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Candlesticks

1 Church Lane, Stamford PE9 2JU, England
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Candlesticks
Ranked #4 of 8 hotels in Stamford
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Swindon Wiltshire
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24 reviews 24 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Visiting Stamford demands staying at Candlesticks. This has been the 4th or 5th year I've stayed here and the quality of accommodation, service and food remains unequalled in the town. The initial welcome is always warm and friendly; the accommodation is comfortable; the bar is welcoming, allowing a good rapport with the Owner and Staff; and the food, served in... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

Stayed during the snow. Owner helped bring bags in. De-iced & cleaned snow off my car.Very quaint nice fire in bar. Could do with an update. Best value for money in Stamford it's self.Will stay again.

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Peterborough, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

This is a review of our experience in the restaurant. I have read less than positive reviews of the accommodation, which I haven't experienced so will leave to you to decide. Short story: great wine, amazing food, very reasonable set price, personal polite service, very welcoming, beautiful restaurant and cosy location. Parking was a touch cramped but we got the... More

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Peterborough, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2013

We used to go to Candlesticks many, many years ago but although the food was excellent, the owners got too greedy and put in far too many tables, making it very cramped. However, having returned on Saturday on a neighbours recommendation, we were not disappointed. The upstairs had little tables for having a drink before going down into the cellar... More

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Holbeach, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

We stayed one night, was welcomed shown to our room everything explained the bathroom larger than expected the room slightly dated but reasonably clean , the breakfast is in your room well supplied toaster,microwave,fridge and plenty to eat not that we wanted much after eating dinner here.The dinner three courses and re-fills of coffee/tea is excellant all for £21.90 and... More

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Peterborough
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14 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

This was our second trip to Candlesticks and was just as good as the original ! We stayed over here (the wine is far too good to contemplate driving!) The rooms are "quaint" but perfectly functional, clean and tidy - the bed was very comfortable! The food is excellent, with a good variety on the fixed price menu - top... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

Why compare this friendly, charming restaurant to local 5 star establishments with 10 to 20 times the staff? The below ground, vaulted restaurant is actually lit only by candles; the atmosphere is to be savoured, very much like the food. The three course varied menu is at a fixed priced, mix and match it doesn’t matter the food is £22... More

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10 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 18, 2012

... and not necessarily in a good way. Last minute booking for work, didn't check Trip Advisor first, so only have myself to blame. This is just a rather odd place, albeit with a first-rate location. I arrived and waited for 20 minutes or so for the poor fellow running the restaurant single-handedly to show me to my room. Not... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2012

Candlesticks is well located close to the centre of Stamford and makes a good base for exploring the town and area. It is primarily a restaurant, but also has a few rooms. There is a small parking area behind the hotel and separate access to the hotel through a side door. The room we had was on the third floor... More

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Wisbech, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

I bought my girlfriend here a couple years ago on recommendation from her parents. We had a very very good meal, for a modest sum, and the atmosphere was lovely. The staff were friendly and helpful and we had a good time overall.

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Also Known As:
Candlesticks Hotel
Candlesticks Hotel Stamford
Address: 1 Church Lane, Stamford PE9 2JU, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Lincolnshire > Stamford
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant
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Ranked #4 of 8 hotels in Stamford
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