Woodbury Castle, Woodbury, Exeter, EX5 1JJ, United Kingdom
#19 of 29 hotels in Exeter
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3335 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 April 2024
Kevan
United KingdomThe hotel bedroom was a bit dated and could do with an upgrade.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Lisa
United KingdomStaff very friendly Very nice place
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
George
United KingdomLiterally nothing
Genuinely the best place we've stayed at without considering the price. We've stayed at places twice the price and this place is better. We have friends in Exeter and we will be staying here every time we visit. Massive pool with plenty of lanes. Plenty of space, there's a bar/lounge and a golf club restaurant next door which was amazing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Kate
United KingdomCheck out too early.
Location, views, facilities, good value for money. Fantastic spa.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Maureen
United Kingdomnothing
Friendly and proffessional staff, great facilities and spotlessly clean rooms, front desk staff were very welcomong and made sure we had all the information about the hotel that we might need during our stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Gillian
United Kingdommy room faced the atrium so I had to look out of the window into the dining and public area. I couldn’t really open the window blinds.
the property was set in the countryside with plenty of trees and flowers. it was peaceful. the swimming pool and spa were clean and well equipped.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Susanna
United KingdomBlind in bedroom let through light all night and I could clearly hear my next door neighbours.
Staff were lovely and great location for me
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Susan
United KingdomRoom stuffy, no outside ventilation (looked out onto indoor space). I was aware of this at booking but didn’t appreciate the implications of not having an outside window/fresh air. I would request an outside facing window if I was to return. An unusual arrangement.
Conveniently located, plenty of parking. Plenty of hot water.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Mandy
United KingdomNice view over the golf course but full length windows, no blinds or net curtains so rather exposed. Breakfast included but not very enticing
Comfortable room, good location for me & enjoyed the pool/spa
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
John
United KingdomThe only downside to our stay was our room could do with updating as the carpet was badly marked and the bathroom had seen better days. We also booked this hotel as it showed two proper chairs in the room, but there was only one when we arrived and asked for another one as both my husband and myself suffer from bad backs.
The hotel is in a nice quiet location with stunning scenery. We had a meal overlooking the golf course, which was lovely. The staff were very helpful and polite.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Shaun
United KingdomEvening meal not great quality - ie; Burger bun burnt
Health Club excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Jan
United KingdomWhatever came out of the kitchen & menu choice. Breakfast was fine, a good selection if you did not want continental. The waits between ordering and serving were ridiculously long. Paying for Dinner, bed & breakfast was a con. A different shorter menu which made a 4 night stay boring especially when food inedible. Who puts rocket ON TOP of a hot fishcake? The swimming pool was disappointing due to the huge area the steps took up. I am sure the semi circle could be redesigned to allow more swim area and therefore less likely to cause damage to the swimmer.
The staff I met were are very helpful & considerate. The premises were clean & tidy. My room was exactly what I hoped for, quiet, warm and clean. If I stayed again I would request same room The wet changing room was kept clean & tidy. The costume spinner a bonus, well done.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Malcolm
United KingdomThe location was within easy reach of our destination
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Tomlinson
United KingdomLovely, comfortable, clean hotel, with good facilities and professional helpful staff. Second time I've stayed and I'll be back for my next trip to Exeter.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Jill
United KingdomPool and spa were extremely busy.
Lovely peaceful location which is well coated for lots of the pretty surrounding towns. Great breakfast and helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomNo real gluten free options on menu and no understanding of Coeliac needs
Leisure facilities
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Deborah
United KingdomThe beds were very uncomfortable
The beautiful scenery was idyllic and lovely staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Joseph
GermanyChanging room at the pool/spa area could have been cleaner. Price was slightly high, but understandable. We self-catered, so can't comment on the quality of food available -- the property is off on it's own, so you're either making your own food or eating there.
Stayed in one of the lodges, which was exactly what we expected - a quiet, spacious, standalone unit a short walk from the main hotel building. Clean, good furnishings, comfortable beds, nice bathrooms. Staff were friendly and welcoming, gave all the information we wanted for the spa area. Pool and saunas were as expected, a perfect break.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jane
United KingdomNot much choice on the hotel menu Being woken up at 6,45 with the phone in our room ringing
The bed was very comfy , really nice soft fluffy duvet & pillows . The hotel was absolutely spotless and smelt so clean through out .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Edward
United KingdomNice hotel, clean and peaceful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Alison
United KingdomThe phone didn't work on the room on arrival. And it wasn't fixed when we left. As both our party are disabled, it did mean we had couldn't ask questions or order room service. There was a chip on the floor for two days in the restaurant but definitely got the impression they were understaffed. No disabled parking by entrance but that's the design of the hotel.
Staff were fantastic. Didn't get to the pool but have already booked for next bank holiday visits to friends in Exeter. Food was superb although breakfast was a buffet at the weekend. Service felt slow but I think we are too used to London speed! Rooms were serviced very well, had everything we needed Inc a fan for the hot nights. Shower was amazing! Wanted to take it home! Lovely receptionist sorted us an extra chair for our room. And lovely manager helped us out to the car at check out. Just excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
James
United KingdomOver subscribed facilities, too many people using the saunas, spa, and pool at most times, too many kids in the pool, food was no where near as nice as last time I visited, when I visited before it was great but now feels geared towards daily users rather than people on holiday, if it was cheaper I wouldn't of highlighted it so much but for the money I expect a little more to be honest, especially as I've stayed before and that experience was a lot better.
Bed was super comfy, large tv, nice location, very roomy, excellent shower
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Trevor
United KingdomThe TV system didn’t seem to be working - was told could only get streaming by using own accounts! - but system complex and not working. Room to hot and stuffy for me - did not seem able to control temp. / ac.
Breakfast middling. Scrambled egg and tomatoes could be better cooked. The room was comfortable and clean. Pool and spa good. All Staff generally helpful and polite.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Katherine-lucy
United KingdomThe menu in restaurant is very limited Breakfast not enough choice on full breakfast or for vegetarian
The accomodation and spa facilities
Stayed in April 2024
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