Lainston House

Myself and my best friend came for the Avenue restaurants tasting menu. I have no words. The BEST food I’ve ever had. It’s 9 courses of the most perfectly curated cuisine. Everything was excellent…the service was gold standard, drinks were exceptional and the ambiguous was luxury. I’m very impressed. If you’re thinking about it, just do it.

A magical hotel with wonderful dining experiences and a fantastic team who make you feel welcome and special. This was our 40th wedding anniversary and although the Lainston House comes with a 5 star price it provides value at every turn. On our first night we had the tasting menu in the Avenue Restaurant. It was sublime. On our second night we experienced the Wellhouse Restaurant and enjoyed the best Porterhouse Steak I’ve ever eaten. Breakfast each morning was excellent and served in a such a calm setting that it was almost therapeutic. The hotel also offers free to use good quality mountain bikes - which we used to cycle 15kms around the beautiful countryside surrounding Lainston House. They also offer the use of a Tandem Bike which we tried, but only around the hotel grounds!! Lainston House also has a gym and tennis courts although on this visit we ran out of time to try them out. A first class hotel operated by a wonderful team of people. And a particular shout out to Gerry from Guest Relations. She was brilliant and such a wonderful advert for the hotel and the group.

We had a wonderful time at the Lainston House. The hotel itself is beautiful but what sets it apart is the staff and the food! Both were absolutely exceptional. The Sunday roast in the Wellhouse is simply incredible as is the Avenue restaurant. Ask for the Vivanco Rioja you won’t be disappointed.

A fantastic weekend in a stunning country hotel. I knew it was going to be great from the moment we walked in. A friendly welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Incredible food from masterchef Tom, and brilliant service. Our room was well equipped, comfortable and clean.

I felt compelled to write this review having been invited to enjoy lunch in the grounds of this handsome hotel and which sadly failed my expectations of an enjoyable experience. While we were warmly welcomed by the waiter and I agree the pleasant surroundings held our attention for a time as we waited for our lunch the delay became a major problem. The first course and wine which we had requested took forever to arrive. The mains, a very lukewarm risotto and quite expensive for the meagre portion were similarly delayed. The bread was forgotten and only arrived well after we had finished and after I had prompted reception. We were later charged for the bread!. The waiter was very apologetic about the delay between courses, surprising since there were no other people dining at the time. They deleted the service charge but summing up the lunch delays marred what should have been a really special occasion . A great pity.

Stunning location. only downside is that we were only staying for one night! great service, beautiful terrace and long walks straight from the property. Food was great and the ambiance relaxed and friendly. the service was polished and professional