This is a charming hotel in city centre Market Harborough. Part of the charm is the location as the town itself is a lovely place to stroll. Several nearby restaurants and a few shops within walking distance create a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
The hotel had several buildings arranged intimately and irregularly on a plot of land tucked behind the main row of shops on High St. The facility had been refurbished to create a rather favorable impression. The short corridor leading through the entry from High St. provided anticipation of what was coming. The walkway fanned out to house a patio full of tables serving the bar and restaurant. The small lobby featuring the check-in desk set unobtrusively to the left. The car park was in the back and not easy to find when trying to navigate there. I was glad I did not have a vehicle.
I was checked in on arrival by a very polite and friendly woman who assigned me a room in the back (Bewick) building. The nostalgic appearance of this lovely inn was well matched to my room, which featured pleasant décor. I was pleased to find that it was more spacious than the average European hotel room. It was clean and neat in appearance. The bathroom was also roomy with adequate space for maneuverability. The work area was also suitable for productive activity. The moderate-sized TV was mounted to the wall and featured extensive program offerings. The one downside was that the room did not have enough outlets. Given the age of the facility, this was unsurprising.
The morning meal was housed on the second floor above the bar and restaurant. The room presented a relatively elegant atmosphere and the buffet offered a goodly number of choices. There were hot options including eggs, meats, beans, etc. There were also several cold choices including fruit, yogurt, breads, cold cuts, cheese, etc. The coffee was served in a small French Press and was relatively good. The service was more than adequate.
The rates on this place were not bad considering the quality of the accommodations and the location. The average daily bed-and-breakfast room rate was 122.50 GBP. This was a worthwhile value in my estimation.
Overall, this was a very positive hotel experience set against the backdrop of a charming town in Leicestershire. The facility were nice, the rooms were pleasant and the staff were polite and helpful. The breakfast offering was well conceived and the room rate was more than fair for the product they deliver. If you need a place to stay in the area, this is a great choice. read more