The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings
The Esplanade, Fowey, PL23 1HX
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey
Established in 1882, the 4-star Fowey Hotel is a haven of tranquillity resting on the bank of the Fowey River Estuary. Each of the thirty-seven bedrooms has bee... more
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S ( Mature couple)
from Stockport , GB on May 8, 2008
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Cassie ( Mature couple)
from Winchester , GB on June 30, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"A VERY FRIENDLY HOTEL WHICH WE WILL CONTINUE TO USE." (108027282)
A GREAT HOTEL IN A SUPERB POSITION.IT WAS OUR FIFTH STAY THERE. PROBABLY THE BEST BREAKFAST WE HAVE IN ANY HOTL ANYWHERE.
SOME OF THE PUBLIC ROOMS NEED A RE VAMP.
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Peter ( Young couple)
from Wareham , GB on May 28, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"A very nice and peaceful stay, with very nice staff. Parking at the hotel is a bit expensive (£15.00/night) and needs to be booked in advance, and we saw 3 different rates on the various confirmations we received, but the overall experience was very good and great for a quiet weekend. We couldnt stay in a sea view room as they were all booked, but had a great top floor room which still had some view of the estuary, was spacious and comfortable. If there was any comment to make it would be that the restaurant service could be a little more polished especially when paying over £30.00/head for dinner, but all staff were very pleasant, and this is not a big issue. Would definately recommend this hotel!" (97051802)
Peaceful and quiet, very nice position, clean and everything worked well, very welcoming and helpful staff
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on October 8, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"We liked the friendly, helpful but not intrusive, atmosphere generated by the staff. The food was good and overall the hotel was clean and well kept. Building work in progress while we were there slightly hindered our initial impression and on entering the hotel we were very aware of the bar, which opened directly on to the entrance hall and the reception area looked more like a working office than a greeting place." (97707597)
We very much enjoyed the views and the southerly aspect.
The size of the room,the shower cubicle and the headboard had grease stains from a previous occupant. The bed was uncomfortable and its springs could be felt.
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Trang ( Solo leisure traveller)
from London , GB on May 8, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The whole hotel will need to be completely refurbish; however, please retain the staffs becuase they are extremely helpful and friendly. I would not recommend or return to this hotel until the refurbishment is done." (97214730)
The staffs is extremely helpful and friendly. The main reason why I would stay there would be the staffs.
The carpet in the dining is absolutely disgusting. It very dirty and definitely need to convert into woodfloor or new carpet. It look fine in the evening but during the day it look absolutely filthy and awful which completely contradict the beautiful room and view.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on March 27, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel was in a very good location, a bit difficult for parking only limited spaces (due solely to the town itself and not detrimental to the hotel) and we had to use the public car park. it was very clean and tidy, although perhaps a little dated and could have done with a bit of redecoration, however overall the facilities were clean and tidy. The one drawback was having to use the public carpark which was up a very steep hill. We have no complaints and will use it again as the hotel is well placed for touring around the area." (97235705)
very nice and clean, staff were very helpful, polite and not overbearing.
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Anonymous ( Group of work colleagues)
on November 18, 2008
warm friendly welcome and great breakfast. Parking is a bog problem - £15 extra per car seems a bit steep given the initial cost of the rooms.
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Deborah ( Mature couple)
from Exeter, devon , GB on February 24, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Our stay was very memorable, visiting the area in February could have been less than perfect but the Hotel was warm, friendly, Staff were efficient & polite.Food was excellent.Anything that you needed to know was in the Hotel website spec so no complaints at all. We will definately be re-visiting hopefully in the summer months to allow us to enjoy the Hotel Tea Gardens & spectacular balcony views. Happy to recommend to all our friends. Super!!!!" (97748252)
Very friendly & efficient Hotel, superb setting & Hotel itself sympathetically refurbished, period features were a real wow!Nothing too much trouble & all staff very polite & professional.The Bar & Dining Area's took full advantage of the spectacular views across the Fowey estuary.
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Judy ( Solo business traveller)
from Huntingdon , GB on November 9, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Excellent" (107235724)
beautiful setting and surroundings. Well presented. Excellent food and restaurant. Very competent and polite staff
For my taste the room I stayed in was Chintzy, which I personally do like like. It did not detract from my stay nor from the overall comfort of the room
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Anonymous ( Group of adult friends)
on February 23, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The instructions for arrival were good and very useful, especially in a town with narrow streets like Fowey. The car parking was as arranged, again, useful to have this facility. Hotel rooms were nice, staff helpful and skilled. We would be happy to come back again and stay longer." (97363463)
As described in information. Good staff, excellent food and service in dining area.
Not much, perhaps the room could have a fresh coat of paint on the skirting boards - wear and tear! The reception floor etc looked shabby, not in keeping with rest of communal rooms
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on November 15, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Found the 5 course dinner to be expensive. We were not offered the bar menu as an option. Staff very helpful and friendly." (97983477)
Hotel very clean and tidy. Room had been freshly painted.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on September 24, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Very relaxing" (107218249)
Location of hotel
Parking - problem due to location of hotel. Hotel charge
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on February 22, 2008
Atmosphere, dining room, lounge and bar area. Comfortable room, lovely bathroom.
Droning pipes! think there must be an airlock? but it meant we heard next door go to the bathroom in the night, woken by noisy pipes.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on September 15, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"A good stay in a room of excellent size. the evebning meal and Breakfast were excellent! With a bit of effort this could become a first rate hotel." (99702716)
Great location and view. The food was terrific, and staff very helpful.
The general feel of the hotel is "tired". The bar area lives off its view but the windows and frames were dirty. This was the case around the hotel - window frames need to be clean too! Areas of the grounds were unkempt with soggy cardboard bags near the building - no excuses for this, it is easy to monitor and clean up.
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Anonymous ( Group of work colleagues)
on January 26, 2008
Spacious. Excellent bath and shower
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on September 10, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"A really nice hotel in a lovely location." (107278806)
everyone was friendly and helpful. beautiful hotel, really good atmosphere.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on January 16, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The pictures of typical bedoom was a little misleading- they were far from the modern impression that i had from the website! In addition the quilt on top of the bed had staining which resulted in us removing it- no great loss as the room was extraordinarily hot, with the radiators off! Outside it was about 5. 0c!" (97213705)
The view
The room was far too hot, this resulted in us taking the drastic step in the middle of the night when we opened the patio door, leading onto the main path outside! This meant that the night's sleep was very disturbed!
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Anonymous ( Other)
on August 8, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"GOOD" (107101966)
TRADITIONAL, QUIET, COMFORTABLE ACCOMODATION, GOOD FOOD AND SERVICE
NOT QUITE AS CLEAN AS EXPECTED IN PUBLIC AREAS, THE BRASSWORK ON THE LIFT NEEDS POLISHING
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Michael ( Mature couple)
from Reading , GB on December 17, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"I was charged £7.50 a night for guaranteed parking even though the hotel was nearly empty. The hotel should only charge this when it is full and parking is a problem. There are also roadworks causing problems in accessing the car park, which the hotel failed to notify me of." (97962112)
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Mark ( Young couple)
from Berkshire , GB on July 22, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"This is a fantastic hotel in an excellent location but requires a refurbish very quickly.Anything that looked new appeared to be very cheaply done and since this is meant to be a top quality hotel, commanding an above average rate, I was sorely disappointed!" (108085996)
Hotel Staff were pleasant and everything was as requested except the wine was no longer chilled and I had to ask for the ice to be replenished, which it was. I cannot fault the service.
Mould in the shower. Shabby furnishings and generally tired room/Hotel. The grandeur is beginning to look seedy.
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Marion ( Mature couple)
from Malvern , GB on November 21, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"This hotel represented very good value for money. The restaurant meal in the evening was outstanding. The breakfast was excellent although the service was rather slow. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The comfortable bar with a wonderful view was a good place to sit in the evening." (97394249)
The room was clean, comfortable and a good size. It had all the extras we needed. The whole hotel was in a very good state of decoration.
The only complaint we had was that the carpet in the dining room was very dirty - quite unpleasant.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 19, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Do not think it was very Good Value, Stayed in a lot better Hotels for less money !!" (108004903)
excelent Views
Poor Parking, staff at Restraunt durring Dinner not helpfull,and very slow !
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 5, 2007
The views and balcony
Limited TV channels Parking problems
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William ( Mature couple)
from Swindon , GB on July 4, 2007
very difficult to say anything other than excellent
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 13, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"I was amazed the photos did not fully represent the terrific views from the bedrooms and bar. The gardens were much more extensive and prettier than advertised." (99917678)
fantastic views, excellent food
room a bit small
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Gary ( Other)
from Colne , GB on June 8, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Disappionted to have to pay to park! yes I know it's in Fowey but those rates should include onsite parking." (99279507)
Clean Bathroom
Grubby reception rooms
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on May 1, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"We really enjoyed our stay. Pre-booking parking is an absolute necessity. Our room was spacious and comfortable and the food in the restaurant was superb. The hotel is very well located and has an wonderful view over the estuary. It is close to the town but also not far to walk the Coast Path. The lounges could be a little more cosy but we think the hotel is in the process of refurbishing as new carpets have been laid. The staff could not be more attentive and friendly." (99287882)
Warm greeting on arrival. Check-in excellent. Room spacious, well furnished and comfortable. Food in restaurant truly excellent.
Furnishings (settees etc) in lounges a little worn but can see that refurbishment is underway. Would preferred to have been shown to our table in restaurant rather than being asked to select a table ourselves.
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Joaana ( Young couple)
from Birmingham , GB on May 1, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Hotel was in an ideal location, with spectacular sea views, even from the less expensive rooms. Food was very nice, with good, friendly service from all staff. Very good value for money." (99444895)
the views were spectacular
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Paul ( Mature couple)
from Horsham , GB on May 31, 2007
Excellent Views and Dinner dining.
The lack of onsite parking. We had to park in the local pay & display car park, which was about a 10 minute walk away.
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Neil ( Mature couple)
from Milton keynes , GB on May 31, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel is a friendly and relaxed place. The hotel would suit anyone who wants a relaxed break away from all of the hassle of everyday. The breakfasts were very good, with excellent sevice in the dining rooms." (99959202)
Good Location and Pleasant Environment. Staff very helpful
Parking was expensive
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Martyn ( Mature couple)
from St andrews , GB on May 14, 2007
Everthing
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on April 11, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Hotel said they had e-mailed me regarding parking but had not. The hotel itself has a stunning location, is clean and well furnished. The dining area and bar in particular were splendid.Would recommend to anyone wishing to see the beauty of the Fowey River." (99264318)
Views from the opposite side of the hotel.
Poor parking facilities, Poor view!
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Daniel ( Young couple)
from Bristol , GB on May 13, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"This was an excellent hotel in picturesque surroundings with a highly efficient and professional staff. This hotel far exceeded our expectations in both quality and value for money. A well done to all who worked hard to make our stay special." (99281926)
Outstanding location, wonderful views, efficient staff, large rooms, and great food.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on January 16, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Really enjoyable stay. Well worth a room with a sea view. Excellent breakfast." (99482783)
Stunning location, lovely spacious rooms
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Richard ( Mature couple)
from Uckfield , United Kingdom;GB on May 7, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel was well situated. The staff were very friendly and efficient with no sign of stuffiness. The food was excellent. The lift must be retained as it is a real feature and an integral part of the hotel's charm." (99996018)
Comfortable and relaxing
Car Parking was restrictive, but I guess this is a general limitation in Fowey but which the hotel did its best to overcome.
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Sally a ( Other)
from Neath , GB on May 2, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"This hotel was what you're always wishes for and only sometimes get. It has a wonderful friendly relaxed atmosphere. The surrounding where traditional but welcoming and the views were just stunning. The rooms with views were well worth the extra tariff and every opportunity is afforded the guest to make the most of the views. Our rooms had French Windows and we were able to sit on a small patio just outside our room and take in the surroundings, feeling as if we were the only people there. We had teenagers in our party and they were treated really well. Nothing was too much trouble and apart from one breakfast, the service was prompt efficient and friendly. We ate in the bar and in the restaurant both of which offered excellent food. We prefered the bar meals but the restaurant would be spot on for special more formal occasions. Breakfast was to die for!And you could order all the things for the bar and breakfast menus as room service which was also very prompt. Checking in and out was a doddle and whilst we had to book as space for parking and were expecting it to be difficult it was no problem at all. Overall it was a wonderful experience, the staff make all the difference in this hotel." (99028433)
Lovely well designed but cosy room, with excellent views over the water.
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Tom ( Young couple)
from London , GB on April 16, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The online booking was ok. The hotel fabulous and surely not a 3 Star!!!!! The view over the estuary was amazing. We will recommend this hotel to our friends." (99518211)
The room was spacious and had a wonderful bathroom up a set of stairs. Very quirky!
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on April 11, 2008
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"room on third floor-difficult with dog who does not do lifts!" (97210850)
bed-- clean --well equipped
shower v.difficult to turn on
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Peter ( Mature couple)
from 56 portchester road , UNITED KINGDOM;GB on January 10, 2007
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"I booked this hotel as i was looking for the peace and quiet kind of break and it lived upto the perfect choice. I liked the location the the help from staff was amazing they answered your questions before you asked them. Food was excellent service just as good. I would have no hesitation in recommending The Fowey Hotel................" (99682562)
The Location of the hotel
Parking at the hotel
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Catherine ( Young couple)
from Taunton , United Kingdom;GB on December 13, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"When I first booked the hotel I was looking for something reasonably priced close to the centre of Fowey I found it and wasn't expecting much. I recieved the literature and was pleasantly surprised by the brochure. The whole hotel is brilliantly presented and the staff were friendly and professional. I was looking for somewhere that fulfilled my simple criteria, the information I recieved while booking the hotel covered my criteria fully. I was sure of the quality of the hotel before booking but was still delighted!" (99851451)
Staff were very accomadating and helpful, views are beautiful and the range of public rooms meant we could enjoy them in comfort. Our room was beautifully presented and who doesn't love an old fashioned lift in perfect order?
Everything was genuinly lovely. Obviously would have been nice to have a seaview from the room but hey, can't have everything.
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Duncan ( Young couple)
from Exeter , United Kingdom;GB on November 26, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"An excellent hotel with very helpful and pleasent staff. Charming interior and a great lift very unusual. Parking understandably limited but priority not apparently given to disabled guests. Enjoyed the views and the atmosphere. Will come again and would recommend to others." (99899267)
Location, smoking policy, price
Parking managment, disabality access by car.
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Anonymous ( Group of work colleagues)
on November 7, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Excellent views from hotel - great location couldn't be better - you need to reserve a car park space beforehand and they charge 7.50 for this when you arrive. If you don't bother you may find you can't get a space. " (99929115)
location
worn furnishings and carpets - needed a little upgrading. Very clean though! not terribly friendly receptionist
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Denis ( Mature couple)
from Chalfont st. peter , United Kingdom;GB on November 7, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Keep doing what you are doing now; you've got it right all round. I should have booked the parking slot before going; perhaps you should stress even more how limited the space is & how far it is from the public car park - but in the light of our overall satisfaction, the parking is a small thing." (3305391156)
Clean; tidy; plenty of public rooms incl.smoking room; pleasant & efficient staff; immediate attention to residents' needs;
Nothing really. You can't do much about the parking altho' you did find us space every night. I did mention the squeaky door hinge and I have no doubt that if I was there tomorrow, the squeak will have disappeared.
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Raymond ( Mature couple)
from Thatcham , United Kingdom;GB on October 17, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"We booked online through an agent and did not have the option of including dinner at the reduced price. On checking your own web-site I believe the same applies. As a result we would not book online again. We found the options for the dinner menu at the hotel confusing with the Plain Sailing menu in the bar priced for each part of the menu but it was not priced in the dining room. We subsequently found out that the Plain Sailing menu was an option in the dining room at a fixed price for all three courses." (99438416)
Clean,Comfortable and a great view
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on August 28, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"I love fowey." (3305228824)
the room itself and breakfast. nice decor.
the wonderful view over the building works.
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Susan ( Young couple)
from Shoeburyness , United Kingdom;GB on August 26, 2006
had a wonderful stay there, the view was as lovely as the room, breakfast was superb, an enjoyable stay
absolutley nothing besides the coffee
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 10, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"The night porter was very helpful and very friendly." (3305153585)
The position of the Hotel
The miserable check-in. Bath that was not cleaned prior to our arrival. Being forgot after ordering breakfast and then waiting a further 50 minutes when dining room not particulary busy ( most people seated after us getting served prior to us). Filthy windows. We thought it was rude at check out to be asked if we would like to leave a tip, other guests commented on this standard procedure as well.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on August 9, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"Excellent" (3305136357)
The Views and Old Style of the Hotel.
Parking Facilities
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Paul ( Mature couple)
from London , United Kingdom;GB on August 2, 2006
Lovely location and views from the hotel terrace/balcony(although the view from our room of the car park was pretty depressing). Grand Victorian hotel with impressive public rooms. Decent good quality cooked breakfast. Very polite staff.
Very expensive (although Fowey is clearly a tourist trap where prices are set artificially high to generate as much income as possible).
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 27, 2006
The Fowey Hotel, Fowey - Reviews & Ratings"It would have been nice to know what steep access there was to the hotel." (3304850006)
Luxurious
The parking arrangements
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The views from the hotel over the estuary were excellent
Problems with parking. Hotel is on a hill and therefore not recommended for 'older' people. Very little control over the heating in the room (the weather on our stay was good and the room was too warm).
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