I have vacationed several times at this location over the past 15 years. It was very rustic yet enjoyable during my first few stays. However, they have made major renovations since then and the rooms are very comfortable and period appropriate. Once you've had your fill of "all inclusive and family resorts" and want to slow down, relax and take in a piece of history, then this place is for you. The staff is very friendly and if you want to get a hike in, you can always walk to Shirley Heights with one of the staff and take in the famous sunset view.

We went to the copper and lumber for a rest from a hectic schedule and were not disappointed. The reception was quick friendly and effective, the room was comfortable and well appointed making use of the historical architecture. The setting is great, from our room we stroled along the historical dockyard admiring the many vessels tied up there. The restaurant pub served lunch, this area could do with a little improvement, the meal was bland and ordinary this is a mistake when you are associated with a good hotel. Breakfast which was included was acceptable and started off our day on the right foot. The beauty of Nelsons dockyard is that a short walk puts you in English Harbour and all of its sailing attractions. All in all for our purpose a days rest this was a good choice.

me amd my friend (both guys) like to stay in slightly way out pllaces so this suited us well. the dockyard is full of old relics and an exciting place to stay.

Rooms were good and clean, service very good also.

We booked months ahead if time to get a hotel in Nelson's Dockyard. We experienced excellent service over the phone while booking, we even extended our trip with no problems. We arrived and room was ready and very clean. Our room was facing the dockyard and had two stories. A kitchenette, bathroom with shower, and living area/library filled the downstairs. The shower leaked downstairs into the dining room so some showers were interrupted by an urgent knock on our door. No worries, this is to be expected in 200 year old building.
The restaurant was good, service is on island time, so allow plenty of time if you need to be somewhere. The location is excellent, you can get everywhere you need by walking, water taxi, or cab. The only trouble during race week is the noise. Bands play till 11 pm each night, and with little insulation, it feels like you are sitting on top of the speakers! We are astride couple, and wanted to go to sleep earlier than the crazy singles in our party, so I might recommend a hotel a little further up the road, away from the party tents if you go in early. Great experience overall.I hear it is perfectly peaceful in the Harbor outside of race week.