Donington Manor Hotel
US$89
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Donington Manor Hotel
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US$89
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Donington Manor Hotel average US$72 in the cheapest month (January) and US$145 in the most expensive month (June), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$72 |
| February | US$81 |
| March | US$78 |
| April | US$77 |
| May | US$77 |
| June | US$145 |
| July | US$84 |
| August | US$86 |
| September | US$87 |
| October | US$89 |
| November | US$81 |
| December | US$75 |
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Most expensive: June (~US$145)
Cheapest: January (~US$72)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Victorian hotel include wedding services, a television in a common area, and a reception hal...
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Victorian hotel include wedding services, a television in a common area, and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Derby? This hotel has 205 square feet (19 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at the hotel's restaurant, Sage Restaurant Leicester, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 32 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Donington Manor Hotel in Derby, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Donington Park Racing Circuit and Loughborough University. This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from University of Nottingham and 15 mi (24.1 km) from Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.
What's nearby
Donington Park Racing Circuit(1.9 Miles)
Owl House Spa(3.1 Miles)
Delta Force Paintball Kegworth(4.1 Miles)
Melbourne Parish Church(4.9 Miles)
Melbourne Hall(4.9 Miles)
University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus(5.8 Miles)
Grange Park(5.9 Miles)
Elvaston Castle Country Park(6 Miles)
Elvaston Castle(7.1 Miles)
Attenborough Nature Centre(7.2 Miles)
Beeston Fields Golf Club(8.6 Miles)
Calke Abbey(8.7 Miles)
The Derby Conference Centre(8.8 Miles)
Foremark Reservoir(9 Miles)
Mecca Bingo Beeston(9.1 Miles)
East Midlands Airport (EMA)(3.4 Miles)
Nottingham (NQT)(17.4 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Location
High Street, Castle Donington, England, United Kingdom
Donington Park Racing Circuit (1.9 Miles)
Owl House Spa (3.1 Miles)
Delta Force Paintball Kegworth (4.1 Miles)
Melbourne Parish Church (4.9 Miles)
Melbourne Hall (4.9 Miles)
University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus (5.8 Miles)
Room options
20
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Single Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Standard Twin Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Twin Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
12
Superior Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
14
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Donington Manor Hotel
8.1
Very good
Based on 342 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
24%
Couple
37%
Family
16%
Group
17%
Solo
3%
What guests think
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At Donington Manor Hotel, travellers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the historic, quirky character, while noting dated rooms and public areas, uneven maintenance and cleanliness, and occasional noise.
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At Donington Manor Hotel, travellers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the historic, quirky character, while noting dated rooms and public areas, uneven maintenance and cleanliness, and occasional noise.
The location is handy for Donington Park and Castle Donington's pubs, and there is on-site parking. Rooms vary in size and comfort, with several described as spacious, and Wi-Fi can be unreliable in some areas. Breakfast is often praised, but dinner and bar service have been inconsistent, including occasional closures. Expect a friendly, characterful stay with trade-offs in modernity and reliability.
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Facilities
On-site bar and restaurant have at times been closed or limited, including during renovations or private events. Parking is available and often free, though spaces can be tight during busy periods.
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Paul
24 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
4
Graham
13 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
4
Brad
27 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The hotel didn't have the room ready for me which i had booked, so they put me in a room that was adequate but was slightly less in price. I had informed the manager that the prices were advertised differently and he agreed to "sort something out" before i left. Unfortunatley this was not the case. The room however was clean all be it very out dated, the radiator valve was broken also so i was unable to turn down the heating and lastly the wall paper was peeling off of the walls in both the room and the bathroom (something im guessing to do with the heat being close to that of the surface of the sun). So yeah, ok place to stay if your in a tight spot, however i will not be staying here again based on principle.
The hotel didn't have the room ready for me which i had booked, so they put me in a room that was adequate but was slightly less in price. I had informed the manager that the prices were advertised differently and he agreed to "sort something out" before i left. Unfortunatley this was not the case. The room however was clean all be it very out dated, the radiator valve was broken also so i was unable to turn down the heating and lastly the wall paper was peeling off of the walls in both the room and the bathroom (something im guessing to do with the heat being close to that of the surface of the sun). So yeah, ok place to stay if your in a tight spot, however i will not be staying here again based on principle.
8
Susan
2 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
8
Richard
28 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
8
Dawn
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
2
Richard
22 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
6
philip
14 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The staff and main building were excellent; however, I was in courtyard in an annex out of shot of lovely sales picture. It was an accessible needs room (I assume due to hotels.com booking) but no cheaper than direct booking. The tv was on a shelf at ceiling height so difficult to watch unless standing. The tap fell off but luckily slotted back on and worked with care. The room door was an internal stable type door so had no insulation or sound proofing meaning people accessing a storage room next door seemed to be in the room along with phone conversations. It was also slightly concerning to come back and find a Land Rover in court yard partially blocking room access followed later by listening to engine ticking over . In fairness for what I wanted the hotel served its purpose; however, for slightly more and an uber ride I could have got sound proofing from airfield plus a pool. It all boiled down to a taxit and convenience
The staff and main building were excellent; however, I was in courtyard in an annex out of shot of lovely sales picture. It was an accessible needs room (I assume due to hotels.com booking) but no cheaper than direct booking. The tv was on a shelf at ceiling height so difficult to watch unless standing. The tap fell off but luckily slotted back on and worked with care. The room door was an internal stable type door so had no insulation or sound proofing meaning people accessing a storage room next door seemed to be in the room along with phone conversations. It was also slightly concerning to come back and find a Land Rover in court yard partially blocking room access followed later by listening to engine ticking over . In fairness for what I wanted the hotel served its purpose; however, for slightly more and an uber ride I could have got sound proofing from airfield plus a pool. It all boiled down to a taxit and convenience
8
Jeanette
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
8
Tracy
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness and maintenance are inconsistent: multiple reports of cobwebs, damp odours, stains and worn fixtures, alongside some clean rooms. Several guests noted broken fittings, leaks, or heating and shower issues.
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Paul
24 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
4
Graham
13 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
8
Yvonne
5 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It's good value for money. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large, not very warm until we ut electric fire on. No heat on towel rail though. Hotel and some furnishings a bit tired. Needs tlc I think
It's good value for money. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large, not very warm until we ut electric fire on. No heat on towel rail though. Hotel and some furnishings a bit tired. Needs tlc I think
4
Jonathan
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room looked like it was last refurbished in the 70s. Smelled of damp. Very old toilet flush would get stuck. No wifi reception. On a positive side I arrived very late and the night receptionist was friendly and helpful.
Room looked like it was last refurbished in the 70s. Smelled of damp. Very old toilet flush would get stuck. No wifi reception. On a positive side I arrived very late and the night receptionist was friendly and helpful.
4
Brad
27 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The hotel didn't have the room ready for me which i had booked, so they put me in a room that was adequate but was slightly less in price. I had informed the manager that the prices were advertised differently and he agreed to "sort something out" before i left. Unfortunatley this was not the case. The room however was clean all be it very out dated, the radiator valve was broken also so i was unable to turn down the heating and lastly the wall paper was peeling off of the walls in both the room and the bathroom (something im guessing to do with the heat being close to that of the surface of the sun). So yeah, ok place to stay if your in a tight spot, however i will not be staying here again based on principle.
The hotel didn't have the room ready for me which i had booked, so they put me in a room that was adequate but was slightly less in price. I had informed the manager that the prices were advertised differently and he agreed to "sort something out" before i left. Unfortunatley this was not the case. The room however was clean all be it very out dated, the radiator valve was broken also so i was unable to turn down the heating and lastly the wall paper was peeling off of the walls in both the room and the bathroom (something im guessing to do with the heat being close to that of the surface of the sun). So yeah, ok place to stay if your in a tight spot, however i will not be staying here again based on principle.
6
Julia
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
8
Richard
28 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
2
Richard
22 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
6
John
1 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
The staff apart from the man who greeted us were very friendly. The website didn't give me the option to book breakfast and he wouldn't let me book it when I arrived for the following morning for some reason. Though the nice lady we spoke to in the morning said she would have done but it was too late by then. The place just needs money pouring into it, shower fixture coming off the wall, shower head wouldn't stay up, literally 10 mins for the water to get warm, no sockets near the bed etc. Nice building, it just needs some attention.
The staff apart from the man who greeted us were very friendly. The website didn't give me the option to book breakfast and he wouldn't let me book it when I arrived for the following morning for some reason. Though the nice lady we spoke to in the morning said she would have done but it was too late by then. The place just needs money pouring into it, shower fixture coming off the wall, shower head wouldn't stay up, literally 10 mins for the water to get warm, no sockets near the bed etc. Nice building, it just needs some attention.
4
Alan
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room had cobwebs and dead flies all over the sash windows that has obviously been there for some time. Disgusting. When complained room was changed immediately. Will never stay there again as a result that the management, cleaning management and staff think that it is acceptable to even offer the room in the standard.
Room had cobwebs and dead flies all over the sash windows that has obviously been there for some time. Disgusting. When complained room was changed immediately. Will never stay there again as a result that the management, cleaning management and staff think that it is acceptable to even offer the room in the standard.
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Rooms
Rooms vary widely; some are spacious and comfortable, but many feel dated with thin soundproofing. Wi-Fi can be patchy in some areas, and traffic or event noise affects certain rooms.
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Paul
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
8
Samuel
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, spacious room, nice bathroom, nice touch with the bottle of water and biscuits. Highly recommended.
Nice hotel, spacious room, nice bathroom, nice touch with the bottle of water and biscuits. Highly recommended.
8
Val
15 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Liked......friendly staff and quirkiness of hotel. Dislike......very noisy party till midnight.
Liked......friendly staff and quirkiness of hotel. Dislike......very noisy party till midnight.
4
Jonathan
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room looked like it was last refurbished in the 70s. Smelled of damp. Very old toilet flush would get stuck. No wifi reception. On a positive side I arrived very late and the night receptionist was friendly and helpful.
Room looked like it was last refurbished in the 70s. Smelled of damp. Very old toilet flush would get stuck. No wifi reception. On a positive side I arrived very late and the night receptionist was friendly and helpful.
8
andrew
2 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean but noise from main road/traffic lights right outside was bad
Room was clean but noise from main road/traffic lights right outside was bad
8
Susan
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
8
Richard
28 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
Enjoyed my stay Hotel has a certain character about it should we say, rooms comfortable and very spacious they are a little tired though really crying out for a good clean and decorate. The satins on the carpet around the toilet just are not right. The staff were brilliant and told us the intention is to redecorate and give the place some TLC. Do this and you would get 5 stars from me.
6
philip
14 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The staff and main building were excellent; however, I was in courtyard in an annex out of shot of lovely sales picture. It was an accessible needs room (I assume due to hotels.com booking) but no cheaper than direct booking. The tv was on a shelf at ceiling height so difficult to watch unless standing. The tap fell off but luckily slotted back on and worked with care. The room door was an internal stable type door so had no insulation or sound proofing meaning people accessing a storage room next door seemed to be in the room along with phone conversations. It was also slightly concerning to come back and find a Land Rover in court yard partially blocking room access followed later by listening to engine ticking over . In fairness for what I wanted the hotel served its purpose; however, for slightly more and an uber ride I could have got sound proofing from airfield plus a pool. It all boiled down to a taxit and convenience
The staff and main building were excellent; however, I was in courtyard in an annex out of shot of lovely sales picture. It was an accessible needs room (I assume due to hotels.com booking) but no cheaper than direct booking. The tv was on a shelf at ceiling height so difficult to watch unless standing. The tap fell off but luckily slotted back on and worked with care. The room door was an internal stable type door so had no insulation or sound proofing meaning people accessing a storage room next door seemed to be in the room along with phone conversations. It was also slightly concerning to come back and find a Land Rover in court yard partially blocking room access followed later by listening to engine ticking over . In fairness for what I wanted the hotel served its purpose; however, for slightly more and an uber ride I could have got sound proofing from airfield plus a pool. It all boiled down to a taxit and convenience
10
Nicola
3 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely two night stay. A beautiful pet friendly hotel. Some gorgeous vintage pieces in the hotel. The staff were all helpful & friendly. The room was clean, spacious and nicely decorated with huge private bathroom, we even had a balcony off the bedroom/living area. The room had everything we needed. A few parts around the hotel could do with a bit of a "touch up" here & there but all in all we had a lovely stay and enjoyed all the quirky features like the trouser press & patterned bathroom suite.
We had a lovely two night stay. A beautiful pet friendly hotel. Some gorgeous vintage pieces in the hotel. The staff were all helpful & friendly. The room was clean, spacious and nicely decorated with huge private bathroom, we even had a balcony off the bedroom/living area. The room had everything we needed. A few parts around the hotel could do with a bit of a "touch up" here & there but all in all we had a lovely stay and enjoyed all the quirky features like the trouser press & patterned bathroom suite.
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Peter
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
quirky, convenient but now feeling and looking tired
quirky, convenient but now feeling and looking tired
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Service
Service is generally friendly, welcoming and helpful, with quick responses reported. There are occasional lapses, such as chaotic or unstaffed check-ins and unmet promises.
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Karinda
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Was a lovely old style hotel, the staff were very helpful and nice to chat with. Easy location to Donnington Race track, and walkable to pubs in the village.
Was a lovely old style hotel, the staff were very helpful and nice to chat with. Easy location to Donnington Race track, and walkable to pubs in the village.
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Graham
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
8
Yvonne
5 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It's good value for money. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large, not very warm until we ut electric fire on. No heat on towel rail though. Hotel and some furnishings a bit tired. Needs tlc I think
It's good value for money. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was large, not very warm until we ut electric fire on. No heat on towel rail though. Hotel and some furnishings a bit tired. Needs tlc I think
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Gina
20 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We tried to check in at 2pm, but no staff was available. We missed out opportunity to tour the Nottingham caves as a result. Room was quaint but tired. Sink space was tiny, water pressure was low.
We tried to check in at 2pm, but no staff was available. We missed out opportunity to tour the Nottingham caves as a result. Room was quaint but tired. Sink space was tiny, water pressure was low.
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John
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel staff were excellent very attentive and well mannered. Really enjoyed the stay
Nice hotel staff were excellent very attentive and well mannered. Really enjoyed the stay
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Jack
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
As always the service was pleasant, helpful and friendly.
As always the service was pleasant, helpful and friendly.
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Julia
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
8
Dawn
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
8
Jeanette
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
10
Lesley
28 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Just back from a great weekend. We were staying as at motorbike racing . We were made very welcome nothing was to much trouble.
Just back from a great weekend. We were staying as at motorbike racing . We were made very welcome nothing was to much trouble.
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Location
Convenient for Donington Park and central Castle Donington, with pubs nearby and on-site parking. Some guests experienced traffic noise from the main road.
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Paul
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
10
Karinda
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Was a lovely old style hotel, the staff were very helpful and nice to chat with. Easy location to Donnington Race track, and walkable to pubs in the village.
Was a lovely old style hotel, the staff were very helpful and nice to chat with. Easy location to Donnington Race track, and walkable to pubs in the village.
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andrew
2 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean but noise from main road/traffic lights right outside was bad
Room was clean but noise from main road/traffic lights right outside was bad
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Susan
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
10
Christopher
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly place, handy for Donington Park. Great food options around and a nice cat :)
Friendly place, handy for Donington Park. Great food options around and a nice cat :)
8
Jeanette
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
6
Peter
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
quirky, convenient but now feeling and looking tired
quirky, convenient but now feeling and looking tired
8
Tracy
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
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Dining
Breakfast receives frequent praise for quality and value. Dinner and bar service are inconsistent, with limited menus or closures at times due to events or renovations.
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M
24 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room and great service. Disappointed with menu for dinner. Limited and expensive
Lovely room and great service. Disappointed with menu for dinner. Limited and expensive
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Paul
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
We are not fans of complaining, but this hotel was a big disappointment. We arrived after a 5-hour journey only to be told that because they had been busy over the weekend prior, they would not be serving food, and that we’d need to go and get a takeaway… That’s not really acceptable for any hotel in this day and age, even if we had been given prior notice. Our room was generally dirty and unkempt - gangs of spiders on the inside of the windows and in the corners of the ceilings, dirty carpets and random stains on the walls and furniture. The room was also very noisy as there was no secondary glazing, and the main road outside was busy all night. The noise from the nearby airport also didn’t help. The chairs in the bar, which wasn’t manned, were old and dirty, and this pretty-much summed up the hotel in general. It is in dire need of a refresh, and a big improvement in what it provides for the price it charges. If we have to go to Donington again, we definitely won’t be staying in this hotel. We’re sorry, but it needs to be a lot, lot better!
4
Graham
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
Car Park is too small for hotel, restaurant was closed, check in was chaos, shower was pathetic, TV did not work in room. It would have been nice to get an email or text telling us the restaurant was closed, it was being used for a private event. There was a busy event locally so none of the other restaurants had tables and we didn't want to drive elsewhere because we would lose our parking spot. Very stressful stay. Will never use this hotel again.
6
Julia
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
Booked a standard King with ensuite, but was given a converted meeting room. Double bed was old and lumpy, pillow flat and lumpy. No ensuite, no dressing table, no wardrobes or chest of drawers - 2 clothes rails with 3 hangers - 1 bedside table. No curtains and the blinds at the front were defective. Very little effort has been made to make the meeting room actually feel like a bedroom. Kitchen extractor fan very noisy. On the plus side, we had access to the courtyard for the dogs, the manager and maintenance man were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
8
Susan
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
The people were friendly, the food was very good, plenty of free parking. The hotel itself was fine, although our room in the courtyard was rather tired and could do with a makeover and it was impossible to get WiFi in that room. Very conveniently situated for Donington Park race circuit.
8
Dawn
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
Attended a family party at the hotel and had a good stay. Friendly and efficient check in and excellent breakfast.
8
Catherine
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved all the old details still in the property its decor is a little tired in some areas but the staff are nice and friendly and breakfast is excellent
Loved all the old details still in the property its decor is a little tired in some areas but the staff are nice and friendly and breakfast is excellent
2
Richard
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
Hotel is currently undergoing a major renovation and is no position to offer paying customers any level of service. No restuarant or bar open. Had i have known this before, i would not have booked to stay here. As i checked out there was a massive leak of water into reception!
8
Jeanette
15 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
The hotel is perfect for a stay if you are going to the Race Circuit. The staff are really pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was fab and at only £10 each a real bargain. There was a nice little bar with a good selection available. This is an old Manor House, with creaky floors and lots of original detail. We were there 3 nights and feel it offered everything we needed. It’s not the Ritz, but the price reflects that. Right in the centre of Castle Donington-plenty of private parking. Will stay again next year.
8
Tracy
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
Nice location, staff were friendly. Hotel is tired and the stairs could do with re gripping as a slight hazard (lots of old winding stairs to get to your room) bathroom light didn’t work, reported but not replaced. Bed was ok, pillows a little flat. However, I could be over critical here as it was grand for us for our stay. Didn’t eat, so cannot comment on food, however the chef was out the front doing a bbq style cook out which looked great. Very close if you have download tickets and there was a free shuttle bus to donnington park right outside the hotel.
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Chris
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Exactly what we needed nothing to complain about, close to the airport and a nice pub across the road
Exactly what we needed nothing to complain about, close to the airport and a nice pub across the road
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Daniel
13 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
WiFi was non existent in room.
WiFi was non existent in room.
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Drew
20 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Used this hotel as my son and I were going to Download and its convenient location was ideal. Contact from the hotel was really good prior to the visit to confirm the names of guests and whether car parking was needed, taking the registration number of the vehicle. Reception staff were helpful as we got there a few hours before check in but they let us in as the room was ready. They confirmed that the booking was for room only and explained that we could book breakfast each day if we wanted to. Room was clean with good storage. The only problem was the lack of water pressure for the shower but that didn't spoil our stay.
Used this hotel as my son and I were going to Download and its convenient location was ideal. Contact from the hotel was really good prior to the visit to confirm the names of guests and whether car parking was needed, taking the registration number of the vehicle. Reception staff were helpful as we got there a few hours before check in but they let us in as the room was ready. They confirmed that the booking was for room only and explained that we could book breakfast each day if we wanted to. Room was clean with good storage. The only problem was the lack of water pressure for the shower but that didn't spoil our stay.
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Simon
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We booked a twin room, described as being located off a courtyard with its own independent entrance. On arrival, my adult son and I found the hotel itself to be pleasant and well-presented. Unfortunately, when we got to our room, it contained a double bed rather than the twin room we had booked. It was also upstairs within the back end of the hotel, and not off the courtyard I spoke to reception and was told there were no twin rooms available. The manager couldn’t explain why we’d been allocated a double room, although there was apparently a twin room available for guests arriving later. When I pointed out that I was already there, I was told those guests had booked directly with the hotel, whereas I had booked through Hotels.com. Fair enough, but it does suggest there may be advantages to booking direct if you want the exact room you’ve reserved. To their credit, staff tried to resolve the issue by providing a Z-bed. Unfortunately, when my son lay on it, it became clear that several springs were missing, making it unusable. Rather than spend the weekend arguing, we did the very British thing, kept a stiff upper lip, and shared the double bed. In the end, it didn’t spoil what had been a trip we’d been looking forward to for over 12 months. At around £300 per night during Download Festival weekend, I was expecting a more premium experience than was delivered. That said, I appreciate that accommodation in the area commands a premium during the festival.
We booked a twin room, described as being located off a courtyard with its own independent entrance. On arrival, my adult son and I found the hotel itself to be pleasant and well-presented. Unfortunately, when we got to our room, it contained a double bed rather than the twin room we had booked. It was also upstairs within the back end of the hotel, and not off the courtyard I spoke to reception and was told there were no twin rooms available. The manager couldn’t explain why we’d been allocated a double room, although there was apparently a twin room available for guests arriving later. When I pointed out that I was already there, I was told those guests had booked directly with the hotel, whereas I had booked through Hotels.com. Fair enough, but it does suggest there may be advantages to booking direct if you want the exact room you’ve reserved. To their credit, staff tried to resolve the issue by providing a Z-bed. Unfortunately, when my son lay on it, it became clear that several springs were missing, making it unusable. Rather than spend the weekend arguing, we did the very British thing, kept a stiff upper lip, and shared the double bed. In the end, it didn’t spoil what had been a trip we’d been looking forward to for over 12 months. At around £300 per night during Download Festival weekend, I was expecting a more premium experience than was delivered. That said, I appreciate that accommodation in the area commands a premium during the festival.
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Angela
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location , lovely clean room , very helpful staff
Great location , lovely clean room , very helpful staff
FAQs about Donington Manor Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6.25 for children.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in the historical district of Derby, within a 10-minute drive of Donington Park Racing Circuit and Donington Grand Prix Collection. It is approximately 3.4 miles from East Midlands Airport.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 10 per stay, and advance request or confirmation is required for availability.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 6.25 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Activities
Garden
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Services
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
24-Hour Front Desk
Internet
Free wi-fi