South Lodge

Afternoon tea at south lodge. An amazing experience. Superb food and service. Faultless. The food was beautifully presented and tasted absolutely delicious. The whole atmosphere was lovely. Everything about it was fantastic. A truly memorable experience. Thanks to all.

Absolutely flawless stay at South Lodge! It was our first visit after having stayed the their sister hotel Pennyhill Park many times. We stayed 2 nights for my 40th birthday in one of their new Reeds Lodges - we stayed in Spa category of the Reeds of which there are only 2, the lodge we were in was Newt, right at the very end with a gorgeous pond and fountain right in front of it. The Lodge itself was incredible! Everything in it was beautiful right down to the glassware. The “Spa” aspect of the lodge was brilliant too, it had its own 2 person inferred sauna that you access via the deck and the shower has a steam room function that was so good we actually used it more than the one in the actual spa. The service linked to the Reeds is just next level - the only other place we’ve experienced such an attentive and personalised experience was at a top resort in the Maldives. When you arrive you can be added to a WhatsApp group with the staff looking after you. The team members looking after us were so welcoming and really made us feel that nothing was too much trouble. Any time we needed picking up in the buggy or wanted something delivered to the room we just used the WhatsApp and it happened almost instantly. We never waited longer than 2 min for a buggy pickup. Also the treats and welcome cocktail waiting for us in the room on arrival was a beautiful extra touch. The wild swimming happens in the lake that the other Reeds lodges are in front of so there was no real disturbance from that activity although unfortunately the path that leads to the wild swimming runs directly in front of the 2 Spa lodges - which considering the location of the outdoor bath (right up against the glass metres from the path) doesn’t feel like the best thought out route - although we were told by staff the balance between wild swimming and privacy in the Reeds was being looked at - which I sincerely hope they do because we would love to stay in the same lodge again in the summer and make use of the wonderful deck space. Food was incredible - we ate at Camellia the first night and had a beautiful meal. We ate at The Pass the second night which is a wonderful experience, very interesting being able to see the chefs at work. We had breakfast at Botánica both mornings, their breakfast service runs till 11:30 and the offerings were unique and incredibly delicious - if you want something different from standard eggs & bacon then eating there is an absolute must. The spa is fabulous, I had 2 treatments, a facial and a hot stone massage and both were divine. We really didn’t want to leave and could have easily stayed another night - cannot wait to come back and stay again.

This is the second visit we had to South Lodge and it didnt disappoint! It truly is a wonderful hotel - the spa is AMAZING! We stayed with the Spa Break deal and had a couple of treatments which were divine - especially hte Bamboo massage. My partner used the gym also and said it was one of the best hotel gyms he has ever used. The staff are execeptionally friemdly, the foos wondeful and the hotel beautfully decorated for Christmas! If you're looking for some R&R, look no further!!

We are just back from a one night stay and whilst expensive absolutely worth it. Better one night here than two in many other places. Their bedroom names and descriptions don’t do them justice. A Comfy room implies something pretty small whereas ours was spacious with a fantastic bathroom. It’s fair to say they under promise and over deliver. The gym is great and I managed to fit in two visits. Dinner at Camellia was excellent with lovely young and enthusiastic staff. I’d strongly recommend having breakfast/brunch in Botanica. Probably the nicest I’ve had anywhere. In fact next time we go we will probably have dinner in Botanica which I think is something of a hidden gem. Finally the staff everywhere are outstanding. From being greeted on arrival everyone we met was smiling, chatty and helpful.

Stayed at South Lodge in Marazine Blue room . Stunning views of the Downs and gardens . Luxurious bathroom with TV at the foot of my bath. Had a treatment booked at the spa a lovely hour and twenty rejuvenating facial . Products smelt amazing and felt thoroughly pampered . Had a meal with family in Camillia delicious from start to finish . The sommelier Dom recommended some perfect wine pairings for our meal . The Dorset crab was amazing as was the venison . Thoroughly recommend the truffle mash and the chocolate caramel fondant for dessert . Food is locally sourced and the highest quality . Slept well and enjoyed a perfect breakfast . For relaxation and to feel spoilt by staff that really care book a weekend here . I look forward to returning .

We visited for today for Sunday lunch Food was delicious, couldnt fault anything the meal wss well presented and served by the most charming team of staff. We had a leisurely lunch no rushing. Good choice of wines too. Thank you so much we have had a lovely afternoon.