Title: The Royal Oak Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32040923&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Oak Travelers stroll through the garden at this Peak District retreat, where the restaurant serves kids' meals and nature's beauty surrounds the property ## Photo gallery for The Royal Oak ![Bar (on property) - The Royal Oak (Ashbourne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/2a382281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - The Royal Oak (Ashbourne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/ca1be70f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Royal Oak (Ashbourne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/4d7327ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double or Twin Room, Ensuite - The Royal Oak (Ashbourne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/286256a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Ensuite - The Royal Oak (Ashbourne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/8668ed8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Royal Oak, near Peak District National Park, offers a peaceful garden, a restaurant with kids' options, WiFi, barbecue grills, free self-parking, and a business center. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=32040923&PinnedHotelID=32040923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite ![Double or Twin Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/2c54e148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Suite, Ensuite ![Suite, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/7edf214d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Premium bedding Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/8668ed8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating Separate bedroom Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![Double Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040923/2d521277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Iron/ironing board Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAshbourne-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak.h32040923.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAshbourne-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak.h32040923.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Ashbourne is home to The Royal Oak. Ashbourne Golf Club and Wild Park Derbyshire are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alton Towers and Edward and Vintage. Glass at the Barn and Peak Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ashbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne.dx55238) [View more B&B in Ashbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d55238-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.00880%2C-1.76372&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3DK0K4YKZzhpggI4Zewow_wNLSw=) Mayfield Road, Mayfield, Ashbourne, England, DE6 2BN ### What's nearby - ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088073/563ce148-7f56-45fc-940e-4bb3d0a56508.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Alton Towers 15 min drive \- 10.7 miles - ![Taken at Reynards Cave in Dovedale, Derbyshire at The Peak District, UK. #NationalPark #PeakDistrict #DoveDale #RiverDove #Thorpe #ThorpeCloud #DoveValley #Valley #Gorge #Hills #Cliffs #Milldale #IlamRock #TissingtonSpires #ReynardsCave #DoveHoles #LoversLeap #Cave #River #Woodland #Outdoors #Walking #Hiking ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55238/ac2c7ad2-e092-46d7-b80d-3b7340fa2167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dovedale National Nature Reserve 19 min drive \- 7.6 miles - The Regent Theatre 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Saint Oswald's Church 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Ashbourne Golf Club 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Uttoxeter Station 20 min drive - East Midlands Airport (EMA) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Benny's 3 min drive - The Smiths Tavern 3 min drive - Callow Hall Country House Hotel 5 min drive - Costa Coffee 3 min drive - Birds 3 min drive ## About this property ### The Royal Oak Bed & breakfast near Peak District National Park Consider a stay at The Royal Oak and take advantage of a garden, a bar and a business centre. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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No lift - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Smoke-free property ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Royal Oak Inn Ashbourne Royal Oak Ashbourne The Royal Oak Ashbourne The Royal Oak Bed & breakfast The Royal Oak Bed & breakfast Ashbourne ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Royal Oak pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Royal Oak? ### What time is check-in at The Royal Oak? ### What time is check-out at The Royal Oak? ### Where is The Royal Oak located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Royal Oak Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 22 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph 26 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place but room was very, very Cold Staff were excellent, rooms were large, clean and comfortable, but very very cold. Food was great ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 14 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everything was fine With a good quality breakfast ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### John 13 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice stay, staff were very accomodating ##### John Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff where great and friendly, the pub food was amazing. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Nice location, friendly helpful staff, plenty of parking. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 31 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent stay Excellent hotel. Very comfortable. Superb service and food. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy 20 Apr 2023 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Excellent value for money. Very friendly hotel. Fabulous breakfast. Dinner menu exceptional value and delicious. All staff were very helpful and gave excellent service. ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marielle 7 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great minibreak Really enjoyable stay. Sunday roast and breakfast were particularly amazing (and included a treat for our dog). Modern bathroom and cosy room. All staff very friendly and helpful. Great base for walking - we will be back ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/169F8A88ED12852A74D7B135F187AC901BDBFCDA1675763256493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E596EC205AFE9130C59AE77BE4A0A6A587B838D41675763261763.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9A350B92B3C9645D60AE50E9BEC2AFD61A339A2D1675763260965.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Marielle Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### comfortable bed good breakfast excellent valuev stayed one night chose the Royal as it was close to where I going. The service was welcoming and friendly whilst the stair carpet could do with a clean the rooms were spotless and comfortable with an excellent shower. Good food served in the pub ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lindsey 16 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Trip to Ashbourne Really large room bed so comfortable with loads of tea/coffee/hot chocolate, dog friendly, pub nice didn’t eat there we went into Ashbourne lots of choice there about 25 mins walk ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/241E5C3CB7FE31C3A6C41AD5B7B64A0882DBC8E71665913076502.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lindsey Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krisztina 20 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic! AMZING food and lovely staff although at busy periods we had to wait a bit longer than thought. They were amazing with our puppy, very accommodating. ##### Krisztina Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 3 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Leicestershire friends We had a lovely stay with 6 friends. The staff were helpful and very friendly. We ate at the pub on both evenings. Food was really good. Good location just outside of Ashbourne ##### Jennifer Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Tanya 27 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Overnight Alton towers break stay A very welcoming overnight stay. Family room needs a bit of attention ie refurbishment but was very clean and main bed very comfortable. The children’s bed not as much but for one night it was fine. Service and food was spot on. No complaints whatsoever. We would definitely stay again as was good value for money. ##### Tanya Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl 30 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fab staff I have very fussy children and staff more than happy to meet there needs xx ##### Carl Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D 24 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent friendly service Only a one-night stay but service was excellent and very accommodating. The room was very clean and had all necessary en-suite facilities including Tea/Coffee making with essential biscuits. Breakfast was included in the price but I was leaving at 5.15 in the morning to catch a balloon flight. The staff provided cereal to take to the bedroom overnight and offered to provide a sandwich if we were unable to arrive back before end of breakfast at 9.30\. Overall a very enjoyable stay with excellent friendly service. Highly recommended. ##### D Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Mick 12 May 2023 Liked: Room comfort #### Good value for money Loft room in the annexe was a little short on head room. Anyone taller than my 5’10 and you might struggle. Reasonably clean (dust web hanging from ceiling). Bed was soft and comfortable. Some road traffic noise. Food excellent with very generous proportions. Breakfast also very good. Overall it’s looking a little tired and ready for a makeover but our stay was very pleasant, the staff were very attentive and friendly and it represented excellent value for money for the budget conscious. ##### Mick Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Hilary 13 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities My room was in a building separate from the pub itself, up a flight of steep stairs, which was a bit tricky because there is a stair lift attached and very little room for carrying your suitcase. However, the room was comfortable and pleasant, very good shower, plenty of toiletries, refreshments etc. I ate in the bar each evening, good selection although not many vegetarian options - but beware the Brie/Apple/Walnut salad, it is enormous!! For breakfast there were adequate choices of cereals, a little fruit, and lots of cooked options. The staff were all excellent, hard-working, some even there at breakfast when they had also been on duty the night before. There is a big garden, outdoor eating area, rabbits in hutches, toys for children…decent car-parking. One drawback was the incessant whirring noise from the pub in the evenings, extractor fan maybe, and it didn’t cease until nearly midnight. But overall the Royal Oak was reasonably priced and comfortable, and a good base for walking in Dovedale etc. ##### Hilary Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jo 13 Aug 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I sent a complaint about the service and I have not received a response. ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher J 18 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Royal Oak at Easter Warm welcome, excellent breakfast, country walks from the door, pleasant beer garden ##### Christopher J Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liselotte 30 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best place in Ashbourne. Det var et dejligt stort værelse, med alle bekvemmeligheder. God pub mad. Vil komme der igen. ##### Liselotte Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### John 25 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy Very friendly staff, the check in good, breakfast lovely. Were in room 4 which has a glass door to the on suite, this was a problem at night when the light was a sensor one so stayed on if we went to the loo so it lit up our bedroom. Could also see everything clearly if in use ! The tv also was not working which we reported the 2nd night but no one came to have a look. Having said that it was very good value for money and we would return. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Wayne 16 Sept 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### A genuine review Where do I start, quick check-in, that's where the positives end. Room dirty, dusty, stains on the carpet bedding, headboard and curtains. In the bathroom black mould, no toilet roll holder also no hand towels supplied. Food and service - Had an evening meal in the restaurant, we ordered a shared starter then I ordered a burger meal and my wife a Steak. The starter was nice even though the garlic bread was actually just bread and not toasted. The burger I received was cremated, the bread bun was not toasted and just fell to pieces and had a large piece of lettuce root, finally the chips where just full of black eyes (bad bits). The Steak was over cooked and full of fat. The waitress was never around to complain and even got our drinks wrong at the start. They even tried to take our starters away twice before we had even finished. The breakfast wasn't much better! didn't even bring us our toast and again the waitress was missing. ![Bathroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65783E6831FC993D3E04B75290B56F8A519F52CE1631813948660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Bathroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A53B5222A09176E0810CB5B1EAC78AF4A30E84641631813957971.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Bathroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C2C3D706E813C68CC263FD62C4061325D4FE436F1631813982079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Headboard](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6F8EE1E6D43FEC1BC854400EC89C129C9F119C691631813999165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Wayne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Brian 26 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Owner were living above our room, they were stomping around, woke us up three times. Not a good experience. Complained and they gave us £20 off.. would have preferred a good nights sleep! ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Ashley 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Nice stay Room was a good size with all the required accessories. The tv reception was not very good and there were a number of flies in the room which detracted from the overall good rating. The bathroom could do with updating but was functional. We ate in the restaurant and the food was very good. The beer battered fish was superb as was the Bakewell tart. Unfortunately we had to leave early in the morning for an event so didn't get to try the breakfast. ##### Ashley Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 11 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was lovely and the people that looked after the venue were very polite. Called me to check before hand. Just would have liked to know it was feather pillows before hand. ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > > [The Izaak Walton Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-The-Izaak-Walton-Hotel.h65769.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Brook Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-Bentley-Brook-Inn.h20287571.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Forge - Luxury Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-Luxury-Cottages-The-Old-Forge.h63677782.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [Felbridge Gatwick Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-Grinstead-Hotels-Elite-Venue-Selection-Felbridge-Gatwick.h16173617.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [The Couple's Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-Luxury-Cottages-The-Couples-Retreat.h63677775.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---