The entrance to the gardeners cottage we stayed in was dirty. Full of cobwebs, which had clearly been there some time. There were also bottles of cleaning products left on the window sill. The Library where we went for drinks in the afternoon had loads of dirty plates and glasses in it. There was a large scale function taking place which meant some areas were no-go, it also impacted parking. I had emailed ahead about using the EV charger, but non EV cars were parked literally anywhere they could (including grass verges) due to the large number of people attending the conference i assume, so I was unable to charge as there is no clear signage to discourage anyone parking in a charging spot.

The dinner in the main restaurant was of a very good quality, and the service was superb. The room itself was nice once inside

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

We were in the stables block, a short walk from the main Hall. It was like having a little cottage in the country. The large, tastefully furnished room was warm and comfortable with a spacious, well equipped ensuite. The private garden was immaculate and parking for the stable block was nearby. The grounds and nearby lake are great for walks.

Stayed in April 2024

The spa was noisey with kids!

The food was fantastic, the room was large, clean and well furnished. the staff were great and helpfull. The grounds are lovely and well maintained.

Stayed in April 2024

Happy with most things. If I could think of anything it would be a mini fridge in room if you stayed longer to keep items cool.

Relaxing spa and two course lunch. Fantastic location and room. Staff very pleasant and professional.

Stayed in April 2024

We were disappointed with the quality of the food for both dinner and breakfast. We expected a better standard.

The room was very comfortable and clean. All the staff were helpful and pleasant.

Stayed in April 2024

Bar staff could have been a little more engaging!

Breakfast was superb! Thank you

Stayed in April 2024

We have stayed at Doxford three times now and have never been disappointed.

The breakfast was as expected for a 4star hotel. The staff were very accommodating to serve an unvoiced cream tea for ourselves and four family guests.

Stayed in April 2024

Car parking outside of our room (no parking sign up but were permitted to park due to having dog), room was in the coach house.

Location of hotel is central to area, with easy access. Breakfast was filling and had a wide choice of food.

Stayed in April 2024

The bathroom was very noisy in the morning. Like someone was filling the bath inside our bathroom when we were not, the pillows were not comfortable

Nicely, appropriately decorated and very clean, very pretty garden. dinner and breakfast was superb, staff were attentive

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Lovely period property beautifully decorated and warm and cosy

Stayed in April 2024

Dirty seats throughout dining room, dirty carpets, tired accessories

Lovely building

Stayed in April 2024

Not a lot of choice on var menu

Everything

Stayed in April 2024

The lift wasn’t working and my Mum struggled a bit with the stairs but we managed.

Everything.

Stayed in April 2024

The location was in the middle of the country and there are pot holes all the way from the motorway. The drive way entrance of the hotel was full of pot holes. It was very muddy walking from the car to the reception in the building.

Hotel was wonderful, clean and very tidy. Breakfast was delightful served hot.

Stayed in April 2024

I just think the overall place looks like it needs some serious TLC inside, we where sat having a few drinks in a lounge area before heading the lounge area had a lovely glass roof but in the corner of the ceiling it looks like it was crumbling from water damage quite a large patch, overall some spots in the hotel felt dirty as in surface dirt was gone but needed a good deep clean getting right in the corners sort of thing, the toilets felt really unclean and grubby. The whole place could do with a more modern decor overhaul felt very dated everywhere you looked and nothing really matched?

Our room (no.36) was a brilliant size, very clean and comfy and quiet. Amenities in the room where great loved the Ringtons refreshments, the location of the room seems really odd however sort of as if it wasn't originally a room for hotel guests but now turned in to one that being said we actually quite liked it, felt like we had our own private quarters. Breakfast in the morning was lovely, my husband said it was the nicest black pudding he's had on an full English, my avocado on toast was just as nice, staff where lovely in there on the morning.

Stayed in March 2024

Small criticism. Stain on a towel. Spa bath disconnected. Road entering the main entrance terrible for potholes, watch out!

Breakfast very good indeed. Lots of choice to cater for all. Room was spacious. View was perfect. Didn’t have time to use spa facilities would like to use on return. Stayed on a b&b basis.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Great location

Stayed in March 2024

Artificial flowers

We loved the quiet of the Head Gardener’s cottage Staff were exceptionally friendly

Stayed in March 2024

Having to wait an hour for breakfast!

underfloor heating, spacious room, spa facilities..all great.

Stayed in March 2024

The bed was soooooo uncomfortable, we both woke up in agony

Lovely stately home, clean and well maintained.

Stayed in March 2024

Overpriced drinks

Food was exceptional

Stayed in March 2024

The likes definitely outweigh the dislikes so don't be put off by this review. As is often the problem with booking.com the room we booked was not the room we got. To clarify, the photos illustrating the room on the site showed a roll top bath while the room we got was a more standard hotel bathroom. Although the bathroom was nice it wasn't up to the standard of the rest of the experience, but it was adequate. There were other details of the room that we felt were a little underwhelming such as the room's tea and coffee facilities and the tv location but neither of these were deal breakers. Also, we found it odd that the room wasn't fitted with a safe as you would expect in a hotel of this standard. The only other thing that was disappointing was the availability of spa treatments. We had a lovely brochure of spa experiences in the room but when it came to booking a massage or a manicure they didn't have any available appointments for a month.

Doxford hall is a period property, Georgian and Victorian, which has been added to with a period style extension. There is an opulent feel to both house and grounds. There are some lovely original period features with breakout rooms such as the library that can be enjoyed by guests The staff were very welcoming, helpful, and polite. Our room was generously sized with period styling and a huge bed that was very comfortable. The food was excellent as was the whole dining experience, candlelit dinner was a nice touch. The house keeping was also excellent and the hotel was clean and for the most part well maintained. It was also good to have access to the spa swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna.

Stayed in March 2024

Maybe furnishings could do with a change

It was lovely very comfortable room lovely biscuits and drinks in room and the pillows really nice

Stayed in March 2024

Restaurant dinner menu did not change. We stayed 4 nights. Choice was acceptable, but anyone staying longer may struggle with the restrictive choice. Cocktail bar had some strange omissions . For example Kir,and Kir Royal not available, yet champange by the glass was available for afternoon tea.

Room was spacious and tastefully furnished Public rooms were also spacious and well furnished Dinner was "fine dining", and well presented. Choice off a slightly cheaper menu also available Leisure Complex was good

Stayed in March 2024