Woodbury Castle, Woodbury, Exeter, EX5 1JJ, United Kingdom
#19 of 28 hotels in Exeter
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3422 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 May 2024
Donna
United KingdomThe restaurant was very noisy in the evening.
The location was very peaceful. Good choice for breakfast, which was included, staff were really happy and helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Larissa
United KingdomNeeds some updating though. Lots of peeling paintwork makes it look rather tired!! Bit too close to the golfers.
Location of the forest lodge was wonderful and the style and facilities great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Steven
United KingdomThe hotel itself is a little dated in places, the spa could do with either some outdoor space or windows to open as it was a very warm day and quite unpleasant with the warmth of the sun as well as the heat of the spa. Customer service could be better in the bar and restaurant. Waited over an hour and a half for food.
We stayed in one of the lodges which are excellent, clean and well equipped.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
David
United KingdomScrambled egg at breakfast looked like refried potato. Disappointing.
Room clean and bed comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Thomas
United KingdomN/a
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Susan
United Kingdomthe fact that my room looked over the public atrium and I had to keep the blinds closed
situated in the countryside and relatively quiet
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Karen
United KingdomThe room had no ventilation or windows to open and the aircon only lasted one hour along with a thick duvet (around a 10 tog) we were too stuffy and sweated at night and felt claustrophobic. At the restaurant for our evening meals we were overlooked both nights for the dessert and had to wait nearly an hour in between the main and dessert. It was busy but didn’t appreciate others being served first as we had booked early to avoid this.
It was set in beautiful surroundings with comfortable rooms
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Jenette
United KingdomThe food in the Pulse restaurant
The room, the staff and the spa.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Chris
United KingdomThe food offering could be more polished, service standards aren’t bad but could be worked in
The spa and leisure facilities are great and the main reason for my 2nd stay
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomEverything was fine
I enjoyed the whole experience
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Paul
United KingdomInternational room so no opening window and ac not running at its best , but once reception knew they put it to maintenance and hopefully fix for the next guest
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Anthony
United KingdomA little bit out of the way with some of the roads very narrow. Could make it challenging in winter.
Rooms were well laid out and equipped and generous in size. Restaurant was very good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomBoth bars were closed just after 21:30, too early even for midweek
Room, pool, and spa were great. Ate outside the hotel this time
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
David
United KingdomStaff seemed confused about some service availability
Golf dining better than hotel
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Sue
United KingdomShame I had to pay £20 for my granddaughter to have a quick swim. Also winter duvets too warm now.
As a lone guest felt very comfortable
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Daniel
United KingdomRoom was excellent, golf club bar and restaurant were really good for a casual evening meal and breakfast. Parking is great and spa facilities are really nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Lynda
United KingdomNothing,
Location was super. Beautiful views all around hotel. Welcoming receptionist, spacious clean room, very comfy bed. Hotel had a relaxing feel. Used the leisure facilities which were very good. Ate and drank in bistro/cafe on evening.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Sharon
United KingdomAll good
Reception, cafe staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Jenny
South AfricaTV programmes very limited.
Check in was friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good. Dinner was average. Golf club looked good but did not play. Parking very good.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Trevor
United KingdomVery close to Bicton Arena
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Lana
United KingdomI didn't realise this hotel was dog friendly. A previous " occupant"s dog had peed in the wardrobe, leaving a smell I'm VERY surprised housekeeping had not picked up on. We were offered a move and free drinks at dinner immediately however.
Lovely room, views over golf course. Fabulous spa facilities. Good attentive staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Tracey
United KingdomClean and comfortable
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Emily
United KingdomThe spa was shut on the Monday and the breakfast service was slow.
The room was lovely and brilliant value for money. The facilities were fantastic and staff were helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Fiona
United KingdomCashless! Fine when all is working, but the internet was down for several hours upon my arrival, so no one could get a drink or food. Staff extremely helpful however. It would also be helpful to have the reception number on the phone, and info that you have to use the room entry card to activate the lights.
Clean, spacious, extremely comfortable bed. Good location- I stayed there overnight en route home. Great to be able to use the pool and spa facilities.
Stayed in May 2024
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