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Ian S
London, United Kingdom

Wonderful place to stay

Review of The Marlborough
5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 15 Feb 2020via mobile
From our arrival the whole experience of staying here was absolutely wonderful.
Rooms are luxurious (and obviously very clean and well equipped) and no distance from anything.
Canapés and aperitifs served from 6pm in the bar or garden. All delicious.
Dinner is really good, with a menu that changes daily.
Breakfast is also very good with a selection of hot dishes, a good buffet and great hot/cold drinks.
Staff were really excellent- very helpful, friendly and sociable.
Brilliantly located for local wineries and restaurants. 5 mins from Blenheim airport.
Date of stay: February 2020
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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SamanthaTML, Manager at The Marlborough, responded to this review
Responded 20 Feb 2020
Dear Ian,

I am thrilled you enjoyed your experience with us at The Marlborough Lodge. Thank you for taking time out to pass on your experience. Do come back and visit us soon.
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Reviewed 26 January 2020

World Class is a term often used (and abused) by reviewers to describe the merely better than average. In the case of the Marlborough Lodge, the term is entirely justified. From the moment we arrived to the final moment of departure, we were made to feel special and this extended to not only the outstanding accommodation (beautiful bedrooms, dining rooms... ) and to the food (excellent breakfasts, lunches and dinners) but it essentially comes from the service attitude of Angela and all her team who are friendly, informative, listening, responding to our needs, and thereby providing excellent service. A profound thanks to all at the Marlborough Lodge for that.
The Marlborough Lodge has a fascinating history and is situated in one of the finest private estates we have visited (worth exploring - vineyard, vegetable garden,, pool...)..and close to the Marlborough Sounds for the Queen Charlotte track and other such activities. This is a top destination.

Date of stay: January 2020
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SamanthaTML, Manager at The Marlborough, responded to this reviewResponded 28 January 2020

Dear Peter,

Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to share your recent experience with us. We are thrilled you enjoyed you stay with us.

I will share your feedback with the team. Happy Travels

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Reviewed 25 January 2020 via mobile

Great place to stay in blenheim, staff all amazing, food great ,nothing to fault really just perfect will definitely reccomend to friends and family and anyone else I can. Make the time to stop if you can

Date of stay: January 2020
Trip type: Travelled solo
1  Thank Daniel O
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Reviewed 21 January 2020

I have recently had the wonderful experience of dining at the Harvest restaurant of The Marlborough Lodge near Blenheim. The staff were amazing, service was impeccable and the food was outstanding! My dietary restrictions of being vegan and gluten free were accommodated without a blink of an eye. I was served a scrumptious eggplant dish that I wished would never end. The manager of the kitchen was delightful and very attentive to my dietary needs. Surrounded with gorgeous gardens and vineyards, this restaurant and lodge beckons one to stay and linger. Whether it be for a couple hours dining on Harvest’s patio or perhaps even for a few nights to discover all the Lodge has to offer. This place is a true escape!

Date of stay: December 2019
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MarlboroughLodge, Manager at The Marlborough, responded to this reviewResponded 23 January 2020

Dear Michelleg

Thank you for taking the time to write the review which we very much appreciate.

So happy to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your time with us and all that we have here.

I will pass on your review to the team as this always means a lot to them

Thanks again and safe travels

Samantha

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Reviewed 21 January 2020

We had the pleasure of spending several days at the Lodge near the end of December 2019. The Lodge and the surrounding grounds are beautiful. The restaurant is top notch. The property is well situated -- close to many of the local wineries, and about 25 minutes from Picton. The local star-gazing can be spectacular. Also, most importantly, the manager (Samantha) and all of the staff are super-friendly, gracious, and helpful. Among other things, several weeks before our arrival they helped us via e-mail to arrange several activities which we enjoyed during our stay (kayaking, wine tastings, etc.) The Lodge is not inexpensive. But it is worth it. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Date of stay: December 2019
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MarlboroughLodge, Manager at The Marlborough, responded to this reviewResponded 23 January 2020

Dear RBres200

I have to agree the stargazing out by the fire is pretty special and so glad to hear you enjoyed that and all that we have going on in the Marlborough region.

Always good to hear about your experiences and glad that we could help making your stay special

Look forward to seeing you back this way sometime

Samantha

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Reviewed 20 January 2020

We were booked for only 2 nights at the Lodge and I wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel feels more like a beautiful,elegant country house. It's very tastefully decorated and peaceful. The rooms are gorgeous as are the gardens. The staff we met were lovely and couldn't do enough to help us. The standard of service was without fault. All credit to the owners and the management team as their staff are a real credit to them. It was an absolute pleasure to be pampered for a couple of days!

Date of stay: January 2020
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Gillian L
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MarlboroughLodge, Manager at The Marlborough, responded to this reviewResponded 23 January 2020

Dear Gillian

Thank you for posting this review which I and the team very much appreciate.

Loved having you stay and so happy to hear that you enjoyed our property which as you mention is quite unique

I will be sure to pass on your comments to the team and I agree that the team we have are exceptional

Glad that we could pamper you for a few days along your travels in NZ


Samantha

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