The Windmill

Property class: 3
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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10 Market Pl, Alford, England, LN13 9EB
  • Place, Alford Country Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alford Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alford Manor House
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Alford

In Alford .With a stay at this Alford hotel, you'll be steps from Alford Library and Alford Country Market. Also, Alford Manor House is within half a mile (1 km) and Woodthorpe Hall Golf Course is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Alford Country Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alford Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alford Manor House - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Butlins - 20 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Skegness Beach - 25 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Thorpe Culvert Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willoughby Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Seagull - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The George Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waldo's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Windmill

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Alford hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Windmill offers 13 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 28-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 7.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 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 accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 7.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Windmill Hotel
The Windmill Alford
The Windmill Hotel Alford

Frequently asked questions

Does The Windmill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Windmill.

How much does it cost to stay at The Windmill?

As of Oct 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Windmill on Oct 18, 2026 start from $168, 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.

How close is The Windmill to the beach?

This hotel is 12.2 mi (26-min drive) from Skegness Beach.

Does The Windmill offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Windmill, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 7.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Windmill?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bibbys Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Windmill?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Windmill?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Windmill have a pool?

The Windmill does not have a pool.

Does The Windmill have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Windmill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Windmill to downtown Alford?

The Windmill is 0.2 mi away from Alford.

The Windmill Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 179 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grand old hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful family room amazing beds dog friendly and lovely staff / owner very welcoming. Will definitely be back 😁
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly great hosts, nothing too much trouble fully recommend. Andy was a star and his partner was great with our Oscar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking onsite. Quiet location. Hot dhower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and welcoming. Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely place to stay for a short while 😀
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the large room with window overlooking the square, but felt cleanliness and general maintenance of room and building needed some improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay very friendly.First bit of summer room a little too warm probably some air conditioning needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
plenty of shops around the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, no food, bed to soft.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and friendly, the room was lovely and clean. Plenty of parking spaces. The only complaint was they don't do food, but not a major issue.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast at the property but plenty of places around that are suitable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good parking area. Room was large comfy bed. Needed some work doing in bathroom the flooring was coming away and the main room window frame was in desperate need of attention. Only saw 2 members of staff over 4 days they were polite.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place and great value for money as well.

Great place and great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room bedding was excellent towels were also good bedroom was dusty and cobwebs behind the bathroom door I don’t think it had been cleaned for a while. Parking was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location and impressive hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel, ample car park, friendly staff, really nice bar, clean room with plenty of towels. Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything from start to finish was superb. Definitely recommend
My room 103 was  very big
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice and very easy trip. The hotel was lovely. The staff were great. The bar was great. They recommended a nice café around the corner of breakfast. Great time all round.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely lady on the front desk at check in and great room, nice and big for our family. Really comfy beds and a bath in the bathroom!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Good hotel

It was okay, the guy who checked us in was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Warm welcome on arrival and all were very helpful. The room had everything needed for a comfortable nights sleep and most importantly, it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good carpark and quiet for a Saturday afternoon served our needs as only needed somewhere to sleep for a family get together
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025