62 Upper Gungate, Tamworth, B79 8AA, United Kingdom
#22 of 23 hotels in Tamworth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 45 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.0
Staff
8.9
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
9.2
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Reviewed: June 6, 2024
Ruth
United KingdomI am used to graft as a business person so I get it. To develop a series of rooms takes time and money. I slept like a log.
Very honest staff, it's very clean & the bed is very comfortable and it's part of major project in progress which they are developing so catering is closeby or DIY. Suited me fine.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 5, 2024
Jonty
United KingdomGreat place to stay really clean and tidy pubs take aways very close bye will definitely stay again 👍
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 3, 2024
Emily
United KingdomThere was no signage at the property as it was under renovation so we weren’t sure we were in the right place but we called the owners and they arrived shortly after to give us our key. I think it would have been nice to be warned that the building looked like it was under construction from the outside as this was a bit worrying when we first arrived but it was eventually explained to us and our room was lovely and finished beautifully.
The room and bathroom were clean and well presented, it was nice to have a key to access the property at any time without needing to go through any reception areas.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 3, 2024
Wendy
United KingdomIt was still being renovated so not a perfect appearance but that’s understandable. Will be nice when finished
Breakfast wasn’t available as the premises are still being renovated. An ideal location for us to walk into Tamworth to see the castle and to our friends who we were visiting. The bed was very comfortable,had a good night’s sleep
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 1, 2024
Kyle
United KingdomDon't judge this hotel but exterior looks. Building works mean that it doesn't make for the best first impression but the room we stayed in was immaculate, clean and comfortable. For the price as well, I consider this extraordinary value and we were super close to all the amenities. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Christina
AustraliaMy only comment would be that the owners might tidy the renovation rubbish at the front of the property. Otherwise we'll done & keep up the good work at resurrecting a worthwhile Tamworth icon.
Easy walk to Tamworth Castle, Pubs and Restaurants. Very pleasant staff who given that the Gungate is undergoing renovation made our stay lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Diane
AustraliaThe renovations were rather off-putting at first. The carpet in the bathroom needs to be removed
An old property that is being updated & renovated by new owner. Room was large & comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Tracey
United KingdomLovely room
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Karl
United KingdomClean and spacious Friendly owners
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Andrea
United KingdomNothing
Good value for money in a good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Chanoch
United KingdomIt was fine. Lots of building rubbish due to the refurbishment.
The hotel is currently being refurbished so there is stuff everywhere. On the other hand it is great value. The staff was very helpful. The bathrooms were lovely and clean
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Phil
United KingdomN/a
Very reasonable price, clean, spacious room and great location with private parking.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Jayne
United KingdomIt was hard to find. There was no clear sign, and when I got there their wasn't anyone on the grounds to let me into my room. I think this was due to them having the hotel refurbished.
Staff was very friendly, Room was clean and right by the town
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Nicola
United Kingdomremote manager, but he arrived by car quickly
location and reasonable price
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: June 26, 2021
Andrew
United KingdomComfy clean fresh room
After a very arduous journey I was met by a woman with a smile that made me quickly forget my journey, very pleasant and ensured I was happy with everything before leaving me to collapse on the very comfortable bed. The room was very clean and fresh, everything appeared to be new (they are undertaking a total refurbishment). This place is a little gem, however they had not put the sign up outside so was a little lost, so parked up and rang for help, as it happens, I was parked outside of the hotel. I will look forward to what this hotel will look like when it’s completed it’s refurbishment, I’m sure they will have no issues getting paid customers who will be happy with their stay. This is the best review I have left for any of my stays.
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: May 29, 2024
Kali
United KingdomWe turned up at what appeared to be a building site, with no sign outside the hotel. The front yard is just full of rubbish, all piled up - it looks awful. The whole place looks like an absolute tip. When we got parked in the very tight car park, we rang the doorbell and waited patiently while the host drove from his house down the road to get us the key. He showed us to the coach house in the back of the site, and up through a really dingy staircase. The room was very basic despite booking the 'Deluxe Double Room' - the bathroom was falling apart (see photos) and the host explained that this was the last bathroom in the block to be renovated - surely you give the nicest rooms to guests? The plug socket also looked dangerous. The TV was tiny. The room had a strange smell about it, like sticky clogging floral room spray, we had to open all the windows just to be able to breathe. In the morning when we checked out, I texted to ask where to leave the keys and got no response. Really wouldn't recommend staying here - its clearly been in this state for years and it's mad that it's somewhere you can stay when it's clearly a run down building site. I appreciate things take a while to renovate and fix up but the owner stated it had been in this state since before the pandemic which is a bit of a joke for paying customers.
The bed was comfy and the room was quiet. It was close enough to town for what we wanted.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 26, 2024
Patricia
United KingdomOnly thing is that it was a little difficult to find as it sits back off the main road, up a driveway. Maybe a little sign to the entrance would help but I'm not sure the local laws would allow. Definitely recommend this place.
A lovely big room. En suite. Tea and coffee which was restocked when asked. Comfy bed, nothing to grumble about whatsoever. Hosts also lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 19, 2024
Samantha
United KingdomLovely host, bed was so comfortable. Honestly one of the best hotel beds I have slept on! Also really appreciated the free parking on site. Excellent value for money and will definitely stay again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 18, 2024
Mary
United KingdomDifficult to find, no sign on road. WiFi very poor, phone data quicker. Fire doors wedged open, one with a fire extinguisher! Unsure if fire alarm fitted as loose red wire not connected. Building work all around. Windows hard to close, blinds filthy. No toilet roll holder in bathroom had to reach to shelf behind.
Bed was comfortable. Walking distance of the town. Late morning checkout
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Norris
United KingdomFront of building a bit messy
Local to theme park (Drayton manor)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Zima
United KingdomClean, parking. Owner very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Marika
United KingdomEverything, nice staff, warm comfy room, no pressure to vacate too early, l will definitely stay there again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Arran
United KingdomIt was not explained when I booked that there was building work going on so first impressions were not great and gave me concerns about security. (Everything was fine in the end though)
Clean and Neatly presented room. Paul was really helpful. Good bed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Bowden
United KingdomNothing.
The rooms were immaculate and even had Disney plus on the television.. the bed was perfect and the shower was so refreshing. Was amazing value for money and fitted the purpose perfectly. Needed a place to lay our heads while I was on a course and that's what we got.
Stayed in April 2024
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