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Court Colman Manor
Situated just outside of Bridgend, South Wales and nestled at the foot of the Garw Valley, we’re a peaceful country house retreat perfect for all occasions.
Situated just outside of Bridgend, South Wales and nestled at the foot of the Garw Valley, we’re a peaceful country house retreat perfect for all occasions.
Court Colman Manor Hotel has so much to offer; with our convenient location and unique setting, it's the ideal place for your business meeting or wedding. With the benefit of a civil ceremony licence along with all the facilities to make any important celebration a memorable one, there's truly no greater venue.
We understand just how important your wedding day is – that's why we strive to meet every need and requirement you have.
Whether you're planning a wedding and reception that's intimate or grand, our experience and passion for quality will ensure that your big day goes without a hitch.
Our on-site restaurant, Bokhara Indian Brasserie, promises an exceptional dining experience. We can accommodate large functions and offer a variety of dining options for our hotel guests as well as outside visitors.
Having been awarded Best Curry Restaurant in Wales and placed in the Top 10 Indian restaurants in Britain by the Independent, our accolades speak for themselves.
Reviewed Trip Advisor,I had a lovely time here with my family. My suite was spotless as was the family room. Breakfast was stunning... Lovely views over the garden in the breakfast room.Thanks for having us. Hope to return again.
Reviewed Trip Advisor,2 night stay with our dog, wasn’t sure how taking our little dog to a hotel would work out, but need not have worried as it was fantastic. The hotel is set in lovely grounds with plenty of room for dog to run around, the hotel is dog friendly inside and outside and the staff were very friendly and accommodating...My husband had the Indian meal sat out in the beautiful gardens and said it was one of the best he had ever had
Reviewed Trip Advisor,We got married here back in 2012. We booked to celebrate our 8 year Wedding Anniversary. As luck would have it we stayed in the same room as our wedding night. Room 209. So that's extra special to us. We had our evening meal in Bokhara Indian restaurant. The food was out of this world. Especially the Peshware Naan! Delicious. Looking forward to our next stay already.
Reviewed Trip Advisor,I recently stayed here as a weekend break with my husband and 3 year old son. The hotel was very accommodating, the staff were lovely and could not do enough to help. The rooms were clean and quirky. Would highly recommend the Indian restaurant on site. Have booked again for next year. Thank you all for a lovely stay.
Google Review ,Staff were amazing and always happy and helpful. We stayed in the French suite which was absolutely fantastic. The room was clean and tidy with a superb bathroom. The evening meal in the restaurant was outstanding, great food and great service. Breakfast the next day was equally delicious with happy, attentive staff. Another great stay in this first class manor.
Google Review ,Such a lovely hotel in an ideal setting. The grounds and gardens are fabulous and the outside seating area is so tranquil. The bar and lounge areas are ideal for relaxing and chilling out. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. It's the perfect venue for a wedding, birthday or any other celebration or party.
Google Review ,We had a wonderful weekend stay while we visited family, the hotel us just the right mix of splendour and warmth thanks to the wonderful team of people, which made us feel at home. We'll be back here again its now one of our favourite places to stay... The restaurant is excellent, both the food and the service are fantastic and well worth a visit.
Noel ,My wife and I have been coming here for ten years. We’ve just returned from our latest short break and it was as wonderful as always. When we come up the drive it really does feel like we are coming home. The rooms are huge and very comfortable, the staff are super helpful and friendly and the restaurant is superb; I look forward to a meal here all year. Having Ollie the cat as the duty manager is also an added bonus! Thanks guys for a great couple of days, see you next year!
Marie,An absolutely gorgeous night at a stunning hotel manor, we stayed in the honeymoon suite and it lived up to all the expectations. The service from start to finish was warm friendly and always helpful. We had food at the Bokhara and the food was so delicious and the staff so friendly and went above and beyond . I can't recommend court colman manor enough. We went to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary and it was just perfect . 10/10
Emma ,Stayed last night lovely Manor House room was lovely Bluetooth mirror is a nice touch had a lovely view of the front gardens. The Indian restaurant is amazing best curry we have had and also the English breakfast in the morning also lovely, staff are all very friendly will definitely be back and recommending to friends and family.
Darren,What an absolutely great place to stay, staff go above and beyond, setting is fantastic
Paul,Staff were amazing and always happy and helpful. We stayed in the French suite which was absolutely fantastic. The room was clean and tidy with a superb bathroom. The evening meal in the restaurant was outstanding, great food and great service. Breakfast the next day was equally delicious with happy, attentive staff. Another great stay in this first class manor.
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