The Hotel Inspector: Woodlands Hotel

Woodlands Lodge Hotel is a beautiful 16th century building set in the countryside of the New Forest, owned by David and Jenny Norbury and managed by John Harper. Despite its peaceful location, the hotel isn't doing well and has recently lost its AA Rosette for dining. In addition, the founder of the immensely successful chain, Hotel du Vin, has just bought the hotel next door, a testing time for Woodlands. Ruth arrives at Woodlands Hotel and is immediately put off by its florid, 80's French country house style, complete with floral curtains and wallpaper, even on the ceilings. With some rooms costing more than £200 a night, she's expecting higher levels of style and luxury, but her stay reveals that the bathrooms are as outdated as the décor.