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Review about: Shearings Coach Holidays
8 days in Bournemouth
My wife and I have just returned from an 8 day trip to Bournemouth including a day on the Isle of Wight. Our accomodation was the Savoy Hotel. The hotel has a very good location overlooking the sea. We paid extra for a sea view. It was worth the cost. The hotel is in need of some love and attention. Our room was on the 4th floor. It was of adequate size despite part of the roof slope running through the room. The bed was comfortable and we slept well. The en suite unit was big enough but not up to scratch. The shower unit was small. The hot water took some considerable time to come through. Quite a waste of water in a week. The handbasin was awkward to use due to its positioning next to the loo. The shower could be bigger without much trouble. The washbasin and loo could be repositioned without much of a problem. New tiles and a coat of paint would also help. Both the room and en suite were kept clean and tidy.
We arrived on a Saturday. The 1st meal was dinner. It took nearly 2 hours. The food was poor and of smallish portions. The restaurant was obviously way understaffed. Sunday was the same. On Monday it was all change. More staff and a big jump in food quality. By Tuesday most people were satisfied with the staff and food. The breakfast buffet was good. The bar was well stocked if a little overpriced.
If money could be found to give this hotel the make over it needs it would be ideal.
Our driver/courier, Jim, was OK although he upset several people when trying to sell the optional excursions. A little over the top and not appreciated. The day trip to the Isle of Wight was to much coach and not enough sightseeing. If you want to see the island I would suggest having a few days rather than a fleeting visit.