The room was excellent. At the price we paid, I was prepared for something a bit tired and dated. However, it was in good condition and up to date, and I can't think of anything that failed to meet our expectations in that regard. It was on the smaller side, which is no issue if you're out and about in the day, and completely on par for what you'd expect for the price. Certainly cosy as opposed to cramped. The hotelier was an absolutely lovely woman, eager to ensure the best stay for her guests. The breakfast was great, especially considering that it was included in a price that would have been competitive for the room alone. If we return to the area we would certainly stay here again.

When we arrived, there weren't any parking spaces available, but I believe some did free up later. However, there are plenty of places within a minute walk where you can park on the road without issue. We'd had a long drive so arriving in a full car park was a bit frustrating but not something to be upset about for more than a few seconds. A bit of information about alternate parking locations on the booking site could help reassure future guests that they're not likely going to have to go on long search to find parking nearby if the car park is full.

Look, it’s not the Ritz, but we also didn’t pay for the ritz, What the swan lacks in Glam it makes up for with the team. Such friendly staff, they will go out of their way to make sure you have the best time, The food is excellent, both Dinner and Breakfast highly recommended.

The showers should do with an upgrade, but they work. I suggest provide irons that are newer and without damage, ideally per room, although I didn’t use the communal one i fear it would have wrecked my shirts. BUT.. I know now this has been mentioned this will be different when you go, because this is the way it is run. Very customer focused. Lovely place to stay. Nothing was too much trouble.

Fabulous breakfast (in particular the scrambled eggs!) The staff were lovely and there was ample car parking space. The location was good for the wedding we were attending. The bathroom was very clean and there was plenty of hot water though no power shower.

I don't think this pub deserves four stars but it is good value for money. The noise from the traffic was unbearable and it was non stop. We felt we were right on top of the road! It was so hot but we had to close the small window because of the traffic noise and there was no air conditioning (I had to go to a local shop to buy a fan). The sheets and towels were a dark grey - I much prefer white. The bulbs in the bedside lamps were very bright.There was no full length mirror in either the bedroom or the pub and we were going to a wedding and would have liked to have checked how we looked.

All of the staff are lovely, And could have not been more helpful for me 😀 The food was also great 👍 A big thank you to the wonderful Staff 🥰

My room was great 👍 But my bed was uncomfortable and didn't get a very good sleep 😴 😪 But when I got to the hotel, I had a bad back, so that didn't help. I didn't tell anyone about the uncomfortable bed, as my bad back didn't help the situation. But I had another 3 nights in another hotel, on my journey home, and my back improved rapidly in a comfortable bed. But I will definitely go back to The Ship Hotel, Lydney Gloucestershire again 😀

The staff are all very lovely, friendly and helpful 😊 All very kind to me. A great location for me, for town buses. 👌 The Shower was excellent, And the breakfast was a great selection and all very, very nice 👌 Plus I had Sunday lunch, main meal and dessert. Great helpings of both, and excellent food quality. Plus the staff went above and beyond. Hopefully I will return some time soon 🙏 A great big thank You 😘xx

I'm sorry to say that my bed wasn't very uncomfortable 😕 Sadly, I also had a bad back 😪 And uncomfortable bed didn't help. But I didn't complain to the staff, So didn't give them chance to make a change.

Staff were very accommodating and friendly throughout the whole stay. Definitely made to feel welcome and as if one were staying at another's home. Heating was efficient and kept me warm overnight. Breakfast, which was included in the nightly rate, was quite extravagant and filling. I had a full English breakfast with a pot of tea and a pitcher of orange juice. I could've probably packed what I didn't eat for a lunch takeaway!

Could've done with a small desk/table, although the room's size didn't allow for it. (This may just be a personal preference.) The outside street, which my room overlooked, was quite busy overnight, which made for a slightly disruptive sleep, but besides that, I slept well.

I have never felt more comfortable in a b&b. The lady helped with my suitcase up and on the way out. Everything was explained like I was an individual. Friendly talk, but also left in peace. The breakfast was amazing. There were options available, I asked for items not to be added so my photo isn't the standard and I was stuffed. Toast, local jams and butter. Best bacon I've ever eaten. I will definitely stay again.

If I'm being ultra fussy the bed was a tiny bit squeaky but comfortable to sleep in. The pillows were huge and fluffy.

Location was good for our trip to Lydney train station for a ride on the steam train. Staff were friendly. Great breakfast with plenty of tea and coffee.

Very disappointed to find when we returned from our trip at 7.25 to find the kitchen closed at 7.30. We were hoping to finish off the day with a nice dessert and coffee only to be told they were closed. We did feel that this could have been accommodated but ended up with chocolate and snacks from the bar😔

Evening food choice was good. I happened to choose a Pizza and it was excellent. Breakfast was very good an included in my rate. Staff attentive & helpful.

Purely a personal thing, I like to have a choice of more than 1 real ale. HOWEVER! It was well kept, and if there had been a 2nd it maybe that there is not enough demand and then there would have been 2 bad option!!

I think it’s really pleasant considering how affordable it also is there. I liked the breakfast service and the room was well looked after.

My room had a bathroom across the hall from it, which I was assured was a private bathroom despite not being en-suite. I found personally that since the listing only stipulated “private bathroom” this was a little vague. Not dishonest just a little bit awkward.