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The Elms Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
View from room
Fitness facility
Exterior detail

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX
  • Place, Idle Valley Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sundown Adventureland
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Sherwood Forest Country Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)

Room options

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single 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
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

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
Daily housekeeping
  • 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 (6.4 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

  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Clumber Park - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Sundown Adventureland - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Hodsock Priory - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Sherwood Forest Country Park - 21 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Elms Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Idle Valley Nature Reserve
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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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
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.

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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 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elms Hotel on 6 Nov 2025 start from AU$137.94, 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

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 183 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jean-Pierre

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
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

8/10 Good

Richard

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

8/10 Good

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mick

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a slight issue at check-in (my fault) but staff were helpful and professional and resolved. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Darran

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kate L

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024