Slaley Hall Hotel Spa & Golf Resort

We spent a long weekend at Slaley hall as an extended family. Upon check in our room wasn’t quite ready, but we were able to take a drink in the bar and a walk around the grounds whilst we waited no more than half an hour. When we got to the room, a superior king, it was a refurbished room so was tidy, spacious and had a view over the golf course. Some rooms look into the courtyard and despite being the same room type are smaller due to the nature of the building! Dinner on the first night was in the golf club, the food was tasty and quick despite the fact we had a big table of 12. The breakfast was okay, basic but adequate although it was not topped up quick enough. Staff seemed confused as I asked for a banana and was given one, yet i overheard someone else ask for one and they said it would cost £1.30! The facilities at the hotel were great, the spa and swimming pool were enjoyed by the kids (beware the kids swimming times!) Dinner the second night was in the hotel restaurant, which only appeared to have a glorified version of the golf club menu. Overall, the hotel struggled with an identity- it’s advertised as family friendly, yet offering high chairs and having a “family swim time” (to avoid the inconvenience for other spa users!) it wasn’t the most well equipped “family” hotel. The venue also hosted a wedding on the second day which took the attention of a lot of staff! Having said that, we also played golf and the courses are superb! As a golf resort, it’s great! We still had a great time so a well deserved 4 stars.

Nice and quiet location, Gabriela at check in was helpful with room selections as one of my family had difficulty with mobility. A bit tricky to get around initially but easy after a while. Comfortable beds and clean bathroom. Pool and spa felicities are good with steam ,sauna and jacuzzi. Pool bar had good choice of menu . Staff are helpful all around the hotel. Breakfast choices are good with separate small menu cooked from kitchen like pancakes etc. Nice quiet places for having a relaxing evening. Nice walks around the hotel.

Reception staff could have been more helpful on arrival. Some more efficient than others. Rooms a little dated in decor, lots of dark wood furniture. Bed and bedding comfortable. Sitting Rooms whilst dark in decor were comfortable offering a nice aspect to the beautiful views. Gardens and surrounding woodland beautiful. We are not golfers, but enjoyed the view of the golf course. Breakfast, buffet style, ok, but service a bit hit and miss. The pool was a bit different with its rockery style. When busy it was difficult to get a bed, and unless you were first there, the chances of getting one with a dry cushion was pretty small. The steam room was very good, very efficient, very hot. One jacuzzi was good but very small. The other was cold without seating but bigger. We did enjoy our stay, but we were pleased we hadn't paid over the odds.