Matfen Hall

Me and Phil decided after working so much over the Christmas period we needed to have a little get away. We went to Slaley Hall for my birthday in May and loved it so we thought we would try another Hall in the area. We decided upon Matfen Hall!

Even though the day was cold and raining the Hall itself looked amazing. It was so grand and beautiful. I had booked online via the Matfen Hall website I found the website really easy to browse and quickly booked us into a classic double room complete with dinner and breakfast.                                                

                         

On arrival we were given room keys and told where all the facilities were including the spa, dining room and conservatory bar. We headed up to our room and started to unpack. I completely forgot to take a picture of our room but it was very similar to the one pictured opposite. The decor was very simple but was lovely and cosy, which was a nice contrast to the weather outside. The bed was huge it could easily fit 4 people in and it was super comfy. The bathroom was basic but very clean which is all you can expect from a standard bathroom. The only thing I would say could be added to the room was a facility to make tea and coffee, but apart from this the room was amazing.

After we had settled in we both thought it would be nice to take advantage of the spa facilities, so we got into our swimwear and put on the robes provided before heading down to the spa. 

The first thing Phil and I wanted to go in was the jacuzzi, it was awesome we felt so chilled after. Then we swam a few lengths in the pool before heading to the sauna. I had never been in a sauna before and Im not sure how I feel about it, Phil loved it though.

Outside the sauna was an ice shower where you could choose to have a freezing shower! It was supposed to cool your muscles down and relax them.

I couldn't bare to stand under it for the whole shower time but I did give it ago.

We had now worked up an appetite after swimming about so it was time to head back up to the room and shower ready for dinner.

I choose to wear jeans, a loose black shirt and my chelsea style boots, this was because I didn't feel like dressing up but also didn't want to be too casual. I really liked my outfit.

I then straightened my hair (its getting so long now deffo need a trim soon! Kind of want my ombre back too.) and put on my make up. I kept is quite simple on my eyes just using a gold shadow, liner and mascara. I also used a 'your lips but better' coloured lipstick by maybeline and I was all ready for heading down to dinner. 

Because we had booked a room complete with dinner we had a £36 allowance to spend per person for our meal. Drinks were separate but we pretty much just had water as it was provided on the table. (what cheap skates we are haha) The menu had loads of options to choose from including fish dishes, poultry and vegetarian options. But the thing that caught our eyes was the fillet steak. It was £30 each and came with the usual trimmings. I was unsure if I wanted to order it as it was a lot of money for a steak but I can assure you you get what you pay for it was amazing melted in the mouth.

I had also spotted a side order of parsnips in honey and mustard. For those that know me you know how much I love roast parsnips, so of course I ordered those for on the side. They were delicious.

After eating all this food I was stuffed but after a rest I decided why not get a pudding I've paid for it.

I choose the apple tarte tatin, I had never had it before but always thought it looked lovely when watching cooking programmes. Just like with the steak it didn't disappoint it was fruity and sweet and just pure food porn. 

I enjoyed all of my food and would recommend both of my choices to other visitors to Matfen Hall. Phil and I were both so full we felt sick, we waddled back to our room and chilled out watching the tv before falling asleep in our lovely comfy bed for the night.

In the morning we woke up quite early as we had to vacate our room at 11am. We got dressed and headed down for breakfast. There was a continental spread we could help our selves too which included the cutest little pastries I've ever seen. There was also an option to have a cooked breakfast and an endless supply of toast. I had a small plate of bacon, sausage and an egg before sampling the tiny pastries.

Once breakfast was over it was time to pack ready to leave our trip was almost over. It had been short but sweet and just what we needed. All that was left to do was to settle the bill. I would stay at Matfen Hall again as all of the staff were polite and helpful and the standard of the rooms and food were really good for the amount we paid. Thank you Matfen Hall.

Have you ever stayed at this hotel? Would you like more hotel reviews?

Tarra

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    Great footwear choice Jess!                                                                            Yummy Parsnips!!