DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Nottingham - Gateway {GBR}
Jun 26, 2023, 3:50 pm
#46
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Had a stay a couple of months back, hotel was fairly empty.
Stayed in 307/ 309 I think, both on ground floor of new section.
They are accessed through their own separate entrance at the rear, using your key card.
This could be an issue if raining and wanting to get between bar and room.
Not sure whether if you used the lift to go up a floor or so, whether you can walk through to main area?
Rooms were an upgrade from basic rooms booked.
No other Diamond perks other than free breakfast.
Stayed in 307/ 309 I think, both on ground floor of new section.
They are accessed through their own separate entrance at the rear, using your key card.
This could be an issue if raining and wanting to get between bar and room.
Not sure whether if you used the lift to go up a floor or so, whether you can walk through to main area?
Rooms were an upgrade from basic rooms booked.
No other Diamond perks other than free breakfast.
Jun 26, 2023, 5:43 pm
#47
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Cheshire
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I remember checking in at the front desk.
If you know you are definitely going to be in one of these rooms, drive around the back to park, I initially parked at the front and then moved the car.
Jun 27, 2023, 7:34 am
#48
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I think I was going to do OLCI once I’d seen the upgrade, then didn’t get around to it.
I remember checking in at the front desk.
If you know you are definitely going to be in one of these rooms, drive around the back to park, I initially parked at the front and then moved the car.
I remember checking in at the front desk.
If you know you are definitely going to be in one of these rooms, drive around the back to park, I initially parked at the front and then moved the car.
Cheers.
Jun 27, 2023, 7:39 am
#49
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Rooms are quite nice from what I remember, decent shower and a lot of space in the bathroom.
It was the night before one of the bank holidays, so probably not that busy as a result.
We are in the bar as arrived quite late, burger was reasonable from what I recall.
Jun 27, 2023, 10:03 am
#50
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Yep, I think I parked in a “Diamond” spot.
Rooms are quite nice from what I remember, decent shower and a lot of space in the bathroom.
It was the night before one of the bank holidays, so probably not that busy as a result.
We are in the bar as arrived quite late, burger was reasonable from what I recall.
Rooms are quite nice from what I remember, decent shower and a lot of space in the bathroom.
It was the night before one of the bank holidays, so probably not that busy as a result.
We are in the bar as arrived quite late, burger was reasonable from what I recall.
Jun 30, 2023, 2:50 pm
#51
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Arrived 8:30 pm, car park half full ( complimentary ) no longer designated diamond parking as the signs are gone.
Digital key arrived at my phone almost after I done OLCI around 6:30pm at some motorway services, no room choice but I’m in the new orchard wing.
It’s kinda nice, obviously very new…digital key worked fine for entrance door and room .
KING SUPERIOR ROOM - it’s reasonably big ,nice decor, huge tv, desk and comfy armchair…. Bed is superking size ( European) and very comfy, two bottles of water .
Will upload some photos later…
BATHROOM - it’s very small although the monsoon shower is fairly large, that said it’s not particularly powerful but perfectly adequate….fluffy towels and nice bathrobes..
Popped to bar for a swift beer and wandered around, don’t seem to remember the bar area, great looking menu and reasonably priced, I wish I didn’t eat at the motorway services now!
GYM - poked my head in , it’s clean and tidy but very sparse with not much equipment, I hope to get a quick workout in the morning.
Annoyingly there is a function on in the orchard suite and it’s heavy bass is loud, I can see the ear plugs coming out later!
About to retire ( hopefully ) , in the morning early breakfast and off to Newcastle.
Will report back!
Digital key arrived at my phone almost after I done OLCI around 6:30pm at some motorway services, no room choice but I’m in the new orchard wing.
It’s kinda nice, obviously very new…digital key worked fine for entrance door and room .
KING SUPERIOR ROOM - it’s reasonably big ,nice decor, huge tv, desk and comfy armchair…. Bed is superking size ( European) and very comfy, two bottles of water .
Will upload some photos later…
BATHROOM - it’s very small although the monsoon shower is fairly large, that said it’s not particularly powerful but perfectly adequate….fluffy towels and nice bathrobes..
Popped to bar for a swift beer and wandered around, don’t seem to remember the bar area, great looking menu and reasonably priced, I wish I didn’t eat at the motorway services now!
GYM - poked my head in , it’s clean and tidy but very sparse with not much equipment, I hope to get a quick workout in the morning.
Annoyingly there is a function on in the orchard suite and it’s heavy bass is loud, I can see the ear plugs coming out later!
About to retire ( hopefully ) , in the morning early breakfast and off to Newcastle.
Will report back!
Jul 1, 2023, 12:01 am
#52
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Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
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Arrived 8:30 pm, car park half full ( complimentary ) no longer designated diamond parking as the signs are gone.
Digital key arrived at my phone almost after I done OLCI around 6:30pm at some motorway services, no room choice but I’m in the new orchard wing.
It’s kinda nice, obviously very new…digital key worked fine for entrance door and room .
KING SUPERIOR ROOM - it’s reasonably big ,nice decor, huge tv, desk and comfy armchair…. Bed is superking size ( European) and very comfy, two bottles of water .
Will upload some photos later…
BATHROOM - it’s very small although the monsoon shower is fairly large, that said it’s not particularly powerful but perfectly adequate….fluffy towels and nice bathrobes..
Popped to bar for a swift beer and wandered around, don’t seem to remember the bar area, great looking menu and reasonably priced, I wish I didn’t eat at the motorway services now!
GYM - poked my head in , it’s clean and tidy but very sparse with not much equipment, I hope to get a quick workout in the morning.
Annoyingly there is a function on in the orchard suite and it’s heavy bass is loud, I can see the ear plugs coming out later!
About to retire ( hopefully ) , in the morning early breakfast and off to Newcastle.
Will report back!
Digital key arrived at my phone almost after I done OLCI around 6:30pm at some motorway services, no room choice but I’m in the new orchard wing.
It’s kinda nice, obviously very new…digital key worked fine for entrance door and room .
KING SUPERIOR ROOM - it’s reasonably big ,nice decor, huge tv, desk and comfy armchair…. Bed is superking size ( European) and very comfy, two bottles of water .
Will upload some photos later…
BATHROOM - it’s very small although the monsoon shower is fairly large, that said it’s not particularly powerful but perfectly adequate….fluffy towels and nice bathrobes..
Popped to bar for a swift beer and wandered around, don’t seem to remember the bar area, great looking menu and reasonably priced, I wish I didn’t eat at the motorway services now!
GYM - poked my head in , it’s clean and tidy but very sparse with not much equipment, I hope to get a quick workout in the morning.
Annoyingly there is a function on in the orchard suite and it’s heavy bass is loud, I can see the ear plugs coming out later!
About to retire ( hopefully ) , in the morning early breakfast and off to Newcastle.
Will report back!
Now off to breakfast, will report back!
Jul 1, 2023, 9:44 am
#53
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CONCLUSION - it was nice, would happily return
CHECK OUT - done online…easy !
ROOM NO - 303
NEXT PLANNED STAY - Hilton Newcastle Gateshead ( I’m here now )
Oct 6, 2023, 4:58 am
#54
Join Date: Jul 2012
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Posts: 205
Stayed here for one night. Booked a queen and that's what I got. Looked pretty busy when looking at upgrade options on day of check in.
Bar was quite lively when I arrived at 9pm and I headed to my room in the older bit of the hotel
Looks like council are still using this as over spill for residents in the local area.
Had to drive north morning so can got a quick bite at breakfast. Didnt have any of the cooked options. Apparently the evening menu has been updated
OK for £95 stop
Bar was quite lively when I arrived at 9pm and I headed to my room in the older bit of the hotel
Looks like council are still using this as over spill for residents in the local area.
Had to drive north morning so can got a quick bite at breakfast. Didnt have any of the cooked options. Apparently the evening menu has been updated
OK for £95 stop
Oct 7, 2023, 12:49 pm
#55
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Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
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Stayed here for one night. Booked a queen and that's what I got. Looked pretty busy when looking at upgrade options on day of check in.
Bar was quite lively when I arrived at 9pm and I headed to my room in the older bit of the hotel
Looks like council are still using this as over spill for residents in the local area.
Had to drive north morning so can got a quick bite at breakfast. Didnt have any of the cooked options. Apparently the evening menu has been updated
OK for £95 stop
Bar was quite lively when I arrived at 9pm and I headed to my room in the older bit of the hotel
Looks like council are still using this as over spill for residents in the local area.
Had to drive north morning so can got a quick bite at breakfast. Didnt have any of the cooked options. Apparently the evening menu has been updated
OK for £95 stop