Ian Douthwaite

"Great service and lovely staff. The Fiery Beef is worth the extra, but the Live Lobster is a bit bland. Good night out: it's not a hotel restaurant so bring your credit cards!"

"Don't accept a room in the new block. That section is more like a Radisson and a million miles away from the charm of the main/old building. I love the hotel but these rooms are just below par."

"Stewards will open a bottle of champagne for you if you ask. Great service!"

"Get there early, get there late, but make sure you don't try and get a table around eight. Nice place but you may have to wait, even if you have booked. Oh, and the bar area tables are v noisy."

"Don't ask for more than one coffee: they don't like it."

"Order the Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno: v nice! (And it's kinda healthy, too!)"