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The Elms Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

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Interior
Exterior
Exterior
Fitness facility
Restaurant

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX
  • Place, Bassetlaw Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Well Retford Baptist Church
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Idle Valley Nature Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • Garden view
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Retford

In Retford .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Idle Valley Nature Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Clumber Park with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sundown Adventureland and Walesby Forest.

What's nearby

  • Bassetlaw Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Well Retford Baptist Church - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Retford Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Sundown Adventureland - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gate Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Brew Shed Retford - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Idle Valley Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beer Under The Clock - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Elms Hotel

3.5-star hotel 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 meters) and includes conference space. The Elms Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a 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 bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Exterior
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  • Restaurant
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$96 nightly
The price is $115
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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.

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.99 for adults and 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 each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Elms Hotel to the airport?

The Elms Hotel is 15.3 mi (34-min drive) away from the Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elms Hotel on Apr 24, 2026 start from $88, 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 Elms Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Elms Hotel.

Does The Elms Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Elms Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.99 for adults and GBP 10.99 for children.

Is there a casino at The Elms Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Elms Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Elms Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Elms Hotel have a pool?

The Elms Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Elms Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Elms Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Elms Hotel to downtown Retford?

The Elms Hotel is 3.7 mi away from Retford.

The Elms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 193 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
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

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cold room. Radiator in bathroom not working,controls broken and in terrible condition the one in the bedroom only Luke warm , valves ceased up and broken. The staircase banister was covered with plastic Christmas decorations making it impossible to use as a support, especially the elderly. Definitely not a hotel I would recommend or should be on Hotels.com. After many years of using you this has been far the worst experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room looked like it was recently decorated but there is deeper things that need attention. We were on the first floor of the stables , everytime you walked on it there was a loud creaking noise, felt sorry for the people below. The same was on the stairs & hallway, so loud it sounded like they were in the room. The furniture in the room is definitely in need of renewing along with the bed. The place looks impressive on the internet but we wouldn’t stay here again.
Plaster falling away at doorway to stairs
Fading on wardrobe
Base of the bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

PAUL

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

6/10 Okay

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was a good stay apart from creaky floor boards in all rooms & no hair dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Room out dated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

antony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Berkeley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accommodation was not in the nice, well presented, large house. I'm unsure if there is any accommodation there, which would be above the restaurant. Our accommodation was in an out-house. It was poorly constructed with squeaky ceilings and loud plumbing. The people staying above us liked to walk a lot around the room, which didn't help, but fortunately they were quiet overnight. When they were having a shower or flushing the toilet all the water ran through pipes located in our room, so this was very noisy!! The actual room had dated furniture and the skirting boards which could do with a lick of paint, but the room was clean and tidy and included all the basics including tea and coffee making facilities, 1 set of towels (apparently you can ask for more) and a fan. The bed was very comfortable, although we were pleased to have brought additional pillows with us, as they only provide one each. We had a good nights sleep on it. The room reminded me of an American motel room as it was accessed straight from outside. The outside doors looked nice from the outside with a small window, but these windows need recovering as they let light in, which can be disturbing at night. You can park right outside, which is useful and they own a restaurant, which we didn't use, but this is also useful. We drove into town to eat. Overall I would stay again for a short stop over, but not in the summer as it was too warm even in September. I would request an upstairs room if I stayed again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Adequate, staff were great. Room dated and a bit dirty and the shower was too hot to get in - be careful as the water was almost scolding hot and unable to turn it down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

david

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

elms

only thing we booked with breakfast on hotels.com on arrival we were told we did not have it booked and would have to pay extra if we wanted it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Rooms were outdated poor decorating.outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean-Pierre

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
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 traveler

Business traveler
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT

Traveled 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