“Relax and enjoy the great service”
Bell Rock Hotel
catbirdKent 5 contributions Kent
30 Aug 2010
We arrived at the hotel after the journey from hell, to find that they had kept the dining room open for us until nearly 10 pm. They were equally obliging when we needed to leave before the normal breakfast service time in order to get the helicopter.
I don't think I've ever seen staff work so hard. They all multi-task and nothing is too much trouble.
Food is well cooked and plentiful but I am mystified why chef serves a raw tomato garnish with every dinner, even when it has got gravy on it?!
Our room was comfortable and we had a full bathroom, though I think others in our group were not as lucky. Ask for Room 4 if you are booking a double and would like to be in the main part of the building.
The small pool is a bonus.
Standards of cleanliness are high.
Journey from hell? The helicopter was cancelled due to poor visibility. We were put on the ferry, which took 3 hours and lots of people were ill. We arrived on the quayside in rain and darkness. The luggage had been put in containers and they guys were trying to sort it all out with only the lights from their head lamps. If you have a system, try sharing the details with your customers.
Date of stay August 2010
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
***Footnotes from Daniel*** This travel delay was a particularly bad visibility day with thick fog stopping all flying. The Steamship Co. put on a 2nd sailing of the ship to enable passengers to depart & leave the islands on their correct day of travel. It was an unfortunate start to this wildlife/walking group we had arriving this day. We kept the kitchens open and were keen to see the group were catered for and looked after on their late arrival at the hotel... but obviously we hadn't realised that tomatoes are that offensive?! Seems a bit of a random comment to me I'm afraid. We are a 2 star hotel, and therefore don't go down the fancy garnish route of nouvelle cuisine. I shall however pass this comment on to the chef.
All rooms are en suite with toilet, basin, and either shower, bath or both. I am presuming the rooms with pod style bathrooms are being refered to which are fitted in 4 rooms out of the 23 we have which enable space saving.
***2nd Footnote*** I have had a chat with Chef about garnishes. He likes to add a touch of colour in the presentation. He is open to suggestions as to what people may consider an alternative to a wedge of tomato for this purpose... any answers/suggestions to the hotel email please?!
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
Monday, 30 August 2010
Bank Holiday Bliss! - Sunday 29th August 2010
St Martins Flats with the tide very low & the view over towards Tean with Hedge Rock on the left of picture
Saturday, 28 August 2010
Saturday 28th August 2010
The clouds were interesting this afternoon, so I couldn't resist snapping a couple of pictures! :)
Saturday 28th August 2010
What a contrast from last Saturday's weather... We have clear blue skies and the sun is shining! You can just make out the moon still high in the sky this morning in this picture.
Friday, 27 August 2010
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Strange Potatoes!
We had a strange potato incident the other day... I don't know if you remember the classic children's TV show "Fraggle Rock" with its puppet characters? We had a potato pulled out of the bag which resembled one of the charaters from Fraggle Rock. So here's a picture of our bizarre potato & also a picture of "Boober" the Fraggle.... See what you think?
Guest Review Extracted from TripAdvisor
“Delightful!”
Bell Rock Hotel
HornblowerWarwick 2 contributions Coventry, United Kingdom
25 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
We so enjoyed our recent holiday on the Scilly Isles but what made it so special was knowing that each day we would return to this wonderful hotel.
Everything was delightful. The room was immaculate and the food in the restaurant was of a very high standard and there was always a good choice of local foods for both a meat eater and my vegetarian wife. The sweets were particularly "yummy" whether opting for an unhealthy sponge and custard or the fresh, juicy and plentiful fruit salad.
Staff require a special mention; they managed to combine a high level of efficiency with warmth and humour. Nothing was too much trouble and we always felt special.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Bell Rock Hotel
HornblowerWarwick 2 contributions Coventry, United Kingdom
25 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Couples
We so enjoyed our recent holiday on the Scilly Isles but what made it so special was knowing that each day we would return to this wonderful hotel.
Everything was delightful. The room was immaculate and the food in the restaurant was of a very high standard and there was always a good choice of local foods for both a meat eater and my vegetarian wife. The sweets were particularly "yummy" whether opting for an unhealthy sponge and custard or the fresh, juicy and plentiful fruit salad.
Staff require a special mention; they managed to combine a high level of efficiency with warmth and humour. Nothing was too much trouble and we always felt special.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with With Spouse/Partner
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Monday, 23 August 2010
Guest Review Extracted from TripAdvisor
“Don't judge a book by its cover”
Bell Rock Hotel
W0rthyTraveller 2 contributions Sheffield, United Kingdom
21 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Family
From the outside the Bell Rock appears like another ordinary hotel in St Mary's.You would be wrong tho'! The reality provides one of the most pleasant & friendly experiences in the whole of the Scilly's. Whilst not cheap, the Bell Rock is outstanding. The rooms are not spectacular, but after a while this really does not matter. All is there that you need. Eg clean and comfortable beds, en suites, and the usual facilites. The atmosphere in the hotel however is its key. The proprietors & staff are most friendly. Indeed, I found eager to help in every way. All seem genuinely anxious to make your stay at the Bell Rock happy. The food is outstanding for a small hotel. The breakfasts are freshly pepared (save for cereals & juice) and are ready within minutes. So impressed was I with the Kippers, that I had them two days running. The best kippers I have ever had! That says a lot because I stay at a number of 4 stars regularly. The hotel is also full of the most interesting people. Who appear to go year after year because it suits them & would not go anywhere else. That is real commendation. Do not miss this hotel if you have to stay in St Mary's, even for a few days. It represents excellent value for money in a convivial & comfortable atmosphere. Many 4 star hotels would be put to shame by the standards it offers. Do not be fooled by the 2 stars on the door. Well done. Strongly recommended.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with Family with Teenagers
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
Bell Rock Hotel
W0rthyTraveller 2 contributions Sheffield, United Kingdom
21 Aug 2010 | Trip type: Family
From the outside the Bell Rock appears like another ordinary hotel in St Mary's.You would be wrong tho'! The reality provides one of the most pleasant & friendly experiences in the whole of the Scilly's. Whilst not cheap, the Bell Rock is outstanding. The rooms are not spectacular, but after a while this really does not matter. All is there that you need. Eg clean and comfortable beds, en suites, and the usual facilites. The atmosphere in the hotel however is its key. The proprietors & staff are most friendly. Indeed, I found eager to help in every way. All seem genuinely anxious to make your stay at the Bell Rock happy. The food is outstanding for a small hotel. The breakfasts are freshly pepared (save for cereals & juice) and are ready within minutes. So impressed was I with the Kippers, that I had them two days running. The best kippers I have ever had! That says a lot because I stay at a number of 4 stars regularly. The hotel is also full of the most interesting people. Who appear to go year after year because it suits them & would not go anywhere else. That is real commendation. Do not miss this hotel if you have to stay in St Mary's, even for a few days. It represents excellent value for money in a convivial & comfortable atmosphere. Many 4 star hotels would be put to shame by the standards it offers. Do not be fooled by the 2 stars on the door. Well done. Strongly recommended.
Date of stay August 2010
Visit was for Leisure
Travelled with Family with Teenagers
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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