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The Barnsdale, Rutland

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Rutland Water Nature Reserve

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A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a rustic stone wall. Tables are set with candles and chairs are arranged for dining.
A stone building with multiple windows and a well-maintained garden with hedges and shrubs.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.
Two people sitting by a fire pit in a rustic outdoor setting with wooden cabins in the background.
A sauna room with a wooden bench, a bench outside, and a sauna heater.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Avenue, Exton, Oakham, England, LE15 8AH
  • Place, Rutland Water Country Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnsdale Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cosy Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a small table with a bottle and a cup.

Cosy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with striped pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall with a textured pattern.

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Culture Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Culture Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a desk, chair, and a TV on the wall.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a television, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Fort Henry Suite

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

View all photos for Heritage Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a toilet.

Heritage Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a dresser.

Royal Room

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

About the neighborhood

Oakham

In historical district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Oakham hotel, you'll find Rutland Water Nature Reserve and Barnsdale Gardens. Oakham Castle and Normanton Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Rutland Water Country Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rutland Water - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Barnsdale Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Burghley House - 19 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 8 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grainstore Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Captain Noel Newton (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Buttercross - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Barnsdale, Rutland

4-star spa hotel near Rutland Water Nature Reserve
The Barnsdale, Rutland offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Barnsdale, Rutland. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Barnsdale, Rutland was completed in February 2023.

This 4-star Oakham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1760
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Barnsdale, Rutland offers 45 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Cribs (infant 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 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Barnsdale Lodge Hotel
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Oakham
Barnsdale Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale
The Barnsdale Rutland
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel
The Barnsdale, Rutland Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel Oakham

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Barnsdale, Rutland to the airport?

The Barnsdale, Rutland is 28.7 mi (58-min drive) away from the Nottingham (NQT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barnsdale, Rutland on Aug 23, 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.

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Barnsdale, Rutland.

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Barnsdale, Rutland, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

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

Is there free parking at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland have a pool?

The Barnsdale, Rutland features an outdoor pool.

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland have a restaurant?

The Barnsdale, Rutland is home to 1760, which features garden views and al fresco dining.

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is The Barnsdale, Rutland to downtown Oakham?

The Barnsdale, Rutland is 0.2 mi away from Barnsdale.

The Barnsdale, Rutland Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 729 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 729 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 729 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 729 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 729 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, answered all our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place with a great steak dinner
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sir David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay for two nights Staff very helpful and fruendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, nice rooms,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfast and very charming staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful, friendly staff throughout the hotel. Good, clean rooms. Delicious dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, lovely room and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great trip. Great relaxed hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, breakfast was good, but not excellent. The room was beautiful and very comfortable bed. Would stay here again if staying in Rutland
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sushila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is set in beautiful surroundings and in calm , quiet location. The room was nice and clean and a good size. The presentation for the tea and coffee in the room was excellent and a really nice added touch. The breakfast choices were good and cooked on individual requests. A great place to stay . Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very helpful staff, food was great and bar area very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous staff, comfortable room. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, such a nice spot to have time out, stay away but with all the home comforts.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. Breakfast and dinner was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good and the room comfortable. We were however in an upstairs annex and the room was incredibly noisy overnight (boiler?). Didn't get much sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was a good size but sadly the cleaning and maintenance were not up to scratch. The spa facilities are lovely and breakfast good in the lovely orangery.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ian K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by friendly and professional staff, who assisted us with our luggage and accompanied us to our room. The room was clean and quiet. It was well supplied with refreshments and a hand-written welcome note. The bed was comfortable, quite firm but not hard. Dinner was excellent! There was a very good choice, each dish was delicious and service was friendly and efficient. Breakfast too was very good and well prepared. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok , but a bit lukewarm not hot at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Welcoming staff and relaxed atmosphere. Room decor dated and dark but fine for 1 night. Very dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super all round hotel. Superb recent renovation. Large and comfortable room, relaxing general areas, excellent food/drink and service. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The hotel itself was stunning, both inside and out, with beautiful surroundings and elegant interiors. The spa was absolutely amazing and the highlight of our stay. I would highly recommend booking the spa in advance to avoid missing out, as it’s clearly very popular. We had a wonderful time and would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. Food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Glass of wine on arrival and treats in the room were a lovely touch. Close to Rutland Waters and plenty of places to visit nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the fort Henry suite. Wow! So beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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