MERCURE GLOUCESTER BOWDEN HALL

Very basic I would not give 4 star for this hotel . The only thing all I could smell was sewage from the drains sat out side it was awful had to come in and sit in the lounge The rooms are basic I think they need updating the food very basic for a 4 star

We had our wedding at Bowden hall in August and honestly it was the best day. A massive shout out to Chelsea, Vicky and Rachel who made my day the best it could be. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they are incredible! The rooms were lovely, the food was the best we’ve ever had and their hospitality was phenomenal. Thank you so much! (wish we could do it all again)! ❤️❤️

Good things about the hotel: Nice location. Setting is lovely and nice grounds to walk the dog. Room was big (I booked a superior room). Bed was comfortable. Very dog friendly. On the downside: Visited at the end of the heatwave and the lack of air conditioning was a challenge for sleeping. Dinner was terrible. Had grilled fish and Hunters Chicken and both were over cooked, tough, dried out and disappointing. One of the worst meals I have had for several years. My wife is Gluten intolerant and almost all the items on the menu were not available to her. Just the fish for the main course. I found the breakfast buffet to be very good. Overall, the hotel was tired and I would agree with other comments that it did not meet my expectations of a 4 star hotel. I think 3 stars is more reflective of the qualify of the rooms and food.