Oddfellows on the Park

I discovered this hidden gem by accident. I had almost given up on finding a hotel that was close enough to the airport as well as to local shopping and had ac. There are only two things I have a problem with in regards to this place. Please note there is not an elevator or lift as the UK states. The other draw back is there is no way to shield the light in the bathroom area. It is hard to describe. There is a beautiful glass door to the right and left in the bath area with a sink in the middle of the space. If one has to get up to use the facilities the light being turned on glares in the face of the other one in bed. One other note is to be careful when closing the glass door. When I closed the door, my finger got closed in the door and it actually cut my finger below the cuticle. After 3 days, my finger is blue and sore. While the hotel is directly under the local airport's flight pattern, we never heard planes unless we were outside. The grounds are astounding as is the building itself. Make sure to check out the artwork throughout the place. If you like hidden staircases, watch out. The place appears to be kid friendly. There is a fabulous playground adjacent to the property. Make sure to purchase duck food for the locals. The bar, while somewhat limited in its offerings, was suitable for us. As to cost, the prices were comparable if not better than other bars/pubs we have visited.. We did not dine in the restaurant, but from what I say, the food looked amazing. The young man working reception was so very nice to help with our luggage as well as anything else we may have needed. The young ladies working in the bar were also very nice. In fact, they were so embarrassed by my asking to take their photo. They said no one had ever asked to take their photo.

Superb location in the middle of a beautiful park. Very hungry and friendly ducks nearby (food for sale at reception!) Bedroom was interesting and comfortable with park views out of both windows. Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Breakfast selection was limited but very tasty and excellent quality. Chef really seemed to care even about breakfast which bodes well for other meals there. Very recommended.

The room was clean and really comfy. The decor was quirky with a fantastic bathroom. The staff during the day were great, at evening on our return not so much, but it was midnight on a Saturday night. The breakfast was lovely with an option for all. My only downside was the lack of parking at the property. Not a great deal of spaces. Overall a great little find

Cons: Hardly any parking. 5 min walk to pay and display parking. Dirty rooms. Mould in shower, all in the tray, grout, screen. Mould on ceiling. Hair in the bath. Bloodline stains on the blinds. Dusty heated towel rail. No robes. Only 1 bath towel and 1 hand towel each. Noisy heating/air con. Lumpy pillows. Mattress too firm. No instructions to use the phone or coffee machine. Breakfast closes earlier than advertised so missed out. Can hear flushes of other peoples to I’ll eye through the night in the Kendal suite. Right under the flight path so planes from 6am. Pros: Jake in the restaurant was polite and professional.

The image on ******* showed a bath tub in the room hence why i booked a more expensive room, but when i arrived this was not the room shown in the image.

A hidden gem. The staff are amazing. The hotel and rooms are out of this world. Great food. Lovely ambeince. Set in parkland too and only minutes from a heap of great restaurants and pubs. Too banana!

Good quality hotel in stunning location within a quiet park. Heating seemed to be a problem across the whole hotel this time - and whilst the team tried to help, it did not really improve for us.

Really beautiful boutique hotel. The staff are lovely. The food is great and the rooms are great