Parking is easy, directly outside but does cost you £12.00 to park for the evening, although on both of my stays here the receptionist has waived the charge without me asking. Nice touch–  it always pays to be nice and smile at Check-In desks!

Check-in is always very friendly and helpful, rooms are a good size.  Some a little more modern than others.  Family rooms come with a sofa bed and a king.

The health club (Livingwell) has a fairly large sized pool with a sauna and steam room and a gym with plenty of equipment to keep you occupied.  There is no additional charge to use the facilities, it is all included within your room rate.

If you really want to start your holiday off the right way, book in at the spa for a relaxing massage or a pedicure!  With two children I could indulge in neither of those two things, but settling for a splash around in the pool and tiring them out was enough for me.

Now time for dinner

The onsite al la carte restaurant (Millers) requires a booking (although I’m sure in reality will be happy to accept a walk in).  It’s a nice setting and a little more ‘upmarket’ than eating in the lounge.  Food also good.

We chose, on this occasion to not to punish those enjoying a delightful evening meal and instead took our two very excited children to eat in the large open space lounge. A pleasant environment, friendly staff, good service, a great selection of cocktails and the food was exceptionally good, far better than we would have expected! It all appeared to be home-made food including the children’s fish fingers and chicken nuggets, very tasty.

All in all a pleasant stay at a pleasant hotel. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and will definitely be back for a further stay next time we need to be in the area.

For £90.00 for a mid-week room (booked on Booking.com in August 2017) for a family of four and to be a 5min drive to the airport, you can’t beat it!!