Billesley
The Billesley Manor Hotel
Sarah Richardson
Deal Expert
Why We Love This Hotel
- This 17th-century manor is set in 11 acres of Warwickshire countryside and has a 100-year-old topiary garden
- The hotel boasts a library said to have been used by William Shakespeare
- There is an extensive health club with a gym, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a steam room
Overview
Steeped in history, this Elizabethan manor house boasts 11 acres of grounds incorporating a 100-year-old topiary garden, a fountain and an 11th-century church where William Shakespeare is said to have married Anne Hathaway.
The pretty town of Stratford-upon-Avon, where you'll find Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Mary Arden's Farm, is less than 10 minutes away by car. Warwick, known for its massive Norman castle, Charlecote Park, Tudor World and Ragley Hall (considered one of England's finest Palladian mansions) are all less than 20 minutes' drive away.
Facilities at the hotel include a health club with a gym, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna and a steam room, plus tennis courts, a yoga hut and beauty rooms. Alternatively, guests can relax in the library, which was reputedly visited by Shakespeare himself.
The hotel's Stuart Restaurant is split into two areas within the old manor house: an oak-panelled dining room and The Great Hall, which has a minstrels' gallery.
Rooms are split between the Manor House and the Cedar Barns (a short walk from the main building). Standard and Superior Rooms are mainly located in the Cedar Barns. All have traditional décor and views of the hotel grounds. Wi-Fi is free.
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(73 Member Ratings)
(73 Member Ratings)
Other Comments
Our particular room was in desperate need of a refit. Very tired decor. Restaurant & bar staff were excellent, Reception staff left a little to be desired. As the first point of contact with the paying guests that's not ideal.
Adrian
23 Sep, 2018
Shaftesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
The evening meal was excellent, truly delicious and served in a elegant wood panelled room.
We visited the tiny church in the area adjacent to the hotel where it is said that William Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway, delightful.
Other Comments
The rooms in The Cedar barns lacked character and the doors were very heavy and difficult to close which caused unnecessary noise every time a door was closed in the building. I understand that the rooms are to be renovated very soon and we look forward to our next visit to see the improvements.
Lynn
21 Sep, 2018
West Midlands, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food
Ruth
19 Sep, 2018
Paignton, UK
Enjoyed Most
its location
Other Comments
nothing but praise
Kenneth
16 Sep, 2018
King's Lynn, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful setting ambience and we truly love history
Tracey
03 Sep, 2018
Congleton, UK
Enjoyed Most
lovely grounds and food
Michael R
30 Aug, 2018
Grimsby, UK
Enjoyed Most
Sitting in the lovely sunshine on the front lawn having a glass of wine before dinner.
Pam
23 Aug, 2018
New Milton, Hants, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were incredibly helpful at all turns. Thank you, so much!
Stanley
23 Aug, 2018
Telford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely building and setting
Other Comments
Overall a pleasant and positive experience except for our breakfast experience on the first morning which was so chaotic it was funny.
Philip
23 Aug, 2018
Wood Street Village, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location, fantastic venue, friendly staff, great food. What more could you ask for?
Martin
23 Aug, 2018
Newton Abbot, UK
