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Reviews of The Bay Colwell

The Bay Colwell Fort Warden Road, Freshwater, PO39 0DA, United Kingdom

#21 of 37 hotels in Freshwater

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 609 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: 11 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The swimming pool wasn't working for most if the time

    Good location and nice staff

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2022

    7.0
    Lovely short stay that's value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of WiFi is such an easy win for future, and better coffee in the cafe would make it a money trap!

    Loved how clean and well thought out for families it was with the lodge setup, short beach walk, soft play and swimming pool.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The accomodation wasnt cleaned properly when we arrived, dirty towels in the shower room, pillows all stacked up together, no toilet rolls and no welcome basic cleaning items. The staff was really apologetic and gave me new towels, toilet rolls etc.

    The location was superb, nice and quiet living complex, really close to the beach with private access.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2022

    9.0
    Had a lovely stay and would like to come back would want the same bungalow
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Information on places to visit

    Everything good

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2022

    8.0
    great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    smell coming up in sink in bathroom and dripping kitchen tap

    everything you needed, very private

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2022

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The quality of the bed & mattress are really poor and need replacing asap . we could not sleep properly which isn’t great as you can’t rest enough to enjoy your day

    Location is great, size of the cottage is good & the hot tub was amazing.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hot tub did not heat up very well, water was always just lukewarm. The shower door was broken but we didn't really mind it as it still did its job.

    Loved the area where it was located. Very close to the Colwell beach. Loved their indoor pool with its natural lights. Our lodge was very tidy, aesthetically pleasing and it comes with basic needs like beddings and toiletries.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2022

    7.0
    Some things missing, but didn't ruin the trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The worst was the kitchen- no baking sheets or baking dishes, 2 burners on the hob didn't work, and the lids in the cupboard did not seem to match the pots. Strange lack of cooking knives, we only had a bread knife and a small paring knife available- not the best options when trying to carve a chicken or chop veg. We should probably have paid more attention at booking, but we were surprised to find no salt, pepper, coffee, tea, sugar etc. Understandable that they aren't there for hygiene reasons, but we were caught out when trying to cook our dinners. The lights in the sitting area flickered and the double bed was very very firm to the point we kept waking up feeling more tired. No wifi in the area of the bungalows, did not see mention in any of the literature that there might have been a pay service. There is wifi in the public spaces but we never used it, would have much preferred to have some option for wifi while we are in our room.

    Very cute bungalows, assigned parking spaces, comfortable sitting area, lovely amount of light and space in the rooms. staff met us after we arrived late and helped us find our bungalow when we got lost. Best part is the location, lovely area and access too the beach. The hot tub was a nice addition to sit in the evenings, and even though you are close to other rooms you have a lot of privacy.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are really uncomfortable. Mattresses are cheapest of the cheap, shower plug blocked and covered in grime. Tv kept switching itself off and is not a smart tv. Wifi is... ok not that caring about the wifi should be a priority 🤣

    Location is amazing..literally a 2minute walk to the beach. Right next to the massive conmunal green at colwell. Close to shops and.far enough off the beaten track for it to be quiet and peaceful. F the size of it, the facilities are ok.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2022

    8.0
    Great stay, very clean!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    At the check in was 4pm and check out was 9am.

    Very clean and loads of space!

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I booked for 3 adults and we got one double bed and two single beds. Single beds were way too small width wise just big enough for kids under 13 year olds. My son is an adult and did not sleep well. There was no locker in the main bedroom as mentioned in the booking. I was expecting full access to Wifi in the lodge but it was only available in the main office / restaurant area and we could not access work emails.

    Location was good and lodge was okay had some of the basic amenities. Has couple of supermarkets near by which is handy and some good restaurants too.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

    7.0
    Good value, good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Early facilities closing on Sunday. The weekend is really a prime time in leisure travel. Only one sofa in a family apartment for 4 which could have easily fitted 2, or even an extra armchair, so one person was always in the dining room seats.

    Good if not tight parking. Clean and well maintained hot tub and shared swimming pool. Proximity to Colwell Bay. Friendly atmosphere. Fab and well stocked kitchen area.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are just two things but it didn't spoil the holiday: firstly the double bed was too hard and the mattress wasn't comfortable. Secondly, a plug socket on the double bedroom by the mirror would have been useful.

    The bungalow was really lovely, well furnished and decorated. The location was excellent. We didn't have any contact with members of staff but the receptionists on arrival and departure were very pleasant.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2022

    8.0
    very nice location and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no recycle bins , couple of basic items needed repair

    very well presented , safe and secure for dogs , easy access to sea front , well equipped

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As we all know there is always room to improve.

    Nice Staff and cosy place.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi wouldnt connect (poor wifi)

    Location, Staff friendly.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2022

    9.0
    Loved it and would return again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot tubs could do with replacing. Bathroom in pet friendly lodge wasn’t great and they were digging up our front garden.

    Great location by the beach and nice decor lodge.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is a nightmare!! Very short staffed and the rooms were not clean what so ever, had to buy antibac from the local shop and sweep and mop floors ourselves.

    Great location and we had a lovely time. Short walk to the beach and local pub and restaurant's. .

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights

    wifi reception in cottages

    Pool, closes to The Hut, clean rooms

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed is not firm for me. Toilet sink is too high. But overall we love it.

    Clean and nice accommodation. Good value.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not applicable

    Not applicable

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really enjoyed our little get away, bed was pretty hard (my other half wasn't a fan) but other then that it was perfect

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2022

    9.0
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom door didn't shut properly

    Was great, space was huge and clean - everything was easy to find and use

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2021

    9.0
    Heavenly!
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Loved this place, gorgeous contemporary decor, very clean and quiet - Everything you could possibly need provided, short walk to stunning beach and crystal clear water. Nice touch of handy welcome pack. Friendly staff. Had such a wonderful stay.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2021

    7.0
    great place - great location, would return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 6 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights

    bed was extremley uncomfortable but its a matter of preference i suppose. the kitchen was extremley nice as was the bathroom. there were a few niggles but i definitely return,

    the distance from the beach 2/3 minutes and it really was. The pool area was lovely. the staff in the bar area and check in were extremley friendly. there are a lot of restaurants in the near area and they deliver

    Stayed in September 2021

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