The hotel is, as many reviews say, tired and a bit shabby and in need of some TLC and a deep clean. That said, we received a friendly welcome, the staff were lovely, the beds comfy (please get some new pillows though!), having a fridge in the room was a great plus and the breakfast was amazing (except for the coffee), and fabulous value at £5. Balmoral Lodge has a homely feel, and a certain quirky jaded charm (Christmas decorations in the dining room in July!) - a good budget option, not up to everyone's expectations I daresay, but with free parking and being well located, we would definitely stay there again.