Name: Garrison Hotel
Address: Garrison Hotel, 635, Penistone Rd, Hillsborough Barracks, Hillsborough, Sheffield, Sheffield District, England, United Kingdom, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, GB
Price range: $60–$163 per night
Rating: 8.43

What guests think

Garrison Hotel draws praise for its friendly, helpful staff and distinctive historic setting, with many guests finding rooms comfortable and good value, and the location handy for the tram, Hillsborough/Owlerton venues, shops and nearby amenities.

Multiple reviews describe dated décor and ongoing maintenance issues, particularly unreliable heating. Breakfast and bar experiences vary widely, with some enjoying hearty meals while others report limited choice, cold dishes, long waits or early closing and occasional event-related disruption. Cleanliness is generally satisfactory but lapses are noted, and there are many steps with no lift, plus parking can be limited or inconvenient. Expect a characterful, budget-friendly stay best suited to travellers prioritising value and location over modern finishes.

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Facilities

There is an on-site bar/restaurant and free parking, but guests report early bar closing or dinner unavailable at times, and parking can be limited or located away from reception. The building has many steps and no lift; vending machines are absent.

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8

Josh

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There are no vending machines but there is a gas station nearby if you want snacks or drinks

6

Sean

Oct 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty disappointing overall, whilst the service was excellent from all staff members, the room was " tired", the bath had a large split along the bath panel itself. The adjoining "pub" The Garrison was closed before 21.50 when we returned for a " nightcap". Finally, the breakfast this morning whilst plentiful and set out very nicely on our plates was cold, tepid at best, shame but going downhill.

6

k

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic hotel in need of a refurb. Chalet style rooms. Walk to breakfast was outside into rail, along courtyard and up 2 floors on wooden creaking staircase. No lift. While place feels tired. No brand and overall marketing plan. Randoms pictures and framed butterflies on walls. King size bed room was accessible room with 60s bathroom like a hospital and felt overpriced Nice staff though. Good Yorkshire folk working hard to look after customers.

8

Carina

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking available

8

Celia

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff were very helpful and room comfortable. For me, the over bath shower was a problem as i had real problems, particularly getting out. More walk-in showers might be a good investment!! Parking on site is extremely limited, which could be a serious drawback.

8

Elaine

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking not great

6

Rajesh

Jul 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to supermarket Poor parking facility although promised Gave receipt of lesser amount than what I paid to Expedia No views from room. Oddly constructed room

8

peter

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique unusual building. Dinner not available. Bar closed early

8

John

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was great - a good sized room, very good value for money and free parking - but the attached bar was disappointing. We returned from an event at c10:30pm to an empty bar and had to ring the bell for service. The lady took some time to appear and immediately told us that she was about to call time - we were the only people in there! 5 people arrived after us - 2 had to plead to be served, the third was told that it was takeaway only and the last 2 were refused service, despite the fact that 7 of us were still sitting there drinking. We were all told to leave bang on 11pm, despite the hotel website saying that the bar was open until 11 (it wasn’t) and being forewarned that they host events at weekends that could cause noise disturbance until 12:30.

10

Martin

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check-in, lots of parking available, good internet speed. Breakfast served from 7am and opened promptly at 7am. Easy check-out. Also a reasonably priced pub too. I will be staying again.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean or spotless, yet cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent, with reports of missed cleaning, stained carpets and bathroom grime.

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Jason

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spotless and the staff where friendly

10

Darren

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed here before and will stay again ! Clean rooms, good food !

8

john

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

nice clean room

10

Amy

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took a while checking in but everything else really good. Would stay here again and was in a very good location for us. Rooms were nice warm and clean.

6

Pauline

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

In our party we had three rooms, we all commented how cold the rooms were, heating on but not working. One of our parties room was very dirty, having found sanitary wear under one of the chairs.

4

Gillian

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is like staying at your grandmas house. I didn’t like that I couldn’t open the curtains as the bedroom was directly into the courtyard with people walking through. Because it’s so old it felt dirty which may be a little unfair but the bathroom Lino is definitely not clean around the edges. The carpet has interesting stains! It wasn’t for me and I won’t stay here again

10

James

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay, room was clean and a good size

8

Shelley

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed my visit, could do with some touch up’s to furniture & bath was rusting but overall very clean & an enjoyable stay

10

Shaun

Jan 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff, especially the bar staff. The two ladies were very helpful and friendly . The food was good and rooms nice and clean.

4

Sandra

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was excellent Hotel very run down, breakfast room next morning was still full of confetti and general rubbish on the floors - disgusting. Breakfast was fair. I suppose it’s a 3* hotel so you should expect basic but not bad housekeeping is not acceptable. The location was brilliant and they are certainly missing a trick, a bit of money spent on updating it would increase their revenue. In my opinion.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with some quiet nights and good Wi-Fi, but many are dated and maintenance issues recur, notably weak or unreliable heating and aging fixtures. Layout involves external access and lots of steps with no lift, and occasional event noise or light seepage can affect rest.

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10

Ronald

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good sized rooms and friendly staff. Nice breakfast, good value for money

6

k

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic hotel in need of a refurb. Chalet style rooms. Walk to breakfast was outside into rail, along courtyard and up 2 floors on wooden creaking staircase. No lift. While place feels tired. No brand and overall marketing plan. Randoms pictures and framed butterflies on walls. King size bed room was accessible room with 60s bathroom like a hospital and felt overpriced Nice staff though. Good Yorkshire folk working hard to look after customers.

10

Nicola

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Good breakfast 😋. Lovely big room.

6

Dave

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location but the rooms were a bit too cool being honest

6

dawn

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very dated

10

Jason

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty good but the radiator does not work !! Quite chilly

6

Lesley

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old and outdated but clean and quiet

10

Tim

Mar 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel. Room size is excellent and the facilities are good. The hotel wi-fi was also very good and easy to access.

6

Lainey

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but a tad tired. We did report to reception that there was no heating and told it was because we had checked in earlier than 4pm but still no heating for the duration of our stay. I am assuming this is a known issue as the room had a spare heater to warm the room. We reported on leaving there was still no heating but again nothing was made of it.

8

MALCOLM

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly efficient staff. Quiet and comfortable.

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Service

Service is a standout, with consistently friendly, helpful staff, smooth check-in/out and proactive assistance including late arrivals and early check-ins. Occasional bar service frustrations around closing times are noted.

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graham

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyed staying at the Garrison. The receptionist gave me a fascinating history of the building and its various uses over the centuries. Cosy little bar, with friendly service. The hotel was comfortable quiet and the breakfast was outstanding. I’ll definitely be coming back.

10

Berton

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Liam is one of the best front desk people we have ever met so helpful and polite and I highly recommend this staff and hotel

10

NICOLA

Apr 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Gareth

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel , perfect location . friendly and helpful staff

10

James

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t have breakfast. The staff are a brilliant asset for the hotel, nothing was too much for them and they did it with a smile, sometimes in the face of adversity, I can’t praise them highly enough, my only concern is that the hotel is really in need of an upgrade, in particular the door/key system seriously needs looking at.

8

Laura

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was an emergency stop- over which served its purpose. I liked the fact there were real ‘in person’ staff available 24 hours to check me in on v late arrival. Room comfortable and extra blanket appreciated. Having missed dinner ( stranded on train) I was looking forward to breakfast but appreciated the refund as chef unavailable. V good value overall.

10

kayzi

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a lovely time. Graham on reception was very helpful and informative about places to go etc. Nice breakfast and hope to return again

8

John

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was great - a good sized room, very good value for money and free parking - but the attached bar was disappointing. We returned from an event at c10:30pm to an empty bar and had to ring the bell for service. The lady took some time to appear and immediately told us that she was about to call time - we were the only people in there! 5 people arrived after us - 2 had to plead to be served, the third was told that it was takeaway only and the last 2 were refused service, despite the fact that 7 of us were still sitting there drinking. We were all told to leave bang on 11pm, despite the hotel website saying that the bar was open until 11 (it wasn’t) and being forewarned that they host events at weekends that could cause noise disturbance until 12:30.

8

MALCOLM

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly efficient staff. Quiet and comfortable.

10

Martin

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check-in, lots of parking available, good internet speed. Breakfast served from 7am and opened promptly at 7am. Easy check-out. Also a reasonably priced pub too. I will be staying again.

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Location

Convenient for Hillsborough/Owlerton venues, shops and a tram stop into the city; a couple of miles from the centre. Handy for travel and events but not a central location.

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10

Elaine

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel. Going to football match at Sheffield Wednesday so was an easy walk. Breakfast was good.

10

Gareth

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel , perfect location . friendly and helpful staff

8

Francesca

Apr 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Finally made it to the snooker, and booked The Garrison well in advance as it offered free parking and was a handy drive from the East Coast. Short walk to the tram so no issues with getting into and out of town, even late at night. Loved the room and the setting overall, so convenient for shops, food etc. I would say don't bother with breakfast. People were lovely but the choice was limited, coffee machine broken etc - first day was a tiny omlette on a big plate, second day the full Yorkshire saw a plate swimming in lumious yellow oil, just as convenient ot grab a bite nearby (which is a shame as we loved staying here overall - and we will be back but saving £ on breakfast next time).

10

Robert

Mar 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Close to shops and public transport. About half a mile walk to Sheffield Wednesdays stadium. Lovely breakfast and great staff.

10

Paul

Nov 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to local shops and transport links.

10

Darren

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A couple of miles out of town but well located. Rooms clean and today, breakfast decent quality however the breakfast room itself feels dated and could do with a modern refresh. There’s a lot of empty space in the dining room which could be lifted with some sofas and a tv perhaps to make it feel more welcoming

8

Graham

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing historic building near links to local Trams

10

Rosemary

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable bed. Safe and convenient location.

10

Paul

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location for owlerton stadium

8

Paul

Jun 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice with a bath and great value for money, the food in the bar was nice and the staff were very good. Reception booking in was also very good. A tram stop is just over the road and a McDonald’s directly outside. Will definitely return the next time we visit Sheffield.

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Dining

Breakfast and bar food receive mixed feedback: several guests praised tasty, hearty breakfasts, while many reported limited choice, cold plates, long waits or no chef and a broken coffee machine. Bar hours can be restricted and dinner unavailable at times.

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10

Ronald

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good sized rooms and friendly staff. Nice breakfast, good value for money

6

Andrzej

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfasts were very poor, on the first day there was no cook and the choice was very limited continental style, on the last day there was a cook but there was only one choice. The strange thing was that outside in front of the door there was a light that was on all the time, all night long. The worst was the shower, it was so leaky that more water poured out of the hose than the shower head.

10

Elaine

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel. Going to football match at Sheffield Wednesday so was an easy walk. Breakfast was good.

8

Anthony

May 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cracking hotel but they need to sort out the breakfast arrangements. Went a couple of weeks ago and the coffee machine is still broken and you can wait for up to 45 mins for you food to come to your table

8

Lynne

Feb 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A nice overnight stay in a good sized room with a lovely breakfast in the morning.

8

Sean

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed quite a few times now and always pleasant enough. A special mention for the receptionist, who " allowed" us to book in earlier than normal as we were on a tight schedule. Will only book a room though next time, as breakfast was poor ( temp wise) served on cold plates, and also the heating was only put on in the dining room AFTER we entered, so the room was as cold as the food.

8

Ning

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staffs were super friendly, the breakfast was outstanding. I can tell this hotel has history as so many elderly couples chose there for staying. There is a Morrison just right across the road, and a MacDonald behind the hotel. It perfectly juggle both young and elder generation.

4

robert

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room a bit smelly with extracting system in the toilet not working. Breakfast awful, I asked for the missing sausage and arrived cold. Just a reminder cooked food must be kept at 65degrees at least, coffe horrible

10

Doreen

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I’ve stayed here a few times and absolutely love it. Easy to park, tram into town. Breakfast is fantastic too.

8

peter

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique unusual building. Dinner not available. Bar closed early

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Month	Average price
January	$76
February	$77
March	$72
April	$81
May	$82
June	$81
July	$113
August	$78
September	$87
October	$82
November	$85
December	$80

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5 $128
6 $60	7 $70	8 $81	9 $125	10 $79	11 $79	12 $161
13 $64	14 $68	15 $99	16 $93	17 $83	18 $87	19 $159
20 $62	21 $75	22 $94	23 $86	24 $81	25 $112	26 $138
27 $66	28 $67	29 $90	30 $79

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $76	2 $84	3 $163
4 $72	5 $80	6 $89	7 $87	8 $67	9 $159	10
11 $66	12 $70	13 $90	14 $90	15 $80	16 $114	17 $163
18 $70	19 $69	20 $85	21 $91	22 $87	23 $115	24 $163
25 $65	26 $68	27 $77	28 $74	29 $73	30 $92	31 $109

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