Albright Hussey Manor Hotel

4.5/5 based on 806 reviews
Latest Reviews
My family have been going to the albright hussey for over 2 decades now and so my hisband and I just knew that this was where we wanted to have our special day, but we could never have imagined the day that all the staff gave us.
With a marquee on the front lawn, Paul the owner went above and beyond anything we could have ever imagined. The food was out if this world and they had everything down to the last minute.
It really was a spectacular day and it was Paul and his staff who made it so special.
I truly beleive that we would never have had such a magical day if it was not for Paul and his staff.
Thank You sooo much everyone.
thebestof.co.uk
Source: thebestof.co.uk
Our second stay the the hotel and we were equally thrilled. The service, cleanliness of the room and quality of the food were all superb. The duty manager was very cheerful, friendly and obliging. The maid had mistakenly put a mattress topper on the bed in place of the duvet. When I rang down about it, the duty manager came up with a proper duvet and placed it in the duvet cover straight away.
During the courses for the NYE gala dinner, I mentioned that I didn't want the Champagne iced course, and the duty manager (who was serving), promptly brought me a blackcurrant sorbet instead! There were 100 people to serve, so the kitchen must have been stretched,so I was very impressed with that. Another guest said that she couldn't eat a creme caramel with alcohol in, so the same duty manager, brought out two huges scoops of chocolate ice cream!
A good place to stay, although it has no leisure facilities!
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Me and my Wife's Family went to Albright Hussey Manor to celebrate her Mum 80th Birthday
As our Party consisted off 21 Adults and 4 Children we were given the Moathouse Room which was a great room,the food was a three course Dinner with a good choice of Starters,Mains and Dessert the food was excellent for the price (under £20 per head) all of the Staff were very friendy and could not do enough for us the service was excellent and all our party got there courses at around the same time which says a lot for the Chef .The Manor was very Impressive inside and out to the Bridge over the Moat to the inside of the rooms .Overall all of the party were very impressed with the whole experience and as most of the Party live 40 miles away including me and my Wife I will be having a Trip out there again for a meal and maybe a stay .
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We were a party of 8 and stayed on the 2 night New Year break. The welcome and friendliness is just wonderful and the staff cannot do enough to make your stay pleasureable. The food was definitely NOT mass catering! The New Years Eve meal was a delight and beautifully served to the hundred or so guests - a huge amount of skill and perparation had obviously gone into this. Our dinner on the following night was of an equally high standard and the local ingredients in the breakfasts are excellent.
Our party had rooms 11-15 and apart from problems with one of the showers, we were all very satisfied with the standard. Overall we had no complaints and will definitley go back to the hotel - perhaps even lashing out and going for one of the amazing suites in the old manor house!
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
The period between Christmas and new year is always a good test of hotel service it's so easy for the staff to lose momentum and take a mental breather before the NYE big bash. We stayed on Dec 28 and were directed to room 11 which was pleasant but very chilly with only one small radiator in the room. There was also only a thin bedcover and we had to ask for more bedding and were provided with a thick duvet. Why we had to ask for this mid-winter is a mystery.

The Tudor based hotel is situated in a lovely spot surrounded by farmland and the internal 16th century architecture is amazing with lots of beams and leaded glass. With a roaring fire in the lounge this would have been a fantastic place to relax on a winter afternoon, but when we went down to the bar about 4.30pm the lounge was in darkness and the bar was closed, we had to hunt for a waiter to get any service.

As has been mentioned, the GM, Malcolm, is a real asset to the hotel and is a real "people person". He chatted to us for much longer than he needed to and made us feel very welcome. He even saved us some money by suggesting we change our booking to a package rather than as separate room and meals, something he needn't have done. His description of the restaurant ethos led us to expect a memorable fine-dining experience but although the food was of good quality and well cooked, it lacked the finesse and subtlety to get anywhere near a Michelin star. Our table was also in a chilly corner a there appeared to be only two waiters serving the whole restaurant, which is probably why we had to ask for water twice. I hate to be negative, because I'm sure everyone was trying their best, maybe they just need a couple of extra bodies?

To give a further example, the breakfast table soon ran out of grapefruit, fruit yoghurt and orange juice. We had to ask for these to be topped up, something which shouldn't be necessary especially at the sort of rates the hotel is commanding. Simple things that happen when you're understaffed or you drop your guard and which can make a memorable experience into a mediocre one.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Just spent a night in room 11 size is good about the size of a cozy living room. Some lovely shabby chic bedroom furniture. Some nice touches like being told who cleaned your room (Jessica you made my room lovely thank you) walls are a little thin but I still had a good nights sleep. Breakfast was lovely and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Malcom (I think it was his name) is friendly and full of info about the building. He is a credit to the hotel...would I go again? Definitely The place is so nice and peaceful ideal to recharge your batteries and quality time with your partner. Free WiFi but it can be slow but in my opinion that's not a bad thing
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Having not stayed at this hotel for several years, didn't know quite what to expect, although in the past it had been extremely good in all areas.
Wow is the only word for it now. It is even better than before. The warmth hits you as soon as you walked through the door and everyone is so friendly and helpful. Our room was lovely and really warm on a very cold evening. The food absolutely delicious. A special word of praise for the Head Waiter, who greets you like a long lost friend and keeps the whole restaurant flowing with precision.
What a nice change to go somewhere where nothing is too much trouble.
Can't wait to return.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We visited the hotel last weekend for a pre Christmas get together with 50 friends .From the greeting at reception desk the service was excellent .The hotel owner was present to ensure everything went to plan and his general manager Malcolm was also on hand as was events manager David.Nothing was too much trouble and the food was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone ,not easy with large groups but they surpassed themselves. The service from waiting on staff was great too.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Really nice hotel and excellent service. Good food and Comfy room.Only downside was faulty internet.
expedia.co.uk
Source: expedia.co.uk
We had are civil ceremony and wedding celebrations at the Albright Hussey on the 7th September, the day was perfect. After the initial consultation with David we knew we had made the right choice. The location and setting coupled with the efficient and professional attention to detail made the decision easy.
We stayed the night in one of the hotels suites, which was huge, traditional, clean and had great views over the surrounding countryside. The day itself was exactly as planned, we were fortunate that the weather was beautiful, and proceeded to have our service on the glorious lawns, reception drinks on the terrace and dinner in the fabulous Moat Room restaurant. Nothing was too much trouble and the day ran like clockwork. The wedding breakfast and service was fantastic, with all our guests commenting the same, quite an achivement considering the clientle!
Needless to say but the breakfast the following morning was great and completed a memourable weedend, many thanks to David, Paul, Malcolm and all the staff for a wonderful stay.
Kyoko and Daniel.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We went with friends as their guests for the evening on Friday. On arriving I was a little disappointed at the style of room we were in however it was comfortable and the bed was great and the room was quiet. Some of the rooms available are stunning.
The location was lovely and the garden extremely pretty with its black swans.
The most awesome thing about this hotel is its food. I had the best vegetarian meal I have had in years and the Dessert (Amaretto souffle) was quite simply the best one I have had in all my 41 years!
It deserves rave reviews as the service was impeccable. A gentleman called Malcolm in the restaurant was lovely and the owner was extremely friendly and very professional.
We will go back and I would highly recommend a visit to its reataurant and a stay in one of their main house rooms
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We stayed here for a business trip so the location wasn't brilliant but we couldn't fault the service or the set up if the rooms. Free wifi. Great staff. Nice food. We ate dinner two nights and it was very pleasant. Set up really well for weddings and big events.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Found this by happy accident. It's a lovely old place that appears to cater to weddings and
such. Try to avoid the rooms facing the entry if there is an evening event.

Nice group of folks, very clean, and good breakfast. Gentleman who took care of
us at breakfast (Malcom) was fun, helpful, and a good sport who gave the place personality.

We would return.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
This hotel is in beautiful surroundings.The gardens are lovely and the whole place has lots of character.The food was excellent although the dinner menu was quite expensive.The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed a very pleasant stay marred only by the inferior polyester bed sheets, this is not good enough in a hotel of this standard. Otherwise a good place to stay for a relaxing break.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
We stayed here for a wedding and I have to say we were very impressed with the standard of everything. the rooms were spotless and the bed was extremely comfortable. The staff were very helpful and polite, they certainly do the place credit. The area around was nice to walk in. It was a very good setting for the wedding. We would certainly like to return here sometime again and would recommend it to any of our friends.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
One of my best friends had a wedding here last week. The civic service took place on the lawn, it was amazing as the sun shone all day. It felt like we where part of a movie. We had a fantastic time at the hotel. The staff and service where excellent. We couldn't fault it. Our room was one of the newer ones. It was clean, tidy, all be it a tad warm. The breakfast was second to none, especially after the days celebrations. A great hotel and we'll definitely be back. If you ask and the rooms are free, the staff will show you the older period rooms. Well worth a visit.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
I travel a lot, and have stayed in a lot of hotels. I love a hotel with history, character and soul! This hotel has these qualities in abundance, but its biggest asset is undoubtedly its staff!! Great staff make or break a business, and this hotel is very lucky to have a team who are extremely warm, welcoming, chatty and friendly! They all seem to really enjoy working there. The building is stunning, and the outside garden areas are by well kept. Inside, the hotel is very clean, and furnished with lots of rich wood furniture. Our room was in the newish hotel extension. It was a good size, very clean and nicely decorated and furnished. The bed was very comfy, and we had a great sleep on both nights. The breakfast was buffet style, and quality of the offerings was very good. We were made to feel really welcome, and had an excellent stay! Would definitely return and recommend. Many thanks to Malcom and his great team!!
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
For a wedding venue this is lovely hotel. The food in the day was frozen veg and roast potatoes. The drinks were average in price which was good and plenty of staff on to. All they need to do is clean the rooms to a decent standard to make this a better stay for a wedding.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
my wife and I have just moved to Shropshire and on our anniversary went to the Albright Hussey Hotel we stayed in the Cygnet suite overlooking the moat (and swans) and had a wonderful time from the jaccuzzi in the bathroom to the delicious meal and the comfy four poster bed all was as you would expect from a four star establishment ,the cheery helpful staff and the attentive service we could not fault the hotel .we hope to return again when we want a relaxing time
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Group of friends
debenham stowmarket, United Kingdom
July 6, 2012

We arrived rather exhausted-but soon realised it is a great location for visiting Shrewsbury
One of most outstanding aspects was the warm welcome and excellent service provided by the manager Malcolm.He was able to be personable and the consummate professional when attending to guests-he is an excellent communicator and provided impeccable service-nothing was too much trouble.The Hussey are very fortunate to have such a brilliant member of staff!

The hotel and grounds are lovely-the breakfast was delicious. Our room was spacious and comfortable and had free wifi in bedrooms

Very minor -but Improved lighting in the bathroom would make a huge difference!
Thanks again Malcolm
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
This is a great country house hotel set in splendid grounds. If you like wood panelled walls, lovely oil paintings and antiques then this historic 16C hotel is for you. The public rooms are fabulous, the comfortable bar and restaurant are a delight and the food and drink fine and nicely served. Our only complaint was the room (7) which had a disabled bathroom we were not told about when we booked. The wash basin and mirror were obviously very low for wheelchair users but a bit uncomfortable for us. There was no hot water on our arrival mid afternoon for a shower and only one set of towels provided. Strangely the bedroom window had frosted glass. It was ground floor and overlooked a corner of the car park but beyond were cattle grazing in the meadow. Plain glass and a net curtain would have been a better option. Otherwise great.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
This hotel is really great. The hotel staff are friendly and helpful. What beutifull gardens with black swans in the and ducks swimming. Malcolm who i assume is a Manager is eceptional and cant do enough to make your stay out of this world. I really can't recomend this hotel highly enough. the food and wine is also exceptional.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
The food and service was outstanding. Due to a number of events going on over the weekend the hotel was not as quite as we had hoped.
expedia.co.uk
Source: expedia.co.uk
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. No complaints apart from being given one small slice of bread to accompany a "cheese and biscuits" course. There were 3 generous slices of cheese. I asked for some extra bread and/or crackers and was given crackers without any fuss.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
The Albright-Hussey started as a 16th century manor which has been expanded and modernized in recent years. It has very nice rooms and a fine dining room with excellent service. We stayed there one night and were treated to breakfast in the morning, and had an enjoyable dinner the evening prior. Too bad it was cold and rainy, as the grounds would have made a fine tour. The hotel is located outside of Shrewsbury in farmland so it is a very private location.
tripadvisor.co.uk
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
Displaying page 28 of 33
Latest Reviews
thebestof Awards
Latest Feedback

In January 2023
Sarah D said

"We had the most amazing wedding day, thank you to Paul and all the staff for making our day so special Sarah and Graham."