After staying in Feb 2009 we decided on another short break. Happy with our deal of £139 for 2 nights b&b plus dinner on the first night and overall was good value.
We were sent on the long route to our room rather than through the lounge/bar area and our first impression of our room was how dark it was. There were 2 small spotlights by the door/ outside the bathroom door but the bedroom area only had a floor light and the bedside lights. It was extremely gloomy as the decor is very dark. It is great to have free wi-fi in room but I struggled with the little work I had to do as needed to perch laptop and papers on knee under the lamp, needs a desk lamp as a minimum. Agree with previous comments re bathrooms not being fully updated and having old tiles, had minor issues with the lack of a hook and little shelf space. Bed comfortable, I found sofa uncomfortable.
Food in the Verve was ok for the price but long wait between courses, Breakfast was fine with reasonable choice. Not too busy so self-service coffee not an issue but it isn't the best.
Staff were all pleasant and helpful.
It doesn't take long to get to Chester (we used the Park & Ride) so I'd disagree with the 'nowhere near Chester' comment.
- De Vere St Davids Park
