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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Twin Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • St. George's Park - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Alton Towers - 23 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 31 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Calke Abbey - 35 min drive - 23.6 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
  • ‪Roebuck Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Vernon Arms - ‬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 Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boars Head Hotel on May 3, 2026 start from $99, 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. 312 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 537 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alister

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

8/10 Good

Simon

No breakfast . Ok bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Helensburgh

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

6/10 Okay

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Quinton

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Was fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Engaging wit
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Cuz

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

krasimira

Traveled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

Very nice!

Easy to park and somewhere to exercise dog. Recently refurbished shower nice and big. Food excellent. Could do with more soundproofing though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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