Overall we enjoyed our stay at the hotel, though think the secret to an enjoyable and quiet stay is going there during the week and not the weekend. During the week it was very quiet as regards the number of guests staying, and it looks like most of the business in the week are meetings and conferences. On the weekend it is clear that wedding parties move in, and we saw that even by the Saturday morning the nature of the hotel changed (like they moved to a buffet breakfast instead of taking orders).
We found the staff welcoming and friendly, although they did seem to get a bit harassed when trying to deal with multiple people. But we found service very good. We had a problem with the TV in the room when we got there, and someone was there fast and tried to sort it out and when could not moved us to the next door room.
The room we were staying in was one of their "Loft Suites" (403). These are showcase rooms that are very trendy and different. They are actually quite a clever idea as they are in the loft (hence the name) and only have one very small window. So to get over that issue they have created a "wow" room and use that as the selling point. So it is an open plan that has a bed with twinkling lights above it, a seating area with TV, small table to eat at, day bed and then the bath is in the room,a s are 2 basins and a 2 person shower. The toilet is in a separate room. Then the decor is dramatic with a rope curtain to split the room. So they overcome the lack of any light by making a feature. The room could be a bit oppressive if there for a while but was great fun and very different for a short stay. The room was a bit stuffy though as has less than great air flow. But was fine.
We had dinner twice in "TheRestaurant" and the food was excellent, as was the service.
The gym and spa is huge with great facilities and a large pool. The gym was busy but as there is so much equipment it was great to use.
Overall we had a great stay there, as we were there in the week - and so if you looking for a break that is the best time to go by far!
Watch a video of the Loft Suite (403) we stayed in on YouTube by clicking here, or on the blog posting:
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Thank you taking the time to review Cadbury House. I thought I would let you know of some changes that we have made and have planned to make over the coming three months.
1) We have recently joined the Hilton family as a franchise hotel and as such now trade as Doubletree by Hilton, Bristol South, Cadbury House
2) Room 403 is now numbered 505
3) In Jan / Feb 2010 we are, due to customer feedback, adding an additional velux window to these rooms therefore giving better views and more natural light
4) We have now launched a full breakfast carvery system which we have built adjoining the restaurant (so hidden at night)
5) We have added a new computer suite at the hotel so guests can log on for free and access their emails (or blogs..)
6) We have just installed a brand new interactive TV system which has access to over 200 movies as well as transport and travel information with direct links to the train station and the airport
7) We have just completed a gym extension and knocked through to make it even better and larger than it was before.
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I look forward to welcoming you back to the new Doubletree by Hilton Bristol House Cadbury House soon.
Mark Hands
Group General Manager, Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House,
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