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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 94
Description: Pleasant Hotel in former Coaching Inn dating from 1786, set on 12,000 acre estate owned for 300 years by the Dukes of Richmond. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Goodwood
(Formerly "Marriott Hotel & Country Club")
Chichester PO18 0QB
England
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“Overpriced and disappointing service”

The Goodwood Park Hotel

12 Aug 2007

My husband and I arrived at the hotel at 2:45. The receptionist advised that only smoking rooms were available and asked whether we would like to take one of these or wait for a no-smoking room. We had booked a no-smoking room but there was no record of this. Since we had to dash off to go to a wedding the staff suggested we shower and change at the leisure facilities.

We asked what time check-in was and were told 'from two o'clock' - when I reminded them it was well past two the receptionist then argued that this actually meant that you might be able to get a room after two o'clock. Silly me. No apology for the delay at all.

We stuck to our guns and a king room became available. The room was pleasant and clean but smaller than I would expect; the bathroom in particular was tiny, though with a decent shower and Molton Brown products. The bed was large but very soft.

Breakfast was very busy on a Sunday morning but the maitre d' had it all under control and was charming. Although we had to wait a few minutes for a table this wasn't a problem. Breakfast was a buffet. We had to grab a waiter's attention to have any chance of a cup of coffee and staff were struggling to keep the buffet replenished. Buffet only meant that the scrambled eggs were watery and there were no poached eggs left.

For £150 for a night I found the overall experience disappointing.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Great setting for Goodwood and surrounding Sussex countryside
    • Disliked — Staff attitude
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Londonmrs's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 07 July 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
No way!
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Spa
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“Fantastic”

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5 of 5 stars
Marlow, United Kingdom
4 Aug 2007

We stayed in the "Character" rooms for three nights (Thurs-Sunday) for my Mum's birthday and we had a fantastic stay! The rooms were spacious and clean with everything you could want - exceptionally comfortable beds, wireless broadband, Molton Brown products, mini-bar, bathrobes, lockable safe in room etc. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the facilities were good. Breakfast consists of a self service hot and cold buffet which was delicious.

If I had one point to raise it was that we found the restaurant in the hotel was not as good as the restaurant we booked into on the second night - Crouchers -
ht[--] which I would highly recommend
On Saturday night there were two wedding receptions being held at the hotel, but these were well staffed and organised and they did not interfere with the enjoyment of other residents. I would definately recommend this hotel to couples or families wanting a quiet weekend away in the country.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Very picturesque
    • Disliked — Our room would have been unsuitable for those with disabilities- lots of stairs even in the room itself
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FourPaws's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Travelled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 27 August 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, People with disabilities, Older Travellers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“loved it”

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4 of 5 stars
west sussex
2 Jun 2007

I have just come back from a fab weekend at this hotel.
Its no longer a Marriott and I couldn't fault it. (Except for lack of air conditioning in rooms - to be installed next year) the staff were very friendly and professional, the spa is out of this world and complimentary when you stay. Food in the bar excellent.
Advise - Don't move the stuff in the mini bar - we did and got charged a fortune, as it is touch sensitive - However this caused much amusement to the check out staff when I explained the massive addition to our bill, and was told that I was not the first and by no means will I be the last. They deleted the items without question.

Wonderful!! thank you.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — spa and cleanliness
    • Disliked — no air con in rooms
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sionlady's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2007
Travelled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 02 June 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older Travellers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Spa
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“Hotel ok, but terrible service”

The Goodwood Park Hotel

7 Mar 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

I stood there for one night and would not recommend this hotel.

The staff in the hotel was not at all what you would expect in this category. Check in was slow, procedures not transparent and information about facilities not very helpful or wrong.

The rooms and facilities there are wonderful, but unfortunately I could not enjoy it.

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HyperOx's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2007
Travelled with: Solo traveller
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 07 March 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
No way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene, pet owners, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Great food / Wine, Sporting event
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“Fantastic Hotel - well worth recommending !!”

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5 of 5 stars
West Sussex, England
23 Jan 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Have just returned from spending a weekend at this,VERY surprsingly, lovely hotel.

Having worked in hotels and Hospitality industry for many years I am not easily pleased ! However, I cannot find fault in this hotel. The staff, apart from a slightly 'frosty' receptionist ( in fairness it could be called 'proffessionalism'), were some of the most helpful, and certainly, friendliest I have encountered. Good knowledge of local attractions.

The beds are THE most comfortable I have EVER slept on. Room and bathroom exceptionally clean and LOVED the Molton Brown toiletries - a lovely touch. Hairdryer, iron & board in all rooms - as is tea/coffee etc. Not a speck of dust/dirt to be seen anywhere - incredible !!

My daughter went as part of her Christmas present for a massage - a wonderful experience !

Our stay was SO delightful I am going back next week as a frind's treat for her 50th birthday - not much better recommendation I feel !!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The comfortable beds & pillows
    • Disliked — Nothing !!! Everything wonderful !!!
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hanjan's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2007
Travelled with: Family with teenagers
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 23 January 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Spa
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