Just come back from a weekend staying at this hotel. Was in the area for a wedding and this was a perfect location. Taxi into stoke was less than £8. Room was clean but probably needs a lick of paint very soon. No bath and shower head wouldn’t stay in place so a little bit awkward but we managed. Shower screen was not adequate enough to stop water escaping onto the bathroom floor but these were just little things which I did inform the reception staff about so hopefully they get them fixed soon. Overall we had a very enjoyable 2 night stay. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was buffet style with everything from continental, fruits, pancakes, full English, toast, crumpets and a large assor**ent of drinks and all were hot and tasted delicious. Definitely set us up for the day. The room was clean as were the communal areas. Room was serviced daily. Not enough milk coffee or sugar for me but got given plenty from reception to last the stay. Well stocked bar and the location was peaceful with stunning blossom trees. Must shout out to our domestic staff shakira I think the card said she was very attentive to making sure the room was as we needed it. Reception staff/manager Gareth, Libby and James were fab very accommodating to ensure our stay was the best it could be and always had a smile on their face. I’d definitely stay here again. It’s an hour from Liverpool, 18 miles from Alton towers and an hour or so from Shrewsbury so a good base hotel for various areas.