Reviews of The Elvetham Hotel 4 stars
Hartley Wintney, Farnborough, RG27 8AS, United Kingdom
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Reviewed: 5 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewA truly beautiful hotel The location and grounds alone are really worth seeing. A dreamlike garden that invites you to take lovely walks.
Reviewed: 5 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewGreat location. Spectacular hotel well appointed, lovely grounds and view from room 105 was stunning. Bed was very comfortable along with a very nice bathroom.
Reviewed: 4 September 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLovely hotel with a history in very good location. Beautiful extensive grounds with lovely gardens. Very good breakfast with plenty of choice. Our room in stables was on ground floor so very accessible. Room had TV, tea making facilities, a bottle of still water safe, fridge, iron and hairdryer, aircon and a floor standing fan which we needed as room got a lot of sun so could be very warm. Very large superking bed with comfortable mattress and clean sheets and duvet.
We stayed 2 nights and milk, biscuits and tea bags were not replenished 2nd morning. No answer from housekeeping or reception on telephone. No tooth mugs in bathroom and room would have benefited from a good clean. Carpet needed hoovering and a lot of dust on table lamp Bathroom basin seemed clogged as water ran away slowly and toilet seat was loose. A rug under the bed needed new carpet tape as I kept tripping over it. Electric fan cable didnt reach a plug, luckily we had an extension lead with us. Room just needed a bit of tlc otherwise it was a lovely room.
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful building in lovely grounds. The interior of the main house is stunning. Absolutely delicious breakfast buffet - one of the best cooked breakfasts I’ve had.
Sad it doesn’t have a gym and pool and the double bed in our room was tiny! Hardly wide enough for 2 adults!
Dear Jamie, We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beauty of The Elvetham, both our exterior and interior, and that our breakfast buffet left a lasting impression on you. Your feedback regarding our lack of a gym and pool has been noted, and we understand that the size of the double bed in your room did not meet your expectations. Your comfort and satisfaction are important to us. We hope you will choose to stay with us again in the future, and we promise to continue striving to provide an exceptional guest experience. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Jamie, We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beauty of The Elvetham, both our exterior and interior, and that our breakfast buffet left a lasting impression on you. Your feedback regarding our lack of a gym and pool has been n… Show more
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEasy to get to. Easy parking. Lovely location.
Pillow was a bit hard but that’s a picky preference and wouldn’t stop me recommending it to others.
Dear Lou, We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely break at The Elvetham. Your positive comments about our convenient location and parking are truly appreciated. On the other hand, it's regrettable to learn that the pillow did not entirely meet your preference. Notwithstanding, we're glad this minor issue wouldn't deter you from recommending us. Once again, thank you for your feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Lou, We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely break at The Elvetham. Your positive comments about our convenient location and parking are truly appreciated. On the other hand, it's regrettable to learn that the pillow did n… Show more
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewDear Peggy, It is truly delightful to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much you rated us 10/10. Your succinct praise, "FABULOUS!", is a testament to the experience we aim to provide at The Elvetham. Our team always endeavours to offer an exceptional service and it is rewarding to know when we hit the mark. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Peggy, It is truly delightful to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much you rated us 10/10. Your succinct praise, "FABULOUS!", is a testament to the experience we aim to provide at The Elvetham. Our team always endeavo… Show more
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFabulous property - like being in a national trust or historic home property with beautifully coordinated furnishings, beautifully cared for and grounds to die for.
Let down by evening meal where 2 of the 3 meat dishes became unavailable, averagely cooked and slow to arrive. Clearly a hiccup somewhere but compensated for by generous discount immediately offered and without quibble
Dear William, Your description of your evening at The Elvetham is truly delightful to read. We're thrilled that our property, the coordinated furnishings, and our well-kept grounds added to the charm of your stay. It's unfortunate to hear that your evening meal experience didn't meet your expectations. Our goal is always to provide an exceptional dining experience, and it seems that we may have missed the mark on this occasion. We appreciate your understanding, and it's good to hear that our team was able to offer a resolution. We hope to welcome you back to The Elvetham soon, and assure you of our commitment to excellence. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear William, Your description of your evening at The Elvetham is truly delightful to read. We're thrilled that our property, the coordinated furnishings, and our well-kept grounds added to the charm of your stay. It's unfortunate… Show more
Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe history, the main building, the gardens, the fairies trail, the breakfast
The bed is a bit too small
Dear Shihong, It pleases us to know that you appreciated the historical charm of The Elvetham and the unique features we offer. Our main building, gardens, and fairy trail are indeed aspects of our hotel we are quite proud of. We're also delighted that you enjoyed our breakfast, as we strive to ensure it's a memorable part of our guests' experience. On the note of the bed size, we acknowledge your feedback. Our aim is always to provide utmost comfort to our guests. Your comments assist us in understanding the different preferences of our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Elvetham for another pleasant stay. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Shihong, It pleases us to know that you appreciated the historical charm of The Elvetham and the unique features we offer. Our main building, gardens, and fairy trail are indeed aspects of our hotel we are quite proud of. We're a… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful gardens and house
Dear Marilen, We are glad to hear that your stay at The Elvetham was good. It is our aim to deliver a memorable experience for all our guests and your feedback affirms that we are on the right track. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Marilen, We are glad to hear that your stay at The Elvetham was good. It is our aim to deliver a memorable experience for all our guests and your feedback affirms that we are on the right track. We hope to have the pleasure of welcom… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWonderful property. Great breakfast in a lovely setting. Staff friendly and professional. Comfortable bed.
If I'm being picky, I would have preferred proper milk.
Dear Jenny, Your favourable rating of our property is truly appreciated. It is delightful to hear that you enjoyed our breakfast and found the setting to your liking. We take pride in our friendly and professional staff, and your recognition of their efforts is encouraging. It is also pleasing to hear that you found our beds comfortable, as we strive to provide our guests with the best possible comfort. Regarding your preference for proper milk, we value your opinion. At The Elvetham, we are committed to considering all aspects of our guests' experiences to ensure their utmost satisfaction. Once again, thank you for your feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Jenny, Your favourable rating of our property is truly appreciated. It is delightful to hear that you enjoyed our breakfast and found the setting to your liking. We take pride in our friendly and professional staff, and your recognit… Show more
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewPerfectbstay with beautiful buildings and nice land around
That we had rounds leave only after one night. 😅
Dear Oliver, It's wonderful to hear that you've given us a top rating and found your stay to be perfect. The beauty of our buildings and surrounding land is something we take great pride in. We understand how leaving after just one night might not feel enough to fully enjoy everything The Elvetham has to offer. We hope to welcome you back for a longer stay in the near future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Oliver, It's wonderful to hear that you've given us a top rating and found your stay to be perfect. The beauty of our buildings and surrounding land is something we take great pride in. We understand how leaving after just o… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWhat a great place. The hotel has an incredible amount of character, but it was the friendly and helpful staff that made our stay so enjoyable. Take time to wander round the grounds and read the history, well worth the effort!
Nothing to mention - there were a few small issues, but instantly resolved so no points lost!
Dear Watson, Your glowing remarks about The Elvetham are indeed delightful to read. It's wonderful to hear that you found our hotel beautiful and the decor stunning. Our staff will be thrilled to learn that their friendliness and helpfulness added to your enjoyable stay. It's also encouraging to know that you took time to wander around our grounds and delve into our rich history. We believe these elements add to the unique charm of The Elvetham. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Watson, Your glowing remarks about The Elvetham are indeed delightful to read. It's wonderful to hear that you found our hotel beautiful and the decor stunning. Our staff will be thrilled to learn that their friendliness and helpf… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was outstanding/ location was good
Nothing
Dear Paula, Your kind words have truly brightened our day. It brings us immense joy to learn that you had a delightful stay at The Elvetham and particularly enjoyed our breakfast. Our location is indeed one of our key strengths and we are pleased that it added value to your stay. We strive to ensure that every guest leaves with wonderful memories, and we are thrilled to know that we were able to achieve this during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience. Best regards, The Elvetham Guest Experience Team
Dear Paula, Your kind words have truly brightened our day. It brings us immense joy to learn that you had a delightful stay at The Elvetham and particularly enjoyed our breakfast. Our location is indeed one of our key strengths and we are … Show more