Plymouth Copthore Hotel

Advantages: Great Location
Disadvantages: More of a Good 3* Hotel than a 4* Hotel.

...I have mixed views on the Plymouth Copthorne Hotel. I have stayed here numerous times, and have experienced a variety of services from "average" to "good". Official details about the hotel (and booking rates) can be found here: http://www.benbow.org.uk/CopthornePlymouth.htm First of all, I have never had a "bad" experience in the Copthorne. There have been times where an issue arose, but this was then sorted out by the front desk staff. Saying that, the issue shouldn't have arisen in the first place. Pro's : Great Location in the center of Plymouth. If you are travelling by train, it is a 3 minute walk away from the station (or a really cheap taxi ride!). The prices - especially for weekend deals - can be competative compared to other hotels / B&B's in the area. They have parking under the hotel for hotel guests...

sbenbow 03.10.2008 · Read review
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Review of Copthorne Plymouth, Plymouth

A stunning hotel perfect for weddings

Advantages: Beautiful building and grounds
Disadvantages: Disabled access is poor

...to charge us £10 a head for the evening buffet but when we told them that we couldn't really afford that they asked us what we could afford and did what they could for that amount which was great. We met with the wedding coordinator numerous times and she was amazing throughout the whole thing. She couldn't do enough to help us and kept in contact regularly. On the actual day everything went smoothly and it really was a dream. I'd definitely recommend this place not only to get married in but to just take a look at. If you are visiting Plymouth at anytime go and take a look it will take your breath away. The room we had was a bridal suite with a luxury four poster bed and large bathroom. It costs £150 for this room, but prices range from £70 to £150. In conclusion, it's one of the most dated and beautiful hotels in Plymouth...

bruffyboy 29.12.2008 · Read review
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Review of Boringdon Hall Hotel, Plymouth

A good, 'Sound' Hotel!!!

Advantages: Central Location.
Disadvantages: Red-light district!

...Before I start, the 'Sound' bit is from the Plymouth Sound. the water between Plymouth docks and the break water. ------------------ Best Western Duke of Cornwall Hotel - Plymouth Devon The Best Western Duke of Cornwall Hotel is set in the heart of Plymouth city centre directly opposite the Plymouth Pavilions where a lot of concerts and shows are held. The hotel is also a ten minute (max) walk from Plymouth Ferry port or 5 minutes (max) to drive. Plymouth airport is only 5 miles away. It is also well positioned for city centre shopping and the well renowned Union Street, all of which will be explained in full later. --------------- The Hotel:- The hotel proudly holds 3 Stars and 1 Rosette for the restaurant. It is an exceptionally unusual looking hotel in Victorian Gothic style. And from what I am aware it is...

nuttynaomi 12.12.2005 · Read review
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Review of Best Western Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth

A Bad Nights Sleep at Plymouth Travelodge

Advantages: Good location
Disadvantages: Lumpy Beds, Noisy

...A recent trip to Plymouth meant I needed to book a hotel for the night for me and my partner - but due to low funds it needed to be something cheap and cheerful. Enter the local Travelodge. I have to admit to having never stayed in a Travelodge before, but had heard that they were a cheap alternative. ~~Price~~ I have to say that I was quite shocked at how much one night would cost as I have stayed in cheaper and more luxurious places than this before. Unfortunately we couldn?t find a room anywhere else in Plymouth for that night due to various events that were taking place in the city. The Travelodge we eventually looked at didn?t have any standard double rooms available so we had to go with the family room which ended up costing us £79! I have to say these are not the type of prices I am used to hearing people quote when...

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Review of Travelodge Plymouth, Plymouth

Hotels in plymouth

Advantages: Copthorn price. Grand Decor
Disadvantages: Copthorn location. Grand price.

...I have stayed in two hotels in plymouth. First the Copthorn hotel and then this year the Grand hotel on the sea front. I stayed at the Copthorn first because it was closer tothe university which I was visiting. Overall, I enjoyed my stay at both the hotels I visited. The only problem in the Grand was the bar. Although always open it was not always manned. The bar in the copthorn was alot bussier so was always manned. Both of the sets of rooms stayed in were exceptionally clean and well made. The Grand was in a more traditional style, which I though would suit the older visitor. The copthorn more modern in general design. I ate in both the hotels, and have since ate in the copthorn again on a sunday. Both the meals were delightful, although differed considerably in price. The staff in both hotels were perfect and always...

cdgwilt 20.01.2001 · Read review
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Review of Plymouth in General

Forget wedding bells, more like alarm bells :-(

Advantages: gorgeous venue, lovely setting great history.
Disadvantages: shame about the staff!

...married in and which year. Things couldn't seem more perfect but we came back down to earth with a thump when we thought back to what the wedding co-ordinator had told us "You will need to put a deposit down this week else we can't guarantee any dates. We looked through the dates she had free and finally decided on the 14th June 2008. We then arranged another visit to pay the deposit and sign a booking form. Now within a week £500 was a lot to find however we were assured by the woman that this deposit was just to secure a date and if we later changed our minds she would work with us to sort it out. So great we paid the deposit and signed a 'bride/groom details form'. A few months passed and we got in touch with Boringdon as we wanted our parents to see the place. When we contacted the hotel there was another co-ordinator working there...

leofluffy69 19.04.2008 · Read review
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Review of Boringdon Hall Hotel, Plymouth

All you need in a hotel

Advantages: central location, decent rooms
Disadvantages: none

...The Holiday Inn in Plymouth is located on Armada Way, up towards Plymouth Hoe. This is a good central location for the Hoe, the Barbican and the city centre, which are all within walking distance. There are 211 rooms in the hotel, all of which have tea and coffee making facilities, colour TV, desk, bathroom and wardrobe. Each room has individual temperature controls. Rooms available include family, wheelchair accessible ones and also non smoking rooms. If need be, there are several auxiliary aids available. These include portable induction loops, vibrating pillow and flashing light alarms, large print menus and refrigerated medicine storage. There is a car park at the hotel which is a multi story car park. There is also a small open air car park across the road which seems just as secure. When parking, my advice is to use the open...

razzer246 26.04.2009 · Read review
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Review of Holiday Inn Plymouth, Plymouth

Plymouth

Advantages: Sea and country not far apart
Disadvantages: Old city miles from the rest of UK

...I was born and bred in Plymouth and moved away at 26 years old because of work. I visit family about once a month and in my mind Plymouth is the best city in the world, but it does have faults. I have attemped to give an insight in Plymouth under varying sub headings so the reader can pick out info relevant to them. HISTORY Plymouth has alot of it. The Pilgrim Fathers sailed from here from Mayflower steps, still evident today. The most famous person is Sir Francis Drake who led the battle against the spanish armada from his bout the Golden Hind. His home Buckland Abbey is only a few miles inland towards Dartmoor. Allegedly, Sir Frances finished his games of bowls before sailing, but apparently it was low water and he could not sail even if he wanted to. Upon the famous Plymouth Hoe is a statue honouring him. Another large piece...

otherapy 21.10.2005 · Read review
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Review of Plymouth in General

Plymouth University!

Advantages: Great atmosphere, lovely city, friendly supportive staff and students!
Disadvantages: None.

...Plymouth is a great city making it a good choice for a University. If you are thinking you need to get away from the busy life of the bigger cities Plymouth might be the place for you! But don't think that means Plymouth doesn't have the shops, nighlife and great surroundings you expect from your time in Uni... it does! Plymouth is a relativley small city with only approx 250,000 people, this is for some a negative but for me and many others the real beauty of the city. Plymouth Uni is located right in the centre of the city, only 5 minutes max from the main shopping centre and the main campus is in sight of some of the main student orientated bars! The University has a really good, newly re-furbished library with most of the literature you could possibly need for any subject. It has a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with plenty...

annatrixie 30.07.2005 · Read review
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Review of Plymouth University

The Strand Palace Hotel

Advantages: Central location, clean
Disadvantages: Food, rooms

...We stayed at this hotel in London a little over a month ago now for two nights, we chose this hotel mainly because of the central location and because it was only a ten minuite walk from the show we had booked to go too. Check in was very quick - About ten minuites and the staff at the reception seemed very friendly. My first thoughts on the hotel was that it looked really clean and that it was nicely decorated and it looked modern. I was a little dissapointed with our room as it was very small and basic, our room had a double bed, tea and coffee making facilities, a tv with satellite and a small, basic en suite bathroom with a shower. The views from our room very very poor - A block of offices which made our room dark as they were so close. The hotel has two bars and two resturaunts, the bars were again nicely decorated...

kate44 03.05.2007 · Read review
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Review of The Strand Palace Hotel, London