Last min booking via web -£49.99 room only - additional £6 to park! Room decor was dated but functional . Problem with noise level - not from general city sounds - but the sainsbury carpark fans. I asked to be moved but was told all the double were only on that side of hotel. Got the impression staff did not care as it was cheap web booking. Good location for city centre though and easy to find.

The rooms were clean and the staff were attentive with a good level of service. The hotel is right next to Sainsburys in the city centre. Bit Noisy but and central for the city, there is lot to do in close proximity without having to drive.

I've stayed at this Copthorne before, on business, so when we decided to go away for New Year's Eve I was delighted when I found a good deal for this hotel. I just hoped that my wife would be be disappointed.

She was not. I was not. We were quickly and efficiently checked in, and found our rooms to be clean and comfortable. Although it's not in the most modern style, we found it fine. So, the carpets in the hall are a bit tired, but the hotel is really quite nice - even if the layout is a bit quirky! Our room was well decorated and very tidy, it was quiet and had a good view over the city - which gave us a delightful opportunity to watch the fireworks at midnight.

The hotel is located in the city centre, within walking distance of the Hoe, The Barbican and Citadel and most of the shopping area - and there are good restaurants and bars in the city if you want the nightlife.

Breakfast was really quite good, and the staff were pleasant and friendly throughout.
A downside? Parking - there is not really enough parking for a hotel this size and it's round the back, accessed from one of the shopping streets. Easy when you know how, though!
I'll go back, without hesitation.

Nice hotel but I found its location lacking with cramped underground parking and having a room overlooking Sainsbury’s car park there was a noise issue. OK for my use as a business trip. Room service was quick and meal was nice I have put a short video of my room on YouTube if you want to check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKYSTwhfgXk