Slightly greasy breakfast, not as hot as it should have been, but well presented.

Super old building with lots of history in a quiet spot. Close to Wem station and only 10 mins to Shrewsbury.

Stayed in April 2024

There's little to dislike at this place. Even the room cleaning lady would sneak in while I was having breakfast, to clean the room without me there. Her colleague from over the weekend didn't do that, however. What else should I dislike? That the toilet seat was made of wood, probably capable of holding people weighing 150kg/300lbs? That's a good thing. That they ask you nicely to leave your key when you go out, in case you come back late, so that they know who to expect to come? That's also a good thing.

It was my second time staying here. I visit the town because a friend lives there. Before my trip, I kept talking to him to plan ahead and find good places to go out to, like pubs. Since it's England, we thought we should find a place serving shepherd's pie. We both barely found a place in a nearby town, serving vegan shepherd's pie. We even asked them if they can make the original version, which contains mutton. They replied saying the menu will have changed by that time. I told this to the staff at The Rectory via direct messages, they confirmed that they haven't seen shepherd's pie around either, then the manager told me the chef will make the dish just for me and my friend! The same "hunt" happened regarding cottage pie (that one is made with beef) but the one pub we could find, serving vegan cottage pie in a nearby town, simply agreed to make us the non-vegan version. Back to The Rectory: Their chef made us portions that were about twice the size of the aforementioned cottage pie from the neighboring town. And it cost us much less than we expected, about half of what we thought we'd pay. We thought we could at least leave a tip for the favor, but no!

Stayed in April 2024

Restaurant only light bites at the time

Fabulous staff, lovely bar, restaurant only light bites at the time. Good breakfast

Stayed in April 2024

The hotel has really character. The staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Very clean and beautiful inside.

Stayed in April 2024

Extremely helpful staff and a very professional. Very relaxing wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful peaceful place, friendly helpful staff, comfy bed, delicious freshly cooked breakfast

Stayed in April 2024

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The gardens are lovely and you get a nice view from the orangery

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing to dislike

It’s such a relaxing hotel .The staff are so helpful and friendly.We didn’t need anything extra but i know if we had it would have been no trouble. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the Breakfast was superb with plenty of choices .We’ve already booked to return.

Stayed in March 2024

although I booked a single bed the room was very small with bed against the wall and being above the entrance was a bit noisy. would stay again though but another room

Happy Staff always a bonus after a long day traveling late at night. Nice property

Stayed in January 2024

No bar early on?

Love the area

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Excellent breakfast

Stayed in March 2024

Can't think of anything I didn't like

Staff couldn't do enough to make you welcome. Really friendly and polite. Accommodated me with an early breakfast as I had to leave for my work engagement. Room service meal was fast and piping hot. Food fabulous.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

The receptionist was exceptional very welcoming and friendly

Stayed in March 2024

This is a stylish hotel, with excellent, friendly amenable staff. The rooms are gorgeous, comfortable and well equipped and the breakfast was excellent. Second trip, not my last.

Stayed in February 2024

The floorboards in the rooms were really squeaky

Staff were extremely helpful, positioned in an ideal location close to the centre. Breakfast was lovely

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing to fault.

The most beautiful building with wonderful original features. An extremely clean and well maintained building. Kate welcomed us and throughout our stay couldn’t do enough to help us. She was wonderful. Just all the little touches - like fresh milk when we wanted it make all the difference. The breakfast was amazing and perfectly cooked as well. We would stay again in a heartbeat and would highly recommend. The value for money is amazing.

Stayed in February 2024

Our room was a bit cold

The staff really can't do enough to help! This is our second stay and we will definitely go back

Stayed in February 2024

Creaky floor, rusty bathroom fittings

Old style Hotel, quirky and charming and oh so peaceful.

Stayed in February 2024

Only a small gripe, very creeky floors in our room but probably to be expected in a property of this age. Would stay again.

Staff were lovely

Stayed in February 2024

No dislikes.

We have stayed before and we enjoy the atmosphere. This time we ordered room service and the food was exceptional as was breakfast.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

Lovely hotel. Excellent breakfast and great staff.

Stayed in January 2024

Everything was fine

The Old Rectory was very convenient for us. Everything was great. We received a warm welcome on arrival. The room was comfortable and classic in style which suited us well. We enjoyed a very comfortable night and were well catered for in the morning, Thankyou

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was as we’d expect if not better, will definitely be returning during the warmer months.

Lovely spacious room, comfortable bed, hot shower and lovely breakfast. The information pack in the room was very in-depth with everything about the location history, facilities and local knowledge including Dr’s, Dentist, pharmacy amongst others. Local pubs down the road, train station a steady 15 minutes walk with train into Shrewsbury a mere 15 minutes. A big mention to the hotel staff who were absolutely brilliant, very friendly and nothing was too much trouble.

Stayed in January 2024

Lovely breakfast with plenty of choice

Stayed in January 2024