Although we had a really lovely meal at the Gallivant (both the service and the food quality were fantastic) we were really disappointed by the accommodation.

Had the accommodation costs been less expensive, we would have been very pleased, but the prices for rooms and the impression from the marketing/website, give the impression of the hotel being something special, when in fact the room was extremely average.

Having booked the 'Beach Hut Suite' we were surprised to find that it was a fair sized room with a sofa (not a suite) at the end of a motel-style block, in the corner of the car park, right next to the main road. The room was nice enough - warm, clean and comfortable, but cheaply furnished and basically not in the range of quality that the price suggested. Had it been £50 a night cheaper we would have been very pleased with it.

Also the wifi signal was so weak in our room it was virtually unusable, and the "Sitting Room" in the main building was somewhere you may want to put your children in front of the TV for a while, but not somewhere we would want to spend any time in - blaring large TV and a few sofas around the edges of the room.

The staff were very pleasant and welcoming.

We arrived on Friday night to be greeted by warmth and friendliness. We were staying as part of a largeish party for a friend's birthday. I'd read some previous reviews and was a little unsure what to expect. Need not have worried. We had great service, good food and a really relaxing time.

If you want big rooms and a big hotel experience then don't come here. This is individual, a bit quirky and not for those used to travelling on business - this is a good thing!

Not all the food worked as well as other dishes but overall I was very pleased by the standard of cooking. Great wine list. But above all great welcome - you felt that they were glad to see you - a refreshing change from places where it seems that they resent guests!

Thank you

The hotel was great. The decor was a lovely shabby chic. The food at the beach bistro was amazing. Service was excellent. Overall we had a fantastic time at The Gallivant.

Like another reviewer, we had d, b and b here via Travelzoo offer. The outside of The Gallivant doesn't do the staff and food justice. On a very bleak, freezing day it was a great pleasure to be welcomed warmly and find that the whole hotel was well heated unlike many we've come across. Our room was basic, furnished with limited reclaimed, distressed wood furniture and a comfortable bed. The bathroom was very clean and bright even without a window. Our deal apparently included a glass of wine each which was immediately offered to have now or with our meal. The dining room is uncluttered, pleasantly styled and the seating more comfortable than it looks at a quick glance. No wonder the Gallivant is busy. All the staff are absolutely delightful, smiling and helpful. The menu has interesting choices with good ingredients and well priced. Some are sharing dishes. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the breakfast next day. Again, interesting options, nicely cooked and charmingly served. Our stay was very enjoyable indeed. We weren't able to take advantage of the hotel's close proximity to the beach. Too cold and snowy. The hotel has wifi.