Village Hotel Bury
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I have stayed in this hotels many times in the last 5 years due to work in the area. This is the first time back in about 18 months with the comments below:
Positive:
Rooms are fairly big
Choice of food good
Access to the free gym and pool is very good. Lots of equipment to use and large pool. Does get busy in peak times
Very friendly and approachable staff (Espicially on reception)
Negatives
Room felling tired. Dirty marks on wall. Toilet missing gromets on seat. Loose electric socket.Dirty Shower area.
I had a disabled room with a joining door that banged when the window was opened.
I ate in the resturant, food was ok. Service took ages (Over an hour for garlic bread and meatballs)
Breakfast - Ate at 7.30am not great quite good choice but had been sitting there a while.
Suggestions
Try and get a room that is not in the back. These rooms are not refurbished and are a walk to reception.
Positive:
Rooms are fairly big
Choice of food good
Access to the free gym and pool is very good. Lots of equipment to use and large pool. Does get busy in peak times
Very friendly and approachable staff (Espicially on reception)
Negatives
Room felling tired. Dirty marks on wall. Toilet missing gromets on seat. Loose electric socket.Dirty Shower area.
I had a disabled room with a joining door that banged when the window was opened.
I ate in the resturant, food was ok. Service took ages (Over an hour for garlic bread and meatballs)
Breakfast - Ate at 7.30am not great quite good choice but had been sitting there a while.
Suggestions
Try and get a room that is not in the back. These rooms are not refurbished and are a walk to reception.
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we booked a family room for two nights, but on arrival i wasnt sure if this was a family room? i queried this at reception only to be told it was a family room. our kids were meant to share a sofa bed, however, we felt this inappropriate as they are male and female and different ages. so my husband and son shared the sofa bed and we had the large comfy bed! the hotel was immaculately clean in every area. the leisure facilities where fantastic although the kids pool times where a little restricting. we ate at the hotel both nights, good choice and good quality food although on the first night they forgot the kids meal! however, my husband did complain to management about the room and they acted really quickly, we were given a better room with 2 kids beds and sky movies for the kids so well done village, we enjoyed our stay and would thinks about booking again, in an upper deck room
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If you get a special deal this can be a fun family night away. The bedrooms are decent in size and beds comfy, our room needed a good clean so we asked to move and the upper deck room was very well cleaned. The gym facilities were great but the spa a little expensive. Pub served good wine and had a fun atmosphere. The restaurant food was high quality but overpriced, we were given discount vouchers for the restaurant on departure. The food was so good but it was empty in the restaurant so perhaps the high prices put people off? Oh and 3 menus was confusing, one menu would be better in my opinion. Breakfast was average, good choice but the hot breakfast was greasy and cheap, it wasn't that busy so an egg cooked to order would have made a big difference. Overall it's a handy location, lots on offer for a hotel and rooms are competitively priced so we will go again
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Overall very good but can be expensive and breakfasts was cold dont like ne w menus on restaurant better before dont like Italian menus better off in bar cleaning not too good either stayed in twin room wasn't cleaned properly
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If you are prepared to take the magical mystery tour to the annex at the back of the hotel you will find some very quiet rooms overlooking the river at the back. The rooms are basic but beds very comfortable. The highlight of the stay was the italian restaurant - great food at a very reasonable price and extremely pleasant, attentive staff who go out of their way to explain the extensive menu and make you feel very welcome indeed. I'd give it five stars but the bathroom was a bit tired, fancied a bath but the silicon sealant around the bath could do some some anti mould treatment and the fabric on the seat for the desk was shabby/stained and lastly no radio stations on the tv. But I'll definitely return for the food and the beds and the excellent team that work there.
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We stayed 2 nights b&b and evening meal both nights (eating from the 2 for £29.00 menu
First thing it is accessible to wheelchairs (big plus when you are pushing someone in one) with lots of disabled parking spaces.
Although we did not book an accessible room, the bathroom had enough room and grips for a disabled person.
The bed was comfortable and we had two pillows each (yipee!)
We ate in Vinny and Vinos the first evening and the food was good although it took an eternity to get our three courses (2 hours plus)
The second night we ate in the bar and again the food was good this time with express service.
Breakfast was o.k could have done with a few more cereals to choose from.
Staff were friendly and helpful throughout
Another plus is that is very easy find being right on the Motorway exit.
Only gripe was wine was quite pricey £12.00 plus for a half caraffe was a bit steep.
However really enjoyed the break and have added it to my list of places to use for a short break or stopover
First thing it is accessible to wheelchairs (big plus when you are pushing someone in one) with lots of disabled parking spaces.
Although we did not book an accessible room, the bathroom had enough room and grips for a disabled person.
The bed was comfortable and we had two pillows each (yipee!)
We ate in Vinny and Vinos the first evening and the food was good although it took an eternity to get our three courses (2 hours plus)
The second night we ate in the bar and again the food was good this time with express service.
Breakfast was o.k could have done with a few more cereals to choose from.
Staff were friendly and helpful throughout
Another plus is that is very easy find being right on the Motorway exit.
Only gripe was wine was quite pricey £12.00 plus for a half caraffe was a bit steep.
However really enjoyed the break and have added it to my list of places to use for a short break or stopover
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I am a gym member here and regularly stop over for theme nights such as Take That tribute bands etc. I also always try to fit in a swim/gym or both before or after work dependent on my shifts. This is an extremely busy hotel with a couple of good restaurants including the bar for lighter meals. The staff are exemplary and the rooms are good value. The only bugbear I have is the amount of time allocated to kids swimming lessons because there isn't a separate pool and the instructors like to occupy up to 2/3 of the pool area which is really annoying. They should get rid of the sun loungers and build a kids pool then everyone would be happy because alot of regulars are in agreeance. Apart from that, definitely worth a stay. Excellent value.
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We stayed at the hotel for 3 days over Easter with a meal included on the first night.
We decided to try the new Italian restaurant vinny and vino.
What can I see apart from extremely poor if any director or senior manager of VILLAGE is reading this please think again or go bsvk to yhe drawing board.
Our starters took an eternity and when they arrived were wrong.
We left our starters and explained to staff in the bar.
A young man called Matt Ransom then used all his customer service skills and turned the whole experience into a positive one.
We sldo spoken to the hotel Manageress who was very sympathetic and listened to our experience and took on board our constructive criticism about the vino and vinny restaurant.
As for our food in the bar it was absolutely perfect so much that our friends that live in Bury were going there the following week to try.
This is the third time we have stayed at the village Bury and find the staff to be friendly and rooms to be comfortable.
We cannot wait for our next visit in June and will be spreading the word of this hidden gem of Bury.
We decided to try the new Italian restaurant vinny and vino.
What can I see apart from extremely poor if any director or senior manager of VILLAGE is reading this please think again or go bsvk to yhe drawing board.
Our starters took an eternity and when they arrived were wrong.
We left our starters and explained to staff in the bar.
A young man called Matt Ransom then used all his customer service skills and turned the whole experience into a positive one.
We sldo spoken to the hotel Manageress who was very sympathetic and listened to our experience and took on board our constructive criticism about the vino and vinny restaurant.
As for our food in the bar it was absolutely perfect so much that our friends that live in Bury were going there the following week to try.
This is the third time we have stayed at the village Bury and find the staff to be friendly and rooms to be comfortable.
We cannot wait for our next visit in June and will be spreading the word of this hidden gem of Bury.
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My husband is from the UK, just outside of Bury, and when we would visit we would always stay with his Dad. Well, his Dad decided to move over to the states near us and right about the same time they built this hotel. We have been staying there ever since, at least for 10 years now, probably more. We've seen the hotel change and grow and it really is like a home away from home for us and our two boys, now 15 and 13. We have always had great service, great food and we even had my husband's daughter's wedding there in 2008. That went very well as we expected it would. We always get bed and breakfast and enjoy the full breakfast buffet every morning (although after 10+ years I have to be honest, some changes to the breakfast buffet, for me, the fussy American, would be very welcome). The pool and the leisure center is unsurpassed. I've also had the opportunity to use the spa a couple of times and that is also very nice with great service and offerings. We've had friends and family join us for the wedding and they've stayed here with us other times as well and everyone loves it here. You can enjoy Bury Market just down the road and the beautiful new Rock Shopping Center with shops galore and it's an easy drive by car or taxi or train in to Downtown Manchester with all sorts of wonderful shopping, restaurants and bars. Not sure when we'll be back but it won't be long.
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Stayed here last August for one night. Deal included stay, 3 course meal, and breakfast. We do not live far from Bury so hotel easy to find from motorway. Plenty of parking available.
Arrived Friday afternoon and check in was ok and we went to our room. Not much info given about spa, restaurant etc is was a bit like find it out yourself.
The room was small but alright for a one night stay. However we were stuck at the back of the hotel and had a view of a brick wall!!! The lighting in the room was very dim not good for doing make up or your hair.
We did use the pool which we enjoyed along with the jacuzzi but we didnt have any spa treatments which are available at a charge.
We booked our evening meal time and this was very nice you chose from a set menu. Wine was not included and was a little pricey.
There is a lovely pub just across the carpark which we visited for a drink at lunchtime when we found it quite busy. However when we popped in at night it was so quiet it was closing early.
While there lots of guests were staying for a wedding and other functions which was ok untill you wanted to sleep. It was very noisey during the night by other guests coming back to their rooms very late and some running up and down the corriders banging doors. This spoilt it for us as it was a one night stay for a special birthday for me and I had a party the next day.
Breakfast was a let down as you had to wait standing untill a table was free and yet when after about 15mins we went in lots were free but uncleared.Also a football team were getting breakfast and eating elsewhere so you had to wait ages for food etc as they couldnt cope with the demand.
Would I go again maybe on a deal but I would ask for a better view and a quiter room.
Arrived Friday afternoon and check in was ok and we went to our room. Not much info given about spa, restaurant etc is was a bit like find it out yourself.
The room was small but alright for a one night stay. However we were stuck at the back of the hotel and had a view of a brick wall!!! The lighting in the room was very dim not good for doing make up or your hair.
We did use the pool which we enjoyed along with the jacuzzi but we didnt have any spa treatments which are available at a charge.
We booked our evening meal time and this was very nice you chose from a set menu. Wine was not included and was a little pricey.
There is a lovely pub just across the carpark which we visited for a drink at lunchtime when we found it quite busy. However when we popped in at night it was so quiet it was closing early.
While there lots of guests were staying for a wedding and other functions which was ok untill you wanted to sleep. It was very noisey during the night by other guests coming back to their rooms very late and some running up and down the corriders banging doors. This spoilt it for us as it was a one night stay for a special birthday for me and I had a party the next day.
Breakfast was a let down as you had to wait standing untill a table was free and yet when after about 15mins we went in lots were free but uncleared.Also a football team were getting breakfast and eating elsewhere so you had to wait ages for food etc as they couldnt cope with the demand.
Would I go again maybe on a deal but I would ask for a better view and a quiter room.
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Booked a night here which included dinner and breakfast for £68 so very good value, it s busy place with conferencing and leisure facilities, there is also a pub next door and its straight off the M66 at the bury turn off. The room was clean and had all facilities needed, check in was efficient although not particularly friendly. Dinner was average, considering it was a speciality Italian restaurant the pasta was very poor. You can be in bury town centre in 5 minutes and most places in the north west in an hour so good location. The noise from the m66 was quite loud once it got to baout 5am in the morning
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Stayed as part of a hen package , check in busy but efficient , rooms comfortable , spa really good v relaxing and friendly . Had very good back massage and we were welcome to spend time in the relaxation space . Lobby very relaxing to sit and chat in . Attended the ABBA party night v well run, nice meal , comfortable spacious lounge areas with bar. Great if busy breakfast next morning and a visit to the pool/ hot tub rounded off a lovely stay. Would recommend for groups of friends or just a couple of people wanting a bit of chill out time .Some really good spa packages advertised throughout the hotel.
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Stayed here overnight as it was cheaper than getting the taxi home after work christmas do. Service great, room comfortable, breakfast great, with very flexible timing.
Would definitely use this hotel again - plan to try the spa facilities next time.
Would definitely use this hotel again - plan to try the spa facilities next time.
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I stayed at The Village hotel recently with a group as part of a hen weekend. It was very good value for money and the package included bed and breakfast, a three course meal as part of the ABBA tribute night.
The hotel is quite big and the communal areas are lovely, Starbucks as you walk in, an open fireplace and seating area by reception, a huge pool, a bar area and separate restaurant. The only thing to let it down is the bedroom.
We were given room 231 and the bedroom itself was fine but the bathroom was very dated which was unusual as the bedroom itself had been refurbished. The tiles were old, the shower was dated and the towel rail had long wires coming out of it, (quite dangerous if you trip yourself up coming out of the shower). Also an air con system is desperately needed and the TV channel reception is poor and the choice of channels are limited.
I would probably stay here again if we were celebrating another occasion but I’d probably look for a room upgrade. Also some of the staff could have been a little more professional (we were completely ignored at breakfast whilst waiting to be seated).
The hotel is quite big and the communal areas are lovely, Starbucks as you walk in, an open fireplace and seating area by reception, a huge pool, a bar area and separate restaurant. The only thing to let it down is the bedroom.
We were given room 231 and the bedroom itself was fine but the bathroom was very dated which was unusual as the bedroom itself had been refurbished. The tiles were old, the shower was dated and the towel rail had long wires coming out of it, (quite dangerous if you trip yourself up coming out of the shower). Also an air con system is desperately needed and the TV channel reception is poor and the choice of channels are limited.
I would probably stay here again if we were celebrating another occasion but I’d probably look for a room upgrade. Also some of the staff could have been a little more professional (we were completely ignored at breakfast whilst waiting to be seated).
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Booked the de vere as a last minute get away with the family! Having stayed at Chester we knew what to expect but were still pleasantly surprised! This one seemed to be run much better lovely pool, receptionist staff were fantastic and the staff in the pub were also brilliant. Only negatives I can think of about this hotel bad customer service and food in the verve they look at you more like you are a nuisance and not a paying guest! And don't even apologise when they know they are In the wrong just overall bad attitudes! And another negative u don't expect to see senior management drinking alcohol while on shift, as to me this gives the wrong impression. Overall an enjoyable experience until we went to the verve restaurant!
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We stayed here last Friday and had a great stay. The reception was good and so was our room. The Victory bar was good value so was the Verve. The set meal £29 for two was great value. I noticed that a plastic bag had been wrapped around the smoke alarm and informed reception they arranged for it to be removed with haste. The hotel was very clean and all in all very nice. The Buffett breakfast was ok. The service at Breakfast was very attentive while being seated we where asked if we had a good night sleep and that if we needed any porridge or boiled eggs to let them know. I will stay here again
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Stayed here for two nights over a weekend in February. We have stayed at many De Vere Village hotels over the years and enjoy the swimming pool, sauna, etc.
In this case, the pool was excellent, sauna ok, but the steam room was too hot, even the regulars weren't using it.
The room was tired, to say the least. The window casement did not fit the frame so there was an icy draught. The heater controls were broken and the sink was nearly blocked. As for the TV, the picture was grainy, the aspect ratio incorrect and the channel selection poor.
I told the receptionist about the sink and window problem and she was completely disinterested.
Food and service was reasonable. There was a pub quiz which was advertised for 7:00pm. The locals knew it started at 9:00pm, so, despite asking the bar staff when it was going to start we had to wait two hours in the bar when we could have had a meal in the restaurant then gone to the quiz.
Definitely the worst Village hotel I have stayed in. However, it was cheap, so doesn't get too bad a review.
In this case, the pool was excellent, sauna ok, but the steam room was too hot, even the regulars weren't using it.
The room was tired, to say the least. The window casement did not fit the frame so there was an icy draught. The heater controls were broken and the sink was nearly blocked. As for the TV, the picture was grainy, the aspect ratio incorrect and the channel selection poor.
I told the receptionist about the sink and window problem and she was completely disinterested.
Food and service was reasonable. There was a pub quiz which was advertised for 7:00pm. The locals knew it started at 9:00pm, so, despite asking the bar staff when it was going to start we had to wait two hours in the bar when we could have had a meal in the restaurant then gone to the quiz.
Definitely the worst Village hotel I have stayed in. However, it was cheap, so doesn't get too bad a review.
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I felt it was a but shabby, restaurant had run out if some meals and some wine and beer was not available, service and staff were ok, but the best ever, they had run out of room keys, so I was let in by a porter then had to stuff paper in the socket you would put your key to turn on electric, just sums it up for me. Apart from that is was fair but not the best
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My family and I have just stayed for my 60th birthday and had a lovely time the room was very good (UPPERDECK ROOM ) the pool excellent and the evening meal was good to, all staff were friendly and we all had a very enjoyable stay.
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But late with the review as just joined trip advisor,have now stayed here about 5-6 times with my partner and love every aspect,staff brilliant,food is excellent,great fry up and chicken wings on a Sunday are better than KFC,rooms have always been spotless carnt wait to stay again
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This place confused the hell out of my colleague and I. We took ages trying to find our rooms at the back of the hotel. You have to go up to get down to your room! Very confusing walk back to reception. The bar prices are a little steep, £6-45 a large glass of very average red. Spa was ok, pool was busy with private lessons. Breakfast was ok, self service, and coffee from a machine. Ok if you want just want somewhere to lay your head after busy day.
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This is a great hotel situated on the outskirts of Bury Town Centre. The facilities are of a really high standard and the staff are friendly and helpful, always trying to go the extra mile. It has a very active events section with tribute acts and parties most weekends.
Unfortunately we had hoped for a quiet weekend away rejuvenating from the challenges that come with a two year old. We were a bit anxious when we went to our room we saw a number of hen parties getting ready for a big night.
At about 1am the noise of the returning hen parties began with giggling girls coming in and out and in and out of the rooms opposite ours. It gradually grew louder and louder and I was about to try and reason with the girls when a fight broke out in the corridor with rival hen parties. Screaming and shouting woke everyone in the hotel and security came to calm things down. At about 4am things started to go quiet, but any chance of a good night sleep was ruined.
When I spoke to staff about the incident they were great. Very professional and a credit to de veres. For our second night they moved us to the rear of the hotel (there was a works party on that night) and we really benefitted for a great night’s sleep.
I would really recommend this hotel for its facilities and staff, but I would book a room at the rear of the property in the extension that backs onto the river (unless you are a stag or hen party).
Unfortunately we had hoped for a quiet weekend away rejuvenating from the challenges that come with a two year old. We were a bit anxious when we went to our room we saw a number of hen parties getting ready for a big night.
At about 1am the noise of the returning hen parties began with giggling girls coming in and out and in and out of the rooms opposite ours. It gradually grew louder and louder and I was about to try and reason with the girls when a fight broke out in the corridor with rival hen parties. Screaming and shouting woke everyone in the hotel and security came to calm things down. At about 4am things started to go quiet, but any chance of a good night sleep was ruined.
When I spoke to staff about the incident they were great. Very professional and a credit to de veres. For our second night they moved us to the rear of the hotel (there was a works party on that night) and we really benefitted for a great night’s sleep.
I would really recommend this hotel for its facilities and staff, but I would book a room at the rear of the property in the extension that backs onto the river (unless you are a stag or hen party).
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went to this hotel yesterday for for patyr night with work friends brilliant night set meal but was brill any one needing special meals just let them no diabled well catered for pool sauna ect very good staff on arrival brilliant room lovely clean and tea coffee ect provided tv including some sky channels breakfast this morning great you can eat as much or as little as you like from contental brekkie to full cooked as well as toast danish pastries and corn flakes ect fresh orange tea coffee ecgt on tap you just help your self you are shown to your table by staff who explain where everything in the dining room is check in is from 3pm and check out 11am so you can av a lie in after a night dancing drinking and eating theres even room service for those who want breakfast in bed so go enjoy and great night out with family and friends alike they even welcome pets aswell as children
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I visited the restaurant Verve grill and bar and from the moment i entered i was greeted and made to feel warm and welcome. I was with a few of my relatives and looking for an enjoyable evening. I don't usually write reviews but all of my family loved our experience. Danny was great he made my Grandmother feel so special and laugh so much. After dining the waitress i didn't catch her name i think it was Tina? but aided us to the pub to enjoy the rest of the evening. Having stayed in alot of hotels through work this is up there with the best.
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Visited the The Village Hotel to an evening of Take That tribute act. Absolutely brilliant. Three course meal well served, well prepared, excellent catering. Cost £22.95. Evening starts with the meal, then a tribute act performs leading to a disco to finish the evening off. Well worth the money. My friends and I will be going again to another tribute act, Michael bubble soon.
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