No 3 New Inn Apartments

Lovely bright, clean, tidy accommodation. I have stayed in quite a few of Abbies' appartments now and they are always very convenient for my needs. The kitchen is pretty well equiped, mostly everything you need, and particularly thankful for a freezer compartment in the fridges. Nice layout, big windows that you can open. Convenient location. Co op just up the road, and also a great Chippy! And parking permit always a bonus! The plug in the bathroom sink was in when I used it and it had somehow gotten jammed, I couldn't budge it, but the owner came straight round to rectify it, good service! Overall, these are great little units!

I know the key safes are a great idea and make it easy for people to come and go, but I find them so difficult to operate. For anyone with arthritis or just cold hands, (or poor eye sight) they are so fiddly and hard to see and to grapple with! even when you get the numbers right, it is hard to push the button down to open. No fault of the owners at all, but I just wish they could be re-designed to make them easier! I spent far too long trying to master it! (the outdoor code entry, on the other hand, works great) The sofa and cushions are a bit hard! they look good but not particularly comfty. There was pepper but the salt pot was empty. And would have been great to have the clock on the wall, but unfortunately it needed a battery! Also, could maybe do with a cutlery tray?!

Great location, well presented, extremely clean, clear instructions to gain entry, homely.

Ceiling noise from flat above, door banging when main entry door opens (ok when you get used to it), low (but comfy) bed.

Comfortable bed, all clean, quiet property, access to tv channels, close to town centre shops, good and roomy shower, modern facilities and decor, good tap water, good heating.

Traffic noise. I thought the windows must be open because it sounded so close, clear, and unmuffled, but the windows were actually closed. Settee hard and bit uncomfortable, with a dip on one side.

The location was great. As I have previously lived in Newark before (but closer to Farndon side), I found these apartments to be situated perfectly to the centre of the town centre. I like how internet was included with the cost of the room. However, sometimes connection issues did occur, making it difficult to enjoy streaming services when winding down. The size of the apartment felt very homely with all facilities a guest would need.

The cleanliness of the apartment overall was very disappointing. Upon arrival the floors had clearly not been swept or mopped prior to my arrival, despite the fact I did not check in until 5pm (giving plenty of time to prepare for following guests). The fridge had the remains of something that had clearly leaked on all of the shelves, and did not smell particularly fresh. The oven looked to be greasy on the inside, including the oven tray, and was not used by myself during my stay due to this. Simple wiping down of work surfaces seemed to be problematic as remains of toast were found under and behind the toaster, and remains of food were left on the plate of the microwave. The couch was full of stains, and was not very comfortable. These issues may seem a little trivial and somewhat minor. However, when a room is described as newly renovated, I expected a little better.