Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Attentive staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Uncomfortable room quality
High entertainment prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.14
The room was not clean with dead flies on the windowsill and dirty mirrors.
Service
9.61
Staff were attentive and eager to help during our stay.
Location
9.15
The hotel is located in a beautiful area with stunning grounds.
Room Quality
6.6
The room had an uncomfortable mattress and poor lighting.
Amenities
9.13
Overall amenities were adequate, but some areas were in need of maintenance.
Value for Money
7.59
Entertainment pricing was perceived as expensive, not providing good value.
Food and Beverage
9.64
Food during the NYE party was amazing given the mass preparation.
Overall Experience
9.11
A mixed stay with great entertainment but several room-related issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:17

Property Description

Historical Charm and Modern Comforts

Originally a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, Coombe Abbey now stands as a luxurious 4-star hotel offering a unique blend of historical charm and modern comforts. The elegant rooms, adorned with historical artifacts, provide a glimpse into the past while ensuring a comfortable stay with amenities like free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.

Fine Dining and Unique Experiences

Indulge in a culinary experience at the hotel's à la carte restaurant, offering a changing Sunday lunch menu and delightful afternoon tea at the Garden Bar. For a truly unforgettable experience, immerse yourself in a magnificent medieval banquet held every weekend. Coombe Abbey also hosts themed events, ranging from murder mysteries to ghost tours, ensuring there's always something exciting to look forward to.

Picturesque Surroundings and Tranquil Ambiance

Set in 500 acres of picturesque grounds, the hotel offers stunning views of the courtyard, lawns, and tree-lined drive from every room. Whether you're exploring the beautiful surroundings or relaxing in the tranquil ambiance, Coombe Abbey promises a memorable stay filled with history and luxury.

Book your stay at Coombe Abbey now for a perfect blend of history, luxury, and unique experiences.

Important information:

Children pay for breakfast as taken.

For dining at the hotel's restaurant, prebooking is essential otherwise a dinner reservation cannot be guaranteed. Guests can use the contact details found on the Booking confirmation.

The dress code for the restaurant is smart/casual - no denim or trainers are allowed.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 10 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old 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

8.5
Based on 3943 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.14
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 9.13
Value for Money: 7.59
Food and Beverage: 9.64
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Tina • couple • gb
10
Our location location stay!!
Pros:

Location is wonderful!

Cons:

Very dark inside and no air con!.
Had to wait ages for lunch to be served due to a backlog of cream tea orders.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Attended hotel for a charity event. Great location. Characterful buildings.
Pros:

Character. Size of bedroom. Staff friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Bedroom was very dark. Shower was good but could have been improved with a hand held shower as well.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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soniacC4503MG • Couples
10
Ola was amazingly helpful
Pros:

Ola was amazing! Her customer service skill was brilliant. Will visit again x

2026-07-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Paula • couple • gb
8
Was a lovely place glad I did it
Pros:

Love the old features here and the space

Cons:

Was a few power cuts through the night which then resulted in generators starting up which was noisy so woke me up and then had a bad nights sleep

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Abidlqbal1 • solo_traveller • gb
2
Pros:

Area location was amazing!

Cons:

No portable AC or lack of working fans

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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carl • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely place and great value , room was lovely

Cons:

Room was dirty , lots of dust on wood and tv

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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HeatherSteed • Couples • Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England
10
10 year anniversary getaway in a heatwave!
Pros:

Coombe Abbey truly is a special place, the stunning setting, the beautiful historic building and grounds. All the staff go above and beyond for guests.My husband and I are very appreciative of how hard everyone was working, especially in a heatwave!. We stayed for two nights for our 10 year wedding anniversary, we wanted to stay in the Lady craven suite for two nights but it wasn't available for both dates. However the reservations team accommodated us with a feature room (which was beautiful ) for our first night and our second night, (our actual wedding anniversary) we were able to stay in the lady craven suite. The staff arranged for our bags to be taken for us to our new suite. The move was extremely smooth. Breakfast and both evening meals were delicious and the service from the staff was top notch. When a guest on another table became unwell due to the heat, the care and help given by the staff was wonderful,whilst still ensuring a smooth service to other guests in the restaurant.Very professional and kind!.I must also mention Anthony of Abbey Punts, the experience we had with him was magical! and his knowledge of the history of coombe is fascinating. Booking in with him is a must!.This was our third stay and definitely won't be our last!. Thankyou for a wonderful stay the Steed's

2026-06-30 • via Tripadvisor
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KKKKKate • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful Hotels for special occasions
Pros:

Excellent customer services.
The hotel was a dream as always.
We stayed in 5 different rooms, and everyone in our group fell in love with this place.
The garden restaurant was beautiful and breakfast was wonderful.

Cons:

There were so few lights in the room, after sunset it was really really dark..
Facilities... The hotel is really old, so understandable, but our shower was making a very loud noise when taking a shower..

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Julian • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

I loved being in Park Priory this time. This was my 2nd stay. 1st time i was in main hotel building in a beautifully upholstered, but small room, so I was surprised to find myself in a much larger room! It was lovely. Superbly comfy bed. Staff were v helpful & friendly, especially the Portuguese lady.

Cons:

The time taken to be served Afternoon Tea. We waited over an hour before waitress came to take our order, on a very warm day!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • extended_group • au
10
Wonderful stay at Coombe Abbey
Pros:

We absolutely loved Coombe Abbey! It's a beautiful building with simply fantastic decor and facilities. The gentleman who checked us in was incredibly helpful and gracious, and even upgraded one of our rooms. We loved the grounds, the breakfast, and the general ambience. Hope to come back!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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342chrisd • Couples • Knebworth, Hertfordshire, England
10
Great Visit
Pros:

Great experience and wonderful settings. The food wasn’t the best but everything else made up for it. Special shout out to Bhargav on reception he was was incredibly efficient, polite and helpful

2026-06-29 • via Tripadvisor
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carolynk251 • Couples • Leicester, Leicestershire, England
8
Beautiful setting
Pros:

A really beautiful hotel in very pretty setting. We had a lovely evening meal and huge room.
A few niggles - our toilet seat (underside) hadn’t been cleaned and had poo splatter, the tables were dirty outside and bar wasn’t serving outside. The set-up for breakfast is ridiculous - we all have to crowd in a small room to get toast, hot breakfast and drinks - really annoying and needs sorting.
We still enjoyed our stay and didn’t let things ruin it.

2026-06-29 • via Tripadvisor
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marycat_12 • Couples • Nantwich, Cheshire, England
6
Beautiful setting,good food, Not so great hotel rooms
Pros:

Looks impressive but on the hotel side a lot could be improved. Hotel building itself lovely, gardens very impressive. Yes,we stayed in the heatwave. Rooms exceptionally & unbearable hot. Made it very uncomfortable. No drinking water supplied. Shower taps and sink taps very stiff. Lights flickering. Waterfall showers so impossible to shower without getting hair wet. Room not enough plugs. None near bedside. Had to borrow an extension lead. Pillows old and misshapen.
Only one luggage trolley for whole hotel.
Food very good. Staff very attentive. Not enough bar staff on duty.
We hired the court house for a meet and greet and gala dinner. Unbearable hot and no ice at the bar.
Location excellent ,Food and staff great, Rooms need vastly improving.

2026-06-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Burke • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

This is a beautiful abbey

Cons:

No fridge in the room

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
10
Very loyal staff excellent standards
Pros:

Staff and the heritage

Cons:

Na

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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FrequentFlier599635 • Couples • Hardingstone, Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
10
Hotel stay & Medieval Banquet
Pros:

What a fun evening at the Banquet.
Fun antics from the entertainment, superbly conducted around the 4 course meal.
Bawdy humour, well-rehearsed so as not to overstep the mark.
Kitchen and serving staff did an excellent job in ensuring our food was served hot & in a timely fashion. Plenty of tasty food accompanied by lager (Stella) & Red & white wine. Two bottles & a large jug of ale was plenty for 4.
Greeted by the team with a glass of lovely mead.
Dressing up was well worth doing - some people only wore headgear such as a fool’s hat. Finished off with a disco to round off the evening.
Hotel has marvellous character due to its age. Our room felt quite stately. There is a hairdryer & tea facilities. Only enhancement would be bottled water in the room.
Lovely tasty breakfast in the bright & airy Garden Room was the perfect finish to our stay. We found the reception & reception team to be friendly & welcoming!
Would love to go again!

2026-06-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Russ • couple • gb
3
Wish we hadn’t
Pros:

Reception desk staff very good

Cons:

Room had no air con, no fans, poor decor, small bed, bar staff under resourced, unfriendly staff at breakfast

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee