A wonderful place to spend a short or long stay.
Having been married for fifty years, my wife and I went back to celebrate our anniversary. We could not have chosen a better place. A warm welcome. Fantastic
breakfasts, comfortable room. You name it, it's all here. Even a place
to park your car. Go and find out for yourself, you will not be disappointed.
David and Hazel - Trivago
As I was on a round trip through England I stayed three nights at the Athenaeum Lodge and I would never regret it. The city centre was not far away and the rail station a walk of app 30 mins. I was really impressed by the warm welcome at arrival which made me immediately feel comfortable. The room had a nice size with furniture in mind condition, was very clean and had the usual tea facilities added by daily renewed biscuits. ;) A flat screen with Freeview as well as free WiFi access (after asking for the code) existed in the room. With breakfast in the morning you had to order the warm things you liked, cerials, fruit and yoghurt was available, too. Everyone in this B&B was very helpful and friendly. I would always stay there again and recommend it to my family and friends.
We found the Aathenaeum Lodgeto be a really convenient base to walk
around Plymouth attractions and shopping centre. we also found access
to and from the Devon Expressway to be really convenient, ( using our
sat-nav).
The accomodation was first rate and cannot be faulted. Our
room was spotless, comfortable and quiet. The room was cleaned and
towels changed, every day by Jane and her staff.
Our breakfasts were
very good and nothing semed too be any problem to the staff. We
requested different choices each day and were never dissapointed.
The owners are very friendly and are always happy to chat. We felt that our stay was much like being at home.
I cannot recomend this guest house too much. For us, it was a really lucky find.
ERIC AND JANICE
Would you please accept our most heartfelt thanks for the few days we spent with you recently. We could not have chose a better place to spend our 50th wedding anniversary.
You and Gina made us so welcome (and the breakfasts were 2nd to none).
If we are around for our 55th, expect us back, if you will have us.
Thank you once again for giving us such a happy time.
By Thank-You Card.
I'd definitely stay there again!
This guesthouse is amazing!!! Really cheap compared to other places in
the area, very friendly, great service, location, and breakfast (where
you could help yourself to as much as you wanted!) Quite old fashioned,
but very clean and tidy, nice sized room with very comfortable bed!
We
walked to the Hoe in about a minute, and to the Barbican for the
nightlife in about 10 minutes. The centre was also only about 10
minutes away.
If ever going back to Plymouth. We know where to stay!
My colleagues (3) and I stayed at this Guest house for twelve nights
due to work in the area. We had to leave early in the mornings (hours
before breakfast) however not without something to eat. Our host made
shure that the big fellas went well fed every morning. Our mates at one
of the famous hotels nearby started every morning hungry. We, my team
choosed privacy and the intimated atmosphere you only get at a
guesthouse instead of the non personal hotels. We are greatfull that we
did. We have spend nights at hotels and inns worldwide. Some we will
return to. Fewer we remember and talk about. Only one we really miss.
And only one we have bought a christmasgift. Thanks for your
hospitality and warmtness. We felt we belonged!
I have read
through all reviews and I will follow those who recomend this place to
travellers who needs a place to relax and charge their batteries
between shopping, leasure or workinghours. If you're staying for a
while you will know what I mean. If only for a night I know what you're
gone miss.
Finally - on behalf of my colleagues and myself I leave
this review as a humble thanks for the efforts that were made to make
our days so easy. I only regret that it took so long to fill in these
words. rgrds The norwegians John, Vidar, Jan and Geir
Friendly and comfortable- made it a perfect weekend away.
It is perfectly situated for the Barbican, Hoe and city centre, once we parked up in the (limited) car park we didn't have to move the car again. The owners were friendly and helpful, allowing us to drop off our bags before booking in time. The room was a good sized en-suite, well decorated with the usual added extras (TV, tea making facilities, toiletries etc). We had a room that overlooked the road and at times the traffic and passers by did get a little noisy but it wasn't excessive. We would recommend this B & B and intend to visit again in the future.
Athenaeum Lodge - A Homely Atmosphere in an Ideal Situation
Upon entering a quiet street some five minutes walk from The Hoe and
from the Main Shopping Centre of Plymouth one can't help but notice the
welcoming glow of the Athenaeum Lodge Guest House.
Once inside one
is not at all disappointed as it is very tastefully furnished and
spotlessly clean with a friendly family atmosphere created by Jane and
David. The bedrooms are decorated with style and all have the
appreciative little extras that one would wish for.
An excellent
full English Cooked Breakfast is served in the well laid out breakfast
room with a choice of toast, cereals etc. for those not tempted.
Altogether an excellent choice as a base for tourists, sightseers
and business people but not for those wanting a friendly evening chat with fellow guests as unfortunately there is no lounge.
Small AND perfect
We spent one night here whilst visiting relatives in Plymouth and found it a real home from home experience.
Our
room was spacious and immaculate. The bed was extremely comfortable
with spotless bedding and toiletries were provided (including tissues
and cotton buds!)
The cooked breakfast was made to order and so hot
and fresh (unlike so many lukewarm buffets!) Nothing was too much
trouble and we were asked several times if we would like more tea,
coffee, toast etc.
Positionwise, the Athenaeum is perfect, being a
5-10 minute walk to either the town or Hoe and parking was not a
problem. We actually parked in th Lodge's own small car park, but it
would only have cost £3 for an all day permit in the road.
All in
all we had a lovely time staying at the Athenaeum and found it as good
as many so called 4*hotels! We would certainly recommend it and hope to
return soon.
Stay here - you wont regret it
We'll be brief. Dont spend £100 for a hotel in the centre of Plymouth
which is staffed by young foreigners who know nothing of the
surrounding area but do yourself a favour and stay here where the
owners can give you all the local info in a minute. We did and loved
the clean and bright room. However be absolutely sure you can eat the
massive freshly cooked "full breakfast " - no moving along a hotel
"help yourself counter " containing bacon that has been kept warm for a
long while or a fried egg gone to plastic in this place.
The location is great with a very good selection of shops but best of all is the beautiful seashore and countryside all around.
Nick & Phyl
West Dulwich
South East
London
October 2008
M of Sheffield
Not only is the Athenaeum Lodge very well situated for the Hoe, Barbican etc it is also a spotlessly clean and fresh establishment - it really does shine like a new pin! On our arrival the warm and friendly welcome given to us by Jane and David made us feel immediately at home, and the breakfasts (which were perfectly cooked) were substantial to say the least! Our rooms were cleaned and tidied every day and our hosts' attention to detail is illustrated by the fact that even when the bedside alarm clock stopped, they noticed it (we didn't mention it) and the battery was replaced immediately. I can wholeheartedly recommend the Athenaeum for anyone looking for a superior B&B and look forward to returning again in the future.
ROOM 1 - Not for a lie in!
This review is not a criticism of the Athaeneum Lodge, simply some
observations for anyone planning to stay there, and only relate to Room
1, where my partner and I stayed for three nights.
Firstly let
me say that the room is large ( a double and single) and spotlessly
clean, the window looks out on the rear car park.
The little niggles I have are personal opinions and may be of no consequence to others, however here they are.
The
room is advertised as "ensuite" however the W.C. is the ensuite
element, being in a separate room, the shower and washbasin are
definitely " IN suite". The shower cubicle, open topped, is in the
bedroom and the washbasin on the wall outside it at the foot of the
bed. I have stayed in this sort of configuration before and cannot say
it is something I would choose to have - I prefer my ablutions to
separated from my sleeping arrangements, however it isn't something you
ask when booking a room - perhaps we should.
A bigger niggle
unfortunately is the location of the room. It is on the ground floor,
which again will suit a lot of people, however it is next to the
breakfast room, close to the front door, staircase to the upper floors,
and the "reception area". This is not a room you want if you don't want
to partake of breakfast (07.30 - 0845 Mon - Fri and 8-9 Weekends) and
have a lie in. Why do these places insist on such early and rigid
times? - can't be to suit guests!
The dividing wall to the
breakfast room is plasterboard so if you intend lying in take some ear
plugs or you will hear the radio / or tv and the conversations as
guests are greeted or greet each other, this of course is compounded by
those who have a conversation about their day, or plans at the
reception area, outside your door.
There is also a lot noise of
footfall on the floorboards above, and staircase outside your door as
guests head for their breakfast. Lots of people coming down the stairs.
Outside
of the breakfast times the hubub disappears, and with an older
clientele there isn't much noise in the evening or night, but the
mornings? Oh dear.
Please don't misundersatnd me, my partner and
I are in our early fifties so it isn't a youngster thing about having a
lie in. We tend not to want breakfast as early as most guesthouses
offer it, and rarely lie in beyond 8.30 a.m. even on on holiday, but
room 1 doesn't afford that luxury.
The hosts did apologise a
couple of times for "gossiping" outside the door, but it must be
difficult for them not to, being the good hosts they are.
Would
I stay at this hotel again, absolutely, it is in an excellent location,
very clean, very good value and very friendly. BUT NOT IN ROOM 1.
Though they probably won't let us back now.
HOME COMFORTS IN GREAT LOCATION
We stayed here February 2008. Located in Plymouth Hoe within a few
minutes walk of, the Historic Barbican, National Marine Aquarium and
within reach of the Theatre Royal, where we saw a great show
The
guest house has been kept immaculate and our room was spacious with a
great shower in the en suite.The breakfast was brilliant,lots of choice
and well presented, cooked by the owner David with Jane, his wife,
serving in the dining room.
.There were some little extras such as
free web( WI FI) access and tea and coffee in your room on arrival.The
owners David and Jane Kewell were always on hand to help out with
directions and advise on where to eat and places to visit.
Athenaeum Lodge, A 'must' if you're in Plymouth
We stayed at the Athenaeum at the beginning of October and what a nice surprise to be greeted by the two friendly hosts David and Jane. The hotel itself is really cosy and is ideally situated near to The Hoe, The Barbican, Shops, Theatres and Restaurants. Our room had all the amenities you would want plus a trouser press. And before you spend the day exploring Plymouth's sights try David's full english breakfast, a real treat.
Couldn't find fault
What more could you want! Situated in the best part of Plymout, on the best part of the Hoe, this hotel is as close to perfect as possible for one of its kind. Comfortable and clean rooms with little homely touches like coffee and so on in little pots; the best cooked breakfast any of us had ever had; helpful service, over and above the call of duty, and all our names were remembered from the first moment. And access to Internet and wi-fi to boot! And all for a very reasonable cost. You couldn't do better than stay here.
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