Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park
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Summary of reviewsThe Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park offer a peaceful and idyllic location with stunning views of the lakes. Guests can enjoy nearby beaches and explore the surrounding towns and villages. The pods are clean, comfortable and well-maintained with modern amenities. The staff are friendly and accommodating with many guests praising their exceptional service. The pools, both indoor and outdoor, received mixed reviews, but overall were described as fantastic. The park is dog-friendly, but some guests noted that dogs were not allowed in the on-site pub and restaurant. The dining options received mixed reviews with some guests finding the food to be of poor quality and overpriced. Overall, Carlton Meres Holiday Park is a lovely place to stay with clean accommodations, beautiful views and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park are situated in an idyllic location, overlooking the stunning lakes. Guests repeatedly praised the excellent location, highlighting the easy access to nearby beaches in Southwold and Aldeburgh. The campsite is set in a peaceful location with lovely quiet surroundings and beautiful woodland. For nature lovers, the lakeside location is a great spot for fishing and bird spotting. The pods are also close to swimming pools and playgrounds for those traveling with children. Guests enjoyed exploring the nearby towns and villages, including Aldeburgh and Saxmundham and country gastro pubs in the rural area. Despite some concerns about the distance from the porter cabin, the site's location is perfect for a peaceful countryside retreat. The park itself is beautiful with stunning views across the lakes, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing break.
The breakfast at the Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park received mixed reviews. Some guests commented that it was lovely with a wide choice and good value, while others found it overpriced and of poor quality with tasteless chicken and overcooked vegetables. Some guests also expressed their disappointment that the breakfast service did not start earlier, especially for those with young children. Others mentioned that there were limited options for special needs children. Despite some drawbacks, many guests found the breakfast to be nice, good and promptly served with some even receiving vouchers for a free breakfast. The app system for ordering and the waitress ordering service were a bit confusing for some guests and others expected a wider variety of options for a continental breakfast. Overall, the breakfast experience at the resort was mixed with some guests satisfied and others disappointed.
Guests have mixed reviews about the dining options at Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park. While some enjoyed their meals, others found the food to be of poor quality and overpriced. Breakfast was praised for being lovely and some guests found the food to be good value for money with good portion sizes. However, there were complaints about expensive drinks and disappointing food in the bar with one guest paying £12 for a frozen pizza advertised as freshly prepared. Some guests also had to wait a while for their meals or desserts. Despite these issues, others had positive experiences with the last meal being the best, where the vegetable curry was described as rather nice. Overall, the restaurant at the park offers a reasonable standard menu, but some guests felt that improvements were needed in food quality and organisation.
The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park are a great glamping option for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors without the hassle of setting up a tent. Guests found the pods to be clean, comfortable and well-maintained with modern amenities such as USB sockets and heating. Most reviewers found their pods to be lovely, cute or spacious and appreciated the views from their location. However, a few guests found their pod to be dark or too hot and some felt that the pods could benefit from a mattress topper. Overall, guests found the pods to be a fun and snug way to enjoy camping with the added benefits of nearby facilities and reassuring door locks.
When it comes to the beds at Carlton Meres Holiday Park's Camping Pods, it seems that guests are divided. Some say that the beds were uncomfortable due to the plastic waterproof covers and thin, slippy sheets. Others recommend bringing a mattress topper or fitted sheet to improve the sleeping experience. However, there are positive reviews claiming that the beds were clean, comfortable and provided a fantastic night's sleep. Children especially enjoyed the bunk beds. Despite mixed reviews, the camping pods were highly praised for their cleanliness, lovely setting and overall comfort. So, if you're looking for a cozy break in the woods with a chance to ditch your tent, these pods may be worth considering.
The Carlton Meres Holiday Park offers camping pods that are clean, spacious and comfortable. Guests have praised the cleanliness of the toilets and shower facilities, which were regularly cleaned and well-maintained. However, some guests noted that the toilet and shower facilities could do with an update and could be quite far from the accommodation. The park itself was clean and well-kept and the staff were friendly and accommodating. While the restaurant/bar and pool were well-maintained, some guests noted that they could have been cleaner. Overall, the park and pods are generally clean, although some areas could benefit from a deep clean.
The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park have received a lot of positive feedback from guests regarding their staff. Many guests stated that the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. The manager of the park was praised for their exceptional service and the warden on site was also noted for their accommodating nature. Even during the pandemic, guests found the staff to be fantastic and hardworking. The restaurant staff and waitresses were exceptional with a lot of praise for their service. The location, facilities and entertainment were all highly rated as well. However, a few guests noted that the staff could have been more informed about COVID procedures. Overall, this is a lovely place to stay with clean accommodations, beautiful views and a warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the friendly staff.
The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park offer both indoor and outdoor swimming pools for guests to enjoy. While some guests were disappointed that the outdoor pool was closed for maintenance during their stay, others found the indoor pool to be a great alternative. However, some found the system for booking time slots to be slightly awkward and overcrowded. Families with children seemed to enjoy the pools with many mentioning that their kids loved swimming. The changing rooms were generally clean and spacious. Some guests wished that the pool had a lane for swimmers or was open for longer periods of time. Overall, the pools were described as fantastic and the heated pool was a particular highlight. In addition to swimming, guests enjoyed other activities like crazy golf and children's play areas.
The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park offer a unique glamping experience, but some guests have expressed concerns about the car park, particularly around late night activity near the fishing pods. During busy periods, the car park can be rammed full, but the distance from the pods to the car park does ensure that the pod site doesn't feel overcrowded with vehicles. However, some guests noted that there is no signage directing them to the pod car park and on occasion, all of the spaces were taken, requiring a 5-minute walk to reception to park. Despite these issues, most guests were able to park close to their pod and overall, parking was only a minor inconvenience.
Guest reviews of the Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park have commented on the outdoor pool with mixed experiences. Some guests were disappointed to find that the outdoor pool was shut during their stay, while others had a great time in the clean and heated pool. A few guests used both the indoor and outdoor pools, noting that the indoor pool was a bit small. One guest warned that the outdoor pool was cooler than expected, but another guest praised the exceptional pool experience when the open air pool was opened on a weekend. While some guests enjoyed the pool, others had complaints about the lack of soap in the porta loos and the large number of wasps outside, making it difficult to enjoy meals in the pods.
The Camping Pods at Carlton Meres Holiday Park offer both an indoor and outdoor pool, but according to some reviews, the booking system for the pool can be frustratingly impractical. Nevertheless, the indoor pool seems to be a winner among families with young children, as there is a small pool alongside the main one. The changing rooms are said to be spacious and clean, adding to the overall pleasant experience. However, some reviewers note that the indoor pool can be a bit chilly for the little ones and there were a few complaints that the pool was closed or inaccessible due to Covid-19 restrictions. Despite these minor issues, most guests couldn't fault the cleanliness of their swimming experiences. As a bonus, the toilets and washing facilities are conveniently located in the same area as the indoor pool.
For those seeking a relaxing getaway with their furry friends, Carlton Meres Holiday Park and their Camping Pods are an excellent choice. The park is very dog-friendly with no extra cost for pets, making it a really chilled experience for you and your furry companion. However, some guests noted that whilst dogs are allowed, they were not permitted in the on-site pub and restaurant - which can be an inconvenience for some. Despite this, guests were pleased with the overall dog-friendly atmosphere of the park with staff being welcoming and accommodating towards dogs. Some even wished that there were more facilities such as tie-up spots for dogs at the pods. Keep in mind that there are rules for dog owners, including keeping them on a lead outside of the pods. Overall, Carlton Meres Holiday Park is a wonderful place to enjoy a super-friendly, dog-loving environment.
Yes, Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park.
Yes, Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park.
No, Camping Pods, Carlton Meres Holiday Park doesn't have a gym.
