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brian k
Peterborough, United Kingdom

very pleasant

4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 14 Jul 2023
We had a good stay at the Cottonwood, staff were friendly and polite.
The room was clean and presentable, it did suit us and was well run quite and relaxing.
It needs a refresh in part but that did not spoil our stay, we had value for money, and will be returning in October.
Brian and Joanne
Date of stay: July 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 14 July 2023

Absolutely appalling customer service!!!
We booked this hotel as a family get away after a tough few months. We called the property direct to book a room and was advised by the call taker to book the room through booking.com as this had the best rate but they would still give us a sea view room. A day after booking this hotel we had several emails from the hotel stating there was firstly no lift (which is not on their details, pictures will be provided) and then emails stating that we would not be getting our sea view and our room would be facing the car park. After my partner replied to the emails explaining our disappointment in this as we had been advised we would be getting our sea view, we had a call from a very unpleasant man called Paul. Paul stated he was cancelling the booking as there wasn’t enough staff and felt we was abusive. I stated to Paul that the emails displayed no form of abuse and was just outlining our disappointment. Paul then was pretending he could not hear me on the phone and kept saying “hello, hello I can’t hear you” even though the line was completely clear. I then asked Paul if I could speak to the manager and he told me I couldn’t and terminated the call. Nothing “boutique” about the customer service here. The hotel should be extremely disappointed with its self.

Date of stay: July 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 4 July 2023 via mobile


I have stayed in this Hotel numerous times over the years , but hate to say it has gone downhill.still love the quirky decoration ( getting a little tired ). The lift not working anymore . Where has the literature in the rooms gone , ie room service ect. Very poor selection in room Tea, Coffee very basic , couldn’t have a drink of cold water as the tap would only run warm . Couldn’t fault the room it was lovely and clean , nice large bed, good pillows. Shame about crack In washbasin. Breakfast was ok for £10 . Would’ve liked a pot of Tea , instead of cold tea in flasks .
My biggest issue with the Hotel , was no staff , seemed to be one guy in reception, bit like a ghost town , I would’ve like a sandwich or some food in the evening!!. You weren’t told if they did food or not , it all seemed as if you were bothering them if you asked for anything. They used to have a nice restaurant but that’s now gone , such a shame to see a lovey Hotel going down hill !!

Date of stay: July 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank abc5560
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Reviewed 2 July 2023

This was a comfortable enough hotel to stay in but decor looks a little dated & needs a bit of TLC & outside looks very tired.. Great location for beach though - just cross the road at back & 10 minutes later you are there.

Date of stay: March 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank SpencerHorne
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Reviewed 6 June 2023 via mobile

Excellent location with lovely sea views. 10 minute walk to Bournemouth pier or Boscombe pier.
Few staff around with receptionist also looking after breakfast supply. Outside of property in need of maintenance. Parking charge high if you book through Booking. com

Date of stay: May 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Jimpat500
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Reviewed 1 June 2023

Don’t be fooled by the photos on the website- they’re from a different era. Hotel has gone down a lot since then. The lift ( elevator) hasn’t worked for a year. The bar/ lounge is closed from a flood. The restaurant is closed. All that’s open are the bedrooms, breakfast room and a gloomy library which has no books! No lounge or place to sit and relax. My room, on the third floor was like an oven- it was impossible to sleep even with the window wide open. Nothing ‘boutique'about this hotel.

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Date of stay: May 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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