The Crazy Bear

This hotel is CRAZY. on check in we were given a welcome glass of champagne, the receptionist took us to the suite we had booked, which was a converted barn. Stunning interior a little on the dark side with very low ceilings, that said it was stunning. At the rear of the hotel there is an outside swimming pool, the hotel has various pool parties on during the summer months. The restaurant is also fabulous with excellent food and professional service. Apparently a celebrity hang out.

It is must if you want to eat very very well. It's not only quality of food and service, it is also taste, amount, variety, quick, glorious clean, space between tables, decoration, toilets (what a gorgeous toilets) and perfect level of music. For that level of comfort the price is high but at least you know it is worth it. Anyway for the price is not massive, just more expensive than the rule. We are just that consumed by any other typical chains of restaurant that it is even weird to find a place as good as this.

Took my partner here last night for his 21st birthday, we got the groupon deal. We stayed in a superior double room, we had a glass of rose on arrival, and a bottle of champagne in our room. The decor in the rooms are lovely, feels very luxurious - the lighting however in the rooms are tricky so if you want nice makeup it's a struggle! The water for the bath comes from the ceiling, and two people can fit in it.

The only thing that disappointed us about the room was there is no kettle for tea/coffee in the morning, our TV went to black and white whilst watching and the air con isn't great so I can imagine in the summer the rooms are stifling. We ate in the Thai restaurant, the food I must say was really lovely, prompt service and they even made a special effort with dessert for my partners birthday.

There is a service charge on EVERYTHING you order, so if you are doing rounds of cocktails it can be very pricey - I'd recommend drinking the bottle you get with your room downstairs or just order a bottle to share! The breakfast you get with the deal is just continental, good enough if you're not too hungry but if you want a full English you pay more.

There is a 150 holding fee on your card when you arrive and gets released once they check the room. The atmosphere is very romantic and definitely a place to go for a special occasion. Overall we really enjoyed it, however be prepared to rinse your bank account!

Drove here all the way from Nottingham for our honeymoon. We got upgraded to a suite which was lovely, clean and amazed us at how well designed the room was. We always had great service from the staff, very helpful. We had steak which was the best steak we have ever experienced! 13.5% service charge on everything, which was different to us but we didn't mind.

Only downside is the breakfast that was included was just cereal, toast and a few bits of fruit, for a full English it was 16.95 I believe, but overall great experience with the room and the staff, made us feel at home, very comfortable and friendly.

What a great stay. The place is simply beautiful. Staff is polite, professional and really seem to like working there, which give the stay that feeling of staying at a small family run hotel, which is not! Great cocktails, enjoyed particularly as we were having it seating by the pool. So relaxing. Beautiful room, clean and quiet. Food though could be better. Breakfast was good too. Although not a big choice on the buffet. The cons is the location. If you don't have a car, get ready to live all your time in the hotel.

Amazing decor, could spot easily at night with all the lights. If a busy night I would imagine parking an issue but not a problem the night we went. Food delicious, cocktails yummy. Not the cheapest place to eat but you are definitely paying for quality and service!

Very tasty 10 plate share menu, amazing sauces and beautifully presented food. Sharing dessert plate was soooooooo tasty! Nice atmosphere and pleasant staff. Be aware of high service charge! Easy to get to, nice bathrooms, interesting interior design and layout of the tables. Would definitely recommend and go back so Overall great experience

Lovely location, quirky interior design. Reasonably good service, BUT quality of food provided at our afternoon tea was poor. Scones were obviously microwaved and rock hard. Cakes were ordinary, sandwiches were fresh but the coronation chicken was probably prepackaged and very poor. The afternoon tea was certainly not worth the extravagant cost.

Stayed here just before Christmas. The hotel is amazing. We had Thai massages which were tough and did the job of de-stressing us We had a meal in the Thai restaurant which was tasty and generous. Our suite was great All the staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. Top tip for the bar is to try the bloody Mary - best ever!