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Facilities
Property facilities
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Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Parking
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Restaurant
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Room service
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Family rooms
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Pets allowed
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Luggage storage
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Safety deposit box
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Fax/photocopying
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Facilities for disabled guests
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Packed lunches
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Non-smoking throughout
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Board games/puzzles
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Kid meals
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Outdoor furniture
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Coffee Shop on site
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Pet bowls
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Pet basket
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Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Cashless payment available
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Fire extinguishers
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First aid kit available
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Contactless check-in/check-out
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Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
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Smoke alarms
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Key access
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Food delivered to guest room
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CCTV outside property
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Front desk (limited hours)
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Free wired internet
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Snack bar/deli
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Self parking (surcharge)
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Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Internet access
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Housekeeping on request
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Private picnics
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Reception hall
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Japanese garden
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Secured parking
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Bicycle-friendly property
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Property Description
Historic Charm and Modern Luxury
The Speech House Hotel, originally a hunting lodge for King Charles II, now offers modern facilities and luxurious rooms while preserving its period features. Situated in the heart of the Forest of Dean, just 5 miles from the stunning Wye Valley, this hotel is a perfect blend of history and comfort.
Elegant Accommodations and Dining
Choose from rooms in the main house or courtyard, some with forest views and four-poster beds. Enjoy traditional decor, Freeview TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Indulge in modern European cuisine at the Verderer’s Court restaurant with its beamed ceilings, or opt for lighter fare at The Orangery.
Convenient Location for Exploring
Only a short drive from attractions like Dean Forest Steam Railway and Dean Heritage Centre, the hotel also provides easy access to Chepstow Castle, Gloucester, and Cheltenham. With proximity to the M4 and M5 motorways, The Speech House Hotel is an ideal base for exploring the region.
Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of history and luxury at The Speech House Hotel.
Guests are required to show a credit card upon check-in.
There is likely to be music until 24:00 on the weekends, which can be heard from some rooms.
For group bookings, the first nights accommodations will be taken 24 hours prior to arrival at the hotel.
Please note pets are allowed on ground floor courtyard rooms only; excluding four poster rooms.
Charges of £15 per dog per night will be applied.
This property offers 24-hour room service. Between 21:00 - 07:00 it is sandwiches only.
Please note that payments are made on arrival at the hotel. Accepted Payment Methods- Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro and Solo. The hotel does not accept Delta Card Payments.
Property Policies
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Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
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Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
Children from 4 years old to 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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Guest Reviews
Very generous Full English Breakfast, Other options good. EMILY in Orangery was exceptional. She was very helpful to us.
Orangery food was good. Beautiful gardens and flower beds.
In no way did the Hotel acknowledge it was my 80th birthday, apart from Receptionist wishing me a Happy Birthday. Most hotels we have stayed in throughout the World have celebrated my birthday in some small or big way.
Room was tiny, but we had to have a ground floor room as there is no hotel lift. Verderers' Restaurant was closed during our stay.
Location
Being charged an extra £15 because my small dog was with me.
The Staff are very hospitable warm n helpful.. also there was an elderly lady with the staff that was really good and eager to tell about the history and about the locals.. interesting facts about the Forest people and the Verderers. Sorry I forg9t her name.
Ottima posizione vicino alle attrazioni principali. quando ho avuto un problema lo staff è stato molto attento ed efficiente.
Ho soggiornato in una stanza all’esterno della struttura principale e c’era un po’ di polvere e i mobili sono alquanto datati. La wifi dell’albergo non raggiungeva la stanza in cui soggiornavo quindi non be ho potuto usufruire. Tv estremamente datata. Ho provato ad usare l’asciugacapelli ed ha iniziato a fare scintille perché era rotto. Per la sicurezza dei clienti queste cose dovrebbero essere controllate in anticipo oppure segnalate come malfunzionanti. Inoltre alcune prese nella stanza non funzionavano (come quella a cui era connesso il bollitore.
As described, very friendly staff at the bar.
Just a bit tired and dated really. Could do with freshening up in the rooms.
Nice room but noisy as right on main road.
Not much room to sit and chat with family.
nice surroundings friendly and helpful staff and excellent breakfast
The food offerings were excellent. The room was a good size and well presented
Much of the decor, carpets, furniture in the public areas was dated and needed an upgrade
Food was nice in the orangery, and staff were friendly .
After booking which was not refundable if I cancelled, I had an email to say dogs are £15 each. I have 2 dogs. This was not stated when I booked.
We had the twin in the white cottage for one night.
The toilet did not flush properly, even flushing a few times it was not flushing away.
Bulb was not working on lamp next to the bed.
The walls are paper thin, we was woken by doors banging and talking as well as them having loud sex.
Did not sleep well at all.
We have stayed before in the the main house, the four poster bedroom which was excellent.
Loved the history of the hotel. The dining room was full of history , it was clean and tidy everywhere. The staff were very friendly
I will say the traffic outside was quite noisy. And I just thought there would be a lift ( my fault for not asking) my husband struggled with the stairs he'd had a heart operation last year , they were quite steep and alot of them ,
Warm and courteous welcome at reception. Interactive and polite staff. Choice of TV programs, pleasant decor.
Having to climb two flights of stairs with my suitcase laptop bag and handbag.
Excellent location
A bit dated
Full of character
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