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Best Western Woodlands Hotel

Dundee , 13 Panmure Terrace (Show on Map)

8.0

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Best Western Woodlands Hotel is a great choice for those looking for a clean and comfortable stay in a lovely location. The hotel offers a diverse range of room options with many guests praising the clean and tidy rooms. The breakfast and dinner at the hotel's restaurant received high praise from guests with many describing the food as lovely and delicious. The staff at the hotel are friendly, pleasant and extremely helpful with many guests using passionate language to describe them. The hotel's leisure facilities, including the pool and spa, are well-maintained and inviting. The hotel also offers ample parking availability, making it a convenient and stress-free experience for those traveling by car. While some guests found the hotel to be a bit dated, overall, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel provides great value for money and is an ideal choice for families and those looking for a relaxing experience during their stay.
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Room Types

Standard Single Room The single room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This single room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Double Room The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Twin Room The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard King Room The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Double Room The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Triple Room The triple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This triple room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Superior Family Room The family room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room provides a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

King Room - Disability Access The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Family King Room - Non-Smoking The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. A sofa, a flat-screen TV, a carpeted floor and heating are provided in this double room. The unit offers 2 beds.

Small Single Room The single room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This single room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Small Double Room The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed. The units are located on the first or third floor in a building with no elevator.

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Guest Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Location

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel offers a great location in Broughty Ferry, just a short walk to the beach and the shore of Dundee. Situated in a quiet, beautiful area with plenty of parking, the hotel is a hidden gem outside the city centre. While it may be a little further out than anticipated, the location is easily accessible by car and public transport with bus services nearby. Guests enjoyed the nice suburban setting with trees and the convenience of walking to nearby shops and restaurants. The fantastic location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding tourist attractions. Overall, the location and staff make for a great place to stay in Dundee.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Best Western Woodlands Hotel has received high praise from guests. Many expressed satisfaction with the variety and quality of food on offer with several describing the breakfast as lovely or perfect. The buffet is well stocked and extensive, making it a filling start to the day. However, a few guests found the breakfast to be average or lukewarm with some noting that the scrambled eggs lacked taste. Despite this, others found the porridge to be lovely and some commented on the good value and efficiency of the food. The hotel's restaurant also received positive reviews with guests enjoying the dinner as well as breakfast. Tea and coffee facilities are available, but some guests noted that the pots of tea were not hot. While the breakfast menu was limited and prices fairly high for some, overall, the food at Best Western Woodlands Hotel was considered to be excellent and delicious by many guests.

Dinner

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel provides a in-house restaurant with a good selection of food on their dinner menu, which many guests praised as lovely and delicious. Several reviewers mentioned that the service was quick, although some staff in the restaurant seemed inexperienced and nervous. While some found the restaurant empty upon arrival, the food was said to be excellent and unpretentious from a set menu with generous portions that did not skimp on quality. Many of the meals were described as delicious and super fresh and overall the food was excellent and served with charm.

Rooms

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel offers a diverse range of room options with varying levels of comfort and cleanliness, as noted by guest reviews. Many guests praise the clean and tidy rooms with some even describing them as spotless. There are spacious and comfortable accommodations available, including huge rooms with spectacular bathtubs and showers, warm and spacious rooms and newly refurbished bathrooms. The beds are also described as comfortable and the overall cleanliness is second to none. However, some guests note that there are very small and outdated rooms that need renovation. There were also reports of issues such as dirty floors, broken locks and outdated decor. Overall, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms at an affordable price point in a lovely location.

Beds

Guests of the Best Western Woodlands Hotel have mixed opinions when it comes to the beds. Some describe the beds as being very comfy with one guest even enjoying their Super King bed. However, others found the beds to be rock hard or slightly uncomfortable. Some guests even complained about the pillows being too hard or likely not replaced since the 80s. While some were upgraded to a King size bed, they found that two singles pushed together did not constitute a true King bed and complained about the discomfort. A few guests also noted that the bedding and mattresses were not of great quality. Despite these negative reviews, others found their beds to be really comfortable or super comfy. Overall, it seems the quality of beds at the Best Western Woodlands Hotel varies and may depend on each individual room.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and comfortable stay, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel may be just the place for you. Many guests have praised the hotel's second to none cleanliness with spotlessly clean rooms and bathrooms that are cleaned daily. The leisure centre, which includes a pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub, is also well-maintained and inviting. However, some guests have reported cleanliness issues in the women's changing rooms and certain dated parts of the hotel, such as stained carpets and outdated decor. Despite these minor issues, most guests have found the hotel to be clean and tidy with friendly staff who go out of their way to ensure that guests have a pleasant stay. Plus, the hotel is very hygiene and covid safety aware, making it a great choice for those who are looking for a safe and clean stay.

Staff

Guests rave about the staff at the Best Western Woodlands Hotel, referring to them as friendly, pleasant and extremely helpful. The reception staff are especially praised for their efficient and professional manner with some guests commenting on their ability to book taxis and offer great communication. The dining room staff are also mentioned positively for being pleasant, accommodating and attentive to guests. However, a handful of reviewers noted that the restaurant staff seemed inexperienced or nervous when dealing with customers. Some guests also complained about reception staff who were unfriendly or unhelpful, but these were the exception rather than the rule. Overall, guests rate the hotel's personnel highly with many using passionate language like "amazing," "exceptional," and "top quality customer service" to describe them.

Spa

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel offers guests the opportunity to indulge in relaxing spa facilities during their stay. While some reviewers felt that the use of the leisure club was overpriced, others enjoyed the good facilities and the clean and inviting pool and spa area. The leisure spa was described as superb with a good size pool, fantastic Jacuzzi/hot tub, well-equipped gym and clean sauna. The hotel has nice spa facilities, including a swimming pool and spa, which makes it a hidden gem worth discovering. Despite the extra charge to use the leisure facilities, guests found the spa to be good value and worth the cost with one reviewer stating that it was amazing. Additionally, the staff was described as spot on and the jacuzzi was a particular highlight. In summary, if you are looking for a relaxing experience during your stay, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel's Leisure Club is a must-visit.

Pool

Guests of the Best Western Woodlands Hotel enjoyed the lovely indoor swimming pool and other lovely leisure facilities such as a well-equipped gym. However, some guests found the pool a bit cool for February while others noted that it was a bit dirty. Some were disappointed by the extra charge for guests to access the pool and other leisure facilities while others appreciated them being free. The pool was described as a good size and fantastic, though some thought the jacuzzi wasn't very warm. The hotel bar and pool were quite busy, leaving nowhere quiet to relax except for the room. Despite this, some guests raved about the pool and had it almost to themselves and some granddaughters loved the hotel due to the pool. However, some found the extra fee to access the facilities a bit mean, especially since the pool was small compared to municipal pools that offer waterslides.

Parking

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel is a great choice for travelers looking for a hotel with great parking options. Many guests have commented on the ample parking availability on the hotel grounds, making it a convenient and stress-free experience for those traveling by car. Additionally, guests have praised the hotel's location and while some have mentioned that the car park is situated under trees and may result in bird droppings, this hasn't detracted from the overall positive parking experience. From easy booking and reasonable prices to a clean and convenient parking facility, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel is an ideal choice for guests traveling with their own vehicles.

Family

Families looking for a great spot to stay with their kids need not look further than the Best Western Woodlands Hotel. This hotel is loved by families and is a go-to destination for a lovely little break that even teenagers will enjoy. The facilities are just right for a short family break with the pool being a particular highlight for children. The hotel also offers spacious family rooms that come with a bath and shower, perfect for families with young children. Although the climb up to the rooms may not be suitable for those with mobility problems, for most guests it's not an issue. Convenient for visiting family, this hotel is a family favorite providing a fabulous stay with brilliant facilities.

3 Star

The Best Western Woodlands Hotel is a decent budget hotel that provides great value for money stay with excellent facilities. However, some guests think the hotel needs a little tender loving care as it looks a bit dated inside. While some believe that the hotel should be a four-star, some sites rate it as a passable three-star hotel. Despite this, repeat guests appreciate the facilities offered by the hotel and the food served in the restaurant is tremendous. The hotel is good value for money, but others note that it is not exceptional. Unfortunately, a few guests were extremely disappointed with their stay, citing that the rooms were a little tired and outdated and needed an update.

Accessible

Based on guest reviews, the Best Western Woodlands Hotel has both accessible and non-accessible rooms. Guests who stayed in a disability room found it suitable for their needs. However, some rooms, particularly those located on the higher floors, can be difficult for guests with mobility issues as there are no lifts. The hotel is easily accessible by car. The soap dispenser for the wash-hand basin was too far away, causing water to drip on to the floor. The shower gel dispenser over the bath was also too high up for some guests. It is recommended that guests should inquire about the availability of accessible rooms or lifts at the time of booking to ensure they get the most suitable accommodations.

Yes, Best Western Woodlands Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Best Western Woodlands Hotel.

No, Best Western Woodlands Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Best Western Woodlands Hotel.

Yes, Best Western Woodlands Hotel has a gym.

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