The Embankment

Stayed here in two rooms - a double and a twin - over the British F1 weekend. Hotel far exceeded expectations and would definitely stay again. Very nice area and location on the river. Rooms nice and big and well equipped. Bar and restaurant fantastic and couldn’t hear any noise from the room.

We dined at the restaurant for a business meeting. Thai watermelon salad wasn’t as good as advertised and chef is not aware what real Tom Yum dressing is. Everything else was fairly good. Most of the food simple but delicious.

We had high expectations for The Embankment, especially given its stellar reputation and unbeatable riverside location. On a gorgeous sunny day, we were eager to unwind and enjoy a lovely Saturday evening. Unfortunately, our experience was far from what we anticipated. While the pub's setting is undeniably beautiful, the food left much to be desired. The dishes were overpriced for the quality, which was frankly disappointing given the hype. To make matters worse, the menu options were limited and not up to the standard one would expect from a place with such a reputation. Service was another major letdown. The staff seemed overwhelmed and lacked attentiveness, resulting in long waits and a lack of basic courtesy. It felt as if they were simply going through the motions rather than genuinely caring about the guests’ experience. Overall, what could have been a perfect summer evening by the river turned into a frustrating experience. If you're after a scenic spot, it’s worth visiting, but don’t expect great food or attentive service. I left feeling utterly disappointed and unlikely to return soon.