An Inspector Calls

Hotle review: The Inspector calls at The Olde Bell in Hurley, Maidenhead

A cold and cross Inspector stays at The Olde Bell in Hurley, Maidenhead. Is the ancient pub, dating back to AD1135, enough to change his mood? ...read

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Hotel review: Malmaison Manchester, where Jordan and Amanda check in

Continuing our series on the world's finest hotels and the stars who frequent them, Sarah Turner visits the Malmaison in Manchester and checks the football-themed suites.

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at the Strand Palace Hotel in central London

With the Savoy closed for a refit, there is still scope for a central London hotel to be King of Theatreland (albeit briefly). Our inspector pays a secret visit to the Strand Palace Hotel...

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls in at Thurnham Keep in Kent

Thurnham Keep is built from the ruins of a castle deep in Chaucerian countryside. But will the rooms and service impress the Inspector as much as the grand Jacobean facade?

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at... The Old Rectory Ferry Road, Norfolk

A view of the rear of The Old Rectory and its swimming pool

The Inspector checks in to a rather chilly room at the B&B owned by a descendant of a 10th Century king of France. And things get sticky when he fears a collision with the family dog.

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls in at the award-winning Crown Inn, Chiddingfold

The Crown Inn occupies a wonderful spot in the Surrey village of Chiddingfold

The Crown Inn in Chiddingfold is very proud of its recent success, named the 'most excellent inn in Great Britain for 2010'. But would the Surrey hostelry meet the Inspector's high standards? Our man is rather fond of the fillet steak - but is less keen on the Tudor fittings. ...read

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An Inspector Calls Valentine's Day special: Where to book a break

There's only two weeks to go until Valentine's Day. Find out where to check in to ensure a suitably loved-up evening courtesy of our very own Inspector.

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Hotel Review: An Inspector Calls: Bishopstrow House, Warminster

Ivy league: Bishopstrow House combines the best of the old and new

Bishopstrow House could be considered in the Ivy League of country house hotels, but will the mix of George III charm and modern chic impress the Hotel Inspector?

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Review: The Malmaison, Birmingham - the hotel where Beyonce rested up

Continuing our series on the world's finest hotels, Sarah Turner checks in to the Malmaison, Birmingham - the Brum bolthole that recently hosted the superstar that is Beyonce...

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls: The King's Arms Hotel Westerham, Kent

The King's Arms Hotel in Westerham calls itself 'beautifully presented' with a 'fine restaurant offering modern international cuisine'. Oh no it isn't, complains our hotel inspector...

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at the Legacy Rose & Crown

The Legacy Rose & Crown is well-placed near Salisbury Cathedral and has spectacular views. But the room is chilly and dinner a little dull. What will be the Inspector's verdict? ...read

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Hotel Review: An Inspector Calls at the Dean Street Townhouse, London

03/01/10 17:10

The new luxurious Soho hotel in London, opened by Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow last month, has certainly received a lot of hype - but does it live up to it?

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at the Ebury Hotel in Canterbury, Kent

29/12/09 14:40

There is a dearth of four-star-level establishments in Canterbury. But our Hotel Inspector manages to unearth a gem of suitable quality in the form of the Ebury Hotel...

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Stylish: The lobby of the City Inn, Leeds

A gadget paradise: The hotel Inspector calls at the City Inn, Leeds

06/12/09 19:50

Is the City Inn in Leeds the height of hip? The Hotel Inspector heads north to look at the most talked about hotel in the city, which is also a gadget lover's dream.

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The Boundary Hotel, London gets a visit from The Inspector

03/12/09 10:35

Our inspector checks in to London's Boundary Hotel, in fashionable Shoreditch. Tables are full in the Conran restaurant but what will the inspector make of the rooms?

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The Radisson Hotel, Stansted Airport is put to the test by the Inspector

22/11/09 19:05

A grumpy inspector checks into the Radisson Hotel at Stansted Airport for a few hours of shut-eye before catching a flight. But can it raise his spirits?

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The Langham in London is put to the test by the ever-discerning Inspector

22/11/09 17:06

The Langham has just had an £80million makeover. But can it join the likes of The Ritz and Claridges as one of the capital's landmark hotels? The Inspector checks in...

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The Leopold Hotel, Sheffield is put to the test by The Inspector

14/11/09 13:06

The Inspector books into the Leopold Hotel in Sheffield, billed as the city's first boutique hotel. But will our intrepid secret reviewer give the former school top marks?

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at Dryburgh Abbey, Scottish Borders

07/11/09 19:49

This week finds our hotel inspector heading into the Scottish Borders, and holing up at the Dryburgh Abbey Hotel. The result? He doesn't like the chintzy feel - but he loves the food...

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Hotel review: Our Inspector pays a visit to The Levin, London

01/11/09 18:29

Our undercover hotel inspector calls at The Levin, London. Centrally located for the designer boutiques and eateries of Knightsbridge, will this plush hotel meet expectations?

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Hotel review: An Inspector Calls at the Crown & Garter in Inkpen, Berkshire

08/10/09 16:29

This week finds our hotel inspector heading to The Crown & Garter, a B&B on the Berkshire-Wiltshire border. Is he impressed? Nope. How about the bacon? Best not to ask...