The Kings Head

What a great place. The staff were friendly and attentive, food was great especially breakfast… the room was clean and comfortable. I spoke to Trevor the receptionist and he was so extremely attentive to my wife and I. A real professional. Will be back next year for sure.

Nice pub/hotel but in need of a refurbishment as it's looking tired in places. The rooms are good but need modernising but the beds were so comfortable All the staff were fantastic and couldn't do more to help you. Had a few drinks at the bar and the beer was in good condition. Breakfast was delicious but overall a very nice stay in a great location over the square in the centre of the town.

I recently stayed at the Kings Head Hotel in Wimborne Minster and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed! From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warm and friendly hospitality that made me feel right at home.One thing that stood out to me was the fantastic selection of beers available at the hotel's bar. As a beer lover, it was great to see such a variety of local and international brews on tap. The staff were also incredibly knowledgeable about the different beers and were happy to make recommendations based on my tastes.The room I stayed in was spacious and comfortable, with a large, comfy bed that made for a great night's sleep. Although the hotel's car park is quite small, there was plenty of parking available nearby, so it wasn't an issue at all.One of the main reasons for my stay at the Kings Head Hotel was to attend a local theatre show, and I was pleased to find that it was just a short walk away. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the charming town of Wimborne Minster and the surrounding areas.Overall, I can't recommend the Kings Head Hotel enough. The friendly staff, excellent beer selection, and comfortable rooms make it a top choice for anyone looking to stay in the area. I'll definitely be back! 5 stars!

Very nice hotel and lovely stuff!Special thanks to Lauren at reception for helping me during my stay!Lorraine behind the bar was extra nice and very helpful.

Lovely pub. Meeting room would benefit from plug sockets near the meeting table. Friendly staff other than what i assume was the landlord. He was a tad abrupt. The guy who wore painting overalla however who brought thr drinks was lovely and very friendly. Also thr female member of bar staff also very good. Food was lovely but a few decent items not avaiable.

Waited over an hour for food only to be then told the food we had ordered was not available. A very cold welcome should have made us turn round and walk out. Torn seats and sticky dirty tables should have been another clue. The staff didn’t seem that concerned about the lack of any service or food. As we eventually left with no food .. one of the staff that had just come on duty did apologise and said a manager would be in touch .. nobody has been . Very disappointing as with just a bit of communication we would have been very happy even with just an average meal . I also note that others have had the same experience from their reviews below but the Kings Head respond with the same generic message to each of their comments.

Very very disappointed.Christmas decor beautiful, and welcoming but that’s where the compliments end.Bar staff terrible. They continued to talk to each other, when they could clearly see us waiting. Just as they were about to ask for our order, a local walked in, and the bar maid told us that they were serving them first because they know where they live. Very rude service.There were 11 of us celebrating a birthday. We all placed our order with lovely waitress, only to be told fifteen minutes later that there was no fish and chips. Four of us ordered fish and chips so we had to chose other items from the menu.When the food came out eventually, the chips were cold, the “award winning pies” had no filling and clearly microwaved, the Aisian pork was so dry it was hard to chew, and fish goujan ciabatta had a whole piece of fish in it, so they did have some fish for the fish and chips, they’d just rather serve it in a ciabatta!Absolutely terrible food and terrible service from bar staff. No wonder it was empty and there were no other guests. We definitely won’t be going here again. Shame, ruined the birthday.

Lovely stay at ThexKings Head in the town Square in Wimborne. Spacious room and large en suite with endless hot water.Great value meals and drinks. Very friendly staff led by the manageTrefor who I believe is new to the hotel but clearly knows what he's doing in terms of motivating a happy team.Would highly recommend.

We went to the Kings whilst our house was having work done. Staff, atmosphere, food, the feel of the place was fabulous. We felt very relaxed. I certainly enjoyed sitting on my bed listening to the very nice ambience of the square. People chatting, laughing, and the sound of distant music. It was great.The hotel does need a little tlc, but the friendliness of the staff more than make up for it. Even when we needed to extend our stay. They are excellent.Gareth and Bunny Thomas.

Stayed at Kingshead from September 12th to September 15th, 2023.Check-in on the 12th at 14:00 was a breeze, although the staff member at the front desk initially appeared a bit distant, as if preoccupied with other tasks.Our room, Room 6, left much to be desired. It showed signs of wear and tear, with wallpaper peeling in places and cobwebs lurking in various corners. The curtains were unevenly hung, and a broken curtain rail made it impossible to close them properly. Some white paint stains adorned the curtains. The bedside lamp had a short cord, making it inconvenient to use from the bed.Our first evening meal on the 12th was acceptable. The staff, however, were a delight—pleasant and exceptionally helpful.On Wednesday, the 13th, we were rudely awakened by the noise of a delivery truck unloading goods at 6:30 AM, right below our bedroom window. Breakfast was a letdown, with lukewarm cooked items and underwhelming poached eggs. The sourdough bread was inedible.Dinner with friends that evening was mediocre, with overcooked chicken dishes and dry fish cakes. The battered fish was passable but lukewarm. Again, the staff shone with their pleasant and helpful demeanor.The 14th brought another disappointing breakfast with overcooked poached eggs, cold mushrooms, and unpalatable sourdough toast. The traditional English breakfast on the menu was far from what was served.We opted not to dine at the hotel in the evening.On the 15th, breakfast was a slight improvement, thanks to a detailed order given to the waitress, which the chef executed well.In summary, the Kingshead is in dire need of a renovation. We stayed in various rooms during our visits, and all were in need of a makeover. Broken and cracked windows, ceiling water stains, and sweltering rooms during the summer months were recurrent issues. The bathroom was functional but had a cumbersome tap system, and the hot water tap sometimes jammed, making temperature adjustment tricky.Rooms were reasonably clean, but small touches like changing water glasses and a more thorough cleaning would have been appreciated.The food quality was inconsistent compared to previous visits, leaning more towards pre-packaged items rather than freshly prepared dishes. The absence of the appealing specials menu of the past was noted.However, the standout feature of the Kingshead is its exceptional staff. They were unfailingly brilliant, always ready to assist with a smile and engage in friendly conversations. The staff truly made this visit memorable.