Testimonials
Our most recent feedback .........
We had a lovely overnight stay in a deluxe room (Raja). The room was spacious and clean with good amenities. We stayed for dinner, bed and breakfast. The service at dinner was a little slow but we were in no hurry and the food was beautifully presented and delicious. We particularly enjoyed the space dust truffles!! Again, the following morning breakfast service was a little slow but the food delicious.
Upon checking out we had to wait for a receptionist, but we weren't in a hurry and the receptionist was very apologetic. Ii would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to fellow travellers.
Trip Advisor Review 14th August 2010
We called The Bath Arms on the morning of our intended stay and were offered a really good 'late availability' price so we snapped it up - and we're so pleased we did!
After leaving Longleat (by car) we were at the hotel within 5 minutes. We were greeted with friendly smiles and made to feel very welcome immediately. There was a light-hearted feel to the place and all the staff which we really enjoyed. We were shown to our room, 'The Hummingbird' which whilst not large (but by no means tiny), was beautifully decorated with everything you could need for a comfortable stay - including an extremely comfortable bed and a beautiful view.
After drinks in the garden friends of ours joined us for dinner (bar menu) and everyone was impressed with their food. The staff couldn't have been more helpful or friendly.
It was a hot day and a fairly muggy night but with the window open and a nice breeze coming in we both slept very well and didn't hear a peep out of anyone else in the hotel during the night.
Breakfast was fantastic. We were the first people downstairs and were greeted by Danni (who had also been working the night before) who is just lovely! She made everything feel very relaxed and provided an excellent service.
Staying at The Bath Arms topped off a fantastic day at Longleat and was the start of another fantastic day at Monkey World and Durdle Door. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anybody and if we need to stay in the area again we will definitely be staying here! Thanks to all the staff (unfortunately don't know all the names) for a great stay!
Trip Advisor 10th July 2010
Our stay was wonderful. Even though many of the staff are young they are so efficient and good at their job. They are so lovely.
Guest comment card 11th July 2010
A wonderful stay, lovely room. Fantastic food and hard working staff.
Visitors book 30th June 2010
Excellent stay. Great food, great staff, lovely spot and real ale!
Visitors book 29th June 2010
Enjoyable business stay. Good food, friendly staff and a really comfortable bed.
17th June 2010
The lodge was fabulous. See you again soon!
Visitors book 7th June 2010
Enjoyed our stay very much, our grandchildren loved it!
Visitors book 3rd June 2010
My partner and I stay at the Bath Arms Hotel at Longleat this weekend; I feel it only appropriate to add this review as some of the reviews do not give the Hotel justice.
Our stay was FANTASTIC, were greeted by Jamie on Friday afternoon with a big smile, Jamie worked tirelessly all weekend and he continued to have that smile, he made our weekend very relaxing.
The food was excellent absolutely no complaints, the rooms all be it a bit quirky, were clean and very comfortable, the reception manager Michelle was very helpful giving us directions into Bath and recommending places to see.
We will defiantly use Hillbrooke Hotels again and we will return to the Bath Arms this year, thank you again
Trip advisor 1st June 2010
Met up with a friend who lived in the area, stayed at the hotel, and 'entertained' friends at dinner and lunch the following day. Had been there before it was done up and was very impressed with the changes. Arrived from London in time for drinks on the terrace in the garden before dinner. Immediately felt miles away from work and hectic life. Hotel has been done up with style and comfort in mind. We were in a twin room, which was very nice, though beds were in slightly strangely placed. But beds had lovely linen and were very comfortable. Thoughtful and spoiling touches in the rooms - teapigs teabags and gorgeous shampoos/body lotions etc. Also, had a look round all the other rooms and they were extremely nice. All in a different style. Would probably opt for rooms in the main building if chose, though the annexe was bang next door and very comfortable. Food was delicious and service excellent - everyone was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the hotel and the area. Godminster vodka is also worth a try - liked so much that I bought some to take away with me! Really enjoyed our visit and hope to return again this summer.
Trip Advisor 24th March 2010
Brillant. Can't fault at all. The quirckiness is superb, all the staff are friendly and eager to help and it really is an enjoyable stay thankyou.
Trip Advisor 19th March 2010
From start to finish the Bath Arms was a pleasant surprise. Our room (Little Sparrow) was a good size, and well decorated in an unusual and in my view very tasteful way. It contained a large comfortable bed, with beautiful bedding, bath robes, quality tea/coffee, bottled water, a small bottle of local alcoholic niceness, biscuits, great soaps/shampoos and a flat screen television with lots of channels.
The restaurant menu had variety and locally sourced meat and seasonal vegetables. We stayed for two nights, the menu didn't change which meant I could try other mouth watering dishes. I thought the food was exceptional. This continued at breakfast when one morning I had a excellent full English and the first morning poached eggs and smoked salmon.
The staff were friendly and directed us to good walks in the area. I also had a massage which was very good.
I had a very relaxing and enjoyable break at the Baths Arms and would very much like to return.
Trip Advisor 12th March 2010
Dear Sara, we have just returned from our family lunch in the marquee at The Bath Arms. It was a great success, the food was delicious, the staff attentive and the area just right for our needs.
Guest review 5th January 2010
I've never written a review on here before - but the Bath Arms was so good that it has prompted me to sign up and write this. The staff are excellent, lovely place, food, rooms etc. I would certainly recommend this!
Trip Advisor review 13th November 2009
A lovely place, great food, attentive staff and a stunning location
Visitors Book November 2009
Great find, loved the food, great themed rooms and the staff are very friendly
Visitors Book November 2009
Was a great night, loved the service and the food.
Visitors Book November 2009
Funky room, chilled atmosphere and delicious food
Visitors Book November 2009
A lovely place, great food, attentive staff and a stunning location
Visitors Book November 2009
What a fantastic stay. We will be passing this one on! Best recommendation will be that we will be back. Even had a tour of the kitchen.
Visitors Book October 2009
Great place to stay, we will be back soon
Visitors Book October 2009
The cider is fab. Great hotel.
Visitors Book September 2009
Fantastic Weekend, Staff lovely, Rooms fantastic, Food exquist. See you again, Many Thanks.
Visitors Book August 2009
Staff very friendly, service excellent. We enjoyed our stay very much. Will definately recommend.
Visitors Book August 2009
I had the most wonderful stay, thanks so much for arranging it all. The hotel is absolutely beautiful, dinner was delicious, our room at the top of the house fabulously comfy and quirky and the setting - just a short walk from longleat - is incredible! the staff were also particularly brilliant, and really made us feel at home.
Letter July 2009
Your staff at the Bath Arms are just fantastic, nothing is too much trouble for them. The food was superb and the accommodation is good, clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a quiet and idyllic location.
Letter July 2009
Thanks for making our wedding day so special, all our guests have commented on the quality of the food and the beautiful rooms. We will come again.
Visitors Book July 2009
Thank you so much, as promised, our stay was relaxing and everything we expected it to be. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, Thank you.
Letter June 2009
"Great Hog Roast"
Guest book June 2009
"Really nice and unusual"
Guest book June 2009
"Superb service at dinner. Very busy, friendly and excellent"
Guest book June 2009
"Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great pedicure and massages"
Guest book May 2009
"Very enjoyable, well thought out and spot on! We will definitely return"
Guest book May 2009
"We arrived and were greeted by a very kind and helpful Lucy who showed us to our room which was all ready, the room was amazing, we then came down to the main hotel and had a look around and we were both pleasantly surprised. The food was fantastic even better then some Michelin Star Restaurants. All in all one of the best weekend stays we have had, a big thank you to the staff especially Angus and Jamie!!! We will be back in September!"
Trip Advisor Review - March 2009
Other Guest Testimonials:
"Beautiful in every way, I wish we could have stayed longer." Feb 2009
"Absolutely fabulous time, cannot fault anything at all, a great place to be snowed in! We will be back." Feb 2009
"Absolutely fabulous stay, great food, great service, great ambience Thank you." March 2009
"Fabulous Hotel, loved The Lodge, amazing and friendly staff, I would totally recommend." March 2009
"'Bird in Hand' What a cosy little nest, sumptuous food and glorious weather a fantastic stay. Thank you so much for your hospitality." March 2009
"Wonderful stay, beautiful presented room, fantastic food, wonderful friendly service. Thank you." April 2009
"My boyfriend and I stayed here as a last minute 'The Eleventh Hour' before we spent the day at Longleat. It is the most beautiful place I've ever stayed at. I would recommend that you stay here if you have to travel any distance to visit Longleat. The food was really good too!" 9th June 2008
"Just returned from 2 nights at the Bath Arms for an anniversary weekend and have to say the Bath Arms is one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff were always helpful and polite. Our bedroom, the Oriental, was fabulously decorated with a huge ornate bed frame and the attention to detail in the room was amazing.
The food in the restaurant was lovely and I was particularly impressed when I asked about a vegetarian option as all items on the menu were meat/fish and I was told the chef would cook me anything I fancied.
I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special weekend away. Perfect for a Longleat weekend or a relaxing break." 12th May 2008
"The hotel is REALLY close to Longleat Safari Park so we had some lovely walks and spent a day at the Safari Park. So close we could even hear the Lions roaring at night!!
The best steak I've ever eaten and I've eaten a few in my time." November 2008
"All the staff have been lovely, a very warm welcome. We enjoyed our stay so much we cannot think of anything to complain about which is veryt unusual for us. Thank you so much, we will be back." November 2008
Magazines:
Shooting Gazette Hotel Guide 2007
"The restaurant makes a point of keeping things simple and does a good job of it too. Both dinner and breakfast are good and the ambience is certainly conducive to a good meal."
Sky Magazine July 2008
"The décor is eccentric British at its best, with homely quilts, elegant wood carvings and leopard-print throws."
Sunday Telegraph February 2008
"My room was heaven. Pub bedrooms, assorted sizes, with real panache: quirky, boldly coloured and full of character. Great people, great location and great bedrooms."
The Sunday Times February 2008
"There is an exuberance about the 15 bedrooms - think ornate sconces, exquisite marquetry, four-posters and roll-top baths. Every one is spacious, oddly shaped and aptly themed."
Country Living May 2008
"From the outside it looks every bit the country house hotel, but the interior is far from stuffy and old-fashioned. Each of the 15 bedrooms has a different feel, but all have an air of flamboyance.
This hotel has its feet very firmly on the ground. The public bar is popular with locals and the food is unpretentious, local and with an emphasis on traditional curing techniques." |