The Marquess of Exeter
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Marquess Of Exeter, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Children aged 10 and younger eat free breakfast.
Rooms
Stay in one of 17 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Location
Located in Oakham, The Marquess Of Exeter is a 1-minute drive from Lyddington Bede House and 8 minutes from Rockingham Castle. This inn is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Corby Tennis Centre and 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Rutland Water Country Park.
What's nearby
Lyddington Bede House(0.2 Miles)
Rockingham Castle(4.4 Miles)
Corby Tennis Centre(4.8 Miles)
Rutland Water Country Park(5.4 Miles)
Rutland Water(5.5 Miles)
Rutland Water Nature Reserve(5.6 Miles)
Corby Heritage Centre(6.8 Miles)
Corby Boating Lake(6.8 Miles)
Rutland Water Golf Course(6.9 Miles)
Lyndon Visitor Centre(6.9 Miles)
East Carlton Country Park(7.3 Miles)
Rutland County Museum(7.8 Miles)
Launde Park Wood(7.9 Miles)
Oakham Castle(8.1 Miles)
Lyveden(8.3 Miles)
Nottingham (NQT)(34 Miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(77.7 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Garden
Location
52 Main Street, Lyddington, Lyddington, England, United Kingdom
Lyddington Bede House (0.2 Miles)
Rockingham Castle (4.4 Miles)
Corby Tennis Centre (4.8 Miles)
Rutland Water Country Park (5.4 Miles)
Rutland Water (5.5 Miles)
Rutland Water Nature Reserve (5.6 Miles)
Room options
9
Luxury Studio Suite
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
6
Superior Double Room
1 Double Bed
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
8
Standard Double Room
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
10
Family Double Room
1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
8
Premium Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
Guest reviews of The Marquess of Exeter
8.2
Very good
Based on 483 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
10%
Couple
47%
Family
22%
Group
19%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, The Marquess of Exeter is praised for friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and notably tasty Indian dining, all in a quiet, scenic village setting with convenient parking and fast Wi‑Fi, though some maintenance issues appear.
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Across recent reviews, The Marquess of Exeter is praised for friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and notably tasty Indian dining, all in a quiet, scenic village setting with convenient parking and fast Wi‑Fi, though some maintenance issues appear.
Recurring downsides include tired areas, plumbing quirks (hot taps, missing plugs), heat build‑up, squeaky floors and noise from upstairs, and small TVs. Food regularly impresses—especially the Indian menu—while breakfast quality ranges from very good to limited or slow, and meals occasionally arrive at different times. Expect a comfortable rural stay with standout dinners, but be prepared for the odd maintenance or service hiccup.
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Facilities
Reviews highlight ample parking and fast Wi‑Fi. Some outdoor areas and parts of the property feel a bit tired and could use upkeep.
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David
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
10
Martin
25 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I have reviewed this place before but thought it was important to review again to show that they keep to the highest standards. My work head office is 25 miles away and I could stay closer to make life easier but I’m happy to sacrifice a small commute for a few days when we have meetings to stay here. The service, the food, the rooms and the personal touch is exemplary. Fast internet so you can get on with work in a relaxing country surroundings. I work nationwide and have a Premier Inn account but whenever I am at Head Office I don’t book Premier Inn I stay here. Keep up the good work, fantastic.
I have reviewed this place before but thought it was important to review again to show that they keep to the highest standards. My work head office is 25 miles away and I could stay closer to make life easier but I’m happy to sacrifice a small commute for a few days when we have meetings to stay here. The service, the food, the rooms and the personal touch is exemplary. Fast internet so you can get on with work in a relaxing country surroundings. I work nationwide and have a Premier Inn account but whenever I am at Head Office I don’t book Premier Inn I stay here. Keep up the good work, fantastic.
10
Martin
23 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It’s always a great place to stay. Nice rooms, super staff, amazing food, easy parking and super fast Wi-Fi. Anytime I am at head office in Peterborough this is the first place I look to. Keep up the good work!
It’s always a great place to stay. Nice rooms, super staff, amazing food, easy parking and super fast Wi-Fi. Anytime I am at head office in Peterborough this is the first place I look to. Keep up the good work!
10
Fyfe
7 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Just fab, Indian and British Cuisine on the menu, lovely bar and snug and clean rooms next to a farm...
Just fab, Indian and British Cuisine on the menu, lovely bar and snug and clean rooms next to a farm...
10
Robert
16 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
8
Julian
1 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Property lacked maintenance and needed quite a lot of work doing. Covid has obviously taken its toll on the rooms. Owner was juggling his staff between his 3 properties and leaving a shortage at the Marquess. Breakfast was very limited with no menu at all. For the price I was very dissatisfied and disappointed.
Property lacked maintenance and needed quite a lot of work doing. Covid has obviously taken its toll on the rooms. Owner was juggling his staff between his 3 properties and leaving a shortage at the Marquess. Breakfast was very limited with no menu at all. For the price I was very dissatisfied and disappointed.
8
Peter
22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are generally clean. A few guests noted stained carpets and occasional spiders, plus bathrooms that need attention.
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Michael
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
10
David
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
6
David
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall the stay was ok - positives were size of room, cleanliness and facilities in it. Negatives were condition of rooms, temperature and poor eco awareness. The hotel has apparently changed hands in the last 3-4 months which may have impacted things and hopefully they can sort out. Hotel room carpets were heavily stained in places and generally tired. It was clean, but clearly needs tidying up - especially at £130 a night for the room we had. Bathroom was missing sink plugs in sink and bath, so no way of holding water in. Just meant we wasted water running it down the plug hole instead. The other thing was the hotel block was very warm - too warm. Again wasting energy as we just had to open the windows for the hotel rooms to cool down. Staff were however very polite and pleasant. Breakfast was nice- nothing special but enjoyable enough. We would probably go again, although not sure I’d pay that much for a room again.
Overall the stay was ok - positives were size of room, cleanliness and facilities in it. Negatives were condition of rooms, temperature and poor eco awareness. The hotel has apparently changed hands in the last 3-4 months which may have impacted things and hopefully they can sort out. Hotel room carpets were heavily stained in places and generally tired. It was clean, but clearly needs tidying up - especially at £130 a night for the room we had. Bathroom was missing sink plugs in sink and bath, so no way of holding water in. Just meant we wasted water running it down the plug hole instead. The other thing was the hotel block was very warm - too warm. Again wasting energy as we just had to open the windows for the hotel rooms to cool down. Staff were however very polite and pleasant. Breakfast was nice- nothing special but enjoyable enough. We would probably go again, although not sure I’d pay that much for a room again.
8
Chris
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable room, friendly , helpful hosts. Breakfast was good
Clean and comfortable room, friendly , helpful hosts. Breakfast was good
6
Chris
2 Jul 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Service was very friendly but hot tap in bath didn’t work, there was tea/coffee but no kettle! and room was inundated with spiders. The accommodation was looking very dated and tired
Service was very friendly but hot tap in bath didn’t work, there was tea/coffee but no kettle! and room was inundated with spiders. The accommodation was looking very dated and tired
10
Phil
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
8
Laura
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
6
Agata
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
8
Linda
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean and practical place to stay. No frills but good basic room.
Nice clean and practical place to stay. No frills but good basic room.
8
Peter
22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
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Rooms
Rooms are typically spacious, quiet and comfortable with decent amenities and fast Wi‑Fi. Drawbacks include small TVs, firm mattresses, heat build‑up, squeaky floors or noise from above, and minor maintenance issues like faulty taps or missing plugs.
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Chris
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All very good and lovely to have a bath however missing a plug, so unable to use. Also very noisy floor in the sofa area.
All very good and lovely to have a bath however missing a plug, so unable to use. Also very noisy floor in the sofa area.
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Antonella
11 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The place was lovely and the Indian restaurant associated with it truly delicious. Staff were courteous and attentive. However, our bed was super hard and uncomfortable, and neither of us got a wink of sleep. But honestly, that was the only downside to an otherwise lovely stay.
The place was lovely and the Indian restaurant associated with it truly delicious. Staff were courteous and attentive. However, our bed was super hard and uncomfortable, and neither of us got a wink of sleep. But honestly, that was the only downside to an otherwise lovely stay.
8
David
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean with polite staff, only let down on minor points. TV reception very poor. Cold tap in bathroom often ran hot. Could have done with a comfortable chair in the room.
Clean with polite staff, only let down on minor points. TV reception very poor. Cold tap in bathroom often ran hot. Could have done with a comfortable chair in the room.
10
Michael
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
6
David
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall the stay was ok - positives were size of room, cleanliness and facilities in it. Negatives were condition of rooms, temperature and poor eco awareness. The hotel has apparently changed hands in the last 3-4 months which may have impacted things and hopefully they can sort out. Hotel room carpets were heavily stained in places and generally tired. It was clean, but clearly needs tidying up - especially at £130 a night for the room we had. Bathroom was missing sink plugs in sink and bath, so no way of holding water in. Just meant we wasted water running it down the plug hole instead. The other thing was the hotel block was very warm - too warm. Again wasting energy as we just had to open the windows for the hotel rooms to cool down. Staff were however very polite and pleasant. Breakfast was nice- nothing special but enjoyable enough. We would probably go again, although not sure I’d pay that much for a room again.
Overall the stay was ok - positives were size of room, cleanliness and facilities in it. Negatives were condition of rooms, temperature and poor eco awareness. The hotel has apparently changed hands in the last 3-4 months which may have impacted things and hopefully they can sort out. Hotel room carpets were heavily stained in places and generally tired. It was clean, but clearly needs tidying up - especially at £130 a night for the room we had. Bathroom was missing sink plugs in sink and bath, so no way of holding water in. Just meant we wasted water running it down the plug hole instead. The other thing was the hotel block was very warm - too warm. Again wasting energy as we just had to open the windows for the hotel rooms to cool down. Staff were however very polite and pleasant. Breakfast was nice- nothing special but enjoyable enough. We would probably go again, although not sure I’d pay that much for a room again.
6
Allison
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Definitely not a 4 star as stated. Had to change room as the mattress was terrible. Second room was better but not brilliant. Way too hot so had window open all night. No mirror in bathroom and not many toiletries. Breakfast was just average. No fruit or yoghurts.
Definitely not a 4 star as stated. Had to change room as the mattress was terrible. Second room was better but not brilliant. Way too hot so had window open all night. No mirror in bathroom and not many toiletries. Breakfast was just average. No fruit or yoghurts.
10
Robert
16 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
8
Fiona
24 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful, rural location. Delicious Indian evening meal. Bathroom looked lovely but hot taps didn't work and shower screen leaked so some maintenance needed. If that was fixed I'd gladly stay here again :)
Beautiful, rural location. Delicious Indian evening meal. Bathroom looked lovely but hot taps didn't work and shower screen leaked so some maintenance needed. If that was fixed I'd gladly stay here again :)
10
Phil
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
8
Laura
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
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Service
Many guests praise friendly, welcoming staff and helpful service across the hotel and restaurant. Others report slow breakfast service, gaps at check‑in or early checkout, uneven training, and one instance of closure without prior notice.
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Victoria
12 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was closed. We were not informed of the closure. Our clients arrived from Singapore and Australia to find notices on the door that it was closed for the foreseeable future. The hotel has been taken over by new management who clearly thought not contacting customers to provide them with this information was acceptable. Having spoke with the previous management( who were amazing!), They explained that all current booking information was provided at hand over. We will never be using this venue again whilst under this management. Appalling!
The hotel was closed. We were not informed of the closure. Our clients arrived from Singapore and Australia to find notices on the door that it was closed for the foreseeable future. The hotel has been taken over by new management who clearly thought not contacting customers to provide them with this information was acceptable. Having spoke with the previous management( who were amazing!), They explained that all current booking information was provided at hand over. We will never be using this venue again whilst under this management. Appalling!
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Mark
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel with fantastic service
Excellent hotel with fantastic service
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Michael
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
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Phil
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay. Lovely big room. Comfortable bed. Really quiet at night. Breakfast good both days, dinner was excellent. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Excellent stay. Lovely big room. Comfortable bed. Really quiet at night. Breakfast good both days, dinner was excellent. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
10
Joan
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely delightful staff. Superb dining. Lovely buzzing atmosphere
Absolutely delightful staff. Superb dining. Lovely buzzing atmosphere
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Julian
1 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Property lacked maintenance and needed quite a lot of work doing. Covid has obviously taken its toll on the rooms. Owner was juggling his staff between his 3 properties and leaving a shortage at the Marquess. Breakfast was very limited with no menu at all. For the price I was very dissatisfied and disappointed.
Property lacked maintenance and needed quite a lot of work doing. Covid has obviously taken its toll on the rooms. Owner was juggling his staff between his 3 properties and leaving a shortage at the Marquess. Breakfast was very limited with no menu at all. For the price I was very dissatisfied and disappointed.
10
Phil
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
8
Laura
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
6
Agata
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
8
Peter
22 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
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Location
Set in a quiet, picturesque village that several guests enjoyed exploring. It offers a peaceful base away from busier towns.
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Matias
15 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Place was comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the area very much.
Place was comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the area very much.
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Nicholas
5 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub with an accommodation block at the rear. Further investment would return this place to it's obvious former glory, but for the price we paid we were pleasantly surprised with the quality we received and would absolutely stay again. Interesting plumbing, seemingly hot water from both taps (?!?) only added to the fun. Lovely service, brilliant Indian food, great location. The village is well worth a stroll around. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely old pub with an accommodation block at the rear. Further investment would return this place to it's obvious former glory, but for the price we paid we were pleasantly surprised with the quality we received and would absolutely stay again. Interesting plumbing, seemingly hot water from both taps (?!?) only added to the fun. Lovely service, brilliant Indian food, great location. The village is well worth a stroll around. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
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David
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
8
Andrew
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good friendly hotel in a lovely part of the country
Very good friendly hotel in a lovely part of the country
10
Samir
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, service and room. Food was excellent.
Great location, service and room. Food was excellent.
10
Hans
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rural hotel
Lovely rural hotel
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Robert
16 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
Lovely location great room with garden view only negative is noise from the room above I think they could do with sound proofing
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Fiona
24 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful, rural location. Delicious Indian evening meal. Bathroom looked lovely but hot taps didn't work and shower screen leaked so some maintenance needed. If that was fixed I'd gladly stay here again :)
Beautiful, rural location. Delicious Indian evening meal. Bathroom looked lovely but hot taps didn't work and shower screen leaked so some maintenance needed. If that was fixed I'd gladly stay here again :)
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Agata
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
10
Karl
5 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice accommodation and pub/restaurant. Pleasant staff, easy check in, rooms nice and spacious. Very quiet location in a picturesque village, sampled both pubs. Lovely breakfast
Very nice accommodation and pub/restaurant. Pleasant staff, easy check in, rooms nice and spacious. Very quiet location in a picturesque village, sampled both pubs. Lovely breakfast
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Dining
Dinner is a standout, with frequent praise for the Indian menu and overall quality. Breakfast ranges from very good to limited or slow, and a few stays saw service disruptions or dishes arriving at different times.
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Paul
11 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely room. Evening cuisine excellent. Indian options outstanding. Lovely staff.
Lovely room. Evening cuisine excellent. Indian options outstanding. Lovely staff.
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Anthony
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great pub with fantastic rooms, food is great lots of choices just all our food didn’t come out together 6 of us and first person had finished by time last person had got there food otherwise no problems
Great pub with fantastic rooms, food is great lots of choices just all our food didn’t come out together 6 of us and first person had finished by time last person had got there food otherwise no problems
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David
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
We stayed two nights at The Marquess of Exeter on our way home from the west country. The room was lovely, very comfortable and clean. We ate there both evenings and the food was excellent. Lyddington is a very pretty little village, we enjoyed walking with our dog around by the church and in the countryside. We requested a downstairs room which had the advantage of doors into the gardens, this was very helpful to take our dog outside. The gardens do need tidying up but I expect they will do that as the weather gets warmer and customers want to sit outside. Would definitely stay there again.
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Charles
12 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very polite and helpful staff. Room a decent size and clean. Was not able to eat in the restaurant due to a gas failure but reputation is good. Very enjoyable stay.
Very polite and helpful staff. Room a decent size and clean. Was not able to eat in the restaurant due to a gas failure but reputation is good. Very enjoyable stay.
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Allison
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Definitely not a 4 star as stated. Had to change room as the mattress was terrible. Second room was better but not brilliant. Way too hot so had window open all night. No mirror in bathroom and not many toiletries. Breakfast was just average. No fruit or yoghurts.
Definitely not a 4 star as stated. Had to change room as the mattress was terrible. Second room was better but not brilliant. Way too hot so had window open all night. No mirror in bathroom and not many toiletries. Breakfast was just average. No fruit or yoghurts.
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Samir
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, service and room. Food was excellent.
Great location, service and room. Food was excellent.
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NIGEL
14 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great place, good food, pricey on meals but excellent quality so expected Really enjoyable, great people make you very welcome
Great place, good food, pricey on meals but excellent quality so expected Really enjoyable, great people make you very welcome
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Phil
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
I’ve stayed here quite a few times when working in the area. Rooms are decent, clean. Would like a bigger tv but not the end of the world. Staff always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good. Most evenings I work too late to have evening food but I did eat one evening and had the most amazing Butter Chicken. Always the first place I look to book when I’m working in this area.
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Laura
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
10
Michael
5 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The welcome you have here is FANTASTIC, we didn’t have dinner but it smelt lovely. Breakfast as one of the best I have had and I use hotels every week, not too small, not too much and the produce quantity is definitely up there. WILL STAY AGAIN
The welcome you have here is FANTASTIC, we didn’t have dinner but it smelt lovely. Breakfast as one of the best I have had and I use hotels every week, not too small, not too much and the produce quantity is definitely up there. WILL STAY AGAIN
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Matthew
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Brilliant
Brilliant
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Brian
8 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
All spot on. Would definitely use again
All spot on. Would definitely use again
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marney
1 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly bar staff. Room was functional Plenty of parking. Furnishings dated. Nothing exceptional but nothing terrible
Friendly bar staff. Room was functional Plenty of parking. Furnishings dated. Nothing exceptional but nothing terrible
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Dan
30 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in scenic country village, I’ve been a repeat hotel and restaurant customer for 5 yrs- always very satisfied. Rooms clean and comfortable, however the standout features are the wonderful attentive and friendly staff team, and the quality and variety of food encompassing multiple Indian dishes and also an “english pub food” menu. Recent revamp has seen it get better and every visit theres another improvement been made. Give it a try - you won’t be disappointed !
Great location in scenic country village, I’ve been a repeat hotel and restaurant customer for 5 yrs- always very satisfied. Rooms clean and comfortable, however the standout features are the wonderful attentive and friendly staff team, and the quality and variety of food encompassing multiple Indian dishes and also an “english pub food” menu. Recent revamp has seen it get better and every visit theres another improvement been made. Give it a try - you won’t be disappointed !
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Rupert
9 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel with great bar and restaurant. Very nice village location.
Lovely hotel with great bar and restaurant. Very nice village location.
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FAQs about The Marquess of Exeter
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 10 per person. Children aged 10 and younger eat free breakfast.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of GBP 15, subject to availability.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Oakham, just a 1-minute drive from Lyddington Bede House and 8 minutes from Rockingham Castle. It is approximately 4.8 miles from Corby Tennis Centre and 5.4 miles from Rutland Water Country Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children aged 10 and younger can stay for free. Specific policies regarding older children are not provided.
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- 2026-10-22: 74.96440726821899USD
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- 2026-11-05: 84.78581852500916USD
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- 2026-11-07: 84.85575193843842USD
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- 2026-11-21: 89.83697311664581USD
- 2026-11-22: 106.98838888401032USD
- 2026-11-23: 84.85575193843842USD
- 2026-11-24: 89.39178431770324USD
- 2026-11-25: 108.79041774024964USD
- 2026-11-26: 90.68583069309234USD
- 2026-11-27: 106.39690407550812USD
- 2026-11-28: 119.69527041419983USD
- 2026-11-29: 107.60584724819184USD
- 2026-11-30: 99.70795157428742USD
- 2026-12-01: 110.06369554409027USD
- 2026-12-02: 110.06369554409027USD
- 2026-12-03: 109.35152872688293USD
- 2026-12-04: 98.74359985160828USD
- 2026-12-05: 107.60584724819184USD
- 2026-12-06: 107.70056426204681USD
- 2026-12-07: 107.70056426204681USD
- 2026-12-08: 85.2155635881424USD
- 2026-12-09: 100.64628693714141USD
- 2026-12-10: 110.06369554409027USD
- 2026-12-11: 110.06369554409027USD
- 2026-12-12: 89.84139050449372USD
- 2026-12-13: 100.64628693714141USD
- 2026-12-14: 85.2155635881424USD
- 2026-12-15: 110.06369554409027USD
- 2026-12-16: 102.90995850597382USD
- 2026-12-17: 89.39178431770324USD
- 2026-12-18: 98.74359985160828USD
- 2026-12-19: 84.85575193843842USD
- 2026-12-20: 110.62320565567016USD
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
- Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
- Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM
- Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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