Behind the Scenes

Each month, we will take a look at someone, or something that makes Mandolay such a special place to work in, and visit. In a month when we completed our Air Conditioning programme, fitting units to every one of our 78 bedrooms, we did think of kicking things off by...

Spring, the Golden Season for Meetings

While conference organisers tend to favour the later months of the year, sensible businesses know that spring is the time to get started with meetings. But why is spring so good for meetings? The air is clear, and there’s signs of growth everywhere, the dark days of...

A Quick Word About AA Star Ratings

…and a bit of trumpet blowing for Mandolay! AA Star ratings are unquestionably the most highly coveted, and instantly recognisable indications of excellence in the hospitality industry. For more than 100 years, the Automobile Association has been rating, and...

What’s on In Guildford this March!

Welcome to our regular round-up of events and performances in and around Guildford. March has something for everyone, from sports and activities, live performances, art shows, plays and even a Farmer’s Market. Let’s start with our great friends, and close neighbours...

Any chance of an Upgrade?

Well, it may come as a surprise to some people, but more often than you might imagine, the answer is yes. Here at Mandolay, we have a policy of arranging complimentary room upgrades whenever we have the space. Of course, as a very busy hotel it isn’t always possible,...

What’s on In Guildford this February?

Here is our quick run-down of the best that Guildford has to offer visitors this February, we have everything from sports to Shakespeare, some fabulous art shows, and a visit from Poirot himself, David Suchet. Please click on the links for more information, or check...