The Elms Hotel, Retford

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

London Road, Retford, United Kingdom, DN22 7DX
Very good
7.0
7.8
/10
3.0
3.8
/5

The Elms Hotel features warm hospitality in a Grade II listed Georgian building set in expansive grounds. This 3-star Retford hotel offers a fully licensed restaurant, bar, and a large function suite for various events.

Rooms & Amenities

Accommodations at The Elms Hotel include rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen digital televisions, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Each room is designed with modern amenities while retaining historic charm. The hotel grounds span 1 hectares, providing ample space for guests to enjoy.

Dining & Nearby Options

The fully licensed restaurant at The Elms Hotel serves meals drawn from an extensive menu throughout the day. Guests can also unwind at the hotel bar. Nearby dining options include several pubs and cafes within a short distance.

Leisure & Local Attractions

For leisure, The Elms Hotel features an extensive function suite overlooking landscaped gardens, ideal for events up to 200 guests. The surrounding area offers attractions like the 12th-century cathedral in Lincoln, which is just over 30 minutes by car. Guests can explore Retford's scenic market square, home to shops and cafes.

Transportation & Accessibility

The Elms Hotel provides convenient transport links, with Retford station located 14 minutes on foot, offering direct connections to cities like London and York. Local bus access is available just a short walk away. The hotel is an excellent base for exploring Nottinghamshire's countryside, including Sherwood Forest.

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The Elms Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

The Elms Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Elms Hotel Location

London Road, Retford, United Kingdom, DN22 7DX
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London Road, Retford, United Kingdom, DN22 7DX
Nearby
Market Square
War Memorial
3800 ft
Church
Parish Church of St Swithun
4000 ft
Wharf Road
Chesterfield Canal
3500 ft
Store
Asda East Retford Supermarket
3200 ft
Restaurants
Rithul Indian Restaurant At The Elms Hotel
700 ft
London Road The Elms Hotel
Elms Hotel
400 ft
London Road
Sun Inn Pub & Kitchen
3300 ft
Thrumpton Lane
Whitehouses
3100 ft
London Road
The Bay Tree
3400 ft
The Old Fire Station Carolgate
The Gate Inn
5000 ft
The Gatehouse All Hallows Street Ordsall
Mulberries Lounge
3100 ft
74 Carolgate
The sun
3800 ft
Thrumpton Ln
Deli & Dine
3500 ft
80 Carolgate
Taste
3400 ft
2 New Street
Getting around
City Centre
Retford14 min  ·  3700 ft
Airports
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)39 min  ·  15.8 mi
Nottingham Airport (NQT)90 min  ·  37.3 mi
Train
Retford Train Station11 min  ·  3000 ft
Bus
Bus stop7 min  ·  2.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP7.99 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
15

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Elms Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 318 verified reviews
6.9/10
Nice
63%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.3/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Comfort
7.4/10
Facilities
7.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
8.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 240 reviews
3/5
based on 631 reviews
7.0/10
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