voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel
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Summary of reviewsvoco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is a hidden gem, located in a stunning countryside setting with great facilities nearby. While the location is remote and on a hill, it is still convenient for exploring the local area. The breakfast, food and staff at the hotel are highly rated with some opportunities for improvement. The rooms are generally comfortable and clean, although some may need updating. The cleanliness of the property is mixed with some areas needing further attention. The hotel staff are described as friendly and helpful, although there were a few negative comments about certain staff members. The spa, gym and pool facilities are mixed with some praised and others needing improvement. The hotel offers good parking facilities and is family-friendly, although noise from children may be an issue. The beds are generally comfortable, although there are some negative comments. While some guests felt that the hotel did not meet the expected four-star standards, others appreciated the charm and luxury of the hotel.
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Lythe Hill Hotel offers a newly refurbished spa that serves as a peaceful retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation. Located on 22 acres of countryside, the spa features a state-of-the-art health club and fitness center as well as tranquil communal areas and treatment rooms. There is also a relaxation terrace that overlooks the Surrey Hills. The spa offers a variety of treatments, including facials, body massages, and nail treatments, to suit the needs and preferences of all visitors. The team at the spa strives to make every experience as enjoyable and relaxing as possible.
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voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is a hidden gem in the South, located in an idyllic countryside setting with stunning views. The hotel is a great base for those who love hiking and exploring the local area with lovely walks and great facilities nearby. Despite being a remote location, it is close to Farnham and just a short drive from the main high street. The location is excellent and convenient. The hotel is perfect for those who want to relax with a lovely opportunity to enjoy the spa and pool while admiring the beautiful surroundings. The only downside is that the location is on a hill, making it difficult for those with mobility issues. However, the hotel makes provisions for this with ramps. Overall, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is an excellent all-round location, perfect for a wedding, visiting the delights of the South Downs or just simply relaxing in a beautiful setting.
The breakfast at the voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is highly praised by guests with many describing it as outstanding, excellent and the best hotel breakfast. The breakfast offers a good range of food with plenty of options to choose from, accommodating dietary requirements and offering flexible choices. The food is fresh, delicious and cooked to perfection with some guests raving about the poached eggs and pastries. However, a few guests did experience some issues with their breakfast, including hair in the food and powdered scrambled eggs and some found the breakfast to be average or lacking premium quality. Despite this, the majority of guests enjoyed the breakfast and the service from the breakfast staff was highly appreciated. Additionally, the restaurant at the hotel offers wonderful food for breakfast, lunch and dinner with the evening restaurant food receiving particular praise for its taste. Overall, the breakfast and food at the voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel are highly rated, although, there are a few opportunities for improvement.
The voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel offers a wonderful dining experience with their fabulous pizzaria and attractive restaurant. While some guests experienced mixed up rooms upon arrival and missed evening meals due to long waits, the evening meal was described as superb and excellent by others. Guests were impressed by the restaurant food and staff with great food and first class service. The sizes of the meal at dinner were noted to be cordon bleu size and while some meat and fish dishes were cooked just right, others were noted to be undercooked, such as the salmon. Despite some inconsistencies in the dishes, everything was described as absolutely delicious, including the desserts. Guests who ate at the hotel restaurant enjoyed a range of dishes such as burgers and duck for dinner and had a nice breakfast and afternoon tea the following day. Overall, the food at the voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is good with some highlights and minor drawbacks depending on the individual experience.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel offers a range of room types, including newly refurbished family rooms that are beautifully designed, spacious and modern. Guests can expect comfortable and quiet rooms with lovely modern facilities including clean and beautiful bathrooms. However, some guests mentioned that certain rooms need updating, as carpets are old and dirty and walls are paper-thin. The Tudor Rooms are a highlight with the exposed beams adding to their beauty. Some rooms are quite small, while others are larger and nicely appointed. Some guests also mentioned missing amenities such as soap, toilet brushes and dressing gowns. Despite a few minor issues here and there, the majority of guests enjoyed their stay in comfortable and clean rooms with fantastic views.
Guests at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel have nothing but good things to say about the beds in the rooms. Most of them describe the beds as spacious and modern with some even calling them “heerlijk” (Dutch for “delicious”) and “lovely”. From queens size to super king sized, the beds are generally agreed to be comfortable with good quality linen and towels provided in the rooms. However, there are a few negative reviews of the beds with guests describing them as “extremely uncomfortable” or “rock hard”. Additionally, some guests reported issues with the bedding and pillows with one mentioning that the second bed in their room was not made up. Overall, the beds at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel are up to standard and will provide an adequate and comfortable night’s sleep.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel has mixed reviews on the cleanliness of the property. Some guests have raved about how modern and clean their rooms were with luxurious bathrooms that were spotlessly clean. The spa facilities were also praised for their cleanliness with guests feeling refreshed after their visit. However, there have been some negative comments about the cleanliness of the communal areas with cobwebs, peeling paintwork and floors that were not hoovered. The changing rooms and restaurant toilets were also mentioned as not being properly cleaned. Some guests had issues with mould in their rooms or in the spa and others mentioned dirty showers or pool areas. Despite some negative comments, other guests have said that their rooms were very clean with staff keeping the property impeccable with minimal disturbance. Overall, it seems that while some areas of voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel could do with a deep clean or refresh, most guests did enjoy a very clean stay.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel boasts excellent staff who are described as friendly with a smile and a helpful attitude. Guests were impressed with the hotel's staff overall with some noting that they were super helpful when not over-loaded. However, there were a few negative comments, including some reception staff being unhelpful or disinterested and complaints about one restaurant staff member who was passive-aggressive and curt. Some reviewers also mentioned issues with delayed check-ins and poor security. But for the most part, guests appreciated the polite and friendly service they received with many praising individual staff members for their professionalism and helpfulness.
The voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel boasts a spa that opens at 7 am and offers a lovely pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. However, some guests found the facility to be a little run down and in need of some refurbishment. The changing rooms were cold and wet and some showers were out of order. Additionally, some guests were disappointed that they couldn't book a treatment during their stay, even after phoning ahead. Despite these setbacks, some guests enjoyed their time at the quiet and relaxing spa, while others found it to be crowded with children. The spa is also open to the public, so it may be noisy and busy at times. The pool was described as small but lovely and the hot tub was sometimes luke warm. All in all, guests are divided about the spa facilities with some recommending it and others suggesting improvements.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel offers guests plenty of opportunities to stay fit and active during their stay with their modern and spacious gym. However, it's important to note that some guests have reported the gym being shut for refurbishment or out of use without prior notice. Overall, the facilities are great with a large gym, along with access to a pool, steam room and sauna. It's reassuring to know that there are spa and gym facilities on site for those who enjoy a workout, as it's an added bonus to a relaxing stay at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel. Keep in mind that the gym may have limited hours of operation with facilities closing as early as 8 pm. While there have been a few negative reviews stating that the gym is small and poorly equipped, most reviews have been positive, highlighting the gym's modern and updated equipment.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel boasts a brilliant pool that is good for a nice swim. Although some guests have complained about it being a bit too cold, the spa pool is lovely and superb. The pool area also includes a sauna and steam room, making for a relaxing experience. However, the pool itself is quite small and some guests have mentioned the Jacuzzi being too cold to enjoy. You might want to note that children are only allowed in the pool at specific times, but the good news is there is free use of the pool. Facilities do close early, though, so be aware of the closing times. Those who have visited before have noticed a slight decline in the cleanliness of the pool area, but overall, guests love spending time in the lovely and calm pool area.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel boasts of an ideal location and plenty of convenient parking facilities. You'll find ample parking space available and even an overflow car park further down. The parking is good and free parking is close to the rooms. However, it's a shame that the hotel doesn't offer an electric car charging point yet. We found it bizarre that the hotel claims not to see who's paid on the website. Overall, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel offers good parking facilities.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is a great family-friendly option thanks to its newly refurbished family rooms that are suitable for large parties. However, some guests have reported noise from young kids in rooms above. The swimming pool is a bit tight for kids to enjoy but the hotel's spa area is frequented by families with children. The location is convenient for those visiting family in the area and large rooms can accommodate families of four. However, guests with pushchairs and lots of luggage may find it difficult to maneuver through the hotel. It's still a great spot for a family getaway, though guests have expressed disappointment that children can only access the pool between limited hours. For those seeking relaxation away from the kids, there are plenty of opportunities at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is a lovely spot to use as a base for exploring the area, but some guests were disappointed with the quality and facilities of the hotel. Although advertised as a four star hotel, some guests felt that the hotel did not meet the expected standards with some rating their stay as low as a 3 out of 10. Some guests mentioned that the hotel needed further investment to improve the amenities to meet the four star standard. A few guests also noted issues with cleanliness and the functionality of some of the facilities. However, some guests did enjoy their stay and appreciated the charm of the hotel with some mentioning the powerful showers. Others noted the lack of bathrobes and slippers and a shortage of dessert spoons, which they felt was unexpected for a four star hotel.
voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel offers understated elegance and beautiful architecture, providing a lovely spot as a base to explore the surrounding area. However, despite positioning itself as a luxury spa hotel, some guests may find it quite expensive and not up to the 4-star standards they were expecting. On the other hand, for those celebrating a special occasion, the attention to detail is spot on. The hotel boasts a lovely calm pool with a sauna, steam and jacuzzi area for guests to enjoy. The spacious and luxurious rooms will make you feel spoiled and pampered and the hotel staff provides first-class and polite service. Despite some guests feeling disappointed with their overall stay, the history of the hotel and clean rooms, particularly in our upgraded room, made the price priceless. For those looking for a more affordable option, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel is quite expensive for what it is, but those looking to treat themselves to some luxury might find it worth the price.
Yes, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel.
No, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel.
Yes, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, an IHG Hotel has a gym.
