Location
Ideally located on the Staffordshire/Cheshire border, this hotel is just 3 miles from Junction 16 of the M6 Motorway, providing the ideal base for touring the Potteries and the surrounding countryside's with an array of local attractions. The centre of Alsager and its train station are 5 minutes by car, while Stoke-on-Trent, with its football stadium and many shops, is around 20 minutes by car. Other nearby places of interest include Stapeley Water Gardens (25 minutes’ drive), Bridgemere Garden World (35 minutes), Trentham Estate and Potteries Visitor Centre (both 20 minutes). Nearby airports include Manchester International (45 km away) and Liverpool John Lennon (70 km).
Facilities
The hotel welcomes guests in a 2-storey building with a lift and 57 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services include room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath are included the bathrooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
Excellent swimming awaits guests at the indoor pool. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including golf, a gym, aerobics, a spa and a sauna. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. Breakfast guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.