Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa

AVOID- caused bad foot poisoning My stay at this hotel back in March 2025 was very disappointing, followed a series of issues that ruined the overall experience. The spa facilities were notably dirty, with unsanitary conditions and several key amenities, such as the sauna and jets, being non-operational. The dining experience was equally disheartening. The restaurant's food quality was shockingly poor, failing to justify its expensive prices. Wl me e were initially informed by multiple staff members, including the front desk and a waitress, about a £35 dinner voucher per person. This promise influenced our menu selections, only to be rescinded upon payment, leading to considerable frustration and a breach of trust. The situation escalated further when both my partner and I suffered severe food poisoning shortly after dinner. This not only ruined our evening but also cast a pall over the entire weekend. During checkout, I overheard other guests voicing similar complaints about the misleading voucher situation, highlighting a systemic problem of unprofessionalism. The hotel staff's dismissive and rude handling of these issues. They took my contact details saying they will investigate but failed to follow up on my complaint, further compounded my dissatisfaction. I strongly advise potential guests to listen to the negative reviews and avoid this establishment unless they are prepared for disappointment and financial loss.

Restaurant was already fully booked even for guests staying overnight. Guest should have priority partially when the hotel is in a rural location. Generally, staff were not as attentive or polite as when I've stayed before. Took 3 days for a VAT receipt and three phone calls. Breakfast DIY tea was down market and not in teapots. Run out of bread for toast that's poor for price point paid. Plumbing extremely noisy in adjacent room with loud screeching I assume when taps turned on? Gym and spa very good. Staff there were very polite and helpful. I always stay in hotels with spa facilities when on business but will give Eastwell a miss next visit to Kent.

Not great customer service. Not value for money. Had a lovely cream tea. After that it was pretty average considering the price you pay per night. You wait a long time to get served and a long time to get drinks. Breakfast was under staffed and very frustrating to watch bad service. Little things like having bowls available and keeping the breakfast buffet well stocked was a problem.