The Goudhurst Inn

I had a very positive experience during my stay. The hotel staff and management were excellent—friendly, professional, and welcoming. The hotel was clean, the rooms comfortable, and the food very good. The location was perfect for the work and meetings I had scheduled, and I would be happy to return. Air conditioning would have made the stay even more comfortable, particularly during the warmer days. I want to give a special mention to the management team for making my visitors feel especially welcome. Also, the more premium wine selections were very enjoyable and worth the extra few quid!

The 'cool' dark grey external paintwork and the suited and tied greeter indicated that this might not be my sort of "pub" - so take my comments below with a pinch of salt. The dining area was almost empty (except for a largish - and very quiet - family party) but, because every surface was hard, including stone table tops, the acoustics were poor and made conversation difficult. The service was prompt - but leaning across one diner to put a plate in front of another is not as professional as one might hope. The food was variable, several of us ordered with enthusiasm liver and bacon - a dish which has sadly disappeared from most menus. The liver was fine, the bacon minimal and difficult to discern and the bubble and squeak was of a design different to what one might expect. A bit of a disappointment. My wife, who had had a large breakfast elsewhere, wanted only a starter and was disappointed that her request to increase the two tiny fishcakes to three was beyond the capacity the kitchen. Not an "Inn" we will be rushing back to.

This was the most perfect overnight stay. Wonderful, friendly and hospitable staff, impeccably clean room with very high quality bedding and the breakfast was perfection. The suit I stayed in was the hush Heath Suit and I cannot recommend it enough. I am recommending this to everyone I know!