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Reviews of Whalley Abbey - Christian Retreat House offering B&B 3 stars

Whalley Abbey The Sands, Whalley, BB7 9SS, United Kingdom

#5 of 11 hotels in Whalley

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 451 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent stay at the Abbey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the easy booking system and the location of the place. The grounds were lovely and so peaceful. My view from my room was excellent and the building itself was so quiet.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our one night stay. We would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weak wifi

    Peaceful location, helpful staff, delicious breakfast, Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Friendly staff, lovely environment, delicious breakfast and good facilities.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The Abbey offered a Peaceful historic space in which to work.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Difficult to get WiFi in private room

    Location, buildings, quiet, comfort, food and staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Great value for money.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    I got there really late from a wedding venue which had overbooked and the Abbey were very accommodating. My room was comfy and clean, the staff were lovely, and so was breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Do visit this beautiful area and stay in this wonderful unique hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Such a beautiful building in wonderful grounds. Very peaceful inside and out. Great breakfast; friendly helpful member of staff, nothing too much trouble. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Peaceful and tranquil
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Clean and straight forward rooms. Historic building and site. Sloping floor in room. Very friendly and helpful at check in - I needed to change my reservation and the lady was very helpful and sorted it without any hassle or judgement. I liked that the rooms did not have TVs, there is a bar with honesty payments, more than ample tea and coffee facilities in the room and you are directed to where you can get more if you run out. There is a beautiful lounge area, which is well lit thanks to the massive window, I wish I could have spent more time here to make use of that space. A perfect place for contemplation or just a bit of peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle. Great breakfast, cooked and cereal. Eateries in Whalley are just a short walk away.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Enjoyed the dawn service on Easter morning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints

    Good breakfast, great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    If you want peace and quiet and a place to reflect, Whalley Abbey is a must
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Being able to check in a little earlier than 4pm would have been nice after a long drive, however, the coffee shop across the road from Abbey provided a well deserved refreshment.

    The full English breakfast was excellent and cooked to perfection.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Absolutely beautiful house and location and will definitely be returning
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    WIFI reception wasn't great in my end of the corridor, it didn't cause me any problems but some guests may find it an issue.

    Staff we're extremely accomodating and even cooked me a breakfast earlier than the set breakfast times. Absolutely lovely grounds, simple but clean and comfortable room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    I've attended as a traveller away on business and as a retreat participant, it ticks all the boxes.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    I can't really think of anything.

    Anna was helpful to me, allowing me to arrive out of hours. It's a beautiful building in a beautiful location, a Christian retreat centre where one may participate in morning prayer each day and eucharist on a Friday if you wish to, which I was lucky enough to do. I enjoyed having coffee with the other people from Clitheroe who arrived for holy communion too, they were a really friendly bunch! Breakfast is very good, staff are lovely, rooms are clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    8.0
    The Abbey is ideal as a retreat house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I cannot say there was anything I didn't like.

    The location was interesting and atmospheric and the house was peaceful. It was a joy to join in with the daily prayers.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Delightful place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very peaceful environment. Comfortable. Helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    A hidden gem in Whalley.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like & we would definitely return.

    The location was perfect the building was stunning. Anna and Fiona were just wonderful. The breakfast was delicious too. You do have to bring your own toiletries, but that’s not a big issue. There’s not a tv in the rooms, but again it’s a quiet place to relax. There’s even a library. The gardens were beautiful, tranquil and beautifully maintained. We felt very lucky to stay in a really historic building.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Really nice relaxing location, in beautiful surroundings. Ideal for a retreat.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was ok

    Everyone was very helpful. Breakfast was very good. Nice view of garden from bedroom .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Loved it, we will certainly return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast under heated lights was OK, however we would have preferred a freshly cooked breakfast. The venue is first class and very peaceful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unique, tranquil, great little village with good walks

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    8.0
    Very tranquil. Surprised to find I was only the only guest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A light is needed by main door in the evening as so dark you can't see the steps.

    Both fine

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    8.0
    An interesting venue with nice people a well run. Will revisit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No

    Excellent. Efficient, clean, good service with lovely people. And a splendid breakfast too’

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't like the location, a bit in the middle of nowhere, took me ages to find the place.

    The peace and quiet, nobody to disturb you. Lovely surroundings, well worth the visit, pity it belted it down with rain.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    A place of retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No flexibility with breakfast time

    The setting The peace & quiet

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was not clear on booking .com that this is a Christian retreat, so basic rooms , no TV,

    Very historic, lovley grouns, and near to all the bars and restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2024

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