"Your staff, from reception [Olivia] to bar staff and bar manager were so helpful and kind. We also met a couple of other staff members [new there, from your other hotel]. Such lovely people. We wnjoyed speaking with everyone and getting insight about the manor."
"The “hotel” is really a series of separate buildings spread out across a large site. There is no central location to meet for drinks/ coffee. The only restaurant is at the top of a hill (accessed by steep stairways/roads ). There appeared to be some golf buggies but it was not clear how these could be accessed.
The restaurant was large and cafeteria-like, lacking in atmosphere. There was a restricted menu; no room service available (you have to collect your meal) and I was told at 4.15 that they stopped serving afternoon tea at 4pm ( which is exactly when most people would want it).
The room was clean and well decorated but it was very dimly lit and had minimal toiletries ( no shower cap/tissues). At just over £200 a night for a standard double room it was not great value."
"Disappointing and overpriced stay
Booked Drift Inn for a birthday stay mainly for the pool/sauna, but left really disappointed.
Decor is bright and modern, and the room was clean, quiet and the bed comfortable. Corridors smelled nice too. But there were visible stains and the room was far too hot. No air con and the fan was useless. I slept outside the duvet and my husband was sweating all night.
Reception felt impersonal with self check in screens. Staff member looked bored and was vague when we asked about the pool, just pointing “over there” across the car park.
Cafe Bar was a let down. Tables were dirty with old plates left. We were told we could eat outside, chose a sunny jetty table, then told after 6pm food wasn’t allowed there, only in the shaded area. This wasn’t explained upfront. We didn’t eat as it felt unclean and badly run.
Leisure facilities are in a separate building across a car park/road and run by another company. We were told to call ahead as access isn’t guaranteed due to classes, even on a Sunday. Not the relaxed experience advertised.
Breakfast food was nice, but layout poor. By the time you’d fetched everything it was cold. Poached egg arrived as we finished. Menus cleared early.
Not a cheap stay. Felt disjointed and not worth the money. Wouldn’t return."
"Stayed on a dinner bed and breakfast rate. Enjoyable stay. Food was ok. Sadly the spa was practically unusable due to large number of guests/day-visitors using it."
Are you looking for a romantic escape? Our guests also enjoy Kettering for its bars and gardens. You might consider checking out some of the nearby sights and attractions such as Wicksteed Park, Boughton House, or Kettering Golf Club. If you're interested in staying close to a particular destination, you can sort by neighborhood and proximity to top sights, so you'll be able to see everything on your list.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Kettering?
If you're looking forward to lots of outings with your partner, check out these details about year-round temperatures in Kettering: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 60°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Kettering is 29 inches.
What is there to do in Kettering?
There's nothing better than experiencing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all there is to see and do in Kettering. Couples looking to get out in nature will enjoy Kettering for its gardens. You might think about stopping by Wicksteed Park, Boughton House, or Kettering Golf Club while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Kettering and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Kettering might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: Make your way to Kettering with a flight to Coventry (CVT), which is the closest major airport located 32.2 mi (51.9 km) from the city center. To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Kettering Station.