Hotels near Castlemorton Tump, Malvern

This Review is a little late from our visit over Sunday 1st / Monday 2nd September as we were awaiting the courtesy of a reponse from Management to critique and feedback we gave on departure. None received to date. We had been looking forward to spending our wedding anniversary at The Cottage in the Wood at a not inexpensive cost. This cost is accepted for a 4* hotel / 3AA Rosette Restaurant. The actuality was anything but ! Our ' Best Room ' had superb views; it was but adequate and practical but nothing special. And - no bathrobles! 4* ?? No option of a newspaper! 4* ?? On arrival early Sunday afternoon we were advised it was not viable to have a sandwich - only the full Sunday Lunch Menu was available. This was not wanted as we were dining in the Restaurant that evening. 4* ?? The same scenario ensued on Monday lunchtime. In fact, the Bar was closed; the Kitchen was closed; and the only available options were tea and coffee! 4* ?? Another guest was fretting as her medical condition required 'food'. I offered to take her to the local mini-market to obtain such ! How can a supposed 4* Hotel not provide its basic lounge menu over a Sunday, Monday (and we think possibly Tuesday) with bar services none existent over the day on Monday (possibly Tuesday). Surely this basic service is but an expected pre-requisite in a 4* Hotel. [ But - ' thank you ' Joanna for your ultimate input and action - appreciated. Oh, and by the way, your kindly intended gesture of a glass of champagne at our anniversary dinner never did materialise !! ] Had we been pre-advised on this scenario on booking, we would not have confirmed the reservation. Dinner on both evenings did not live up to its promised 3AA Rosette reputation - palatable but nothing special ( we do have fine dining comparisons to allow us this viewpoint). It must be said that the choice is too limited if you intend to eat more than one night in the Restaurant. Breakfast but a disappointment too. Both mornings it was generally overcooked - or more left to linger on the passe. To paraphrase Alex Polizzi's suggestion that the measure of a good breakfast kitchen is its poached eggs ... then mine certainly would not have passed muster. They could have been used for ping-pong balls. It was also alien (in a 4* hotel) to have no ' continental option ' nor even a croissant or pastry ! Overall - this was an extremely expensive and disappointing wedding anniversary experience. One to be forgotten.

Everything you want from a B&B and nothing you don't! After 15 years in the business, Liz & David know what they're doing. High standard of furnishing, cleanliness and lighting. Everything well thought through, including the large cubby hole in the shower so you can take more than one product in with you. As it was chilly, Liz thoughtfully brought up a plug in radiator which worked a treat. They both strike the right balance of friendliness and helpfulness without being overbearing. I brought a takeaway back both nights and plate and cutlery was provided without a fuss and much appreciated. Breakfast was yummy, fresh fruit and yogurt, followed by quality smoked salmon and gluten free bread provided without a fuss, Liz checking I didn't have any other dietary restrictions. It's a 25 minute walk uphill to town to burn off the breakfast, but downhill with any shopping. There are some less hilly walks around the commons nearby, and the ”village” centre has everything you need if you don't fancy a trek up the hill. Parking no problem around the corner and if I'd needed to charge my EV wouldn't have been a problem. Hopefully back later this year, Thanks!

We were I. A room on the top floor which have a great view. However the room was tired and desperately needs refurbishment. The room was also VERY warm - no heating was on but because the windows are (understandably) restricted in how wide they open there was limited cool air that could reach the room. This meant us having to sleep in a room with a temperature over 28’c which was unbearable.