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The Elms Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A two-story building with a balcony, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.
A grand staircase with ornate railings and patterned carpet, leading to a high ceiling with a decorative chandelier.
A room with a stage area featuring a disco ball and LED lighting.
A dining area with a large chandelier, blue floral wallpaper, and yellow chairs.
A two-story building with a central entrance, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX
  • Place, Bassetlaw Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, The Well Retford Baptist Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Idle Valley Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nottingham (NQT)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a television, and large windows with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a television, and large windows with curtains.

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Retford

At The Elms Hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Idle Valley Nature Reserve and 10.2 km (6.3 mi) from Clumber Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. On weekday mornings English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Retford hotel include Sundown Adventureland and Walesby Forest.

What's nearby

  • The Majestic Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kings Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bassetlaw Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Well Retford Baptist Church - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Retford Station - 15 min walk
  • Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dominie Cross - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Chef - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Idle Valley Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Brew Shed Retford - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Elms Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2659 square feet (247 square metres) and includes conference space. The Elms Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Retford hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2659 sq ft of conference space
  • 247 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Elms Hotel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
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  • Bar
3.8 out of 5, Good, 19 reviews
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.99 for adults and GBP 10.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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: 10:00 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

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.99 for adults and from GBP 10.99 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Elms Hotel?

The Elms Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elms Hotel on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$120, including 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.

Is parking available at The Elms Hotel?

Yep, The Elms Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes The Elms Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Elms Hotel.

Does The Elms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Elms Hotel?

No, The Elms Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Elms Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Elms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Elms Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Elms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 215 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Food is great with both pub and restaurant offering value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good bar good food good room
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second stay here. Good base for visiting the surrounding area, short walk to the town for lots of eating and drinking options. Hotel restaurant has a good, varied menu. Nice big hardstanding car park, staff friendly and helpful. Good size room. Plenty of storage.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Perfect for our trip, the hotel is a little tired but that didn't bother us. Staff were pleasant and location excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms need a complete refurbish very old fashioned, carpet torn, skirting boards in bathroom damaged, bath not suitable as my mum couldnt get in to shower bathroom all out dated. Food in bar curry was amazing, steak bites was terrible for how much they cost. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was average stayed 2 weeks for work it would be a struggle to stay again
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely basic very dated, i had to go to the kitchen to return my room key tha k heavens i never ate there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn’t clean, the headboard on the bed was worn and ripped, underneath the bed was filthy and full of hairs, a previous guests glasses were left in the room, a small used soap bar used unhygienic and not enough for 2 guests, other items were also not replenished, despite having a previous stay at this hotel which was good this one did not live up to the previous standard and the member of staff on reception was also quite rude
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very dated, Bathroom was in poor condition, shower hose split so shower was poor. Bed was comfy. Had to tune the tv to get it to work. Not a hotel i would choose to stay at again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, excellent parking, friendly staff and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food Staff so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Unfortunately there was a few tiles missing from the roof which let in pigeons, at around 4.30am on both morning of my stay they started to coo and run around above the ceiling making quite a racket...reported the issue to the hotel who said that they were getting someone out that day to sort the issue, food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always very friendly,lovely time spent there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing room with a lot of space Food was brill
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023