The Ivy

Electric went off leaving us without charged phones to get home to Liverpool

Nice room, comfy beds. Tea,coffee and biscuits provided

On arrival at 5.40pm I was informed at check in that the bar downstairs would have music playing until 2am. The lady stated that she had emailed me. I didn't recall receiving this information. Upon checking my emails when getting to the room, an email was sent to inform almost at the same time we were checking in. It was now 6pm on a Saturday night, we had no time to look for accommodation elsewhere as we had a taxi coming to collect us in 30mintues. When leaving the hotel juke box music was playing, which was not an issue, and we assumed it would be the same later on. How wrong were we. When we returned to the hotel at 11.45 the music was so loud there was no way we were going to sleep.it was karaoke until 2am. Once the music stopped we all slept very well. Rooms lovely, comfy and warm, wouldn't stay again or recommend due to the noise. Creaky floor boards and doors every foot step was heard. It was impossible to sleep. Shame because the location is perfect. Earlier communication in advance of arrival would have given time to find another hotel. For this reason we won't return. I would like to add I am in my early 40s and am not a party pooper.

The room was very well presented and spotless, The staff were very helpful and friendly

Mentioned to the owner that an electric socket near a mirror would be a plus for ladies attending to their hair styling. Would be very difficult for anyone with mobility issues to manage the stairs to the bedrooms

Enjoyed my stay. Staff were very friendly. Room perfectly clean and free parking behind the hotel was very handy. Although I didn't make use of the shops as was working on customer site, the location is perfect for shopping etc.

Can't say I can fault anything.

Friendly, polite and helpful staff. Bedsheets and towels were spotlessly clean and well presented.

First impressions were not good. Small, traditional Pub that has a very grubby feel to it, no need to see the menu, just have a look at the floor, it’s all there. There was a couple giving each other a verbal beating just outside, I’ve no idea if they had any connection with the premises, apart from making the place feel even more uncomfortable. Room window had the sun on it for most of the day, there was a ceiling fan that had a generous coating of sticky yellow dust and fluff. Not wishing to inhale, I opted for opening the window instead. Lo and behold, the happy couple were still at it outside. Extraction fan in the bathroom sounded like the Third Panzer Division on manoeuvres. As this was non negotiable (fan and light on the same switch), I used the facilities sparingly. No fridge.

Location was very good, short walk to other public houses and restaurants. Staff very welcoming and a good band in the evening.

There was a little bit of a drama at the end of the evening with a small fight in the bar.

Location and spacious room.

Even though we were on the top floor we could hear the karaoke blasting until 2am. I also .messaged staff to ask to turn. The radiators on as it was cold in the room but I did t get a response.