Guest Reviews

What people say

Over the years we have worked hard to create a country house hotel that’s intimate, relaxing and welcoming. Intimate in design and size, relaxing in ambience and surroundings, and welcoming because, well, that’s just the way we do things.

We invite all our guests to leave a review, here’s a small selection of our Lincoln hotel reviews…

The perfect wedding venue

We had our wedding at Washingborough Hall in December 2023, and were completely blown away! Washingborough hall is absolutely beautiful. The rooms are lovingly designed, very clean and nice and warm! The food was delicious, and has been every time we’ve visited. The staff are exceptional; every team member was friendly and efficient with nothing being too much trouble. Lucy made the planning process simple and stress free. We honestly can’t believe we had such a stress free wedding planning experience! The day ran so smoothly, with everything exactly as we imagined. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone planning an event.

Lucinda R. - 31/01/2024
Best wedding ever

We had our wedding day at Washingborough Hall this weekend. Jonathan and the team could not have done anymore for us. It was a truly magical day, the venue looked beautiful, the food was to die for and most of the guests commented on that, and the day flowed just beautifully. Nothing was too much trouble. If I could do it all again, I would. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Penny S. - 31/03/2024
Just Perfect

We couldn't have wished for a more perfect day for our son Jason and his now wife Jessica , everything from start to finish was amazing, food impeccable, bedrooms comfortable, staff were so attentive nothing was to much trouble, if you are thinking of getting married here do not hesitate! They married In the church which is so pretty and the walk through to and from the hall is magical we were lucky the sun just came out as we walked back into the grounds and unbelievable we had a red arrows fly over!

Julie and Mark Pook - 28/04/2024
Another visit

This is our home from home, comfortable accommodation, gorgeous food, friendly staff, perfect for meeting friends for dinner, rooms downstairs are perfect for the dog too. Which is why we have been coming back for over 20 years ….and counting

TRIPADVISOR REVIEW
Great place for a family reunion

Lovely place to stay for a family reunion. Very comfortable, very good food and great staff. Very reasonably priced for the quality of the stay. Lovely grounds, a quiet location with a nice walk down by the river. Close to Lincoln and all its tourist attractions.

TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 22/12/2021
Really great one night stay at this unique country hotel

My husband & I recently stayed for one night at Washingborough Hall for dinner, bed & breakfast.
We stayed in the Ingleby Suite - which is absolutely gorgeous room with lovely views across the front lawns of this hotel. The en suite bathroom is large and has a great roll top bath & walk in shower. Our evening meal was really tasty and used some local produce. Breakfast, again, was really plentiful and served in the cosy bar area as there weren't many guests staying. The staff are courteous and friendly, making our short stay a truly delightful one.

TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 08/02/2022
Great Wedding Venue

The Washingborough Hall Hotel Team and Lucy made sure that all our guests, family, and friends were well looked after. The team took care of every detail on the wedding, table plans, wedding favours and souvenirs we got for our guests.

Lucy helped me from start to finish of the wedding, she gave me recommendations on the flowers and wedding cake. She greeted my parents the night before the wedding and took care of my bouquet when I left it in my room after the photoshoots with the guests.

If anyone is looking for a classy and elegant themed wedding and wants to make sure that the guests and family have a good time throughout, Washingborough Hall is the place.

TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 16/02/2022
An amazing & relaxing place

We booked to stay here for my mums 80th birthday and it was amazing. Fantastic staff and excellent food. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. Couldn't do enough for us. Lovely, relaxing place to stay and ideally situated for further sightseeing adventures.

TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 16/02/2022
Best Hotel We've Ever Stayed In

My husband and I are lucky to have time away in beautiful places and I can honestly say Washingborough Hall is the best hotel we have ever stayed in! The staff are a pure delight, nothing is too much trouble and everything is done with such friendliness and style. The food is superb, we ate both evenings in the restaurant and enjoyed great service and a relaxing ambience. Our room was perfect, very clean and well appointed ,with a view over the garden. We enjoyed quiet undisturbed sleep, which I have to say can be a rarity in our experience. I think the owners must be special people to have created somewhere that is so relaxing and you get a real sense that the staff are happy and enjoy working at `Washy Hall`!

Tripadvisor Review - 01/08/2021
Five Star

I visited this fabulous hotel for my partners birthday. The staff was so welcoming and could not do enough for you. The rooms are stunning and the food was out of this world. I could not recommend a better place to stay. It should be a 5 star hotel.

Tripadvisor Review - 20/02/2020
An Oasis of Calm

Just a really great place run by management with high standard who obviously create great morale amongst their staff to deliver a first class guest experience. Stylish, upmarket, traditional with a odern twist 'Washy' as it is affectionately called ticks all the boxes. Hats off to the brigade in the kitchen as we had a fantastic meal. Fine dining is often 'anything but', however, these guys really know their stuff and place emphasis on great local produce cooked to perfection. Super comfy rooms and just what we needed away from the madness of London and The South. Covid rules scrupurously observed which mad everyone feel realxed and comfortable. 

Tripadvisor Review - 14/09/2020
Just What We Needed

This lovely hotel was just what we needed after months of lockdown. Welcoming, comfortable and relaxing. Absolutely loved it. The staff are wonderfully friendly and helpful. The food was superb served in a stunning restaurant - just perfect. Bed was comfortable and room quiet - good nights sleep both nights. Would thoroughly recommend and want to return.

Tripadvisor Review - 21/09/2020
A Day We'll Remember Forever

Lucy and the staff at the Hall went beyond the call of duty to give us a day to remember. Nothing was too much trouble, the service was first class, the safety measures made us all feel very safe and the food was out of this world. We could not have asked for anything better. Our heartfelt thanks to Lucy and the team for a day we'll remember forever

Tripadvisor Review - 22/10/2020
Cooked to Perfection

I've stayed in hotels all around the world and tasted food from Michelin star chefs but this was ALOT better. The souffle was mouth watering and the steaks were cooked to perfection.

Tripadvisor Review - 30/08/2020
Fantastic Meal

Hats off to the brigade in the kitchen as we had a fantastic meal. Fine dining is often 'anything but', however, these guys really know their stuff and place emphasis on great local produce cooked to perfection.

Tripadvisor Review - 15/09/2020
Beautifully Presented

A wonderful relaxed afternoon tea which was beautifully presented with gorgeous vintage china. The food was absolutely scrumptious and plenty of it!! The waitress/ waiter service was highly professional & we did not feel rushed at all. Social distancing if the tables made you feel safe & comfortable. Thank you!

Tripadvisor Review - 05/10/2020
Utterly Divine

Stunning surroundings and a well presented dining room. We were made to feel welcome from start to finish. Requests for our 4 year old were accommodated wonderfully. The food was utterly divine! Thank you to the chef. We enjoyed 3 courses and coffee. (The 4 year old didn’t want to leave!) The canapés to start were an added bonus. Thanks to all at Washy Hall, we can’t wait to visit again soon 

Tripadvisor Review - 12/10/2020
Fantastic Sunday Lunch

Went with my wife and another couple for Sunday lunch having previously visited and been impressed then. I have to say the standards are still very high and food and service first class. Special mention to the chefs as the food was some of the best I have tasted. Cannot wait to book again and will be back next year for my daughters wedding.

14/02/2019
Lovely Afternoon Tea

We had a great visit today, my husbands work colleagues had treated us to afternoon tea for his 50th birthday, it was just lovely, soft relaxing music playing in the background and the food was delicious.

Claire S - 23/07/2019
Great Hotel!

The hotel is welcoming and relaxing with helpful staff both professional and friendly. My room had a very comfortable bed and a luxurious bathroom which was squeaky clean.

Lunch and dinner were outstanding; a varied seasonal menu using locally sourced produce and vegetables cooked to perfection; desserts to die for and a great selection of cheeses. Breakfast for me included home made granola, fruit salad and pastries which were delicious.Great for those of us who skip the full English although it did look very appetising.

I particularly appreciated the attention to detail such as the fabulous home made bread and lovely extra touches such as chocolates, fudge and Turkish delight.

Lucy and Edward are superb hosts and worked incredibly hard to ensure my stay was a truly memorable one for all the very best reasons!

Judy B
Charming In Every Way

A quite splendid stay and we could not have wished for more. Friendly and efficient staff, delightful surroundings and excellent bar and dining facilities. We are sorry that we do not have an excuse to return. We loved every aspect and it is but a short drive to Lincoln City and its magnificent Cathedral.

Daven
Fantastic Treat

The Washingborough was a fantastic treat and completely different to the regular chain hotels. This boasts antique furnishings, interesting paintings and quirky sitting areas. We just loved our stay and every single member of staff went out of their way to make it enjoyable. Big thanks to all.

Lou Maythorne - 16/05/2019
Washy Hall is just outstanding!

Washingborough Hall was our dream wedding venue, and everyone went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect! We had full exclusivity of the venue meaning we got the top standard service from start to finish and Amy is outstanding at her job, she is an absolute credit to the hotel. We had the best days of our life and i would pay it all again to experience the same day. All of our guests were commenting on how amazing the food was too, we will be back for a meal just to relive the culinary experience. We cannot thank the staff enough for the care and love they all put into their jobs, even mopping the floor multiple times during our rather zealous disco dancing, they looked happy to be there! If anyone is looking to book their wedding here, just do it, dont ask questions its by far the best venue for the job, trust us! Overall Washy Hall is just outstanding!

Annette Stoner
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