Name: Riverside Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection
Address: Riverside Dr, Branston, Branston, England, United Kingdom, Branston, Staffordshire, GB
Price range: $80–$213 per night
Rating: 8.25

What guests think

At Riverside Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection, guests praise friendly, attentive staff, a scenic riverside setting, and generally tasty food, while rooms are clean and comfortable but often compact, with occasional noise or wear noted by a few reviewers.

Some report slow table service at busy times and bar staff urging early last orders. The riverbank grounds and nearby walks draw praise, with guests finding the location convenient for local events and attractions. Overall, it suits travellers seeking a pleasant, relaxed base.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Bar areas are generally well liked, and the riverside outdoor spaces are appreciated. A few guests mention early last orders and feeling rushed near closing.

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10

Alister

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, there's literally nothing to fault. Great staff, friendly bar, comfortable, good shower, good breakfast. I'll be very happy to stay again.

10

Janet

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely overnight stay and beautiful setting. Staff very friendly and mostly accommodating. Delicious food and very comfortable rooms. Only criticism would be that evening bar staff ,only 1 staff member,was trying to rush us off before the advertised bar closing time commenting that we were and had been the only customers for the last hour,as though we should feel guilty for remaining until the official closing time of the bar or had been some sort of inconveniece.

8

P

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great position on the river, nice decor and large area with plenty of space between tables. Big outdoor area, some under cover.

10

Tristan

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub and hotel. Rooms are really nice and comfortable.

8

Gavin

Jan 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel clean etc. provide fresh milk jug for the room which is good & unusual. Disappointing cooked breakfast & cook needs to learn how to make scrambled egg. But otherwise a good stay.

10

kevin

Jan 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub and hotel room will be.great in summer with the outdoorspace

6

J

Apr 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A little surprised to be told that the last orders at the bar were 10:45 pm! On a Saturday night? 😂😂 I tried to use the USB point on the bedside plug socket, there was no actual socket guts behind it, just a facia. What on earth is the point other than to look good? Tiny Shower Room. The staff are nice and the location is super.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and public areas are frequently described as very clean or spotless. A few note worn elements or breakfast crockery cleanliness issues.

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8

Simon

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and clean - perfect for the overnight business trip

8

Kevin

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Does what it says on the tin. Warm - hugely important in Winter. Welcoming, reception and service were excellent. Good value, rooms clean and well equipped with teas, coffee and toiletries, fantastic shower. Vastly superior and better value and experience than Premier and Travelodge “equivalents’.

8

martin

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice stay and staff lovely Room a ‘little bit’ tired

10

Rhyanne

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here last night and had a brilliant experience. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome – a special mention to Holly, who was absolutely fantastic and made such a difference to our stay. The room was spotless, beautifully decorated, and really comfortable. The hotel has a lovely atmosphere with a great mix of character and comfort. We’ll definitely be coming back – highly recommended!

10

David

Dec 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

spotless

8

Christopher

Mar 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a lovely stay and everyone was very helpful. However we did have issues with cleanliness of cups and plates at breakfast also some items not replenished unless it was pointed out to someone.

8

James

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful. Room quite small for the price, carpet a bit threadbare.

10

BRYAN

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and tidy, lovely location and the staff very helpful

10

Di

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely hotel by the side of the river Trent. Our room was spotless and seemed as though it had been recently redecorated, with a very nice bathroom. The staff were very pleasant and helpful and the breakfast was delicious, with plenty of choice.

10

Gary

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A good stay overnight. The room was comfortable and clean. The restaurant next door had good food and was reasonably priced.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated, with some reviews mentioning good Wi-Fi. Many describe them as small, with occasional noise, thin walls, or minor wear and maintenance quirks.

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Susan

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a lovely location by the riverside, an easy walk down the river to Burton or round the nature reserve. The room had been refurbished and although smaller than usual the attention to detail and quality of the decor was excellent and tea and coffee selection really good with nice big cups and saucers and the option of fresh milk from the hotel. Nice welcome note and chocolate. Wi fi good. Lovely bath and shower with plenty of hot water and nicely tiled and maintained bathroom - only tiny change would be to put some hair and shower products lower down so they could be reached when having a bath.

10

martyn

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very welcoming and friendly hotel. We stayed over for a wedding and couldn't have picked a better place to stay. Although the roons were on the small side they were perfect for what we required. Food was good and staff pleasant. Would stay here again.

10

Karen

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great setting on the river. EV charger was a real bonus for us. The room wasn’t that big, but had everything we needed and was very clean. Comfortable bed. Our evening meal was fine and breakfast very good. A good stopover.

10

Helen

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this trip to spend time with famiky for New Years Eve. The room was lovely and comfortable.

8

Daniel

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed for one night on a business trip. The rooms are particularly small, but the issue is, the walls are made of paper, so make sure you have ear plugs. Great food in the restaurant and would be a lovely location in the summer.

8

John

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place but smallish rooms. Super setting. Good food.

6

MARGARET

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Property and staff were excellent. Room 8 was comfortable but one night 2 hours of something working like a washing machine with football boots being washed and also about 1 o'clock in the morning we were awakened by loud talking and banging on doors.

8

James

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful. Room quite small for the price, carpet a bit threadbare.

10

Tristan

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub and hotel. Rooms are really nice and comfortable.

6

J

Apr 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A little surprised to be told that the last orders at the bar were 10:45 pm! On a Saturday night? 😂😂 I tried to use the USB point on the bedside plug socket, there was no actual socket guts behind it, just a facia. What on earth is the point other than to look good? Tiny Shower Room. The staff are nice and the location is super.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and professional across reception and restaurant. Some guests experienced slow table service when busy or felt hurried near bar closing, while one praised proactive help returning a lost card.

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Alister

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, there's literally nothing to fault. Great staff, friendly bar, comfortable, good shower, good breakfast. I'll be very happy to stay again.

10

Sharon

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A great property well presented and great service from reception and restaurant staff.

10

Chris

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stay at this hotel on a regular basis and find it very convenient and comfortable. Last night, the restaurant was unexpectedly busy with a number of large parties. The staff coped admirably and although I was on my own, my meal was served on time and was great. Well done.

10

Janet

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely overnight stay and beautiful setting. Staff very friendly and mostly accommodating. Delicious food and very comfortable rooms. Only criticism would be that evening bar staff ,only 1 staff member,was trying to rush us off before the advertised bar closing time commenting that we were and had been the only customers for the last hour,as though we should feel guilty for remaining until the official closing time of the bar or had been some sort of inconveniece.

10

Rhyanne

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here last night and had a brilliant experience. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome – a special mention to Holly, who was absolutely fantastic and made such a difference to our stay. The room was spotless, beautifully decorated, and really comfortable. The hotel has a lovely atmosphere with a great mix of character and comfort. We’ll definitely be coming back – highly recommended!

8

James

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful. Room quite small for the price, carpet a bit threadbare.

10

Philip

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where excellent and location was fantastic

10

Paul

Feb 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A great stay with excellent staff.

8

Mike

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel Love staying here, lovely walk down the river with a nearby championship golf course. (Small 9 course is not great) Food is always good and the service is very friendly. Rooms are clean and warm with tea, coffee and chocolates. I left my company credit card in my room and the manager called me the next day to post it back

8

dave

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place a bigger room would of been nice it was busy when we went but table service took quite a while to take the orders even when there was a few people working

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Location

Scenic riverside setting with pleasant grounds and walks; many find it convenient for Burton, the National Memorial Arboretum, and events like Bloodstock. Several describe it as peaceful or a handy stopover.

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Susan

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a lovely location by the riverside, an easy walk down the river to Burton or round the nature reserve. The room had been refurbished and although smaller than usual the attention to detail and quality of the decor was excellent and tea and coffee selection really good with nice big cups and saucers and the option of fresh milk from the hotel. Nice welcome note and chocolate. Wi fi good. Lovely bath and shower with plenty of hot water and nicely tiled and maintained bathroom - only tiny change would be to put some hair and shower products lower down so they could be reached when having a bath.

8

Elizabeth

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel , ideal for what we needed. . Beautiful grounds and walks by the river. .

10

Mark

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice convenient location for a visit to the NMA.

10

Karen

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great setting on the river. EV charger was a real bonus for us. The room wasn’t that big, but had everything we needed and was very clean. Comfortable bed. Our evening meal was fine and breakfast very good. A good stopover.

10

Shaun

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel, we really enjoyed our stay here. Very close to Bloodstock Festival so was able to get a rest after 4 days at the festival before the drive home. Food in the restaurant downstairs was so nice and reasonably priced. All the staff were lovely too. We have already booked for the day after the festival next year!

8

P

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great position on the river, nice decor and large area with plenty of space between tables. Big outdoor area, some under cover.

8

Matthew

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Peacefull, pleasant

10

Philip

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where excellent and location was fantastic

10

Di

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely hotel by the side of the river Trent. Our room was spotless and seemed as though it had been recently redecorated, with a very nice bathroom. The staff were very pleasant and helpful and the breakfast was delicious, with plenty of choice.

10

Margaret

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very happy with the accommodation and its location on the river. Specially loved the freshly made breakfast.

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Dining

Food is generally well reviewed, with multiple mentions of very good breakfasts and enjoyable, good-value meals. A few guests note breakfast quality, crockery cleanliness, or replenishment issues, and slower service when busy.

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10

Frazer

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service. Good location. Excellent food

10

Alister

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, there's literally nothing to fault. Great staff, friendly bar, comfortable, good shower, good breakfast. I'll be very happy to stay again.

10

Karen

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great setting on the river. EV charger was a real bonus for us. The room wasn’t that big, but had everything we needed and was very clean. Comfortable bed. Our evening meal was fine and breakfast very good. A good stopover.

10

ian

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a lovely pub/hotel. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Food in the restaurant is very good and good value too, breakfast was excellent as a really good choice. This was a business trip but the locate was perfect for that

8

Christopher

Mar 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a lovely stay and everyone was very helpful. However we did have issues with cleanliness of cups and plates at breakfast also some items not replenished unless it was pointed out to someone.

8

Nick

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Second time staying at the hotel. Like my first it was an excellent stay with really nice food.

8

Gavin

Jan 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel clean etc. provide fresh milk jug for the room which is good & unusual. Disappointing cooked breakfast & cook needs to learn how to make scrambled egg. But otherwise a good stay.

10

Di

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely hotel by the side of the river Trent. Our room was spotless and seemed as though it had been recently redecorated, with a very nice bathroom. The staff were very pleasant and helpful and the breakfast was delicious, with plenty of choice.

10

Margaret

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very happy with the accommodation and its location on the river. Specially loved the freshly made breakfast.

10

Gary

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A good stay overnight. The room was comfortable and clean. The restaurant next door had good food and was reasonably priced.

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Month	Average price
January	$90
February	$90
March	$102
April	$95
May	$116
June	$118
July	$115
August	$117
September	$108
October	$104
November	$101
December	$108

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6 $93	7 $127	8 $198	9	10 $117	11 $94	12 $159
13 $83	14 $114	15	16	17 $123	18	19 $123
20 $86	21 $134	22 $147	23 $157	24	25	26 $109
27 $86	28 $111	29 $134	30 $150

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $98	2	3
4 $83	5 $129	6 $147	7 $145	8 $94	9	10 $111
11 $83	12 $152	13 $150	14 $150	15 $93	16 $89	17 $168
18 $83	19 $134	20 $150	21 $213	22 $93	23 $89	24
25 $80	26 $122	27 $152	28 $128	29 $93	30 $83	31

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