Avoid at all costs
I have never felt so uncomfortable and unwelcome at a spa and retreat, and unfortunately the biggest issue was the behaviour of the manager Charlotte.
From the moment we arrived for check-in, her manner was incredibly unprofessional. Her tone was rude, dismissive and extremely patronising. The eye-rolling and facial expressions were particularly inappropriate and made us feel as though we were an inconvenience rather than paying guests.
What should have been the beginning of a relaxing break was instead an extremely uncomfortable first impression. A manager should be setting the standard for professionalism, courtesy and customer service, yet unfortunately this was completely lacking.
It became even more disappointing later in our stay when I went to the desk to ask a question and overheard the same manager speaking to members of her own team in an extremely rude and disrespectful manner. It was uncomfortable to listen to and, quite frankly, shocking to witness from someone in a managerial position.
The irony of this happening at a spa and retreat, where people are paying to escape stress, relax and be looked after, is quite remarkable. Instead, the attitude and behaviour of the manager created an atmosphere that was anything but relaxing.
I was looking to book a 5 night stay but after this experience that will no longer be happening what should have been a relaxing and enjoyable stay was overshadowed by an unnecessarily hostile and patronising attitude from management. Avoid at all costs!








