate any special requests. I made the mistake of leaving behind a treasured jacket and was very pleased to find the facilities team had located it and dispatched it in the post to my home address.
I booked here in an emergency after incorrectly booking another hotel on different dates so I…read moredidn't seek it out per se, however, it is a very nice hotek with all that you'd expect. The downsides were: Demanding a swipe of your credit card before signing in even though my company pays. This is a pet hate of mine. The food, although very pretty, was expensive and tiny in the restaurant if you need to walk anywhere, which I did, there are no footpaths outside the hotel leading to the nearest major road. I had to walk in the road or on the wet grass, neither very satisfactory will dragging a wheelie case. The remote for the telly didn't turn it on, just off. The wifi in the room was almost non existent. Other than that fine :-)
The park way is Cwmbran's premier hotel. It's facilities include a Gymnasium, Conference rooms, a…read morereally nice small sized pool and spa (done out in a Romanesque style), a restaurant, and free parking. The hotel residents get to use the spa facilities for free, but non members can sign up to the gym with membership fees. Its nice to just visit for a quiet drink in the lounge bar, where they have regular live singing on weekends, and other entertainment. The have an open log fire and very comfortable seating. The staff a quite friendly and helpful. The hotel hosts quite a few parties and events at Christmas time.
OK so what a lovely quaint old English Pub and Hotel. The people are super nice and friendly, the…read moreatmosphere was excellent and pricing was also excellent. I would give them a five but they do need to do some painting and lots of updating in the rooms. The rooms were clean but need more power plugs, a new splash of paint, definitely new bathrooms with a new look, and they would do well to have split air conditioning in each of the rooms. The corridors could do with new paint, better lighting and new carpets of tiled flooring. Improvements would also allow them to up the price of the rooms. I do understand that you don't want to lose the old quaintness but you still need to stay with the clientele. I would definitely stay here again but they do need those updates, and it would certainly warrant a higher price.
Lovely local pub and brasserie. The lounge offers cosy sofas, a warm fire and great value meals…read more Even the light bites at lunch time are real boot fillers... The newly refurbished brasserie is light, airy, modern and attractive. Another great place to eat in a county that's spoilt for choice.
Since this pub has been redecorated, it is so welcoming! It's actually quite a trendy place now,…read morewith wooden floors and comfy seating. The hotel rooms aren't great - but they are passable, and they don't claim to be high quality, so I guess it is what you would expect from a railway station hotel. There is a fairly varied menu on offer here and the prices are very reasonable. Best to avoid on a Friday and Saturday night though - unless you like extremely loud music and drunk people. Visit during the day or early evening.
Good selection of a la carte menu items as well as the early bird menu served weekdays 5pm 7pm…read more which is 3 courses for £9.99. Be prepared to be patient during this busier period as it can get hectic but the food is worth the wait! Also if you visit in summer you will be treated to the best selection of hanging baskets I have ever seen outside of the Chelsea flower show!
we had the early bird 3 course meal for £9.95 which was excellent value for money. The food was…read moregood and the portions generous. The early bird is served Mon to Sat 5 til 7 pm. The pub itself is a traditional old pub and the outside area at the front of the pub had numerous flowers in pots and hanging baskets which looked amazing. All in all a very enjoyable evening.
Disreputable Hotel. Made a reservation 5 months before our stay which they Cancelled 2 weeks prior…read moreto the stay. Offered no other accommodation for the situation which was during the busy summer season. We were leaving for UK within days which leaves us scrambling and doing it all while we should be seeing London. There are numerous boutique hotels in this area. Try ANY of these first.
Wonderful, comfortable, intimate country house hotel. The restaurant is expensive but everything it…read moreshould be - my standards are very very sensitive to what I'm paying, and even given the size of the bill, no one puts a foot wrong. Rooms are not huge but beautifully decorated. Only downside of our last visit was that my husband wasn't that impressed with the continental breakfast, but the silly boy should just have had the full English, which was wonderful. Check the website for good value weekend deals.