The location of Grafton Manor when travelling North - South through the UK or vice versa is ideal. A superb stopping off spot after a long drive. The standard of catering is excellent and the staff very friendly and helpful. Why anyone would book into Grafton Manor and then eat somewhere else is a mystery. We were very impressed with The Garden Room, very spacious and comfortable. We did not have the time to explore the grounds but they are well kept and look enticing Will definitely stay again

I imagine the venue has only been in use for a fairly short time as a lot of work is still required to bring the building back up to the standard it once was. A little bit of rustic charm is one thing but first impressions are very important and the entrance and façade need some work still

The staff were really friendly and helpful. The food was great. As I was travelling with my daughter who's coeliac, it was so great that there was plenty of gluten free food she could eat. The staff and chef seemed very aware of what's needed for coeliac disease. The beds were comfortable, and everything was clean. Tea and coffee in the room. I loved the quirky paintings and pictures all along the walls and the history of the place - also the fabulous walnut wardrobe in our room. I was there for a wake - it was well-catered for - again - a good choice of food for coeliacs.

The decor is in need of a makeover before too long.- it's fine but the wallpaper and carpets look very 90s - so not quite old enough to have vintage charm. However, so nice to stay somewhere that isn't completely characterless - just so much potential for a really quirky and characterful hotel.

Lovely location, fabulous building, all staff very friendly & courteous. Room compact but comfortable & perfect for a fabulous overnight stay. For longer stays a larger room would be ideal ... but at ~£100 per double room, this would soon get quite pricey.

The only thing we struggled with was the coffee machine! Perhaps it was us not being used to their specific machine but sadly we had to resort to instant coffee ... but at least there was that option!

The staff were exceptional and very accommodating in ensuring the room was suitable for my 7 month pregnant wife. Breackfast was also very good while dinner was filling, making it worthwhile. A special thanks to Mia and Kate. The building is fantastically dated with lots of character without losing much comfort. The choach room was warm and clean, the bed and sofa were comfortable. High ceilings throughout and just a very plesant place to be. Bathroom had a large shower only, no bath, but this was a very good size.

There is nothing negative to share about the hotel or its staff; other hotels may provide a cheaper nights stay with more modern comforts but without the amazing environment and character.

The room was very well presented. The staff on reception were very helpful and also pre booked my breakfast as I would need to leave quite early. The setting is excellent, lots of gardens to wander around. I had an evening meal on site as well and that was excellent. Also reasonably priced.

The location is a little remote, so if you intend to not eat on site then you will need to drive. Due to weather, my room was quite warm, air con would have been good, but I appreciate the building is not suited to this.

Gorgeous grounds, beautiful place, all staff were really friendly and helpful especially Mia and Nick, dinner and breakfast were both superb with fantastic choices for both and quality ingredients all cooked to perfection, very comfy bed and spacious beautiful room

The sofas could really do with refilling both in the room and bar area as they were hard and quite uncomfortable Stayed on a weekday and bar and reception etc was all closed down by 10pm, not a massive issue but wasn't aware that it would all be closed as would have purchased wine and more water from the bar earlier for the room if we'd have known.

The young lady Mia was amazing on the night we stayed not many were there and this one lady was like superwomen she did the reception showed us our rooms and then waited on us in the restaurant and bar. The room was an absolute delight and my friend didn't like his room and again superwomen swiftly sorted it. I believe Mia is an absolute asset to Grafton Manor, so hardworking and clearly loves the place and her job. The food in the restaurant was amazing and great value as was the wine. The bedrooms were beautiful the rooms were warm all night on a very cold day. The mattress very comfortable.

My only criticism is the place needs a bit of money spent on updating the sofas or refilling them. The restaurant lacks abt atmosphere and so needs an update or something. Everything else was perfect.

Lovely setting and what a great hotel. The suite was fabulous with a lovely dressing room and a wonderful bathroom. The evening meal was delicious and the waiter - Nick was great. This was a great find for us and can’t wait to go back

I should have asked but there was no vegetarian option on the morning breakfast only the regular full English. This in no way was a problem and there was still plenty to eat.

The breakfast was lovely and all staff very pleasant. My room was wonderful and the bathroom very clean. Lovely ambience to the whole place. Will come here again and have already recommended to friends to come here

My room I think is above the restaurant and although I couldn’t hear the music playing exactly icould hear the drone of the beat which went on until quite late. It didn’t bother me too much as I have loved everything else but would probably ask for a room that wasn’t over the di big area next time lol

Nice staff , very welcoming , Fantastic for dinner and breakfast .

The place is old and needs a refurb , low water pressure in the shower , creaking floorboards when ever you moved around , great for people on a holiday but for a business man on the move , wouldn't stay again , quite isolated from any other restaurants or services if you want to park the car and walk for a meal and a drink .