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The Clive Arms

Ludlow , Bromfield, Shropshire (Show on Map)

8.7

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Clive Arms is a charming and exceptional hotel located in a beautiful and picturesque setting, making it an ideal location for exploring the Shropshire countryside or attending events such as the races. The hotel offers excellent amenities, including The Ludlow Kitchen and Food Hall and is conveniently located near Ludlow with a bus stop just outside and plenty of parking available. The rooms are spacious, modern and well-equipped with comfortable and special beds and the staff is exceptional, providing friendly, helpful and efficient service. The hotel's dining experience is also highly praised with excellent food and accommodating staff. Although breakfast has received mixed reviews, guests can enjoy a fantastic breakfast at the adjacent Ludlow Kitchen or the farm cafe. The hotel is exceptionally clean with high standards of cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Overall, The Clive Arms is a perfect and superb hotel that offers a delightful and relaxed ambiance for families, couples and travelers who value comfort, cleanliness and exceptional service.
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Room Types

Double Room This room has a flat-screen TV, desk and tea and coffee facilities.

Classic Twin Room This room has a flat-screen TV, desk and tea and coffee facilities.

Double Superior Room This double room has view and electric kettle.

Deluxe King Room The spacious double room features soundproof walls, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This double room has a wardrobe, an electric kettle, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

8.7

Very Good

Location

The Clive Arms is situated in a beautiful and picturesque setting, making it a great location for exploring the beautiful Shropshire countryside or attending events such as the races. The hotel is conveniently located near Ludlow with a bus stop just outside and plenty of parking available. On-site amenities include The Ludlow Kitchen and Food Hall and the hotel is next door to a farm shop with cafe. The hotel is ideally situated for walkers with excellent walks all around the hotel and is also an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area, whether on foot or by car. Overall, The Clive Arms is an excellent property with an excellent location.

Breakfast

The breakfast at The Clive Arms has received mixed reviews. Some guests found it very good and even described it as amazing, sumptuous or excellent. Others were disappointed that breakfast was not included in the price of the room and had to be paid for separately or had to go to a sister cafe for it. However, many guests liked the adjacent Ludlow Kitchen or the farm cafe where they enjoyed a fantastic, convenient and great quality breakfast with a wide choice, including good vegetarian options. Despite some slight criticisms about the selection, quality, price or waiting time, most guests appreciated the fresh coffee, clean and spacious rooms and overall tasty food.

Dinner

The Clive Arms hotel has received positive feedback from guests regarding their dining experience. Although the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, the staff are helpful in providing information on nearby places to dine. The restaurant offers excellent food with a varied and reasonably priced menu, locally sourced from their own farm business. Guests have described the dinners as exceptional, delicious and first class with superb food and friendly service. The hotel's bar and restaurant have received favorable reviews with some guests stating it has the best menu in the county. However, there have been some negative comments such as the absence of a vegetarian option, one dreadful starter and no change in menu on consecutive nights. Overall, The Clive Arms offers a charming and personal dining experience with good quality food and accommodating staff.

Rooms

The rooms at The Clive Arms have been positively reviewed with guests highlighting the comfort and spaciousness of the accommodation. Many guests praised the modern decor and high-quality finish of the rooms, as well as the cleanliness and well-appointed facilities. Some rooms were described as feeling like mini cottages with their own front doors and several guests appreciated the underfloor heating and towel heaters in the bathrooms. The hotel offers a variety of room types, including suites in a Georgian house and rooms in converted stables behind the main house, some of which feature original oak beams and low ceilings. Despite a few instances of overheating or inadequate blinds, the majority of guests found the rooms to be clean, comfortable and well-equipped with many using words like "beautiful," "spacious," and "delightful" to describe them.

Beds

The Clive Arms has received excellent reviews for their comfortable and spacious rooms with modern decor and good in-room facilities. Guests praise the hotel for providing a good night's sleep with comfortable and firm beds and mountains of pillows. Rooms are well-equipped, clean and offer a range of bed sizes from twin to king size. Some guests do mention that some beds are too soft or uncomfortable, but overall, the majority of guests have given rave reviews for the comfortable and special beds provided by The Clive Arms.

Cleanliness

The Clive Arms hotel is a delightful and well-appointed property with high standards of cleanliness, according to guests' reviews. The decor of the rooms is lovely and of excellent quality. Rooms and bathrooms are beautifully kept, spotlessly clean and well-maintained. The staff is polite, friendly and helpful. Additionally, the hotel provides good quality toiletries and is equipped with great amenities. Although a few guests stated that the carpet in the room was not very clean, the overall impression is of an exceptionally clean hotel. The hotel offers plenty of parking space, peaceful and quiet rooms, comfortable beds and an excellent breakfast next door. The Clive Arms is an ideal place for families, couples and travelers that value cleanliness, comfort and a relaxed ambiance.

Staff

The staff at The Clive Arms are exceptional with many reviews praising their friendliness, helpfulness and efficiency. Guests felt welcomed by the charming and personal service provided by the receptionists, bar staff and cleaners. The outstanding service from staff extended beyond the hotel and into the farm shop and café next door. Payment was made easy and guests appreciated the clean rooms with comfortable beds. The staff were also helpful with recommendations for local restaurants. Reviews raved about the lovely staff, superbly friendly staff and excellent service throughout. Overall, guests of The Clive Arms were impressed with the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff.

Parking

The Clive Arms offers a great convenience for travelers with its very large free car park and plenty of parking spaces. Guests appreciate the good car park facilities and good free parking availability provided by the hotel. Moreover, the parking and access to the main road more than make up for its distance from the town center. Several guests also commend the good private parking and convenient parking area. Aside from the ample parking space, guests find the tea and coffee facilities fine. One guest even noted that taking a taxi into Ludlow was a great option and saved them the hassle of looking for parking. Another unique feature of the hotel's parking area is the presence of Landrovers in the car park, which adds a touch of adventure to the experience. However, a guest mentioned that the inner car park had no signs for the exit and the entry road was clearly for vehicles entering only, but this did not seem to be a major issue for most guests.

5 Star

The Clive Arms hotel boasts a stunning location, set amidst a picturesque landscape. The spacious and modern rooms have impressed numerous guests who pledged their allegiance to returning. Additionally, the hotel is perfect for those wishing to visit the Shropshire Hills and Ludlow with excellent accommodation in close proximity to the Racecourse. Exceptional is a word that is frequently used in reviews of The Clive Arms with guests raving about the facilities and services provided. Overall, guests who have stayed at the hotel seem highly satisfied with their experience with words such as perfect and superb being used regularly in their reviews.

No, The Clive Arms doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Clive Arms.

Yes, The Clive Arms welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Clive Arms.

No, The Clive Arms doesn't have a gym.

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