The Bell

Just returned from overnight stay at what is advertised online as 4 star hotel. Absolutely not! This is barely 2 star, at best. The double room was small, cold and extremely musty smelling, there was mould on the window frame, windows were full of condensation, bathroom mirror light didn’t work, shower was either boiling hot or freezing cold, the bath towels were more like hand towels (I’m average build) and you could hear every little sound from the people staying in the room next door. Also, being ‘so-called’ 4star I would have expected, in the least, the radiators be switched on prior to our visit, especially during winter months.. or is that too much to ask? Only positive was a comfy bed… Restaurant: bar and restaurant staff were extremely polite and engaging. Evening meal was great and gluten free options a real bonus! Breakfast was average at best .. on a whole, I would only ever recommend for evening meals.

Had a voucher from BuyaGift and used it for a 2 night bed and breakfast stay here. The Bell has very welcoming, friendly staff. Our room, while small, was perfect for what we needed. The bed was very comfortable and cosy and it was very clean and airy. Breakfast was great, plenty on the menu, and good tea and coffee. We had food both nights in the restaurant as we were so happy with the menu and the setting (open fire and spacious, warm, welcoming seating). The dairy and gluten free options were extensive, and it was nice to be able to choose from so many of the same menu options as the standard offering, though the dairy-free dessert was less extensive, just ice-cream/ sorbet. The food in general was lovely, clean plates and no complaints. Generally, it is a lovely, quiet, comfortable stay and ideal for visiting the Cotswolds, Worcester, and surrounding areas as long as you drive.