Best Western New Holmwood Hotel

First reviewed in 2017, have been back a few times since. I'd call this visit an Early Valentines as both of us were working on the day itself. This time around there was an event that meant on one of our 3 nights the Restaurant was fully booked by a local club, as they had done for the past 10 years! Initially told we would have to eat elsewhere, the night before Kathy asked us if we wanted to have dinner in the hotel, given the weather, Storm Ciara blowing in, we said yes, she and the team went out of their way to lay-up a table in the bar and give us the same services as if we had been in the restaurant! Rooms have been refurbished, new carpet recently laid in the public rooms gives the hotel a brighter feel, revamped wine list with prices in line with the food served. Luckily we were not leaving on the Sunday, ferries cancelled. less

Having stayed at many Best Westerns it made a logical choice as the only one on the island. I was not disappointed as it perfectly situated and has parking and close to the sea. Well looked after inside and out and the staff are exceptionally helpful and polite. Food was excellent and presented in a good time. All I can say is that I will be staying again when over on the island for business. less

We stayed at this wonderful family run hotel to celebrate a very dear friends Birthday. From the minute we arrived we were made to feel very welcome and we were given excellent service. The hotel was very inviting, comfortable and all of the staff did their very best to give great service. Nothing was too much trouble. Our room was clean, well presented and we had everything that we needed. The bar was very well stocked and sensibly priced. We decided to have our evening dinner in their restaurant...Wow... what a good decision that was ! The food was amazing. There was lots of choice and it made the decision of what to order difficult. I have to say that the four of us ordered different starters, main courses and desserts and every one was fabulous. The food was very well cooked , tasty and value for money. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. less

Stayed for a weekend in December for a family wedding. From the minute we arrived we couldn’t of been made to feel more welcome, staff were absolutely amazing. Had a meal on the Friday night which we couldn’t fault at all. Got to try(and finish) the rock salt vodka, very nice too. Nothing was too much trouble when asked for something, thank you for putting a fan in our room. We will definitely be back. less

Our second Christmas at the New Holmwood cant fault it we where welcomed like old friends coming home for the holidays. Amazing food, quality ingredients perfectly cooked and a great choice including veggie & vegan. One of the best hotel breakfasts freshly cooked to order none of the dreaded "hot" buffet. Continental buffet option has all you would require including fresh baked croissants. David, Cathy, Jullien and the team thank you for a wonderful Christmas and for the lovely gifts. less