Marriott Hanbury Manor
Safe Hands For Cancer Accredited
Whilst it’s the Jacobean period architecture that wows at first, it’s the contemporary interiors and the swag of pleasurable leisure activities that make this hotel such an appealing getaway. The spa, like the hotel, is set amongst 200 acres of natural countryside as well as a PGA golf course that sets the scene for relaxation. There’s a beautiful neo-classical pool, sumptuous spa treatments and plunge pool amongst other facilities to enjoy with someone special, as well as cosy fireplace nooks for sharing a romantic glass of something.
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At a glance
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Safe Hands for Cancer
Accredited by the SATCC and part of the Spabreaks.com Safe Hands for Cancer Collection, this spa welcomes people living with or beyond cancer and offers a number of specialist trained therapists.
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Accessible Spa
The hotel offers some accessible bedrooms as well as wheelchair access to restaurants, the spa, pool and fitness areas. There are disabled changing rooms, a hoist into pool and ramp access to the pool area. Disabled parking is available close to the hotel entrance. Carer goes free to use the leisure facilities.
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Family Friendly
Children are welcome at the hotel and to use the pool. Except Monday - Sunday between 11:30 and 2pm and after 7pm when the pool is adults only.
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Scenic Location
The hotel is surrounded by 200 acres of private grounds as well as its own golf course in Hertfordshire.
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Restaurant
The Cast Iron Grill restaurant comes highly recommended.
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Hotel Spa Venue
Rooms are elegantly furnished and the hotel has a range of leisure facilities for those aged 18 and over. Children are permitted in the pool at specified swimming times and hotel.
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Romantic Weekend
Thanks to the historic architecture and scenic surroundings, the hotel provides a distinctly romantic atmosphere.
Spa & Leisure
Leisure abounds at Hanbury Manor thanks to the surrounding tennis courts, golf course and grounds which are most definitely there to be explored. Inside, the facilities continue with a gym, fitness classes, a 17-metre pool against a Neo-Classical backdrop, sauna, steam room and plunge pool.
There are also treatment rooms and manicure stations using Jessica, Elemis and Decléor products in a range of treatments from manicures, pedicures, massages, facials and reflexology as well as a selection of finishing touches
There are a variety of exercise classes and a fully equipped gymnasium, tennis court and sport court. The PGA championship golf course is perfect for those looking to enjoy a round of golf.
Hotel & Accommodation
A five star hotel in Hertfordshire surrounded by 200 acres of private land including its own golf course; Marriott Hanbury Manor is a former manor house with 161 bedrooms and contemporary furnishings which are sympathetically incorporated into the historic red brick building.
Dinner is served in the Cast Iron Grill; a relaxed, light-filled dining area offering classic burgers, big-flavoured steaks and a Sunday carvery. For lighter bites, they serve a charcuterie selection and other nibbles, while for dessert try their signature toffee and ginger skillet pudding, or create your own Cast Iron sundae with Jude's ice cream.
Location
Hanbury Manor, A Marriott® Hotel & Country Club
Ware,
Hertfordshire,
SG12 0SD
Ware, Hertfordshire, 32miles south of Cambridge, 25miles SE of Luton
Spa & Hotel Reviews
Condition of Spa
9.4 out of 10
Quality of Treatments
9.6 out of 10
Staff
9.8 out of 10
Quality of Food
9.2 out of 10
Quality of Facilities
9.0 out of 10
Value for money
9.0 out of 10
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I went with my 17 year old daughter and friend - we had a really relaxing day and my Elemis facial was amazing
But the staff are fantastic
I left my mobile phone by mistake in my robe pocket - when I was getting ready to go home at the end of the day
Just as I was leaving I realised and told lady in reception - she quickly notified one of the male staff who ran to the laundrette and managed to open washing machine before water was to enter. He checked all the numerous robes and found my phone
So grateful !
This is what makes days like this special
It is the staff and their quick responses
Thank you so much
Our therapists were lovely and punctual, the atmosphere in the treatment rooms was very relaxing and the massages were fantastic - and the products smelled amazing! The spa facilities were spacious and clean, the sauna was super hot. Staff were wonderful, we were given robes and towels on arrival, everything was made clear to us from the onset.
Went for an overnight stay. Overall stay was nice - unfortunately we were in the Garden Court rooms which was about 5 mins walk from main building (bit of a pain walking to/from spa and restaurant!). The rooms we thought were also pretty dated. Shampoo/conditioner were not great, and no choice of herbal teas in rooms. Would have also been nice to have a bottle of water (even if in the mini fridge with option to pay).
The spa was OK. Much better in the evening when it was quiet and no children (think there is definitely a need for a Family/Kids pool area as you couldn't really call the main pool area 'relaxing').
Myself and partner both had full body massages - both really enjoyed, but sounds like we had different experiences (i.e. one of us was offered a choice of oils, one of us got a face mask, etc). Not a big issue but think consistency should be considered - either way a lovely massage. Unfortunately think the massage rooms need soundproofing as even with the music could still hear children shouting from the pool area which wasn't great.
The spa pool(hot tub) was quite small so had to wait a while to get in.
Cast Iron Grill food was lovely - had breakfast lunch and dinner and all great.
Breakfast was a bit manic - quite busy and lots of children running around (some in barefoot too..) . Again just think there is a definite need for perhaps a family dining area as was not a relaxing environment for the couples/non-families.
The lounge area is nice but drinks pretty pricey compared to other similar hotels/bars.
Overall would probably not return in a rush - or maybe perhaps not on a weekend when its busier/lots of children.
Nice for a one night spa stay regardless!
Spa experience was brilliant, Beth was very nice and professional. Couldn't fault it at all. Swimming pool was nice and quiet as the child slot had finished and managed to visit the sauna also. Used the cardio room saturday afternoon which was extremely quiet with the machines having plenty of entertainment options while exercising.
We booked a spa weekend, which came with two treatments included, and wow all four of us were impressed. The SPA itself is very clean, lots of beds and chairs to use. Sauna, steam room and jacuzzi available for use. Complimentary Tea, coffee and water also available. Robes and slippers available from reception. Really couldn't fault anything at all. We will be back for sure.
Beautiful place the spa took my breath away. The therapists were very obliging nothing was too much trouble,everything was explained. Used the jacuzzi and sauna with the right amount of heat to be comfortable. The afternoon tea was in an amazing room, very elegant and traditional. The food was excellent with more than enough to eat, and more if you wanted. Very helpful staff also.
The spa is beautiful with very good facilities. We were all really happy with the treatments (facial and massage) and the evening three course meal was excellent. Unfortunately the service was very slow. I’d also like to mention that it was a shame to see they only had paper cups for the coffee machine. Overall it was a great experience and the staff were all very friendly.
A beautiful setting but not the best spa facilities. A very small jacuzzi (comfortably room for just 2 people). The pool was open to hotel guests and children until 11.30am so was very noisy and busy - not at all relaxing. It was the hottest day of the year and only a few sun shades were available outside so we had to share with another couple and rearrange furniture so as not to be in direct sunlight. Food was good but very few vegan options (Risotto or salad). Annoyingly we had to have water with our meals or pay extra for soft drinks and as we had left our money in our lockers we asked if we could pay for drinks at the spa area on our return. We were told no and so didn't bother having a coke with our meal as the walk back to the spa area was a considerable distance! On returning to the spa area there was a lot of noise again as guests, including children, had access to the pool from 2pm. We had a short swim and left the spa at early. It was not the relaxing day we had hoped for and we will definitely not be visiting a hotel spa again in the future.
I booked a group doa package for 10+ ladies. The treatments were brilliant and the therapists were polite and friendly.
The facilities (saina, steamroom etc) in the spa area were very good, with complimentary tea, coffee and water provided for guests.
The only thing that would make it better is a larger jacuzzi, but I was impressed with the whole spa experience and would certainly recommend it.
The spa itself was ok, although it needed updating, showers at the treatment rooms were old and had mould in the corners, I had the scrub and massage treatment, which was very good, also a pedicure which was ok. I also had lunch in the iron room which was included in the price, I was so disappointed, the chicken was dry and tough, I sent it back, I wasn’t happy, unfortunately I would not go back.
Went on the Simply Spa day with a friend and had a wonderful relaxing time. Although we didn't have any treatments,we didn't feel as though we needed them because we spent all day enjoying the facilities and had a delicious lunch to break the day up. Food was amazing, staff were all very friendly and helpful and the spa and grounds are lovely. Everything is kept very clean. We also really liked that the steam room was in the ladies changing rooms so female-only!
The massage itself was lovely. The spa experience was a big disappointment and made the overall day feel like it was far from value for money. There are not enough loungers for spa guests so we ended up sitting on uncomfortable sofas, unable to relax. It was supposed to be a treat for my mum but it was far from a luxury relaxing experience.
Had a really lovely day with my friends visiting the spa. A beautiful spa and we all loved our treatments! Food was really nice too. My only down side would be people putting towels on chairs so you couldn’t sit down even though nobody was using the chairs. All the other spas I have visited had a relaxation room you can use after treatments but this spa doesn’t.
Wow what a wonderful get away to a very beautiful and historic place. As you drive in you gain a sense of the grandeur and elegance. When we walked into the reception we were overwhelmed by the beautiful detail in the architect. We turned right and had a pot of tea by the spectacular Christmas tree and relaxed by the cracklings log fire- perfect. Our treatments were great, a 25min back massage each as then we relaxed in the calm spa area and chilled out. The jacuzzi was like sitting in a glass of champagne, the sauna was a good size and perfectly hot, and as a seasoned spa person I think the quality of the steam room was up there with the best. The spa was clean and well maintained, a few cleaning bits here and there (I’m being super critical though!) could have made it 5star.
The meal in the grill was very delicious but sadly, as I don’t eat egg it left (as per usual) a very limited choice of deserts so I opted out. It was a shame really to an otherwise wonderful experience. May I suggest to the catering staff, Christmas truffles or fudge or uncooked cheesecake as an alternative to fruit salad or fruit pie.
Had a lovely relaxing afternoon. Changing rooms, pool area, showers - all lovely and clean. I think there should have been more lounger beds by the pool to relax. There were only a handful, and so were quickly taken. There were chairs, but its nice to be able to put your feet up (particularly for those of us in our 60s!) I had had a bad experience with massages in the past, but I explained my fears to my therapist, who was brilliant and and I had a wonderful massage. The afternoon traditional cream tea was good too. All the staff were extremely helpful and were always on hand to offer advice etc. All in All the best spa treat I have had. I would like to add that, when booking the day, the SpaBreaks team went out of their way to help, and I was very impressed with Jodie.
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Staff
9.8 out of 10
Room Comfort
9.4 out of 10
Quality of Bars & Restaurants
9.2 out of 10
Location
9.8 out of 10
Quality of Facilities
9.6 out of 10
Value for money
9.4 out of 10
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Had an absolutely lovely time went with 5 girlfriends we had treatments which were so nice and the staff couldn’t have done enough for us and food was exceptional would definitely recommend this spa break and totally worth every penny which was great a price. Rooms were comfy and we could keep our rooms on for while we went to the soap after we had checked no problems at all
Went for an overnight stay. Overall stay was nice - unfortunately we were in the Garden Court rooms which was about 5 mins walk from main building (bit of a pain walking to/from spa and restaurant!). The rooms we thought were also pretty dated. Shampoo/conditioner were not great, and no choice of herbal teas in rooms. Would have also been nice to have a bottle of water (even if in the mini fridge with option to pay).
The spa was OK. Much better in the evening when it was quiet and no children (think there is definitely a need for a Family/Kids pool area as you couldn't really call the main pool area 'relaxing').
Myself and partner both had full body massages - both really enjoyed, but sounds like we had different experiences (i.e. one of us was offered a choice of oils, one of us got a face mask, etc). Not a big issue but think consistency should be considered - either way a lovely massage. Unfortunately think the massage rooms need soundproofing as even with the music could still hear children shouting from the pool area which wasn't great.
The spa pool(hot tub) was quite small so had to wait a while to get in.
Cast Iron Grill food was lovely - had breakfast lunch and dinner and all great.
Breakfast was a bit manic - quite busy and lots of children running around (some in barefoot too..) . Again just think there is a definite need for perhaps a family dining area as was not a relaxing environment for the couples/non-families.
The lounge area is nice but drinks pretty pricey compared to other similar hotels/bars.
Overall would probably not return in a rush - or maybe perhaps not on a weekend when its busier/lots of children.
Nice for a one night spa stay regardless!
Overall the stay was lovely. Only issues we faced were with the room temperature on the first night and the service. We were freezing and had asked for a heater 4 times before it arrived. It turns out the heating doesn't come on until 11pm which wasn't ideal at 8pm. Service in the bar and restaurant had a habit of being particularly slow but the professionalism and personality of the staff did go part way to making up for this. All very accommodating and friendly. Would happily return.
The hotel is located in lovely grounds. Beautiful greenery and well kept gardens throughout. The staff were friendly, polite and helpful.
The bed was very comfortable and adequately equipped. It was great to have 2 double beds in the twin room.
Cool water was available and located near the room I stayed in.
The only downside was the lack of air conditioning, as it did get hot in the night. There was a fan provided, but no power point near the bee, so I had to get out of bed and go and cool down by the fan on the dressing table.
The breakfast buffet was very good. A wide selection of food including cereal, porridge, yoghurt, smoked salmon, fresh fruits and traditional breakfast items. Omelette and poached eggs could be ordered with no problem.
Considering our dinner was pre-ordered (large group) it took longer to be served than I would have expected
Overall, I had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommended this hotel to anyone wanting a relaxing break in luxurious surroundings. I'm sure I will go again.
Had a great stay at this hotel but my one criticism would be the choice of dinner as it was quite limited on the set menu. Needs to be more of a varied range, especially the choice of starters. Also the chicken was very over cooked and extremely dry.
Other than this I have nothing but positive comments for this hotel and staff
Fabulous spa hotel five ⭐️’s. I cannot fault our trip everything was just perfect, we had a wonderful time from the start to end. The hotel itself is amazing the treatments we had were done by very professional beauticians, the facilities were first class and the food was lovely as were all the staff too. I would highly recommend a spa break here. Thank you Theo at Spabreaks for your your excellent customer service! 👌
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