The Wookey Hole Inn
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Summary of reviewsThe Wookey Hole Inn is widely commended for its exceptional setting, nestled in a picturesque village just two miles from Wells and close to Wookey Hole Caves. Its prime location is ideal for nature lovers, providing great opportunities for countryside walks and convenient day trips to key attractions like Glastonbury and Cheddar. The inn's charming garden further enhances the serene and rustic atmosphere, making it an attractive retreat for a peaceful getaway.
In terms of dining, The Wookey Hole Inn excels with both breakfast and dinner offerings. The full English breakfast is particularly celebrated for its quality and taste with guests labeling it as one of the best they've ever had. Despite minor service delays and additional charges, the breakfast experience remains overwhelmingly positive. Dinner receives similar acclaim with standout dishes like perfectly cooked steak and a must-try chocolate volcano dessert. Although the menu may be limited and prices slightly high, the consensus is that the food is fabulous with a significant emphasis on local and pub cuisine.
Accommodations at The Wookey Hole Inn are spacious, comfortable and blend traditional charm with modern amenities. Rooms feature unique details such as roll-top baths and high ceilings, offering a welcoming and homely atmosphere. While some rooms could benefit from updates and modernization, the overall feedback on cleanliness and aesthetics is positive, highlighting the large and airy feel of the accommodations.
Guests consistently praise the staff for their exceptional warmth and friendliness. The team, especially Karen, Richard and the owner, are noted for their attentiveness and delightful customer service. The family-run establishment is celebrated for creating a welcoming environment, contributing significantly to guests' positive experiences.
The inn's beds are generally described as very comfortable with many guests likening the pillows to clouds. However, there are occasional remarks about bed frames and mattresses needing updates for improved comfort.
Additionally, the Wookey Hole Inn shines as a dog-friendly destination, warmly welcoming pets and ensuring both dogs and their owners have an enjoyable stay. This pet-friendly approach makes it an attractive option for travelers with furry companions.
In summary, The Wookey Hole Inn offers an idyllic countryside retreat with excellent dining, comfortable accommodations and exceptional hospitality, making it a highly recommended choice for both leisure and nature enthusiasts.
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In terms of dining, The Wookey Hole Inn excels with both breakfast and dinner offerings. The full English breakfast is particularly celebrated for its quality and taste with guests labeling it as one of the best they've ever had. Despite minor service delays and additional charges, the breakfast experience remains overwhelmingly positive. Dinner receives similar acclaim with standout dishes like perfectly cooked steak and a must-try chocolate volcano dessert. Although the menu may be limited and prices slightly high, the consensus is that the food is fabulous with a significant emphasis on local and pub cuisine.
Accommodations at The Wookey Hole Inn are spacious, comfortable and blend traditional charm with modern amenities. Rooms feature unique details such as roll-top baths and high ceilings, offering a welcoming and homely atmosphere. While some rooms could benefit from updates and modernization, the overall feedback on cleanliness and aesthetics is positive, highlighting the large and airy feel of the accommodations.
Guests consistently praise the staff for their exceptional warmth and friendliness. The team, especially Karen, Richard and the owner, are noted for their attentiveness and delightful customer service. The family-run establishment is celebrated for creating a welcoming environment, contributing significantly to guests' positive experiences.
The inn's beds are generally described as very comfortable with many guests likening the pillows to clouds. However, there are occasional remarks about bed frames and mattresses needing updates for improved comfort.
Additionally, the Wookey Hole Inn shines as a dog-friendly destination, warmly welcoming pets and ensuring both dogs and their owners have an enjoyable stay. This pet-friendly approach makes it an attractive option for travelers with furry companions.
In summary, The Wookey Hole Inn offers an idyllic countryside retreat with excellent dining, comfortable accommodations and exceptional hospitality, making it a highly recommended choice for both leisure and nature enthusiasts.
Family Friendly Hotel
The Wookey Hole Inn, sister property to the Wookey Hole Hotel, provides comfortable accommodation with easy access to the Wookey Hole Caves. This setup is ideal for families looking to combine comfortable lodging with convenient access to local attractions.
4-Star Hotel
Located near Wookey Hole Caves, this inn offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, and a bar. It features a garden and is situated not far from Wells Cathedral. The inn is praised for its location and comfortable accommodations.
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Hotel with Parking
Small Hotel
Guest Reviews
The Wookey Hole Inn offers a superb location, nestled in a quiet village setting in the countryside. This rustic village pub is just 2 miles from Wells and very close to the famous Wookey Hole Caves, making it incredibly convenient for visitors looking to explore these attractions. The beautiful and serene environment provides excellent opportunities for walks in the hills, making it a delightful retreat for nature lovers.
Guests praise the inn's positioning, which is well situated for day trips to Glastonbury, Cheddar and Wells. The village itself is lovely with the inn placed conveniently opposite the Wookey Hole Caves. For those visiting family or seeking a peaceful getaway with a touch of novelty, the location is described as ideal. Additionally, it's only a 30-minute drive to the seaside town of Burnham on Sea, adding to its charm.
The Wookey Hole Inn's old building adds to the charm and its heart-of-the-village location further enhances its appeal. A nice garden offers a pleasant area to relax after a day of exploration. The convenience and idyllic setting of this inn make it a highly recommended spot for those wishing to experience the countryside while staying close to key attractions.
The Wookey Hole Inn receives high praise for its breakfast offerings with many guests describing them as freshly cooked, excellent and lovely. The hotel's full English breakfast, in particular, stands out for its taste and quality with some guests labeling it as exquisite and even the best they've ever had. The cheese omelette garners special mention as exceptional. Despite some reviews noting delays in service and additional charges for hot breakfast options, most guests appreciate the delicious and varied selections available. The relaxed atmosphere of the country pub setting adds to the positive experience and dog owners are pleased that their pets can join them during breakfast. Overall, the Inn’s breakfast receives strong recommendations, particularly for its exceptional English breakfast.
The dinner experience at The Wookey Hole Inn receives high praise for its quality and taste. Many guests commend the food as fantastic, lovely and delicious, often highlighting specific dishes like the perfectly cooked steak and the must-try chocolate volcano dessert. The atmosphere of the inn further enhances the dining experience, making it enjoyable and memorable. Reviewers frequently note the superb and exceptional dinners with some describing the food as far exceeding their expectations. The pub cuisine is described as tasty and the local food is appreciated for its deliciousness. While the menu may be somewhat limited, the overall consensus is that the food is fabulous with full marks to the chef for skillful cooking. Although a few guests found the dinner prices to be slightly high and the evening meal not always satisfactory, the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Additional highlights include the exquisite English breakfast and the fine selection of good beer. Overall, dining at The Wookey Hole Inn promises a delightful culinary experience.
The Wookey Hole Inn offers an impressive range of rooms that have consistently been described as large, spacious and comfortable. Guests frequently appreciated the ample size of the bedrooms and found them to be perfect for a relaxing stay. The decor maintains a blend of traditional and modern elements, featuring exposed wooden floors, high ceilings, large windows and some unique details like roll-top baths and quirky layouts.
Rooms are generally clean, beautifully decorated and feature a lovely, airy atmosphere that adds to the charm of the historic building. Many reviews highlight the welcoming and homely feel of the accommodations. Despite a few minor issues such as loose bathroom door handles or high mirrors, the overall sentiment about the cleanliness and aesthetics of the rooms is very positive.
The distinctive and quirky nature of the room layouts, combined with modern touches, creates a memorable and unique lodging experience. While some might find the rooms slightly tired and in need of some decoration updates, the overall experience remains widely appreciated with many guests praising both the size and comfort of their rooms.
The beds at The Wookey Hole Inn generally receive positive feedback for their comfort. Many guests describe the beds as super comfortable with some even likening the pillows to clouds. Comments about comfortable and comfy beds are frequent, indicating a high level of satisfaction for many. However, some guests noted issues with bed frames being awkward and mattresses needing an update, describing them as thin, tired or decades old. There are occasional remarks about beds being too hard or lumpy due to the platform around them. Overall, while the majority of guests appear to find the beds comfortable, there are areas for improvement to ensure a consistently pleasant sleeping experience for all.
The Wookey Hole Inn receives mixed feedback regarding its cleanliness. Many guests highlight that their rooms were clean, tidy and well-maintained with spacious and comfortable accommodations. Some appreciated the modern feel of their rooms. The whole building also garnered positive remarks for cleanliness standards.
However, there are some recurrent criticisms about the decor and fixtures. Several reviews pointed out that the room decor looked faded and needed updating. Others specifically mentioned that the bathrooms showed signs of aging with mould on the grout and the absence of showers as notable issues. Despite these points, it seems the staff's hospitality often left a positive impression on visitors.
In sum, while the Wookey Hole Inn generally maintains good cleanliness standards, several rooms might benefit from modernization and more thorough maintenance to address specific aging elements.
At The Wookey Hole Inn, the team is praised for its exceptional warmth and friendliness. Guests consistently highlight the incredibly welcoming atmosphere, noting how the staff goes above and beyond to make everyone feel at home. Karen, Richard and the rest of the team, including the owner, are frequently mentioned for their attentiveness and friendly demeanor.
This family-run establishment with its sweet and chatty staff, is celebrated for providing delightful customer service. Reviewers describe the service as fantastic with staff who are not only polite but also gracious and efficient. Despite a few comments suggesting occasional lapses, the overwhelming sentiment remains positive, emphasizing the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff.
In summary, the staff at The Wookey Hole Inn play a crucial role in creating a pleasant experience for their guests, consistently providing high-quality service marked by warmth and attentiveness.
The Wookey Hole Inn stands out as a highly accommodating destination for travelers with dogs. Guests consistently highlight the dog friendly nature of the establishment, mentioning that their pets are made to feel welcome and special. The inn's atmosphere is described as very dog friendly, making it a perfect place for those traveling with their furry friends. Both dogs and their owners find the experience wonderful and enjoyable with frequent praise for how well dogs are treated. This pet-friendly approach ensures that guests and their pets have a delightful stay at The Wookey Hole Inn.
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Location
Guests praise the inn's positioning, which is well situated for day trips to Glastonbury, Cheddar and Wells. The village itself is lovely with the inn placed conveniently opposite the Wookey Hole Caves. For those visiting family or seeking a peaceful getaway with a touch of novelty, the location is described as ideal. Additionally, it's only a 30-minute drive to the seaside town of Burnham on Sea, adding to its charm.
The Wookey Hole Inn's old building adds to the charm and its heart-of-the-village location further enhances its appeal. A nice garden offers a pleasant area to relax after a day of exploration. The convenience and idyllic setting of this inn make it a highly recommended spot for those wishing to experience the countryside while staying close to key attractions.
Breakfast
Dinner
Rooms
Rooms are generally clean, beautifully decorated and feature a lovely, airy atmosphere that adds to the charm of the historic building. Many reviews highlight the welcoming and homely feel of the accommodations. Despite a few minor issues such as loose bathroom door handles or high mirrors, the overall sentiment about the cleanliness and aesthetics of the rooms is very positive.
The distinctive and quirky nature of the room layouts, combined with modern touches, creates a memorable and unique lodging experience. While some might find the rooms slightly tired and in need of some decoration updates, the overall experience remains widely appreciated with many guests praising both the size and comfort of their rooms.
Beds
Cleanliness
However, there are some recurrent criticisms about the decor and fixtures. Several reviews pointed out that the room decor looked faded and needed updating. Others specifically mentioned that the bathrooms showed signs of aging with mould on the grout and the absence of showers as notable issues. Despite these points, it seems the staff's hospitality often left a positive impression on visitors.
In sum, while the Wookey Hole Inn generally maintains good cleanliness standards, several rooms might benefit from modernization and more thorough maintenance to address specific aging elements.
Staff
This family-run establishment with its sweet and chatty staff, is celebrated for providing delightful customer service. Reviewers describe the service as fantastic with staff who are not only polite but also gracious and efficient. Despite a few comments suggesting occasional lapses, the overwhelming sentiment remains positive, emphasizing the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff.
In summary, the staff at The Wookey Hole Inn play a crucial role in creating a pleasant experience for their guests, consistently providing high-quality service marked by warmth and attentiveness.
Dog Friendly
No, The Wookey Hole Inn doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Wookey Hole Inn.
Yes, The Wookey Hole Inn welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at The Wookey Hole Inn.
No, The Wookey Hole Inn doesn't have a gym.
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