Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons

The attitude of staff to the imminent closure of Le Manoir emphasises the incredible family of staff the Raymond Blanc has assembled at this unique hotel. The food is just on a different planet in terms of quality, variety and taste. The rooms are comfortable and welcoming- and the staff are consistently attentive, thoughtful and accommodating. The closure for refurbishment of this hotel will leave an irreplaceable void in the hospitality market. Le Manoir is in a league of its own- thanks to Raymond Blanc, the team he has assembled and the standards he demands.

The experience was fantastic from start to finish, the attentive staff, the way we were made to feel welcome as if we were friends rather than customers. The room was perfect with all the little touches that help make it such a wonderful experience.

We had a wonderful overnight stay with dinner - food was glorious and service brilliant - would certainly recommend and looking forward to returning in the future

The attentiveness of all the staff was sublime ! We were there for my wife’s 60th birthday and she couldn’t have been made to feel any more special. Thankyou to Raymond and all the Team

This is, without question, the finest English countryside property we have visited. Every suite is individually and thoughtfully designed — elegant, distinctive, and never repetitive. There is a real sense of personality in each space, which makes the stay feel intimate rather than institutional. With Belmond being one of the smallest top-tier countryside properties in Britain, offering just 30 rooms, the advantage is immediately clear: the service is exceptional. It is everything one expects at this level — bespoke, instinctive, and impeccably timed. Attentive without ever being intrusive. The grounds are equally captivating. From the serenity of the Japanese garden to the expansive apple and pear orchards, the estate invites you to slow down, wander, and truly immerse yourself in the landscape. It feels curated yet natural — a rare balance. The culinary experience needs little introduction. Every ingredient is clearly treated with respect, prepared fresh and thoughtfully, with a true farm-to-table philosophy. Dining flows effortlessly from breakfast through to dinner, each meal reinforcing the sense of quiet excellence rather than trying to impress loudly. In reflection, this is the kind of place that recalibrates expectations of what the British countryside can offer. Refined, deeply comforting, and executed with remarkable consistency. We would return without hesitation — and already look forward to the next opportunity.