Grafton Manor Hotel

Good value nice surroundings

What a great 1 night stay. Everything about it was top-notch; the service, the food, the grounds, the accommodation. The menu is changed regularly, and includes only in-season produce. The staff were so friendly, professional and helpful.

The welcome is amazing. The Manor looks amazing as you drive up the drive way. The food was outstanding and my room is in keeping with the Manor. I love the olde world feel and its so relaxing. Other reviews slate old plumbing but I much prefer the character and feel of Grafton Manor than a clinical boring travel lodge. The grounds are beautiful and I woke up to the sun shining through the huge windows. After a stressful week at work it was amazing to wake up stress free in the comfy bed and an amazing room with character.

Grafton Manor was a last minute booking to break up our journey to Cornwall. Ignore the negative reviews, if people can't say anything nice, then they shouldn't say anything at all. So glad the hotel popped up on our search. Yes it is an old building, yes it is in need of a little TLC in places. But my goodness the character of the hotel is fabulous. Mia and Katy were so friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. When we checked out Katy told us we were welcome to have a walk around the grounds. To our surprise Katy had made her way to the Chapel to open the door for us. Katy was so enthusiastic when she was telling us about the history of the hotel and the current owners. She is a definite asset to the team. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

We checked in and the receptionist was pleasant and welcoming. Although while stood in reception we noticed it was grubby and needed a lick of paint a while back. We were assigned the music room and as we made our way upstairs, the grubby paintwork, carpet stains and general run down feel became even more apparent. Yes it’s an old building, but old buildings should be maintained, cleaned and painted too. We went into the room and there were cup stains on the furniture, and the toilet had the last guests **********s around the rim. That was it we checked out and asked for a full refund. The receptionist offered us an alternative room and was very polite as we were. We declined and left. It could be a lovely venue after a good clean and decorate. But not today.

Came here for a 4 day conference and I genuinely couldn't fault anything. From the Tuesday to the Friday, the staff were amazing and couldn't do enough for us from Kate with the superb breakfast service to Nick with lunch and dinner service. Both were extremely professional and very friendly. The food was all homemade and absolutely delicious, some of the best I have tasted in a hotel. I sometimes struggle to sleep in hotel beds but I had 3 great night sleeps. Rooms are huge and in keeping with the age of the hotel. I will definitely be coming here again.

10 years on, heading back to @grafton.manor to relive one of the happiest days of my life was a blessing (we had our wedding here). The venue has the vibe of Bridgerton and Jane Eyre. There are some areas that need a bit of tlc but it’s an old characteristic estate, which I love. They have beautiful grounds onsite or around to stretch your legs. The best part was/is their food. Even now, the quality hasn't changed and if I worked for a food guide starting with M, I would have given them a star. Service is impeccable and they use seasonal produce. Til this day, I still tease my FIL about how we fought over the cheesecake at the wedding breakfast (FIL ate it). Finally, after ten years I was able to order the cheesecake and not have to share it. (Christmas pudding cheesecake with mulled wine syrup - I really wanted to lick the plate!). For a night stay (including breakfast) and 3 course dinner (from a la carte menu) with a glass of wine for 2 people was just under £230. To me it was a lovely way to walk down memory lane.

Grand old house,great hotel.The drive through the grounds on entry are impressive as is the entrance! Our room was one of the most comfortable we have had. Dinner was had and was top class ,breakfast was also had and was really good! Would rate this hotel highly!!

excellent hotel ,lovely period building in its own grounds! Attentive staff,good food. A most comfortable bed !