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The Elms Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

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Bar (on property)
Experience the warmth of The Elms Hotel, nestled near Sundown Adventureland. Savor a full breakfast, relax on the garden terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar. With free WiFi in public areas and helpful staff, this hotel is sure to be a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Conference space
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is $77
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13

Room options

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

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London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX

What's nearby

  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Clumber Park - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Sundown Adventureland - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Hodsock Priory - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Sherwood Forest Country Park - 21 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 30 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 54 min drive
  • Hull (HUY-Humberside) - 63 min drive
  • Retford Station - 15 min walk
  • Worksop Station - 21 min drive
  • Newark Northgate Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Under The Clock - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Dominie Cross - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Sun Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Papa's Traditional Fish & Chip Takeaway - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Elms Hotel

When visiting Retford, The Elms Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Conference space (2659 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.99 for adults and GBP 10.99 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Elms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Elms Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Elms Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Elms Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Elms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 20.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at The Elms Hotel and nearby?

The Elms Hotel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Elms Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Elms Hotel like?

The Elms Hotel is located a short 15-minute walk from Bassetlaw Museum.

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The Elms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Indian restaurant

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Had a good stay
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay Would definitely recommend
Julie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The room looked like it was recently decorated but there is deeper things that need attention. We were on the first floor of the stables , everytime you walked on it there was a loud creaking noise, felt sorry for the people below. The same was on the stairs & hallway, so loud it sounded like they were in the room. The furniture in the room is definitely in need of renewing along with the bed. The place looks impressive on the internet but we wouldn’t stay here again.
Plaster falling away at doorway to stairs
Fading on wardrobe
Base of the bed
Martin, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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only thing we booked with breakfast on hotels.com on arrival we were told we did not have it booked and would have to pay extra if we wanted it
david, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top spot

Ticked all my boxs,great stay
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay, close to town centre, clean and lovely facilities. Thank you
Dawn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We just stayed one night as we were visiting family nearby. It was fine, other than the unplanned fire alarm going off in the middle of the night in our room. Still no idea why. It would have nice to have been told something by staff though as we left. Hotel was fine and good value.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I was stood waiting for 15 mins to check in whilst the owner talked to her husband at the front desk. She did call for someone to come in the end as her conversation with husband was more important. The music off a live band mad it impossible to sleep. I special booked in due to traveling and needed rest.
Natalie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nightmare

No Internet service, TV signal weak. First night woken up at 2 am by people outside talking loudly and going in and out of rooms which lasted for at least 2 hours. Hotel did apologise but did not seem to care and was not offered compensation. The pub meal I had the first night the Chicken was so dry, so generally a bad stay
Gordon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room out dated
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended

Serviceinnstilt personale og fantastisk indisk mat
Hans Christian, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rooms were outdated poor decorating.outdated
Gregory, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Meals and service were great, rooms were good but the bathroom of my room was a little tired but wouldn't stop me from staying there again
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice old building and friendly staff
Mick, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst Hotel and Dinning Experience EVER!

Booked the Elms Hotel for a business trip and it was a disaster. I’ve travelled all over the world on business and this is the worst experience and service I’ve ever had. Booked a double room and was put in the “Stables” area which is like a container and nothing like the images. The bed was like a bag of concrete and no typical accessories where available such as hairdryer etc. Went for breakfast one morning and it took 25 minutes to arrive from when ordered meaning I was late for work. Only one person working at the desk and seemed to do everything! Trying to check out was a nightmare! I was in the “stables” external to the main hotel entrance so trying to gain access for breakfast (which was already booked similar to the shambles the previous day) the door was locked with buzzer not working. I knocked on the door and windows for 10 minutes with no answer from any staff. Eventually I had to phone the hotel to let me in and hand the room key back. A very rude member of staff (who also served breakfast and checked me in) just asked me to pop the key through the letter box when I had booked breakfast! I told him to leave breakfast as I was late for work and wanted an invoice. He then swore at me telling me I had to pay for breakfast even though it was unavailable for that morning! I left furious with no invoice and no breakfast and he was following me into the car park. The most awful hotel experience and please avoid at all costs!!!
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Very pleasant and helpful staff. The room we were booked into in the Stables was very dark so we asked to change rooms. I was allowed to view the next room which looked like a palace compared to the Stable room but on closer inspection realised it was very dated and needs a major update
ROBERT, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a bit shabby but very comfortable. A hole in the bathroom plaster and wallpaper should have been rectified.I thought breakfast could have been included in the price but the bar prices were very good. An enjoyable stay.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a slight issue at check-in (my fault) but staff were helpful and professional and resolved. Comfortable room.
Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

I just want to say I attended Mark and Emma’s Wedding Saturday 6th July and it is THE BEST wedding I have ever been too. You went above and beyond for us all, the food was absolutely out of this world, the staff was amazing and couldn’t do enough for us, the room we stayed in was spot on, the decorations was out this world and you made the whole day so special ❤️ absolutely amazing ❤️ 5 stars from me without a doubt ⭐️ Thank you so much
Colette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight Stay Wednesday 5th June 2024

I found my stay at The Elms to be very pleasant and convenient. I stayed in The Stables just around the corner from the main hotel. The room was very comfortable and clean. There were plenty of teas and coffees. The shower was decent. I enjoyed a good night's sleep. I also had dinner at the Indian Restaurant within the hotel. If I am in the area again, I will have no hesitation in staying there again
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food Staff so friendly
Joe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean. Helpful and friendly staff. Big breakfast. Decor has obviously been updated but still needs work in the stable rooms. Floorboards very creaky, which must be noisy for the downstairs guests.
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing room with a lot of space Food was brill
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

no negative points service was excellent Breakfast and Indian evening meal were loverly Excellent value for money
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel staff were so friendly.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip