Audley Wood ****

This is one of these hotels you will like because of the very friendly staff. I was amazed when I stayed at Audleys Wood for the second time, the young bartender remembered me and said “welcome back sir, how was your trip from the Netherlands”. Isn’t that great?

Audleys Wood Hotel in Basingstoke, Hampshire, was a much loved home for much of its life and it is perhaps this episode in its history that gives the mansion such warmth and comfort to this day.

Built in the 1880s as a private home for Thomas Pain, it subsequently enjoyed a rich and colourful history, with owners and visitors including the rich and famous. Today it is a 72 bedroom, 4 star hotel surrounded by woodlands and seven acres of private grounds.

It is beautiful, has a classic feeling and every room “welcomes” you. The restaurant is located behind the bar and has an amazing wooden ceiling.

Whenever in the Basingstoke area, forget Hilton and Marriott hotels and stay at Audleys Wood. It’s worth it! The hotel is very close to the M3.

BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM