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The Venue Hotel

3.5 of 5
Southwell Park, Portland DT5 2NA, England
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The Venue Hotel
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Sherborne, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The hotel doesnt look fantasic from the outside. Surrounded by old MOD blocks and high fencing one side, but amazing views the other. We did wonder what we had pulled up to. After an inital rocky start (we hadnt been advised the spa wasnt in use the weekend we were staying) the staff made out break fantastic. We stayed in... More

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Portsmouth
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28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Interior - lovely. Comfortable and spacious room. Restaurant - fabulous (almost too much food and only £21 pp for 2 courses which were gorgeous!) Didn't take breakfast, although the coffee was really not good enough and there was no peppermint tea available. Outside - very odd. But quirky given the nature of a lot of hotels. Lovely view right onto... More

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Hungerford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I don't think we've ever approached a hotel with such a sense of foreboding - driving through what at first perception appeared to be slightly dodgy and run down housing estates to arrive at a concrete building which looked exactly what it was - an enormous ex-MoD block surrounded by high wire fencing. We wondered what we'd let ourselves in... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We have just come back from 4 nights here to celebrate my special birthday. From the initial booking (thanks Sadie) through to checkout nothing was too much trouble & they even popped a birthday card under my door on the day. They got hubby organised with tables, cake etc for lunch for 18 people on Sunday & the carvery was... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your time with us at The Venue Hotel & Spa. We are thrilled that you and your party enjoyed your birthday celebrations with us. We are so pleased that you all enjoyed our Sunday Carvery. It really is scrumptious! Your kind comments have been passed on to everyone. We... More

Sturminster Newton, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

My husband and I looked forward to returning to stay at the hotel after a long absence and were pleased to discover that it is still just as lovely and looking as brand sparkling new. From telephone booking, through to check-out at the end of our stay, the whole team looked after us with meticulous care and were so friendly... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your stay with us at The Venue Hotel & Spa We are thrilled that you found the rooms to be worthy of a high rating and that you found the food and service of an outstanding quality. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Spa treatments. They are... More

Devon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Like all the other reviews, not much to look at from the outside but from the inside really lovely. Stayed for 2 nights and a great base for the walks around Portland and on the doorstep for Weymouth. The breakfast was really good and was nice when having the veggie option that they made an effort. Usually offered "extra baked... More

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Bedfordshire
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17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We knew the hotel was in an old MOD building but hadn't expected it to be quite so ugly, nor that it would be sharing the building with various others companies. There was a Travis Perkins builders merchants in view when we parked the car! Wondering what we'd let ourselves in for we battled our way round the building through... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you once again should you choose to return to The Venue Hotel & Spa More

Bedford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We knew the hotel was in an old MOD building but hadn't expected it to be quite so ugly, nor that it would be sharing the building with various others companies. There was a Travis Perkins builders merchants in view when we parked the car! Wondering what we'd let ourselves in for we battled our way round the building through... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you once again should you choose to return to The Venue Hotel & Spa More

Gloucestershire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

At first glance you think have i made a mistake here but when you walk in you get a friendly greeting and are pleasantly surprised at how clean and tidy it is. when we reached our room it was first class again clean and tidy with with a nice modern feel to it and a great view of Portland Bill.... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. We are so please that like so many guests before you enjoyed the view from your bedroom. We really are very luck to be in such a wonderful location. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience at The Cliff Restaurant and that you... More

UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

We stayed on a two night deal through Travelzoo and must compliment the hotel on the exceptional cleanliness throughout, the friendliness of the staff that we met and the quality of the rooms, (such a comfortable bed)! and a lovely quiet location. Minor but valid improvements could be made on the exterior as we felt the litter blowing around adjacent... More

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Venue_Hotel2013, General Manager at The Venue Hotel, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your stay with us. We are so pleased that you found the service, staff and cleanliness of an exceptional standard. Please be assured that your comments regarding The Cliff Restaurant have been noted and that positive changes have been put into place. The Spa is indeed being totally re-located... More

 
 
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Additional Information about The Venue Hotel

Also Known As:
The Venue Hotel Portland, Dorset
Address: Southwell Park, Portland DT5 2NA, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Isle of Portland > Portland
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Portland
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on Portland's historic cliff tops, The Venue Hotel offers panoramic sea views from its restaurant, which serves locally caught fish. Free on-site parking is also available. Locally sourced produce is served in the restaurant, which has a daily changing specials menu of freshly caught fish. A continental breakfast is available in the Venue's light and airy dining room. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. A flat-screen TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities are provided in each air conditioned room. Some rooms feature views of the Jurassic Coastline. Free internet access is available in all rooms. Water sports are possible on Portland’s sandy beach, which is within a 10-minute walk. Portland Sailing Academy is less than 3 miles from the hotel. The seaside town of Weymouth is just a 25-minute drive away.The Cliff Panoramic Restaurant stands proudly on the historic Portland cliff-tops, boasting fantastic views over the Jurassic coast. With panoramic views over the channel and with in close proximity of Weymouth Harbour and Local markets, our chef’s have an easy job of sourcing the very best local produce and fresh seafood. We have a great wine and drinks list which will compliment your meal, making your experience with us an extra special occasion. The team behind the restaurant are passionate about their food, with our chefs committed to producing innovative menus on a daily basis. The menu changes on a regular basis subject to the availability of the local produce. We want you to return again and again having been delivered the best service and food in a wonderful setting.The Cliff is a place that stands for consistency and quality.The Cliff is perfect for brunch or lunch with friends, relaxed evening dining, family celebrations, business meetings and events.The Ocean Spa and Wellness Centre have a fantastic list of wonderful treatments available, if you fancy treating yourself or a loved one. ... more   less 
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