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The Boars Head Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood

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Restaurant
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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Station Road, Draycott-in-the-clay, Ashbourne, England, DE6 5GX
  • Place, Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Donington Park Racing Circuit
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Garden View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ashbourne

In Ashbourne .Stay at this Ashbourne hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood and 6 miles (10 km) of St. George's Park. Tutbury Castle is within 6 miles (10 km) and Uttoxeter Racecourse is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • St. George's Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Uttoxeter Racecourse - 18 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Alton Towers - 31 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 46 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tutbury & Hatton Station - 7 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Box Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunar Gow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roebuck Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Boars Head Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Boars Head Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Ashbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boars Head Hotel offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Ashbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Boars Head Hotel Ashbourne
Boars Head Ashbourne
The Boars Head Hotel Hotel
The Boars Head Hotel Ashbourne
The Boars Head Hotel Hotel Ashbourne

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boars Head Hotel to the airport?

The Boars Head Hotel is 25.1 mi (35-min drive) away from the East Midlands Airport (EMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boars Head Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boars Head Hotel on Jun 17, 2026 start from $113, 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.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Boars Head Hotel.

Does The Boars Head Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Boars Head Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Boars Head Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Boars Head Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boars Head Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have a pool?

The Boars Head Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Boars Head Hotel to downtown Ashbourne?

The Boars Head Hotel is 1.5 mi away from Draycott in the Clay.

The Boars Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 556 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, made even better with the newly refurbished bathrooms in some rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, very hard to fault
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Nice staff. Bit corporate.but aeemed some locals. Excellent food. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, with excellent restaurant and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, the hotel facilities were excellent and the staff were all extremely courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, good shower, tea & coffee making facilities Room was cold about 3/4am but we found a blanket in the cupboard
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed. Would recommend for a relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Good night saxophone player entertainment, bedrooms clean and well equipped, quality breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were great, the food is excellent and reasonably priced. The rooms are larger than average and kept to a high standard. Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Good place to stay

Warm welcome, clean spacious room, nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and well equipped with everything we needed. The staff were all friendly and welcoming
Modern clean spacious bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet and pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming staff, great food, had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All food cooked to orderb and you wouldn't nicer or better staff anywhwere.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Very pleasant stay. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay. Not the grandest of hotels but it's clean, quiet, comfortable, the food is good and the staff really care.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very welcoming and attentive staff. We will definitely visit again so that we can sample the food in the restaurant, which smelt delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely produce
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

krasimira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, fresh sheets, towels, bathroom floor very clean! Room was very quiet , heating could be adjusted! Reception staff was very welcoming, breakfast amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Enjoyed stay, again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Lovely friendly and polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Nice way to end a holiday

Lovely place to stay and lots to do in surrounding area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to eat and to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and decent room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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