Cannizaro House, London

Westside, Wimbledon Common, London, SW19 4UE
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Enjoying the perfect tranquillity and classic elegance of a past era, this splendid 18th century property, with a modern twist, is immersed within 34 acres of w... more

 

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  • 6/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  April 10, 2008

    "The hotel is in a lovely location looking out over Wimbledon Common and Canizaro Park. It is within easy walking distance of the restaurants in Wimbledon village. The accommodation did not quite match expectations on this visit as the view from the room was very restricted, the bathroom was not as clean as it could have been and the upper floors are in need of some renovation, especially externally." (97899157)

    The location on the Common and overlooking Canizaro Park

    I did not dislike but the view was very restricted, the bathroom was not as clean as it could have been and the upper floors in need of some renovation, especially externally.

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  • 7/10 Judith ( Mature couple) 

    from Truro , GB  on  December 31, 2007

    "I would highly recommend this hotel for its beautiful setting, the courtesy of the staff and the quality of the restaurant food. The ambience of the stately home style surroundings mixed with the modern interior designed bar and newly renovated bedrooms flawlessly. However, I would suggest asking for one of these rooms as the unrenovated one we were kindly given to shower in when our shower was broken proved to be extremely tired and much smaller. Instead of fluffy towels there were thin ones and the bed linen was of an inferior quality. In contrast the renovated rooms are imaginatively styled and give both an opulent and contemporary feeling. Overall, once the newly renovated rooms have sorted out their largely plumbing problems and all rooms have been updated this is a fabulous hotel which works well for families or romantic stays." (97389473)

    The hotel itself is a very impressive historical building which has been maintained and designed with great style. The room was freshly decorated in a modern style which managed not to clash with the classical style of the lobby, restaurant and other areas. The bathroom was large with modern shower and lovely thick towels and dressing gowns. The staff are attentive and personable.

    Unfortunately the shower had a fault which meant there was no cold water. Also the air conditioner leaked which resulted in water damage and meant it had to be turned off. There was also a constant clunking noise throughout the night which seemed to come from the next room's radiator. The taps in the bathroom were also far too noisy! If I am picky I would have to add that the beautiful furniture was let down by petty annoyances such as no mirror on the dressing table and a hairdryer lead so short that it wouldn't reach in order to use the large standing mirror.

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  • 5/10 Simona ( Young couple) 

    from London , GB  on  November 16, 2007

    "I would have liked to know that an executive double bedroom was in fact a small bedroom, of a fair size... yet we enjoyed our stay because it was our honeymoon." (97463655)

    it was a nice, cosy, romantic environment

    there was no toothbrushes and toothpaste. the breakfast spoiled our morning after. it took more than 30' to fry an egg and a sausage...

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  • 10/10 J ( Mature couple) 

    from Saundersfoot , GB  on  November 14, 2007

    "The Hotel is one of the best we have stayed in anywhere in the world, we had Dinner and Breakfast the food was first class. The staff were all efficient and friendly, as soon as we went into the Bar/lounge we felt relaxed and were impressed by the Bar staff, overall it was a pleasure to stay." (97972822)

    Clean, good sized bedrooms, all soft furnishings in excellent condition. bathroom was clean and in first class condition.

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  • 4/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  October 25, 2007

    "The toilet seat in our en-suite bathroom was broken (split) and injured (pinched) my wife on the bottom leaving her in some discomfort and large bruising. The seat was not replaced during our stay although reported to the reception. It was difficult to shower the following day as there was only very luke warm water. We were later told that in the morning a lot of people bath so the hot water is all used up" (97235110)

    Decoration and quietness

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  • 4/10 Charles ( Mature couple) 

    from Richmond , GB  on  June 16, 2008

    We were initially ignored by reception despite there being four people in a very small office and us standing directly outside. WE found the room underwhelming and somewhat tatty (paintwork, broken mirror) all this represented poor value for money

  • 8/10 Stanley ( Mature couple) 

    from Wrexham , GB  on  March 12, 2008

    "apart from the decor and furnishings we enjoyed our stay, the restaurant was excellent." (97540156)

    Location was good with excellant car parking.

    the room was 'tired' and needed attention to carpets and decoration. There was a settee in the lounge that would have been more suited to a taxi office.

  • 5/10 Peter ( Mature couple) 

    from North ferriby , GB  on  February 29, 2008

    Quaint atmosphere

    Small and 'tired' bedroom

  • 8/10 Trevor ( Mature couple) 

    from Newhaven , GB  on  February 18, 2008

    The decor was very nice, plenty of space and facilities

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  February 13, 2008

    "Superb setting which is not matched by the atitude of the staff. We failed to get morning coffee promptly on the terrace and waited 15 mins after ordering and had to go in search of staff. A large party totally occupied the entrance hall / lounge early in th evening and when we returned from an evening out making us feel like intruders instead of welcome guests. Notice on lift announcing LIFT OUT OF ORDER is not a good first impression on arrival especially when a passing staff member said it was working and it was! Surprised that no bath robes are included in the room, I really value them after a busy day." (97259090)

    Quiet well furnished room.

    Over heated, we had to run the AC all night. Bedside light with dud bulb though it was promptly replaced. Room lights too dingy to read in the armchairs.

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Same sex couple) 

    on  January 2, 2008

    "This hotel was chosen as a Christmas treat whilst we visited family. It did not disappoint. The rooms and central areas were elegant and a treat to spend time in. All of the staff were attentive and friendly. We particularly enjoyed the chap in charge of breakfast who combined efficiency with a good sense of humour. This was the first time that we had used this hotel booking service. It was easy, efficient and effective." (97560767)

    The quality of the sleeping area of the room was excellent. The public areas of the hotel were elegant and a treat to spend time in.

    The bathroom was a little tatty round the edges. It would benefit from a face lift.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  November 8, 2007

    "This hotel is a wonderful escape right on the outskirts of London. The hotel is elegant and relaxed, the staff are friendly and the service is impeccable." (97316597)

    The rooms are very welcoming and beautifully furnished. They are a real home from home.

    Nothing

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  November 7, 2007

    "A truly stunning hotel in a beautiful area. Artistic and grand but welcoming and comfortable. Minutes away from shops, resteraunts, bars etc. Fantastic stay. We will certainly stay there again." (97521894)

    Fantastic setting, immaculate presentation, beautiful room, friendly staff. We will deffinatly be coming back, but staying a little longer next time.

    Nothing to dislike whatsoever. A very small thing, a nicely stocked mini bar on arrival would have been perfect, however I am sure room service would have been able to help if we had asked.

  • 8/10 Marie ( Mature couple) 

    from London , GB  on  November 1, 2007

    "We enjoyed our stay very much." (97160597)

    Professional friendly staff , relaxing envoirnment. Very comfortable pillows.

    There was nothing that we specifically disliked, I would suggest that every room has a fridge, hence fresh milk could be provided for tea and coffee. There was a variety of teas which was good , however Nescafe is a no no.

  • 10/10 Colin ( Group of adult friends) 

    from London , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 7, 2006

    "bit short of time so sorry but in my party there were 10 of us who are lucky enough to stay and trvel in some of the nicest hotels in the world - all were very very impressed Thank you" (3304648377)

    clean, did what it said on the tin. young staff polite, professional helpful

    nothing

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  • 7/10 Damian ( Young couple) 

    from Emsworth , GB  on  October 31, 2007

    "i purchased the room as a 1st wedding anniversary gift for friends of mine. having arranged a payment method with the duty manager prior to the stay,the couple were informed by the receptionist that the pre arranged payment method was not acceptable.this situation obviously vcaused some embarrasment for the recipients of the 'gift', as they had to pay for their stay. ( i've subsequently reimburssed them). it should be noted, that apart from this cliche,their stay surpassed their expectations" (97489334)

    clean

  • 7/10 Damian ( Other) 

    from Emsworth , GB  on  October 24, 2007

    "a good hotel that accomodated pets (dogs).a nice touch was the dog bowl in the room. staff are friendly & the location is ideal" (97042895)

    excelent for it's proxumity to wimbledon commom

    room needed to be redecorated

  • 7/10 Rosalind ( Mature couple) 

    from York , GB  on  October 24, 2007

    "We liked the hotel location- central but almost rural feel.Staff were helpful and friendly. The lounge area had friendly relaxed atmosphere. Dinner was pleasant but expensive for quite small portions and lights were so low we could not see what was on our plates. Drinks from the bar were extremely expensive.Breakfast did not supply lowfat spreads as alternative to butter for those of us needing low cholesterol options. Overall we enjoyed stay and would visit again." (97306791)

    Pleasant well designed room.

    Radiator did not work for first night but staff quickly offered an upgrade room which we declined and the radiator was fixed promptly next morning.The duvet was not large enough for us to have a cosy nights sleep.Extra cover was supplied for second night on request.

  • 7/10 Elizabeth ( Young couple) 

    from London , GB  on  October 17, 2007

    Lovely food, late breakfast,location, clean and comfortable

    small room. Big bush obscuring anyview of park from window. Difficult to get breakfast in bed - no info

  • 4/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  June 16, 2007

    Old bathroom, very poor tv reception, musty smell

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  February 13, 2007

    Very nice hotel. Friendly helpful staff. Breakast excellent.

    Bathroom was clean but furniture was a little dated. Minor point, however, the toilet paper seemed very inferior quality considering the toiletries were the Elemis brand.

  • 7/10 Hugh ( Mature couple) 

    from Exeter , United Kingdom;GB  on  December 30, 2006

    "No reply to email prior to stay. Telephoned question about menu for Christmas Eve incorrectly answered. It was a set meal. We were told it would be a la carte. Nowhere to sit and have coffee when returning to the hotel on Christmas night - as buffet going on in lounge, so obliged to perch on bar stools - told there was nowhere else to go. Not enough choice of fresh fruit or variety of yogurts at breakfast. This part of the breakfast was laid out in the lounge so the spent smoke of the smokers present all puffing away drifted over the food laid out in the lounge area. Discussed this briefly with the Manager, who took the point." (99802426)

    A good bedroom and bathroom. Quiet surroundings.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  September 14, 2006

    Room comfort

  • 6/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  September 5, 2006

    "Good hotel, service really poor" (3305278026)

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  September 2, 2006

    "Breakfast serving very poor. waited for 45 minutes to get a British Breakfast on the 28th August and when it arrived it was poorly made. Totally unacceptable! A hotel kitchen resources must match the number of guests - it's hardly an excuse that the hotel is fully booked." (3304911735)

    Nicely modernised

    Very crowded in the relaxation area. You may introduce are more quiet room in addition to the current reception room.

  • 9/10 Deborah ( Young couple) 

    from Berkhamsted , United Kingdom;GB  on  July 3, 2006

    "Excellent location for the AELTC. A warm friendly welcome on our arrival staff were friendly and helpful." (3304836255)

    THe grounds surrounding the hotel were excellent and the location for our visit to the tennis was superb. The shuttle bus to the tennis was an added bonus.

  • 5/10 Leo ( Young couple) 

    from Edinburgh , United Kingdom;GB  on  July 1, 2006

    "Slightly B&B style room within a beautiful country house with spectacular gardens. In number of ways, almost gets there but just misses the mark: eg order tea and scones, waiter does not know what type of tea there is; receive tea and scones, but no milk so have to ask for milk, then see no knife so have to ask for knife, then see no serviette so have to ask for serviette, etc - exit exhausted! Also unasked for early morning alarm in the form of 7am empties being thrown into bottle bank upset tranquillity of slumbers somewhat. That said, staff do make an effort; hotel is full of good intentions but needs strong hand to pull it together and make it work." (3304782381)

    comfortable bed, clean, pleasant decor

    small room, small bathroom, small window, view over car park, cigarette ends in gutter, television reception very poor, freezing cold on arrival (via air con) and boiling hot through the night (central heating)

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  April 24, 2006

    "I know the hotel since 2000 and have used it for guests when I was living in Wimbledon and myself since moved in 2003. Hotel has improved since my previous visit (2005). It seems to me,though, that time has come to change the windows and make TV viewing more comfortable... I will come back when in the area..." (3304514646)

  • 10/10 Denis ( Same sex couple) 

    from Cooroy , Australia;AU  on  April 22, 2006

    "The Hotel is superb. Highly recommended. The service and help given by all of the staff was always first class. The venue is ideal. Very good value for the tariff. Would certainly stay again." (3304357965)

    Our room was spacious and very practical. It was spotlessly clean and the housekeeping was excellent.

    Nil

  • 10/10 Charles ( Mature couple) 

    from Leeds , United Kingdom;GB  on  April 12, 2006

    "An unexpected 'oasis of calm' in a Country House in Greater London. Attentive staff who were not obtrusive, were clearly determined to ensure the stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. To cap it all we were served with one of the best full English Breakfasts ever tasted. An excellent hotel!" (3304455767)

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  February 28, 2006

    "The staff is strikingly attentive and friendly! The hotel's inclusive wireless internet connection is easy and value adding." (3304209648)

    We knew the hotel from more than 10 years back; it's style, unique location, and it has maintained its strenghts and developed.

    Music in the lobby a bit intrusive, also because limited other public areas indoors. A library style space for dialogues or reading would be welcome.

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  February 18, 2006

    "The Hotel stay was pleasant. On the whole the staff team were very friendly and accommodated our requests without hessitation." (3304255275)

    Clean, homely and inviting.

    Assistance with directions.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  December 29, 2005

    "Everytning was first class, though we would have preferred twin beds, which I think I had booked." (2936214)

    Large comfortable quiet room overlooking the garden

    None

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  December 11, 2005

    clean and fresh accommadation the staff were very helpfull and friendly

    none

  • 5/10 Paul ( Mature couple) 

    from Wimbledon , United Kingdom;GB  on  December 3, 2005

    very nice place.

    Heating not working so had to use air conditioning to heat. what was on the normal room service food list was not available. the replacement food was of a poor standard. But the breakfast was very good

  • 9/10 G ( Mature couple) 

    from Brighton , United Kingdom;GB  on  November 19, 2005

    "Excellent quiet calm location with beautiful gardens" (2960043)

  • 5/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  November 11, 2005

    "OK but would not return." (2890413)

    the hotel has changed, it used to be traditional with bow ties and silver service all of this has gone and it is sad.

    Reception is on a second hand table with a computer on it, hardly the luxerious reception we had received in previous years.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  September 30, 2005

    "Excellent hotel based in area close to parks and walks. Quiet with excellent staff." (2735729)

  • 10/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  September 21, 2005

    "Good size room , well appointed, excellent views in all directions, easy access to the town centre, friendly and helpful staff- nothing was to much trouble and interested in you and your reason for visiting hotel and area." (2384398)

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  September 17, 2005

    "The restaurant staff were a little too keen and rather loud but nevertheless attentive. They do not need to ask quite so many times if the guests are enjoying their stay. The food was OK but the meat a little tough and the potatoes overdone. The puddings were lovely as was the wine." (2750410)

    Grand house, beautiful gardens, comfortable room. Good shower.

    Waitress service and food.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Other) 

    on  August 30, 2005

    "this is my second visit and it was far superior to the last" (2638871)

    comfortable bed - pleasing decor - well equipped bathroom

    none

  • 7/10 Neill ( Mature couple) 

    from Somerton , United Kingdom;GB  on  August 23, 2005

    "The hotel is in lovely surroundings and the staff attentative. I was rather taken aback to find on arrival that a major refurbishment of the reception and bar area was inderway with a lot of associated noise. This could be heard particularly during breakfast, during check-in and out and when talking to reception on the telephone. With the work complete I can imagine that the stay would have been much improved." (2616358)

    Pleasant surroundings and attentative staff.

    The bathroom was in need of update. Water stains on the sealant around the bath and particularly on the join between the floor tiles and the bath/walls.

  • 9/10 Mike ( Young couple) 

    from Tamworth , United Kingdom;GB  on  August 17, 2005

    "Overall we loved the hotel, the location & our room The staff were helpful & had time to respond to any queries, particuarly those in the restaurant during the evening who were first class we will certainly stay again when we plan to visit town" (2619225)

    our room, 319 was lovely, the hotel itself was elegant & the location relaxing & tranquil

    The organisation & delivery of the breakfast staff who failed to look after individual tables, brought toast followed by butter some 5 mins later, we had to ask for coffee....so I would say their performance was very poor....also the breakfast food which was left out without some sort of low heating was cold.....this area of the hotel needs dramatic improvement

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  August 16, 2005

    "It's like a piece of English countryside in Wimbledon - we didn't leave the place for 3 days and were so relaxed by the time we left it was wonderful. In fact, it was a bit of a shock to see the hustle and bustle of everyday life when we did drive off. The food is great quality, although the menu a little limited after 3 nights. One area of contradiction though - the staff (who are young and friendly and fun) don't quite marry up with the ambience of an older style slightly stuffy dinner time (music, decor, etc.).. i understand the plan is to change this..." (2345272)

    individuality of the place and the non-clinical smell in the rooms

    restaurant menu was repetitive and heavy for each of hte 3 nights we stayed

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  July 11, 2005

    "Lovely hotel very helpful staff had a really lovely time together." (2468056)

    Nice and clean with character

    None

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  June 27, 2005

    "We were pleased to be within walking distance of Wimbledon Tennis Club yet in a very peaceful setting. The hotel had a very country house hotel feel about it. The general decor of the room and bathroom needed updating. There was a false fire alarm in the early hours of the morning. There was a lot of confusion amongst guests and it would have been good to have had a call to our room to tell us not to worry. A vegetarian main course on the dinner menu should be included." (2172596)

    Quiet and relaxing setting. Close proximity to Wimbledon Tennis.

    Vegetarian dinner menu.

  • 10/10 Katie ( Young couple) 

    from Lyme regis , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 23, 2005

    "Ample parking, beautiful setting, peaceful, wonderful gardens to explore, within 5 min walk of Wimbledon Village and 20mins walking distance from Wimbledon Tennis. Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room with airconditioning, tea and coffee in room and comfy bed. I cant wait to go back!!!!" (2361773)

    beautiful peaceful setting, friendly staff and good food (although a little pricey!)Airconditioned room.

    dont think so

  • 10/10 Johanna ( Young couple) 

    from Swansea , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 23, 2005

    "The hotel is a beautiful, grand house set in pituresque grounds overlooking Wimbledon Common and just a short walk from the All England Tennis Club. With a warm welcome and a number of very helpful and pleasant staff I must say I enjoyed every minute of my short stay here. I would thoroughly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting London, especially Wimbledon. There was a wonderful atmosphere there the morning of the start of the tennis tournament and even free travel there if you did not choose to walk." (2406171)

    I liked the hotel and grounds very much. The decor was inkeeping with the style of the house and it is situated in a very pleasant area.

    I had the oppurtunity to try the full english breakfast, as a caterer myself I understand the pressure of getting everything right but was disappointed to recieve only one rasher of bacon. Everything else was perfect but unfortunately that is something that has stuck in my mind. Also, we asked a gentleman on reception, to book us a taxi for a trip into town that evening. He arrived promptly and was very pleasant. He did not have a taxi meter and stated the journey would cost £37.00 not having anything to go by I paid for the journey and gave a tip. When getting a taxi for the return visit (a black cab) which had a meter I was disgusted to find the price of the journey was over ten pounds cheaper. Not that this is any fault of the hotelier butI strenuously advise they choose trustworthy reputable taxi firms and preferably even black cabs so that customers at least know the journey fare is correct.

  • 10/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  May 31, 2005

    "I would recommend this hotel. It is in a very good location with a lovely park. The rooms are well decorated and furnished tastefully. A very comfortable hotel." (2344653)

    The room was very well furnished fresh and welcoming.

  • 8/10 Phillip ( Mature couple) 

    from Brackley , United Kingdom;GB  on  February 16, 2005

    "This is a quiet hotel set in a good location on Wimbledon Common with space all around it but with good transport connections. The bedroom was large and had an impressive 4 poster bed - the lighting was very subdued to the point it was hard to read and the temperature even with the heating off and the windows open was very high. Not a cheap hotel but one which knows its business and performs smoothly." (1870258)

    Spacious - clean - efficient

    Room was excessively hot and difficult to cool down - even in winter

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