The Goudhurst Inn

The 'cool' dark grey external paintwork and the suited and tied greeter indicated that this might not be my sort of "pub" - so take my comments below with a pinch of salt. The dining area was almost empty (except for a largish - and very quiet - family party) but, because every surface was hard, including stone table tops, the acoustics were poor and made conversation difficult. The service was prompt - but leaning across one diner to put a plate in front of another is not as professional as one might hope. The food was variable, several of us ordered with enthusiasm liver and bacon - a dish which has sadly disappeared from most menus. The liver was fine, the bacon minimal and difficult to discern and the bubble and squeak was of a design different to what one might expect. A bit of a disappointment. My wife, who had had a large breakfast elsewhere, wanted only a starter and was disappointed that her request to increase the two tiny fishcakes to three was beyond the capacity the kitchen. Not an "Inn" we will be rushing back to.

This was the most perfect overnight stay. Wonderful, friendly and hospitable staff, impeccably clean room with very high quality bedding and the breakfast was perfection. The suit I stayed in was the hush Heath Suit and I cannot recommend it enough. I am recommending this to everyone I know!

We usually stay at The Woolpack in Tenterden but on this occasion they were fully booked, so thought the Goudhurst would be of the same standard. Unfortunately this was not the case. The seating area around the bar consisted of ripped chairs with stuffing come out. My room appeared spotless on first glance, however on closer inspection, there were hairs both in the bath and the sink, as well as dirty marks under the toilet lid. The rooms can get quite hot, although by opening the windows, the noise of the traffic was so loud. I had to sleep with the fan on and the windows closed, it was a really bad nights sleep. We ate in the restaurant which was okay, although some items were unavailable and the fish & chips I ordered did not taste right, I couldn't eat it, so I literally paid £17 for chips. I honestly think this hotel could be so much better, having stayed at their other hotels, this one was really disappointing. The only positive parts to our stay came in the form of staff members Beth & Erin - they are a really credit to the brand. Would I recommend this hotel? No Would I stay here again? Sadly no This stay for 2 rooms and 3 meals has cost us an absolute fortune, and the experience was bad. Beth & Erin - they are a really credit to the brand. Would I recommend this hotel? No Would I stay here again? Sadly no This stay for 2 rooms and 3 meals has cost us an absolute fortune, and the experience was bad.