Overpriced, outdated and dusty. Prepare for disappointment (Belton Woods Hotel (Grantham, Lincolnshire))

Member Name: totallyextreme

Product:	Belton Woods Hotel (Grantham, Lincolnshire)
Date:	16/09/09 (38 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Great grounds

Disadvantages: Price, Bedrooms

Firstly, i will let you know why i believe i have the expertise to write a review on Belton Woods, and why you should read with caution some of the things i am going to write. As a resident of grantham, i have been a member of the Belton Woods gym, and golf club, and have regularly attended functions at the venue. I also have had the pleasure of staying a few nights here, due to a cheapy deal.


General Info
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Belton Woods Hotel is part of the DeVere chain and is located in the sleepy village of belton just off the A607 going out of grantham towards lincoln. The settings are wonderful, a massive expanse of grass, trees, greenery and 3 golf courses; make the Hotel's exterior a real pleasure to behold.


Facilities
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The facilities at Belton Woods really lead to mixed reviews. It has a gym and a swimming pool; although these are both fairly poor and are more for the leisure goer than a sports enthusiast. The pool is on the small side, meaning lengths are tricky, and the gym is poorly equipped; lacking heavy free weights and other equipment.
However, other facilities such as the golf courses are very well maintained. The squash courts are regularly used and are a welcome addition to the hotel's facilities.
Unfortunately, although the hotel does house a bar and two restaurants, in my opinion, they are far too expensive; i have always felt let down after eating here. The food is often pricey and is generally not backed up by a high standard of cuisine.


Bedrooms
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This, in my opinion, was the most disappointing aspect of the hotel when i stayed here. You really feel a sense of grandeur when coming down the driveway; however, this is shortlived. The rooms are very dated, with modern furniture and decor something that clearly hasnt reached the minds of the DeVere ownership.
They were also very dusty, which isn't something you expect from a reputable four star hotel.


Summary
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I really wouldn't recommend the hotel on the basis of value for money. However, if you are looking for a place to stay in Lincolnshire, you could probably do a lot worse. So, if you have the money to splash, not only on the hotel, but on supporting yourself while staying there, then go for it. Just keep your expectations in check.

Summary: Surely there are better value hotels out there.