Phoenix Guest House

worth about half what is charged. That is all that needs said

The room has a sofa t.v. fridge and microwave aswell as it's own private bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Free breakfast provided aswell. Overall good value for money. Close to supermarket and shops

The property was ideal for my work stay over in Barrow. The room had it's own facilities toilet bathroom.TV Couch Microwave etc. The bed was comfy and a complimentary breakfast included

The property is ideal for people requiring affordable basic rooms for the night. Ideal for workers or people passing through.Friendly host and manager.Free breakfast included. Help yourself.

Very god value for money

On thepositive side this property is cheap and fairly central. On the negative side my ensuite bathroom was in dire need of redecorating as paint was flaking off the woodwork and there were cracks un thewalls and ceiling..The free toiletries appeared to be what previous guests had left behind going back who knows how long. Unlike the photo in the gallery there was no hand towel in the bathroom, just one bathtowel on the bed. There was no kettle in the room and not a cup or glass in either the room or bathroom. The room itself appeared clean enough but there was a hole in the wall beside the door frame in which you could see the brickwork Downstairs the only communal area I found was the kitchen and adjoining bathroom. Although the kitchen was well enough stocked with plates, crockery etc.it seemed neglected and in need of a good clean.( this includes the inside of the fridge) The top of the table also felt tacky and the same grubby looking dish towel was sat there on all three mornings I ate breakfast there. Again, the 'delicious ' breakfast shown in the gallery wasn't my experience.: there was cereal, milk, bread, jam and a half bar of spread. There were also some oranges in the fridge. Beside the kitchen sink, on top of a washing machine and tumble dryer was a never decreasing pile of laundryThe view through the kitchen window was of piles of rubbish which in the event of a fire might well have blocked the fire exit. As for welcoming staff, I never met any.

Just a cheap little stopover place

The Phoenix is well located for all the main features of Barrow. It is basic but, as the price reflects that, decent value for money. Only downside was having to go through a Sitting Room/Kitchen to get to the loo or shower. Guys who run it are ok, friendly, so all good there.