Bodysgallen Hall and Spa

We have just returned from a four day break at Bodysgallen. Our Stay in a quirky spa cottage, provided us with all the comfort, privacy and peace we required, within easy reach of the main hotel. The hotel and grounds are beautiful. Every member of staff we encountered from housekeepers, gardeners and reception staff were charming, but special mention should be made of the dining room team. They made our experience exceptional, always attentive without being intrusive, and always greeted by a generous welcome and smile even when the restaurant was busy. The food was outstanding, albeit the menu slightly limited on Mondays and Tuesdays. Our only disappointment during our stay was our experience in the spa, we used this before dinner every evening as a way of relaxing after a day out exploring and walking in beautiful north wales. Unfortunately the spa is not exclusive to hotel residents, with paid membership subscription offered to the local community. This meant at times it felt more like a municipal pool, with serious swimmers diving, tumble turning, and repeatedly pounding lengths which restricted pool space and increased poolside noise level for hotel residents. Not quite the spa experience we were hoping for, but perhaps with a little thought the hotel could find a compromise that would please all users. A bonus to our stay was beautiful sunshine all week and complimentary NT tickets to Bodnant gardens provided by hotel reception.

We checked in and had room nine at the top, which was lovely and cosy. We loved all the little touches. It was very comfortable and we had super views of the grounds from the window. We then swapped rooms for the second night because we were on a last minute booking. we were given a cottage in the grounds. Which was absolutely amazing with a small kitchen, cosy living room, spotless bathroom and lovely bedroom. It was so good we have booked to come back again to that very room. This was called the new cottage. We asked staff which was their favourite room and they say room five, so maybe in a future holiday we will stay there. We stayed for dinner and had lamb which was superb. There was lots of skill in the dish. Breakfast was also of an equally high standard. I had the porridge which came with a jug of cream, delicious. My husband had a full Welsh breakfast, which he said was beautifully cooked. While we were there, we took a walk around the grounds. We also went to the Spa and had a swim. It was a good temperature and there was also a hot tub which was nice and hot and bubbly. All the staff looked after us during our stay, and we were quite sad to leave. Went into the library to get the better Wi-Fi signal. We also used the bar, which was well stocked and the bartender was very attentive. In the title I said lots of surprises and there really are from the gardens, to the service, to the rooms, to the food, to the spa, to all of it really. I don’t want to say too much as you should really discover it for yourself. This is a National Trust property and is fantastically maintained. A real gem and we will be back very soon.

Four of us stayed for five nights in the Pineapple Cottage. The cottage is very cosy; two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The front bedroom with king size bed is light and spacious but the bathroom is a bit of a squeeze; narrow bath, no shower and no handholds. The second bedroom is smaller with only a double bed but a very nice bathroom. We liked it a lot but it was a bit of a squeeze. The room cleaning was miraculous. We ate in only one night because we wanted to try the local restaurants but the meal and service were excellent. We ate breakfast in every day because it was so convenient. It was good but only just. We found all the staff to be very friendly and helpful. Overall, a very enjoyable stay.

the whole experience was amazing. the spa was inviting. the food was perfect. staff wonderful and helpful. just what we needed to de stress. we had a cottage room with the biggest bed we have ever slept in. lovely little kitchen to make your teas and coffees. fresh milk not uht.

Beautiful small hotel. Accommodation and food excellent. Would rate this hotel as the second best, the first being Middlethorpe Hall also part of the National trust hotels. If you stay you will not be disappointed. The administration staff very helpful. Look forward to staying again next time we are in Wales.

I bought my mum a voucher for us to have a spa treatment and afternoon tea in the main hall. Wow what an experience! I have been on many spa days but can honestly say that the Spa at Bodysgallen is up there with the best. The quality of treatment, the treatment rooms and the relaxing friendly service really made it. What a hidden gem. We were then lucky enough to have afternoon tea in one of the private rooms, even with a butler servce. Again, I love an afternoon tea and im a bit of a foodie, so always have high expectations. This did not disapoint!! We got to choose our own tea from a long list servid in elegant silver finery, we were bowled over ny he amount of food...fresh hand cut sandwiches and delicious fresh home made cakes and scones. It was such a good experience that we will most likely make this an annual trip! Well done to all the staff at Bodysgallen who went above and beyone and made our day so special - we will be back :)

We absolutely love this place and have been going for many years, the front of house staff are great, so polite, so friendly and they know how to look after people..we have stayed and the accommodation is wonderful, everything you need. However, Sunday lunch, we have never come away so disappointed. Nothing to do with the front of house and service but the kitchen let them down and they are the ones who have to deal with complaints. Canapes as a taster...far too large, anyway that wasn't the issue. Bread, good as always, starters great. Main course, the chicken was really good but the Beef....another table didn't touch theirs, my husband tried his but it was just awful.... My chichen, as I've said was great so carried on... He couldn't eat it, thry brought another piece for him, by which time I've eaten so the whole experience of eating together has gone...it was served cold. Not sure what happened on this day, it's the same chef who has been there for years BUT we won't be in a hurry to go back and thats really sad as we have had so many superb meals and stays at Bodysgallen but through all this fiasco the front of house staff were absolutely professional. I will let the Pride of Britian Hotels know about this visit,.

Afternoon Tea was AMAZING! Super selection of sandwiches, scones and cakes ! Beautifully made by Abdullah and so professionally served by Gareth and Simon. Every detail to make the experience great was attended to - including by Will at reception! No place in the Chester area comes close ! What a fabulous house and gardens - can’t wait to return in the Autumn with some more friends ! Thankyou Bodysgallen - fab time !

Wonderful experience in a very old listed Grade1 building. The hotel has every facility you would expect of a quality hotel,. The Dining Room, menu and service were exceptional. The Staff were excellent, friendly and helpful from arrival to departure. No hesitation in recommending to discerning potential guests.