Lismar Guest House vs Similar Hotels

Rooms described as characterful, period furniture, comfortable beds and relaxing; some minor repair needs mentioned but overall high quality and comfort.

The apartment was spectacular, comfortable, and clean.

Rooms were generally well-received, though some had issues like low water pressure.

Multiple guests noted cleanliness issues: carpet in one room smelled strongly, black hairs found in the shower, and a few minor housekeeping concerns — lowers this category below average.

Filthy toilets and unclean property as mentioned in the review.

Some guests noted a need for better water pressure in showers and inconsistent cleaning services.

Consistently praised as very convenient: short walk to the railway station, town centre, pubs, restaurants and football ground; excellent for sightseeing and transport connections.

Location was great and convenient.

Many reviews highlighted the excellent central location and proximity to transport.

Hosts (Helena, Tim) repeatedly described as very welcoming and helpful; staff friendly and accommodating overall. A few service lapses noted (staff entering a room unannounced, forgotten breakfast items), but the overwhelmingly positive personal attention justifies a high score.

Tony was very lovely and accommodating.

Guests consistently praised helpful and friendly staff throughout their stay.

Breakfast repeatedly praised as excellent and plentiful by many guests, though a few reported cold items, a very hard black pudding and occasional service/ordering issues; overall positive but with some inconsistencies.

Standard quality for this hotel tier.

Breakfast received high praise, being described as delicious and varied.

Amenities noted include parking options (on-street and a small yard for motorbikes) and a well-maintained guest house vibe; some guests noted lack of air conditioning and limited breakfast choice as minor drawbacks.

Everything you need was provided.

Basic amenities were present, but some guests noted missing hairdryers and poor shower functionality.

Guests generally felt the stay was worth it and would return; one guest described it as '3 star and no more' for service issues, but many praised the character and hospitality, supporting a slightly above-target score.

The value matched the quality based on the overall positive impressions.

Some guests felt the experience didn't match the price, especially with breakfast quality issues.