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The South Marston Hotel


Hotel class 3.0 of 5
Old Vicarage Lane | (formerly The Nightingale Hotel), Swindon SN3 4SH, England
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4 of 5 stars
dicky_guts   6 contributions
Birmingham
Oct 29, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Had no problems with this hotel. As a few other reviewers have said, it's not the Ritz, but if you're expecting that level of room and facilities for less than £25 a night per person, you possibly need to get your head examined. It was clean, everything worked and the leisure facilities were good too. Staff were very friendly and... more

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5 of 5 stars
RustyForest   3 contributions
Dorset
Oct 25, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Did a lot of internet research before booking this hotel...thanks tripadvisor! Booked thru hotels.com when they had a sale on. Booked 2 nights for £81. I was a little bit unsure paying this price, but it is well worth the price. It seems all the negative reviews are from the pre facelift time. It was perfect when we went, and... more

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4 of 5 stars
phatbear   9 contributions
essex england
Oct 9, 2009 | Trip type: Business
1/1 found this review helpful

This was my second visit to the South Marston Hotel, on both occasions myself and a colleague stayed there as were had to attend a course at a local site. On the first occasion, 18months ago, the rooms we got did'nt quite come up to par with the rooms shown on the website, but all in a pleasant enough stay.... more

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5 of 5 stars
happypoll   1 contribution
West Midlands
Sep 29, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

My partner and I stayed at "The South Marston Hotel" in Swindon as we was visiting friends in the area, the hotel is like home from home, our room was absolutely lovely, very clean, had everything we could possibly want, the grounds are also very well kept We was greeted at the reception by Heather, who is absolutely adorable, she... more

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5 of 5 stars
keentraveller003   6 contributions
Hertfordshire UK
Sep 22, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Stayed 4 nights at this hotel and was very impressed with staff friendliness, good breakfast choice, light and airy restaurant, cleanliness, good size rooms and modern decor, great location with easy access to main roads, and large car park. Cannot comment on pool, and other facilities as we did not have time to use them, although they looked good. more

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5 of 5 stars
CMinall   8 contributions
Wendover, UK
Sep 1, 2009

We stayed overnight on a cycling trip from Bristol to London, I was pleasantly surprised at the level of accommodation and amenities. The hotel is currently going through a refit, the rooms are of a 3-4 star, fresh, clean and modern fittings, the real bonus was the restaurant and health spa, we couldn't fault the food, not only the evening... more

Management response from
Hasan Ozdal, manager

I am pleased to hear you are pleasantly suprised. We always get good feed backs about quality of the food we serve, as we have got a very good kitchen team. We were awarded 5 star rating, by swindon brought council, after their recent visit, for Hygiene and Cleanlines. Cleanlines is our top priority, so standards you have observed during...

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5 of 5 stars
enty44   1 contribution
Church
Aug 23, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Very glad to have spent a weekend at the Nightingale. Friendly, helpful staff, superb cuisine and overall fascilities. Would definately return and recommend to anyone. more

Management response from
Hasan Ozdal, manager

Many Thanks for your kind words. It is nice to hear you had a pleasant stay and we would look forward to welcoming back.

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5 of 5 stars
Susan035   1 contribution
Newcastle
Jul 26, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

Excellent food, friendly staff, will be the perfect package upon completion of the refurbishment. more

Management response from
Hasan Ozdal, General Manager

Thank you very much for taking time to higlight your satisfaction. We would be very happy to welcome you back in completion of our refurbishment programme. We are investing greatly in our hotel, in this difficult economic times to be able to offer our guest an even better product.

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5 of 5 stars
JessieJamie   1 contribution
Bristol
Jul 26, 2009 | Trip type: Family

My family's stay was very enjoyable and we would love to stay here again. The staff are more than helpful and we were all made to feel very welcome. Our evening meal was superb and the menu catered for all my family. more

Management response from
Hasan Ozdal, General Manager

It is realy pleasing to read your review and I will pass your feedback on all the staff. We make sure we cater both for business travellers and familys alike. Our menu changes is aimed to be seasonal. Thank you for taking time to give your feedback. We would hope to welcome you again in the future.

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1 of 5 stars
thomson82   1 contribution
Glasgow
Jul 24, 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

Booked into the hotel with my mother and toddler (was on a trip with 40+ others)I had previously called to confirm i had a cot for my wee one which was confirmed. Anyway got there to find there was no cot , one could be provided but it wouldnt have fitted in the room. Then went to give my toddler... more

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Hasan Ozdal, General Manager

We always try very hard to make sure our guests have as pleasand time as possible. If I was communicated about size of your bedroom I would have moved you, as I got your bath plug repaired. I served you personally on the second night of your stay in the restaurant and when I done a satisfaction check after your...

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The South Marston Hotel Also Known As

  • Nightingale Hotel Swindon
Address: Old Vicarage Lane | (formerly The Nightingale Hotel), Swindon SN3 4SH, England