Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire

The whole experience from arrival until departure was exceptional. This hotel is a truly wonderful place to visit- even if for dining only. The staff were in abundance, always extremely helpful and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble. Car parking undertaken by trained staff. Luggage was taken to the room. Having an upgrade was very special and highly appreciated as it was in response to personal issues. Every care is taken to ensure there is nothing amiss. The food is amazing, not only looking wonderful with attention to detail ...but the taste of everything is just a delight. I could write at length about the flowers, the garden the room but will end by saying just go for yourselves and see how special this place is. If only a once-in-a-lifetime visit it is well worth the cost to have this experience. Thank you to all who made the stay so special and memorable

Nothing can be improved. If people feel there is anything lacking then they really cannot be serious!

The breakfast was perfect. The pastries were amazing. All the staff were exceptional and I would like to say a special thank you to Megan and Bath on reception and to Louis and Jessica for their kindness and understanding. It was a complete pleasure to meet Raymond Blanc, such a gentleman. Our room was stunning, the bed very comfortable and so to the pillows. The food is absolutely outstanding and of course there are the beautiful grounds to explore.

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Beautiful quiet hotel. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Fantastic food. Taster menu is a lot so make sure you’re hungry! Lovely room , each room has an individual style/ decor. Ours was called Lemongrass and smelt of lemongrass when we walked in and the fish tank between the bathroom and bedroom is a nice touch . It had a more contemporary style .We had mentioned my husband’s birthday on booking . There was complementary cake and champagne in the room . I recommend the guided walk around the gardens in the morning , it was one of my favourite things about our stay . Breakfast was relaxed and slow so allow lots of time for it. We enjoyed our stay and the service is excellent.

We were situated in the Conservatory area which was superb . The staff every where were exceptional in their helpfulness and friendly attitude . It was our Emerald Wedding Anniversary and my wife had always wanted to go and stay and see the lovely gardens and surrounds . We got to meet Raymond on two occasions and had our photos taken with him by a professional photographer . He also gave us a personally signed copy of his latest Simply Cook book . All in all a superb stay . He asked us to return for our Diamond !!

There was just one slight problem in our bathroom . Unfortunately the independant shower did not work on the morning of our departure . Thankfully there was a shower attachment in the bath so we had a bath and a shower ..

The food was exceptional and the garden tour was really informative. The room and the complimentary cake and drinks were very good.

Parking in front of the hotel was very limited and no one told us there was another larger car park. The hair in my wife's fruit at breakfast One of the sockets in the room could easily be changed for one that included a USB charger for our mobile phone

Everything! The reception and all the other staff were absolutely wonderful - we were made to feel at home immediately and they were so friendly and courteous. The hotel is fabulous and so tastefully decorated , the rooms are beautiful with nice welcoming touches and as for the food, it was absolutely delicious. We had the 7 course menu and each course was better than the one before. The gardens are really spread out and beautifully arranged - a delight to wander through. I only wish I could have stayed a bit longer.

The cost of staying at Le Manoir is huge and the drinks are very expensive but I have to say it was worth every penny!

Its Le Manoir and it was truly exceptional experience, from the room to the evening meal and the absolutely brilliant service.

Breakfast was served as you might expect, but underwhelming (soggy toast!) and overwhelming service, after the previous evening's delights was a minor gripe. A little more relaxed service would have been great.

Delicious food, loved the yoga matt in the room and Dyson. Also, the fruits were wow and the fresh air, birds, the nature! Valentina also made our stay so much more enjoyable!

I know it's an old hotel but spa or swimming pool and the gym are so much needed...

The location was perfect, English countryside at it's best. Amazing building and grounds, with a beautiful terraced area plus seating scattered across the lawns. Exceptional service which made us feel welcomed, valued and everyone seemed genuinely interesting in if we were enjoying our experience at Le Manoir. The food was magnificent throughout our stay too. Se felt super relaxed and at home.

We have absolutely nothing to say in this section. The only thing I didn't like was having to leave.

The Breakfast was absolutely lovely, You need to be a foodie to want to visit Le Manoir, you are buying into an experience not just an overnight stay.

There was nothing to not like, as I say, its not about a hotel stay its about an experience. If you box me in I would say the decor within the lounges and conservatory restaurant is not as charming as Gravetye Manor. If I was given the choice I would select Gravetye Manor for the hotel but the gardens are better at Le Manoir, as for food, no difference both equally superb.