Local Reviews
In April 2009, HHowells said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
My husband and I stayed in the De Vere Whites Hotel whilst attending a family Christening in Bolton. The novelty of staying in a hotel built into the actual stadium building was certainly a deciding factor when choosing accommodation, as well as the price being fairly reasonable (although I do feel that breakfast being included in the price would have made the price easier to swallow!) On arriving at the stadium/hotel we were very impressed with the entrance and reception area- very modern, vibrant and really quite classy. The receptionist was very friendly and professional. The bedroom was clean and well-equipped, however on closer inspection there were aspects of it that were looking a bit shabby; the desk had quite a few chips in it and the edges of the carpet were starting to look warn. Moving onto the bathroom, the mirrors were all chipped around the edges and the grouting between the floor tiles and likewise the wall tiles were looking grubby and worn and I'm not sure whether this was down to poor cleaning or just age (the hotel is now 9 years old and I just feel that it's time for them to start carrying out a bit of maintenence/redecorating). Also some little touches were lacking slightly for the expected standard of a 4* hotel, for example there was only a bar of soap and a minature shampoo- no shower gel, conditioner, shower cap etc that you often get in the bathroom. All the above comments are fairly minor however (just an honest account) and on the whole the bedroom and bathroom were clean, but just starting to show signs of age! We phoned for room service as we arrived just too late to catch restaurants or take-aways nearby. The receptionist had told us that we could order anything from the menu before midnight. It was 11.30 and when the girl arrived with the food she had a bit of a whinge at us that the chef wasn't happy because he'd just put all the food back into the fridges when the order came through! We thought it a bit unprofessional of her to point that out considering the high price of the room service menu! The food wasn't very nice at all! Likewise most of the elements of the breakfast were of poor quality compared to most 4* hotels we have visited. Ending on a high note, there was a fantastic gentleman called John on the concierge desk who when we asked if we could have a look at the football ground itself, was more than accommodating and took us up to the 'Reflections' restaurant area where there was a huge window with a pitch view and proceeded to tell us all about the history of the stadium and gave us an on the spot tour! I cannot praise him enough! In conclusion, the general appearance of the hotel, public areas, corridors and rooms was clean, modern and vibrant. Looking at things more closely there were tell tale signs that some renovation work is now due. The staff on the whole were very friendly and helpful, but the food , considering its price (neither the room service menu nor the breakfast- £7.50 per head) was not of a particularly high standard. I would recommend the hotel to friends/family but I would advise people to eat outside the hotel including breakfast- there is a big Tescos Extra directly next door to the stadium and I'm sure that a nicer and cheaper breakfast could be enjoyed there!
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In April 2009, erebus said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Stayed here over Easter with my wife and two adult children. Found the hotel rooms comfortable and clean, and the service friendly and efficient. Breakfast was very good, with self-service and good choice of food. They allowed one of us with special dietary needs to eat their own food in the dining room and not be charged.
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In May 2009, Alison S said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
We took advantage of a special offer of £19 per room per night for this hotel chain, for our wedding anniversary. De Vere Whites, while supposedly being much more upmarket than we normally use, provided us with a very ordinary room, a small bathroom with cracked tiles, and absolutely NO soundproofing whatever from the surrounding rooms. My husband was able to quite clearly hear, at one point, somebody actually using the toilet in an adjoining room! There was a connecting door between ours and the next room, and it felt as though its occupants were sharing with us. When I rang reception to ask for a move, they told me they were fully booked and were sorry that they couldn't oblige.
Having been forewarned on this site to avoid the restaurant, we ate out and only used the hotel for breakfast. £7.50 is the average charge in budget hotels for that, and average is the word I'd used to describe the breakfast. Tasteless scrambled egg was not my idea of good quality, although the rest of the available food was of an acceptable standard.
I certainly wouldn't return.
Having been forewarned on this site to avoid the restaurant, we ate out and only used the hotel for breakfast. £7.50 is the average charge in budget hotels for that, and average is the word I'd used to describe the breakfast. Tasteless scrambled egg was not my idea of good quality, although the rest of the available food was of an acceptable standard.
I certainly wouldn't return.
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In May 2009, Susie said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Stayed at De Vere Whites over Easter with my husband and two teenagers. We had an interconnecting room which I found great.
We stay here quite often and the staff acknowledge this.
The rooms are very nice and quite a good size. Reasonably comfortable beds with typical white bedding for standard of hotel.Coffee and tea making facilities, trouser press,hairdrier and I think (not sure) iron and ironing board. T.V with digital channels.
Leisure facilities very nice. Towels provided.
Breakfasts are £7.50 and are average. Not eaten in restaurant as we like to go out to our old favourite restaurants.
Great location, hotel built into the Reebok Stadium. Lot`s going on around. Train station a few minutes walk away with trains to Bolton/ Manchester or Blackpool.
My husband and I are Bolton born and bred but we moved away 8 years ago. We like this hotel and given the choice on offer in the area it is up there with the best and I would recommend.a stay there. Going again Bank Holiday weekend.
We use this hotel as a base to visit family and friends. It`s great for friends to come and join us in the bar/lounge for a drink as there is plenty of room there.
We stay here quite often and the staff acknowledge this.
The rooms are very nice and quite a good size. Reasonably comfortable beds with typical white bedding for standard of hotel.Coffee and tea making facilities, trouser press,hairdrier and I think (not sure) iron and ironing board. T.V with digital channels.
Leisure facilities very nice. Towels provided.
Breakfasts are £7.50 and are average. Not eaten in restaurant as we like to go out to our old favourite restaurants.
Great location, hotel built into the Reebok Stadium. Lot`s going on around. Train station a few minutes walk away with trains to Bolton/ Manchester or Blackpool.
My husband and I are Bolton born and bred but we moved away 8 years ago. We like this hotel and given the choice on offer in the area it is up there with the best and I would recommend.a stay there. Going again Bank Holiday weekend.
We use this hotel as a base to visit family and friends. It`s great for friends to come and join us in the bar/lounge for a drink as there is plenty of room there.
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In May 2009, shirley1 said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Booked in just for the 1 night, found it without any problem. Check in no problem and then found our room.
Very clean and comfy, we then used the swimmingpool etc, had a very relaxed afternoon.
Went for Breakfast at a cost of £7.50 a head but as we only paid £19. for the room felt it was very good value for 2 adults.
Lovely breakfast and very attentive staff.
Would love to go back really enjoyed our short stay
shirley
Very clean and comfy, we then used the swimmingpool etc, had a very relaxed afternoon.
Went for Breakfast at a cost of £7.50 a head but as we only paid £19. for the room felt it was very good value for 2 adults.
Lovely breakfast and very attentive staff.
Would love to go back really enjoyed our short stay
shirley
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In June 2009, Owch said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Just spent a wonderful weekend at Whites!
The hotel is elegantly integrated into the Bolton football stadium, which, for a football stadium, is a thing of beauty (pity the next door retail park didn't show a bit more design imagination!). Inside the public areas are impressive and the check in staff were friendly and cheerful.
The room and bathroom were modern, classy, clean and had a magnificent view of the football pitch! It was either a shame or a blessing that there was no match on. It was certainly one of the more unusual views I've had from a hotel bedroom. The bed was comfortable, the room had air-con (not required that often in Bolton if the weather for our weekend was anything to go by!).
The hotel is a long way from Bolton, it's actually in the neighbouring town of Horwich. This is actually not a bad thing because, whilst Horwich itself is nothing to write home about, it is on the edge of some rather pretty hill walking country. There is a train that goes from outside the hotel which takes you to Bolton in about 1/4 of an hour, Manchester in half an hour or Blackpool in, er, not long! The retail park next door has a Vue muliplex cinema and there are a few (bland chain) places to eat there too.
We had buffet breakfasts in the hotel which was very good really for the price with a decent selection of hot and cold food. The bar and restaurant in the hotel looked nice but the prices were higher than the places surrounding the hotel so we didn't eat or drink there.
The pictures of the swimming pool and fitness facilities looked nice but we didn't use them.
All in all it's a proper, modern hotel - there aren't a lot of those in and around Bolton. Basically why would you want to stay anywhere else around the area if you can get a decent deal and stay here?
The hotel is elegantly integrated into the Bolton football stadium, which, for a football stadium, is a thing of beauty (pity the next door retail park didn't show a bit more design imagination!). Inside the public areas are impressive and the check in staff were friendly and cheerful.
The room and bathroom were modern, classy, clean and had a magnificent view of the football pitch! It was either a shame or a blessing that there was no match on. It was certainly one of the more unusual views I've had from a hotel bedroom. The bed was comfortable, the room had air-con (not required that often in Bolton if the weather for our weekend was anything to go by!).
The hotel is a long way from Bolton, it's actually in the neighbouring town of Horwich. This is actually not a bad thing because, whilst Horwich itself is nothing to write home about, it is on the edge of some rather pretty hill walking country. There is a train that goes from outside the hotel which takes you to Bolton in about 1/4 of an hour, Manchester in half an hour or Blackpool in, er, not long! The retail park next door has a Vue muliplex cinema and there are a few (bland chain) places to eat there too.
We had buffet breakfasts in the hotel which was very good really for the price with a decent selection of hot and cold food. The bar and restaurant in the hotel looked nice but the prices were higher than the places surrounding the hotel so we didn't eat or drink there.
The pictures of the swimming pool and fitness facilities looked nice but we didn't use them.
All in all it's a proper, modern hotel - there aren't a lot of those in and around Bolton. Basically why would you want to stay anywhere else around the area if you can get a decent deal and stay here?
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In June 2009, ljg1006 said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Paid £25 a night for what I thought was room only basis for myself, husband and ds (1). Decided to treat ourselves to breakfast each morning at a cost of £7.50pp then on check out found out it was included in the £25 price!! Bargain!
Hotel itself was lovely, staff very friendly and really good with ds. Pool was small but big enough for what we used it for, didn't use the gym but it looked well equiped and clean. Didn't eat main meals in the hotel so can't comment on them.
Room was a bit Holiday Inn Express like but clean and quiet, all public areas were clean and tidy.
Horwich Station is 5 minute walk and £3.20 return to Manchester - another bargain!
Would definately return if I could get the £25 deal again.
Hotel itself was lovely, staff very friendly and really good with ds. Pool was small but big enough for what we used it for, didn't use the gym but it looked well equiped and clean. Didn't eat main meals in the hotel so can't comment on them.
Room was a bit Holiday Inn Express like but clean and quiet, all public areas were clean and tidy.
Horwich Station is 5 minute walk and £3.20 return to Manchester - another bargain!
Would definately return if I could get the £25 deal again.
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In June 2009, AJKayEss said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
Very deserving of it's tourist board inspected **** rating. Reception staff all very professional, courteous and helpful, as were all the domestic staff I came in contact with. My room was very clean and well made up on my arrival, and fitted out with a very comfortable Emporer sized bed and high quality furniture and furnishings. Breakfast was one of the best I've ever had in a UK hotel, and couldn't really be improved upon.
That old adage of "You get what you pay for" certainly does NOT hold true for accommodation in my experience. I paid literally £1 more for my room here, than my room the following night at The Pack Horse Hotel in Bolton town centre... which was an absolute disgrace by comparison with the De Vere White in every way.
I usually make a point of not recommending hotels to others, simply because such opinions are subjective by definition. Thus what I like, someone else may not. That said, I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to anyone; singles, couples and families. You can get some exceptionally good room rates too if you're prepared to spend time surfing the net. I only stayed one night (sadly), but I got my room for a genuine discount of more than fifty pounds off the normal rates after booking through laterooms. It felt like a real "go on, go mad, spoil yourself" hotel, but on this occasion at least, for a price almost half what you would expect to pay at a never-too-pleasing Travelodge, never mind a proper **** hotel.
That old adage of "You get what you pay for" certainly does NOT hold true for accommodation in my experience. I paid literally £1 more for my room here, than my room the following night at The Pack Horse Hotel in Bolton town centre... which was an absolute disgrace by comparison with the De Vere White in every way.
I usually make a point of not recommending hotels to others, simply because such opinions are subjective by definition. Thus what I like, someone else may not. That said, I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to anyone; singles, couples and families. You can get some exceptionally good room rates too if you're prepared to spend time surfing the net. I only stayed one night (sadly), but I got my room for a genuine discount of more than fifty pounds off the normal rates after booking through laterooms. It felt like a real "go on, go mad, spoil yourself" hotel, but on this occasion at least, for a price almost half what you would expect to pay at a never-too-pleasing Travelodge, never mind a proper **** hotel.
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In July 2009, Q-the-Review said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
On arrival I was greeted with a smile and check in was a pleasant affair with no problems. The room was a good size, very clean and contained all the usual things you would expect. The bathrooms was again very clean.
I ate in the restaurant in the evening and couldn't fault anything from the food or the service. There was plenty of choice on the menu, something for everyone.
Breakfast was a good choice of cooked and continental.
The only downside was I thought £15 for internet access was a bit expensive.
All in all a good hotel and certainly good value for money so I will certainly stay here again when I am in the area.
I ate in the restaurant in the evening and couldn't fault anything from the food or the service. There was plenty of choice on the menu, something for everyone.
Breakfast was a good choice of cooked and continental.
The only downside was I thought £15 for internet access was a bit expensive.
All in all a good hotel and certainly good value for money so I will certainly stay here again when I am in the area.
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In July 2009, CleethorpesGtfcfan said about Bolton Stadium Hotel
stayed here at short notice when left another hotel suddenly due to unsatisfactory expwerience as late booking got good rate on pitchsuid eview room .this is a nice hiotel with friendly staff has a small but nice pool and breakfast is ok minor quibble aircon came on automatically quite early in morning but minor point heaven athough after hotl i had been in previously
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