Old Rectory

Hotels
8.9 (898 reviews)
Lowe Hill Road , Wem , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable and well-located
Cons:
Some decor needs updating
Additional beds were not comfortable

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.65
Genuinely friendly, helpful staff; exceptional service experience.
Location
9.15
Great location, quiet area, easy to find.
Room Quality
8.15
Room was a good size, comfortable, but some decor needed touch-ups.
Amenities
8.65
Varieties in the breakfast menu and options available for dietary restrictions.
Value for Money
8.65
Bar snacks were cheap with good portions.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Excellent breakfast with plenty of choices; beautifully presented food.
Overall Experience
9.15
Very enjoyable stay with high satisfaction overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:49

Property Description

Charming Georgian House with Beautiful Gardens

Elegantly Furnished Rooms: Each room is uniquely styled, showcasing antique furniture and offering private bathrooms. Many rooms provide picturesque views of the walled gardens, adding to the charm of your stay.

Picturesque Grounds and Conservatory: Explore 3.5 acres of well-maintained gardens, featuring a peaceful conservatory overlooking vibrant flowers, lush lawns, and fruit trees. Perfect for a relaxing stroll or enjoying a quiet moment surrounded by nature.

Delightful Dining Options: Indulge in light snacks throughout the day and evening, and treat yourself to a traditional Afternoon Tea upon request. Dietary needs are accommodated with pleasure, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience for every guest.

Experience the elegance and tranquility of our Georgian house - book your stay at the Old Rectory today!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children 1 year old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children from 1 year old to 17 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 1 year old and over stay for £15 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 898 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Elia couple us
10
The staff is so friendly and helpful. Thank you!!
Pros:

The location. We were visiting a dear friend, it was easy to get around the village.

Cons:

It was lovely.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Truesdale family_with_children ie
8
Very friendly staff, beautiful location and great breakfast
Pros:

Breakfast was fantastic, such a treat these days to have a freshly cooked breakfast delivered to the table- warm delicious pan au chocolat too!

Cons:

Bathroom was a little dated

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Aherne couple gb
10
Fabulous hotel, book now !!
Pros:

The staff were so attentive, and couldn't do enough for you, the breakfast was amazing especially the scrambled egg, I would highly recommend this hotel it's amazing and the location is stunning, keep up the excellent work, we will definitely be returning in the future 👍

Cons:

Nothing, everything was exceptional

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
P
paul solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Clean tidy and well kept

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
B
Brian couple gb
10
Excellent will definitely recommend without hesitation... thank you to everyone
Pros:

⁹breakfast

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
L
Liam couple gb
10
We stayed twice now to go hawkstone park for the motocross it’s only 15 mins from the track , both times the stay was j
Pros:

Perfect very welcoming , staff very nice and nothing is too much trouble .perfect stay we have been twice now 😁

Cons:

Nothing just perfect

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
S
Susan solo_traveller gb
8
Cons:

The bedroom was hot and a little claustrophobic.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
D
dianne family_with_children gb
10
Absolutely fantastic.
Pros:

The building was really beautiful and the facilities were great. The staff were absolutely lovely especially Kate, who was very attentive. The breakfast was very tasty and there was plenty of food, it kept was full for hours.

Cons:

There wasn't anything that we didn't like. Everything was fantastic.

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
E
Emma couple gb
10
Pros:

Super friendly staff, beautiful house, very clean and lovely food :)

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
A
Ajax solo_traveller gb
9
Quiet hotel not suitable for kids
Pros:

Quiet
I must emphasise this - a big plus with me. I have stayed in too many noisy places where other guests are inconsiderate
Ample breakfast in pleasant dining room
Parking space

Cons:

Wem is OK but.hardly exciting and just rough in places.
Toilet did.not flush properly

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
J
Jackie couple gb
8
Cons:

Only issue was it was cold in the room. We were in RM 10

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
9
Friendly and comfortable
Pros:

Very friendly staff and great breakfast.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
C
Clive couple gb
9
Pros:

Staff, comfort and food.

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
D
david couple gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

A beautiful hotel in a great location staff were fantastic from checking Natalie on the reception at the time was very friendly and welcoming. Went to our then came down to the bar for a drink and ordered some food and it turned out Natalie was doing everything that night. Got up for breakfast Which was well organised and again the staff in the morning were fantastic nothing was ever to much trouble other hotels could learn from how this is run

Cons:

There was nothing not to like superb place

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
I
Ian solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Joanna family_with_children gb
10
Charming hotel, would love to come back.
Pros:

Wonderful family owned and run hotel with a fantastic history and a super bunch of staff.
Very comfortable and well-equipped rooms. Traditionally decorated and charming. The grounds are lovely too.
Breakfast was scrumptious and generous provision of teas and coffees in the room. Felt good value and would thoroughly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing, all spot on.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
I
Isabel couple gb
10
We will return when next needing somewhere in the area to stay
Pros:

Lovely building, friendly staff, good breakfast

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
6
Very quiet even though hotel was full
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and freshly made.

Cons:

The bathroom was tired and needs a makeover. The shower head placed on the taps could not be put on the wall bracket by my partner because it was too high.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
I
Ian couple gb
8
Pros:

Good parking. Lovely building.

Cons:

Room a bit on the small side as was the en-suite but adequate

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
R
Richard couple gb
8
2026-01-15 via Nuitee