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St. Julians Friars, SY1 1XL, England
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Abbots Mead Hotel
Ranked #11 of 17 hotels in Shrewsbury
3.5 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
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Worcestershire
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Good location, with on-site parking”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

LOCATION ... A three-minute walk takes you right into the heart of historic Shrewsbury with its cobbled streets and Tudor buildings, and to the main shopping streets.

CAR PARKING ... There are 12 private car-parking spaces, but it's double-parking. This means that, if you're blocking-in a fellow guest's car, you have to leave your car keys at Reception if you venture out on foot so your car can be moved, if necessary.

BREAKFAST ... A tasty English Breakfast, with nice lean bacon (I can't stand fat), served in a lovely Dining Room overlooking the rear garden.

VERY FRIENDLY WELCOME & SERVICE.

ACCOMMODATION ... We spent one night in the Superior Room (No 16) and a second night in a Twin (Room 12).

ROOM 16 is spacious with a double & single bed and a large bathroom with bath & shower.

ROOM 12 is a small twin-room with the smallest en-suite facility that I think we've ever come across. (The shower cubicle + toilet + wash-basin occupy a floor area that measures 54 inches x 54 inches). Should you be in a hurry, however, at least you can sit on the toilet and have a wash at the same time !!

ROOMS 12 & 16 are both at the front of the hotel facing St Julian Friars and neither room has double-glazing, so there is noise from the street late at night. Previous reviewers have commented about the noise from the pub next-door, but this was closed for refurbishment when we were staying at Abbots Mead last week. There's also an Indian take-away right opposite Abbots Mead which also attracts late-night noise.

Room Tip: BOOK ROOM 16 which is spacious (with a double and twin bed) if you're staying more than one nigh...
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Clean, quiet and comfortable”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

This does have more of a boarding house feel due to its size and the air fresheners! However it was fine for an overnight stay - the owners are very welcoming, the room was compact but had everything you expect, tiny bathroom but all very clean. Good breakfast in nice dining room. Only 10 parking spaces but large car park across the road.Very central.

Room Tip: Very quiet at the back
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great town centre Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
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As the title say's the location, for my family vacation, was perfectly set in the beautiful town of Shrewsbury. This was made even better by the friendly and family atmosphere when we arrived, nothing was to much trouble. There was free parking to the front of the hotel and free wifi throughout the whole hotel which was very useful when the kids had gone to bed. The breakfast was fresh and very scrummy and filled us all up until teatime. All in all a fantastic time had by all the family.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great town centre hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011

Is in a great town centre location with free parking and wifi, rooms are spotlessly clean as is the rest of the hotel, superb freshly cooked breakfast.
Suited all my needs for my business trip.

  • Stayed October 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Wirral
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“More like a basic boarding house”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2011

My wife and I stayed for one night. Hotel is close to town centre and has limited free car parking. We had a room facing the front street but did not suffer from external noise, as mentioned in previous reviews. Only met one member of staff (on reception) who was pleasant and helpful.
Room was tiny and in need of decoration. Room was uncomfortably warm, even with windows open. Wi-Fi connection was a joke!! Breakfast was average and was limited to the the hours of between 8 - 9am (most places allow breakfast from around 7.30 to 10 am).
This place is more like a basic boarding house where one would gladly pay £30 per night or £40 tops. However, we paid £79 for the night. Definitely not worth the money. A Travelodge is a better option. Would not recommend this hotel to friends.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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  • Abbots Mead Shrewsbury
Address: St. Julians Friars, SY1 1XL, England
Price range (per night):* INR5,350 - 7,579

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