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The Elms Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

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Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is $67
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18

Explore the area

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London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX
  • Popular LocationIdle Valley Nature Reserve3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSundown Adventureland12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHodsock Priory13 min drive
  • AirportHull (HUY-Humberside)63 min drive

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4/10 Poor

Old property in need of TLC, great manager doing his best, good service supper OK breakfast very good.
Mar 29, 2019
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View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8/10 Very Good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 150 sq ft
  • 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
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Retford

The Elms Hotel is located in Retford. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Idle Valley Nature Reserve and Clumber Park, while Sundown Adventureland and Walesby Forest are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Pure Land Meditation Centre and Japanese Garden.
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What's nearby

  • The Well Retford Baptist Church - 2 min drive
  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Sundown Adventureland - 12 min drive
  • Hodsock Priory - 13 min drive
  • Sherwood Forest Country Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Retford Station - 15 min walk
  • Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brew Shed - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Idle Valley Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spencer's on the Square - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Chef - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Dominie Cross - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Elms Hotel

Hotel near Idle Valley Nature Reserve
Located close to Sundown Adventureland, The Elms Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Elms Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 7.99 for adults and GBP 5.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,659 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20.00 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 7.99 for adults and GBP 5.99 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20.00 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Elms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elms Hotel?

As of Jun 14, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elms Hotel on Jun 17, 2024 start from $67.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Elms Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 2:00 AM for a fee of GBP 20.00.

What time is check-out at The Elms Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Elms Hotel located?

Situated in Retford, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Idle Valley Nature Reserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Clumber Park and Sundown Adventureland. Walesby Forest and Hodsock Priory are also within 9 mi (15 km). Retford Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 152 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no negative points service was excellent Breakfast and Indian evening meal were loverly Excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Room was a good size, and bed comfortable. Bathroom new and very clean, though couple of issues with the toilet which I have informed hotel about. Only one pillow each and one set of towels on arrival. It states in welcome pack to ask if more required, which we did shortly after checking in, didn’t arrive and had to ask again later in evening. Breakfast was plentiful and well priced though meat could have been hotter and toast was cold. Breakfast and bar area was very clean. Wasn’t fond of the hanging extension lead from tv, which kettle was also plugged in to. Very odd configuration. So to summarise… some things need bit more thought/attention but overall ok for a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always enjoy stopping and eating at this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, close to town centre, clean and lovely facilities. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful very helpful and friendly place was clean and lovely atmosphere owners very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Glynn

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salam, Rugby

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
As many other reviews have expressed, the hotel is in desperate need of refurbishment, but the staff are excellent in there approach in all aspects.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a couple of nights stay while working this hotel had everything that was needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Darran

Business traveler
No breakfast served
Hotel was alright. Strange that they do not service breakfast though
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

nigel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Angus

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:30 AM
Star Rating
3.5