Albright Hussey Manor Hotel
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Spent 2 nights in this lovely old hotel. It is in need of some updating but is quite charming. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Dinner was rather disappointing as there was little choice for vegetarians and portions rather small. There was a wedding on the second day of our stay and the music did go on until 1am and it could be heard in our room. It is always difficult for hotels to cope with wedding parties alongside other guests but they should really limit the level of sound and also the duration of the party and finish before midnight so that other people can at least get some sleep. Drinks were also a little overpriced.
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We were greeted warmly and found our stay very pleasant with good food and good service. However the décor is a little faded and dated in places but don't let this put you off it was clean and we had no real complaints. Dinner was excellent and presented and cooked to a very high standard. Shrewsbury is a lovely town and Shropshire offers some of the U.K.s finest places to visit both historically and the scenery is breath taking.
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We have stayed at this hotel (where we married sixteen years ago) on and off and regard it as a treat to stay overnight in one of the suites in the old part of the hotel. This time we were in the wonderful Hussey Suite. The staff were very helpful kind and efficient.
We'd altered our booking from Friday to Thursday and may be that coincided with the chef's night off. We had gone for the Taster Menu and whilst the beef was splendid the other courses were at best mediocre and nothing like as exciting and appetising as our previous experience.
The moral must be - keep it simple
We'd altered our booking from Friday to Thursday and may be that coincided with the chef's night off. We had gone for the Taster Menu and whilst the beef was splendid the other courses were at best mediocre and nothing like as exciting and appetising as our previous experience.
The moral must be - keep it simple
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Stayed at the Hussey Manor Hotel for one night, wish it could have been more. The room & bathroom was extremity well decorated and good sized. Lovely comfortable bed and pretty views. Stayed for evening meal, which was very good. Perfect for a quiet short break (couples etc).
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Took a while to find it as my sat nav didn’t like the location. Upon leaving the road and following the lane down to the building you’re greeted by a wonderful old English building, which upon leaving the car and walking up to the reception area is even better with the garden and water area with bird life.
The building is split into two the historic and modern I stayed in both.
The modern is decorated well and had good views over the abundant farm land which was great as they were preparing the ground. The bed was comfortable and amenities such as bath/shower etc as expected. The room in the old building was very atmospheric, wood beams, lead windows, four poster`, furniture etc. The bath room was great very floral. The view was over the garden and water feature . Bar was small but fits in well with the building and restaurant well decorated with two main areas and smaller alcoves. Evening meals were good Calves liver, steaks etc (though would have liked a steak knife) Cheese board wonderful and a good selection of red wines
There is a very enthusiastic manager who really helps make the place along with the other very attentive staff.
The walk from the hotel to the nearby church and battle grounds was really relaxing and if you push a little further on there’s a coffee shop and farm shop with livestock all worth a look.
The whole old place ouses old country England in the times around the Tudors.
The building is split into two the historic and modern I stayed in both.
The modern is decorated well and had good views over the abundant farm land which was great as they were preparing the ground. The bed was comfortable and amenities such as bath/shower etc as expected. The room in the old building was very atmospheric, wood beams, lead windows, four poster`, furniture etc. The bath room was great very floral. The view was over the garden and water feature . Bar was small but fits in well with the building and restaurant well decorated with two main areas and smaller alcoves. Evening meals were good Calves liver, steaks etc (though would have liked a steak knife) Cheese board wonderful and a good selection of red wines
There is a very enthusiastic manager who really helps make the place along with the other very attentive staff.
The walk from the hotel to the nearby church and battle grounds was really relaxing and if you push a little further on there’s a coffee shop and farm shop with livestock all worth a look.
The whole old place ouses old country England in the times around the Tudors.
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I booked to stay in this hotel because I wanted a special hotel preferably with historic content, lovely peaceful surroundings, tasteful and with a fantastic restaurant with good service and friendly professional staff. I was not disappointed, from the beautiful exterior, gardens and moat with the black swans to the classically opulent decor and sitting rooms ( a lovely bar to sit and have a drink). Our room was no 12 and overlooked the entrance to the building . It was a good size room with a large bathroom (the toilet was a bit old and the bottom of the bath a bit worn, but it was very clean and did not bother me ) the bed was very comfortable and we had a very peaceful sleep. The views from the window were nice.. The food was of a very high standard. Malcolm the manager and his staff are a credit to this tasteful hotel. For very special occasions the suites are a must as I had a peek at one of them. We stayed in March but would like to return in summer time as it would be lovely to sit in the gardens and have a drink after dinner. If you have class and taste stay here, if you do not stay at the Travelodge.
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I could not fault the wondrous setting of this beautiful period building on the northern outskirts of Shrewsbury. Romantic, dreamy, and delightful. The dining and reception rooms are truly gorgeous, and everything is beautifully presented. The staff are friendly and warm.
Howevever, after being promised fantastic views of the Shropshire countryside (which are there, I assure you!) I was allocated Room 25 which is at the end of what feels like an annexe, although I'm assured it is very much part of the hotel. The room was very nice, would have been a bit tight for two, but the point is that from the window the view was over the car park. Cars were parked within inches of my only window and the countryside was pretty much obscured. The walls were the constituency of cardboard and I could hear everything from the room next door, in fact was awakened at 6.30am by loud sounds from the bathroom ..... which were not pleasant.
I was assured that there were 'truly lovely' rooms elsewhere in this 'annexe', as I was checking out, which didn't make up for my lack of sleep due to the noises from the adjoining room. Plus horrible lumpy pillows. It really felt as though I were in a cheap boarding house.
This was a shame as the evening had been delightful, lovely restaurant, good food, and excellent service. Unfortunately I discovered that my glasses of Sauvignon Blanc were charged at £10.50 each. Outrageous! Being told prices were displayed on the wine list was not good enough. Residents do not sign for drinks and I suggest that when you go to the bar and ask for a glass of white wine you ask to be advised of the exceedingly high prices and few choices. Shame. I do hate to be exploited.
Howevever, after being promised fantastic views of the Shropshire countryside (which are there, I assure you!) I was allocated Room 25 which is at the end of what feels like an annexe, although I'm assured it is very much part of the hotel. The room was very nice, would have been a bit tight for two, but the point is that from the window the view was over the car park. Cars were parked within inches of my only window and the countryside was pretty much obscured. The walls were the constituency of cardboard and I could hear everything from the room next door, in fact was awakened at 6.30am by loud sounds from the bathroom ..... which were not pleasant.
I was assured that there were 'truly lovely' rooms elsewhere in this 'annexe', as I was checking out, which didn't make up for my lack of sleep due to the noises from the adjoining room. Plus horrible lumpy pillows. It really felt as though I were in a cheap boarding house.
This was a shame as the evening had been delightful, lovely restaurant, good food, and excellent service. Unfortunately I discovered that my glasses of Sauvignon Blanc were charged at £10.50 each. Outrageous! Being told prices were displayed on the wine list was not good enough. Residents do not sign for drinks and I suggest that when you go to the bar and ask for a glass of white wine you ask to be advised of the exceedingly high prices and few choices. Shame. I do hate to be exploited.
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On arrival to this hotel the reception girl was very polite and helpful,the room was spotless and well decorated. The restaurant was excellent the food was so tasty and all the waiters were very good at there job. Then the trouble started we were woken up at 3.15 am by the sound of a water cistern constantly filling up from the room next door.this totally spoilt our night.breakfast was buffet style which was ok. We would have got a better nights sleep at the travelodge down the rd at a lot cheaper price!
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The Albrighton Hussey Manor Hotel is a beautiful old building set in gorgeous gardens, definitely worthy of a special occasion. We had a standard room for which we paid £95 a night, a fair amount for this part of the country. The bed was very comfortable, the shower was fantastic, and the added extras (free mineral water, home-made biscuits) were the icing on the cake. The restaurant was pricy, but we were not disappointed; the wine selection and cheese board alone are worth going for! Breakfast was equally well-received.
The only concern we had was the slightly over-bearing hotel management. The front of house and restaurant staff were all delightful, however:
There were several stern notices in full view of the paying customer saying things like "DON'T serve drinks until you've added them to the bill, I will be checking!"
We politely requested a late check out, to which the receptionist was extremely apologetic, explaining that she would have to charge us extra if we wanted to keep the room for an extra hour. Never before have we stayed in a place who would not offer you complimentary late check-out if the room was free! Sadly, this seems to indicate that the management prioritise making money over great customer service.
This minor issue slightly soured an otherwise lovely stay.
The only concern we had was the slightly over-bearing hotel management. The front of house and restaurant staff were all delightful, however:
There were several stern notices in full view of the paying customer saying things like "DON'T serve drinks until you've added them to the bill, I will be checking!"
We politely requested a late check out, to which the receptionist was extremely apologetic, explaining that she would have to charge us extra if we wanted to keep the room for an extra hour. Never before have we stayed in a place who would not offer you complimentary late check-out if the room was free! Sadly, this seems to indicate that the management prioritise making money over great customer service.
This minor issue slightly soured an otherwise lovely stay.
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A hotel with character and grace. This Tudor house is superb to the eye and the rooms are beautifully furnished and kept. the Staff could not do enough to help and the food was wonderful. Would stay again.
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stayed here on travel zoo voucher for eight course meal, booking in was very friendly, room comfortable watched ruby in lounge very nice. Meal was super all courses were of high standard very well presented waiting on staff were very friendly, super served breakfast. very enjoyable overnight stay , our second time and wont be the last.
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I was on a business stay so didn't get the chance to really appreciate this hotel however, it was comfortable, clean and all the staff I came into contact with were very friendly and helpful. Would certainly stay again.
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We booked an overnight dinner, bed and breakfast deal on one of the social deal sites.
The weather was so bad that we did not look around the outside of the building. As you approach, the old house frontage is spectacular, but the majority of the hotel appears to be a modern annex.
The reception is welcoming and the lady on reception was pleasant and efficient. We were quickly shown to our room. This was comfortable, clean and tidy. The shower in the bathroom was excellent. No complaints about the room at all.
Down stairs in the main reception area and the stairs to bedroom corridor, there is a strange smell....don't know if there has been a spillage in the past.. a slight musty smell.
There was enough places to sit and read or watch television, or sit and chat in the bar area.
Old fashioned decoration, that gave the areas a cosy and comfortable feel.
We found the the bar and restaurant staff very likeable and gave good service.
The gourmand meal was delicious and good value for money.
Overall a very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay there again, especially if part of a deal.
The weather was so bad that we did not look around the outside of the building. As you approach, the old house frontage is spectacular, but the majority of the hotel appears to be a modern annex.
The reception is welcoming and the lady on reception was pleasant and efficient. We were quickly shown to our room. This was comfortable, clean and tidy. The shower in the bathroom was excellent. No complaints about the room at all.
Down stairs in the main reception area and the stairs to bedroom corridor, there is a strange smell....don't know if there has been a spillage in the past.. a slight musty smell.
There was enough places to sit and read or watch television, or sit and chat in the bar area.
Old fashioned decoration, that gave the areas a cosy and comfortable feel.
We found the the bar and restaurant staff very likeable and gave good service.
The gourmand meal was delicious and good value for money.
Overall a very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay there again, especially if part of a deal.
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arrived yesterday evening and staying tonight also. wanted a change from the premier inn type scene, and on arrival I was straight away transported into the old style traditional hotel that I wanted. staff who were obviously determined to treat a guest well, chain hotels do not always manage this. honestly such good service I feel so much more relaxed than I have ever done in a chain hotel, no conveyer belt concept here. lovely service in the restaurant, the Rioja is amazing - for anyone wanting a nice glass of wine.the decor well it's a bit dated but somehow that is very relaxing for a business visitor, I won't say home from home as this is a lovely hotel with room service, power shower and the nicest manager I have had the pleasure to meet for some years, a true hotel welcome provided.To be able to sit in the cocktail bar very comfortably at the end of a working day, on my own and feel like a guest who is cared for, is worth the stay alone, again this would never happen in a chain hotel for me I would feel too uncomfortable. I would recommend giving the Albright a visit, I'm going to miss my cosy room and as I have never wanted to make that comment before,there must be something about the Albright Hussey. oh yes there is free wifi in all areas, great choice of tv channels, very comfortable bed, Abundance of pillows, filter coffee in the room, ... but one request would be more bathroom toiletries to soak in the bath with please, that would be the icing on the cake for a weary business lady.
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Absolutely beautiful building but let down by the adjoining bedroom block which had the most appalling smell. Don't expect an array of quality toiletries though as we were only provided with shampoo and shower gel. Bedrooms were adequate but in need of updating - flimsy old-fashioned curtains etc.
The staff are very friendly and helpful perhaps even over-friendly as I did not want to hear continuous chatter from the waiter whilst eating my breakfast. Just wanted to be left in peace! Coffee on our first morning was undrinkable so decided to have tea on 2nd morning. Thought I would risk the coffee on the 3rd morning and it was delicious!
On our first evening we went out for dinner and when we returned we couldn't park and had to go into the overflow car park which had no lighting and no indication as to which direction to walk to the hotel. It was freezing cold, dark and pouring with rain and was a fair walk. It seems there was an event on at the hotel that evening which was why we had difficulty parking. Perhaps a dedicated parking space for each hotel guest would be in order to prevent spaces being taken by people who are not staying overnight.
We ate in the restaurant on our final night and it was very good indeed. I should add that we were told we couldn't eat in the dining room on our first evening as there was a birthday party being held that night. We were informed of this by phone the previous day but another couple we met didn't find this out until they arrived. If you want a nice hotel for a quiet break then check first that there are no weddings or other events taking place.
The staff are very friendly and helpful perhaps even over-friendly as I did not want to hear continuous chatter from the waiter whilst eating my breakfast. Just wanted to be left in peace! Coffee on our first morning was undrinkable so decided to have tea on 2nd morning. Thought I would risk the coffee on the 3rd morning and it was delicious!
On our first evening we went out for dinner and when we returned we couldn't park and had to go into the overflow car park which had no lighting and no indication as to which direction to walk to the hotel. It was freezing cold, dark and pouring with rain and was a fair walk. It seems there was an event on at the hotel that evening which was why we had difficulty parking. Perhaps a dedicated parking space for each hotel guest would be in order to prevent spaces being taken by people who are not staying overnight.
We ate in the restaurant on our final night and it was very good indeed. I should add that we were told we couldn't eat in the dining room on our first evening as there was a birthday party being held that night. We were informed of this by phone the previous day but another couple we met didn't find this out until they arrived. If you want a nice hotel for a quiet break then check first that there are no weddings or other events taking place.
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My favourite restaurant in Shrewsbury. Nice to get away from town once in a while, and The Albright Husseys restaurant is in an amazing location just a short drive away. Swans, moat, landscaped gardens...! First class food and service.
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My husband and I got married here in September 2013 so we do have a soft spot for the Albright Hussey but with good reason. It is a beautiful tudor manor house full of charm and is extremely cosy and welcoming. The staff are all fantastic but special mention must go to Malcolm who is an absolute sweetheart and always makes us feel extremely welcome. Our latest visit was on the 28th December 2013 and as always, we had an excellent stay. The food on the evening was delicious and the full English breakfast was lovely. I would highly recommend the Albright Hussey to anyone.
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From start to finish the family enjoyed the stay. All staff were helpful and friendly throughout. The atmosphere was excellent and after a recent stressful few weeks, we all quickly got into the Christmas mood!
The food is excellent. We plan to do the same next year.
Book the Xmas pantomime on the Saturday before Christmas and have a truly relaxing stay as well.
The food is excellent. We plan to do the same next year.
Book the Xmas pantomime on the Saturday before Christmas and have a truly relaxing stay as well.
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On our arrival, the reception staff were polite but not over welcoming. Our room was in the new part of the hotel and was ok - nothing special.
The restaurant (in the old part of the hotel) was lovely. We had the 8 course tasting menu which we couldn't fault. The bar & restaurant staff were all very friendly and attentive. Service was excellent.
The restaurant (in the old part of the hotel) was lovely. We had the 8 course tasting menu which we couldn't fault. The bar & restaurant staff were all very friendly and attentive. Service was excellent.
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Spent a night here - including an 8 course gourmet tasting meal. The room in the newer part of the hotel was OK, but not wonderful. The dining room however was beautiful as it's in the old part of the hotel. The service from the moment we walked into the dining room bar was exemplary. Nothing was too much trouble, and Malcolm, the General Manager, was on hand to expand on the wine list and to make sure everything went smoothly. The staff were pleasant and efficient and the meal was a joy. Nicely balanced and cooked. The breakfast next morning was very good, with a range of locally sourced food, replenished on a regular basis so that everything tasted freshly done.
The only disappointment was that there was nowhere to sit and read. We had envisaged a manorial lounge with a big open fire and big comfy settees to lounge about on, where we could enjoy reading along with a cup of coffee. We were invited to pull up a couple of chairs in front of the fire [an open gas one] in the restaurant - but it wasn't the same.
Despite the lack of a lounge we enjoyed our visit. Malcolm clearly runs a tight ship - but always seems to have time to stop and chat. He is very entertaining and knowledgeable. A real asset to the hotel.
The only disappointment was that there was nowhere to sit and read. We had envisaged a manorial lounge with a big open fire and big comfy settees to lounge about on, where we could enjoy reading along with a cup of coffee. We were invited to pull up a couple of chairs in front of the fire [an open gas one] in the restaurant - but it wasn't the same.
Despite the lack of a lounge we enjoyed our visit. Malcolm clearly runs a tight ship - but always seems to have time to stop and chat. He is very entertaining and knowledgeable. A real asset to the hotel.
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The service was excellent in every respect. The food was also of just as high a quality and we were very pleased with the whole experience.
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The staff were very friendly and helpful with a very good knowledge of the menu.
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The Albright Hussey Manor Hotel is very friendly and the staff are informative.
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You may find it hard to locate this hotel, but the time-weathered building you arrive at, set in lovely partially-moated gardens hosting a pair of black swans, make the search seem worthwhile. Reception, bar, dining room and banqueting suite are housed in the beautiful old building; bedrooms in a newer annex. And it's that annex that, at least on our visit, had a strange, musty smell as you opened the doors on to a carpet that had seen better days and climbed the stairs.
Our room was fine - small, but nicely equipped (including home-made biscuits with the tea and coffee making facilities), and with a good Freeview television offering the full range of TV and radio channels. There was an excellent view out to surrounding countryside as well. Our large bathroom, with big, kidney-shaped bath, was excellent.
The hotel prides itself on its fine cuisine, and the tasting menus we enjoyed lived up to billing. Wine choice was also good.
There was a wedding party one of the nights we were there, and all the guests looked very happy with what they had been provided.
Hot dishes at breakfast were cooked to order, with an excellent choice. Sunday breakfast saw a hot buffet selection, but orders were also taken for items not on it such as kippers, smoked haddock or various eggs.
It is not cheap, though we were given a good deal, and overall seemed reasonable value although our room was smaller than we had expected at this sort of price..
Now, if only something could be done about that musty smell.
Our room was fine - small, but nicely equipped (including home-made biscuits with the tea and coffee making facilities), and with a good Freeview television offering the full range of TV and radio channels. There was an excellent view out to surrounding countryside as well. Our large bathroom, with big, kidney-shaped bath, was excellent.
The hotel prides itself on its fine cuisine, and the tasting menus we enjoyed lived up to billing. Wine choice was also good.
There was a wedding party one of the nights we were there, and all the guests looked very happy with what they had been provided.
Hot dishes at breakfast were cooked to order, with an excellent choice. Sunday breakfast saw a hot buffet selection, but orders were also taken for items not on it such as kippers, smoked haddock or various eggs.
It is not cheap, though we were given a good deal, and overall seemed reasonable value although our room was smaller than we had expected at this sort of price..
Now, if only something could be done about that musty smell.
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I stayed here for a friends wedding, I love this type of building. We stayed in the new part of the building though which was nice and close to the restaurant and event.
One of the best parts was Malcolm, we had a great time learning about port and wine.
I would recommend this place and I know my friend whose wedding it was would agree.
One of the best parts was Malcolm, we had a great time learning about port and wine.
I would recommend this place and I know my friend whose wedding it was would agree.
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