The Seaside Boarding House Reviews Summary

Location

Pros:

• "Amazing location right on the SW coastal path with views over the sea from almost every room."
• "The situation perched above the beach affords wonderful views."
• "A very smart hotel, with astounding sea views of the Jurassic coast."
• "Fantastic location and the hotel is artfully furnished, creating the feel of a 1930’s luxury liner."
• "Wonderful location."
• "Amazing cliff top location, great food and friendly and attentive staff."
• "This cosy boarding house is located right on the edge of the beach, with wonderful views and comfortable rooms."

Cons:

• "Having booked a table to ensure a decent view we were disappointed to find out there were no tables available and were put in the dark pokey library."
• "Room did have a sea view though our room the view was obscured by fire exit railings."
• "The star is given for its views. We were turned away, we wanted to have a coffee."
• "The menu for lunch was very limited and also not clear, what was starter and Main as all were listed in one go."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The food surpassed all expectations."
• "John Dory instead which I must say is a very tasty fish."
• "The menu is fresh and reflects it's seaside position, beautifully prepared and presented."
• "Lovely restaurant just above the cliffs... Food was excellent, including a selection of gluten free options available."
• "The fresh local sardines were the best we'd ever tasted."
• "Food and cocktails, however, are fabulous."
• "Delicious food - we couldn't fault a thing."

Cons:

• "We didn't bother with dessert as the previous courses had been underwhelming."
• "Service was good from the staff but the food was very average for the prices they were charging."
• "The food was pretty basic."
• "Had the fish for a main it was very rubbery and overcooked."
• "Both my wife and I had the chicken Kiev for our main dish but it looked bland and not very appetising when it was presented on the plate."
• "Food very disappointing."
• "Food was nothing great and small portions for the price. Watch out for the 12% optional gratuity because it's included."

Service

Pros:

• "The staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was a very enjoyable experience."
• "Staff were jolly, and knowledgeable of local attractions."
• "The staff were friendly, attentive and absolutely on the ball."
• "Staff warm and welcoming."
• "Staff are nicely turned out, friendly and helpful."
• "Very helpful, friendly and welcoming staff."
• "The staff was extremely friendly, efficient and welcoming."

Cons:

• "Only negative thing is that they add 12.5% to the bill as a 'service charge'."
• "Nice meal, shame about the waiter. He was chatting to his friend on the next table and was loud, overly expressive and acted like it was a performance on stage."
• "Called in Sunday for afternoon drinks. Served by rude uninterested young lad."
• "Really disappointed with the rudeness of whoever was having a bad day, when answering the phone this morning."
• "Very disappointed, we are frequent customers and we're shocked to have been turned away, the attitude of the waitress/manager was rude and unprofessional to our group."
• "Service in the restaurant Very very slow."
• "Service was bordering on hostile, at best resentful."

Accommodation

Pros:

• "The best linen on the beds, and amazing bathrooms."
• "Absolutely wonderful, unique place to stay."
• "Amazing sea views, large terrace and beautifully designed civilised restaurant, bar and sea view bedrooms - most comfortable locally hand made beds with sheep's wool and seaweed!"
• "Rooms are large with comfy beds and modern bathrooms."
• "Most beautifully appointed, spacious rooms with sea views and large bathrooms with great fixtures and fittings."
• "The Seaside boarding house is a gorgeous place tastefully and beautifully done without ever looking like it's trying."
• "It's comfortable and cozy with a nice bar and nicer library to lounge around."

Cons:

• "No TV or coffee facilities in room."
• "The room lacked basic creature comforts - no tea tray, shower caps, cotton wool pads for removing make up."
• "There was a tiny shelf in the bathroom - so no where to prop make up and toothpaste."
• "After paying £245.00 for one night... our admittedly spacious room at the very top of the building had no tea or coffee making facilities and no complementary bottles of water and glasses."
• "There was only one easy chair."
• "The bedside tables were tiny - hardly enough room for a water glass and a book."
• "There were no grab rails in the shower for my step father."