Redwings Lodge Sawtry Huntingdon

Stayed as close to Huntingdon Racecourse as where our cycle ride was starting. The room was clean and spacious. The bathroom was small and a little tired, the shower was OK, no flexibility with it, so had to wash my hair, which had only just been cut 4 hours ago. The breakfast was cereals, toast, packeted croissant, tea, coffee and fresh fruit juice. Really good value for the price. When booking the initial price changed which was frustrating, but still extremely good value for a last minute booking.

Made a last minute stop in our journey, the idea was to be rested in the morning when we continued our journey. However little did we know how what seemed like a tired ex Travelodge was actually auditioning to be the next Bates Motel. We were tired and could overlook the tired out dated rooms, but the uncomfortable bed, the noise from other guests and the screams in the middle of the night meant that we were not surprised to see a police car outside in the morning. The hopes for rest didn’t happen, with very little sleep the only saving grace was the complimentary breakfast of cereals and toast that you could have in the bar/breakfast room. Needless to say if needing a journey break in the future I would drive a little further to stay somewhere that isn’t this hotel.

First impressions on arrival are of an abandoned petrol station with accomodation and a restaurant in the back. The Redwings is a tired property in need of some refurbishment and updating. The room was tired like the rest of the building but clean. Staff were friendly. Have been trying a few places along A14/A1 and wouldn't rule out using again, but if you can book early, other chains offer slightly better accomodation amd facilities.