Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.9 (643 reviews)
Climping, Nr Arundel , Arundel , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent, friendly and helpful staff
Outstanding food and dining options
Beautiful location and grounds
Indoor/outdoor spa and pools
Charming, historic character and courtyard dining
Cons:
Guest rooms can be uncomfortably hot (small windows, fan not always effective)
Some rooms lack in-room fridge and feel antiquated
Spa access limitations and occasional overcrowding by members
Small spa changing rooms and limited toilets; no parasols by outdoor pool
Spa food and drinks perceived as overpriced by some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Not specifically mentioned in the reviews; assigned target overall rating as standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.5
Staff repeatedly praised as exceptional, professional and friendly; many reviews say staff 'couldn’t do more' and were very helpful with dietary requirements.
Location
9.3
Multiple mentions of beautiful grounds, idyllic and peaceful setting, close to the beach and unspoilt coast; location is a clear strength.
Room Quality
7.6
Mixed comments: some rooms described as excellent, others 'a bit hot' during heatwaves, small windows, lacking fridges and in one case 'too antiquated' — overall weaker than other areas.
Amenities
8.4
Spa, indoor/outdoor pools and facilities are highlighted as a major plus, but there are recurring issues (limited spa access/hours, small changing rooms, few spa toilets, no parasols and some missing in-room fridge).
Value for Money
8.7
Generally positive comments on food and dining value ('felt like good value'); a few notes about spa food/drinks being overpriced, but overall perceived as good value.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Food repeatedly described as excellent/divine/fantastic/sublime; dinner and breakfast praised, courtyard dining enjoyed — clear strong point.
Overall Experience
9.4
Many glowing overall impressions ('magical', 'our new favourite', anniversary celebrated, '10 out of 10'); consistently positive stay experiences despite a few room/amenity issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 08:54

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Facilities
Set in 30 acres of private parkland, Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa offers an indoor and outdoor pool, modern spa, fitness centre, and tennis courts. The rose-clad courtyard is perfect for light lunches and traditional afternoon teas.

Elegant Accommodations
All rooms feature a private bathroom, satellite TV, and views of the grounds. Choose between medieval or contemporary décor in the Superior room type for a unique stay experience.

Fine Dining Experience
Indulge in modern English cuisine at the Tapestry Restaurant with its medieval architecture and tapestry-hung walls. Private dining options include the conservatory, music room with a log fire, or the original Norman chapel.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please note children's swimming times are between 10:00 - 11:00 and 15.30 - 17:00 daily.

When booking for 9 people or more, different policies, dining restrictions in the restaurant and supplements, will apply.

Please note for reservations made within 4 days of the day of arrival, full payment for the stay is required upon check-in.

Please note that children (up to and including 11 years old) receive complimentary bed & breakfast when sharing a room with an adult, with additional meals and drinks charged as taken. Bed & breakfast for children aged 12 to 15 years old is £25 per child per night when sharing a room with an adult, with additional meals and drinks charged as taken (with the adult booked on a bed & breakfast or dinner, bed & breakfast package).
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 643 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Jo • couple • gb
6
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
8
As wonderful as always
Pros:

An excellent setting with lovely staff and outstanding food. In addition, it is very dog friendly.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have a lock on the bathroom door. Also, if they run out of something, like a specific bread it would be better to ask the customer what they would like in its place.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Karl • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very nice stay, would come again.
Pros:

The rooms were large and very comfortable. The spa was nice for a short break and very clean and well maintained. Grounds and setting were very nice. Food was all nicely presented and well prepared with a small but good menu.

Would stay again.

Cons:

There are some small areas for improvement..
- vegans need protein too. We stayed for two dinners and one lunch and, while the food was nice, there was a lack of protein. (beans, tofu).
- vegan and vegetarian options lacked variety - with only one option available for vegans.
- while I dont expect a Saunameister to patrol the facilities there was a worrying lack of sauna etiquette with people drinking and applying cream in the sauna - which polutes the air and defeats the main purpose of the sauna.
- the gym is rather small - though fine for a short stay

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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stephen • couple • gb
9
Superb hotel to feel like a country historical retreat and enjoy any weather conditions .
Pros:

The staff were outstanding very polite and helpful. The surrounding grounds were amazing and the games rooms and facilities excellent. The food standard wes wonderful both Breakfast and dinner. The Spa facility was good with two pools to choose from.

Cons:

Our room was terribly noisy with a generator on all the time even at night. it was near the kitchen area and we could hear regular dumping of bottles and other things to the bins and we would not stay in that area again. Also because the room is right next to the hotel and there is no double glazing we could hear every conversation as people walked by.I felt the Spa area woodwork is badly deteriating and looked like it needed a bit of presevative as very soon will be beyond repair.It didnt look safe on the balcony area!! The room could do with better lighting as it seemed very dark with all the lighting against one wall.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • couple • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • couple • gb
8
Very relaxing on our 45th Wedding Anniversary . A fabulous treat!
Pros:

Lovely surroundings, pools and spa area were a delight on a sunny day. Dining was lovely, and food was fabulous.

Cons:

Bed very uncomfortable to be honest, As this was a special occasion, it was a little disappointing, but having said that, the staff and surroundings more than made up for it.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gb
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • couple • gb
9
Fantastic - will definitely be back!
Pros:

Exceptional! The approach to the accommodation is beautiful. The Hotel itself is something from a fairytale - you're instantly transported to a by-gone era. Our room was upgraded upon arrival and was fresh & clean with everything we required.
The staff were attentive and professional finding the balance of leaving you to enjoy the peace, whilst also actively seeking you out to check you're catered for no matter where you decide to sit within the hotel grounds. The communication from the Reception team prior to arrival was also fantastic.
The spa was inviting, non-pretentious and clean with comfortable footwear, towels and robes provided. Really couldn't ask for more!

Cons:

The shower was exceptionally slow to drain, taking only a minute or two to completely fill the tray to overflowing. It meant the shower needed to be switched off every 30 seconds to allow to drain before proceeding. The sink was also similar, running the tap for a couple of seconds resulted in a full-ish sink that then took a minute or so to drain.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
4
Glad we tried it wouldn’t come again
Pros:

The grounds and the rooms where great

Cons:

The spa treatments where not good, the jacuzzi x2 both. Or working paid a very high amount for treatment to have to lay on a waterbed, was not good at all treatment it’s self was not great, but very polite

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Good food, excellent room.

Cons:

Children use of the spa/ swimming pool area to restricted.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Good facilities, great food and drinks.

Cons:

Limited internal seating, when none residential functions on site.
Children usage of spa to restricted.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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samantha • couple • gb
6
Average, poor canter for money
Pros:

Pretty grounds

Cons:

Not well maintained

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Celinka • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Pam • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Archie,the peacock.The grounds,the spa looked good although we did not use it.The staff were exemplary. The exterior of the building.The breakfast.

Cons:

The hotel is dangerously dark inside to the point my husband used a torch to reach room(Weftlowe)and to open door.It is too expensive.We stayed at The Hillton,Park Lane, in AprilI paid half of the cost of this hotel.We stayed(we were upgraded)in a suite..the food at The Hilton as at The Landmark and The Brasserie of Light is about two thirds of the price at Baliffscourt.The wardrobe door in the room did not close,we rescued 2 large insects in the room(put them out of the window)The window surrounds are rotting(my husband designed Terminal 3 at Heathrow as well as hotels in London!)The bed was too small...we are not that big.The beverages are under par(coffee at breakfast.tea bags ,coffee bags in room)

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
10
Would recommend to all my friends and business Paul Taylor 07710024400
Pros:

Excellent team great restaurants service first class Paul Taylor

Cons:

Amazing but no shaving mirror, could do with more space for hanging clothes for dinner ladies please

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Clive • couple • gb
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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audrey • couple • gb
10
A perfect, relaxing weekend with great food and very pleasant walks in the vicinity
Pros:

Relaxing atmosphere, delicious food and great staff who couldn’t be more friendly and helpful!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
10
Heavenly stay in Climping
Pros:

The outdoor pool was divine, excellent dinner and delicious breakfast.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Federica • couple • it
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
10
beautiful traditional English hotel in the countryside
Pros:

beautiful setting laid back atmosphere

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee