The Elms Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

The Elms Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere near Sundown Adventureland. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, afternoons on the garden terrace, and evening drinks at the bar. Helpful staff and free WiFi in public areas enhance the relaxing retreat experience.

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
Housekeeping
Free WiFi
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 14 - Sept 15

Tomorrow

Sept 15 - Sept 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Wardrobe

140 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Wardrobe

150 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds

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

Highlights

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Wardrobe

290 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Retford is home to The Elms Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Idle Valley Nature Reserve and Clumber Park, while Sundown Adventureland and Walesby Forest are popular local attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Pure Land Meditation Centre and Japanese Garden.

Visit our Retford travel guide

London Road, Retford, England, DN22 7DX

What's nearby

Idle Valley Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Clumber Park - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles
Sundown Adventureland - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
Hodsock Priory - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
Sherwood Forest Country Park - 21 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

Retford Station - 15 min walk
Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Beer Under The Clock - ‬12 min walk
‪The Dominie Cross - ‬16 min walk
‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
‪The Brew Shed - ‬7 min walk
‪Ye Olde Sun Inn - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Elms Hotel

Hotel near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Located close to Sundown Adventureland, The Elms Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking
English breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and coffee/tea in reception
Smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at The Elms Hotel have comforts, such as premium bedding.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with baths or showers
Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

2,659 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace

Accessibility

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

Banquet hall
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.99 for adults and from 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Elms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elms Hotel on 15 Sept 2025 start from £60.38, 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 much is parking at The Elms Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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 is available for a fee of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM for a fee of GBP 20.00.

What time is check-out at The Elms Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Elms Hotel located?

Situated in Retford, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Idle Valley Nature Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Clumber Park and Sundown Adventureland. Walesby Forest and Hodsock Priory are also within 9 mi (15 km). Retford Station is 15 minutes by foot.