Kings Park Hotel

Excellent place to stay, helpful staff, comfortable room and a free continental breakfast, unfortunately the restaurant was no longer open Which was a bit of a shame hopefully it gets back up and running, the park directly opposite was brilliant was nice for a stroll along the water and a evening run along the canal, hotel was great value for money and Retford town was quite pleasant, would stay again.

This was a reasonably priced hotel. It is a shame that there isn’t any parking on site, but car parks are close by to be fair. The room looked tired and could do with a refresh. The staff were friendly and helpful. They helped with our luggage so i couldn’t fault the staff there.

Just a two day stop over .So, cant grumble. Parking is a real problem as the off street is permit or time restricted Managed with the kind help of the hotel to find something but dont count on this one off. All in all it was fine.

We waited 10 minutes to check in, despite calling the phone number on reception twice. We got to our room and there were stains on the pillows, the carpet was filthy, the light shade had years worth of cobwebs on and one of the taps did a near on 360 degree turn in the bathroom. It was a 3 person room although it only had 1 large towel and the bed for the 3rd person was rough enough to break a man’s back, Luckily there were only 2 of us staying. There is 1 parking space that is so tight you have to breath in to get in your car and then pull the car out to let passengers in. The people were fairly friendly enough which is about the only positive. Sorry! Shoestring budget and greedy business owners seems to be the cause of all of the above. Not even cheap.

On arrival had to wait at the reception desk as the receptionist was “helping behind the bar” Got to room and there were issue with broken toilet flush and dirty brown slime in the shower (just not cleaned) When I went to ask for a change of room, I had to wait at the bar as the manager was “busy” after the lady behind the bar had heard what my issues were and spent a few minutes explaining them to the manager in her office… so I asked for the most complicated of drinks while I waited - lime and lemonade. I was asked if I actually wanted like in, and I was a little sarcastic in my “it wouldn’t be a lemon and lime drink without it” reply. Barmaid tutted and made reference to having to go get some more lime cordial from the cellar…( a whole 20 metres away) then on asking for £2.25, I presented a £5 note and was told “I don’t have change for that can you pay by card? 5 mins later she had “found someone and now had the change. At this point, still no manager to discuss my needs and the issues with the room. Eventually the general manager appeared, was initially quite defensive, but on my calm but serious comment that I had taken Photographs if she would like to see them and let’s go actually look at what I’m saying in the actual room” she backed down, went into full reverse and agreed to move rooms. The new room was clean and as expected apart from there was no air-con or fan (and it was a heat wave outside) Breakfast was ok. I did receive a refund - eventually!

Very comfortable stay in a quirky ex-police station. It’s a pity the restaurant wasn’t open. My room was spacious with a stand alone bath. The fixtures and fittings were of high standard. The room was very clean apart from an oversight whereby the previous persons towel was hanging on the door and the bin needed emptied! Breakfast was good quality although not much choice for some, however, a large fry always suits my needs. The staff were all pleasant and we were even given a quick tour of the cells. Not sure why there has been so many negative comments so far, my only comment would be the lack of atmosphere but with a dozen rooms and no restaurant I guess other guests had to go somewhere else of an evening.

Very well proportioned room and very comfortable. Staff very friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately restaurant was closed other than for breakfast but it is very central to loads of cafes/restaurants and I enjoyed the walk along the canal to get Sunday lunch. Very pleasant stay and very quiet at night.

Room was average. No restaurant, breakfast minimal. Found it disappointing, felt pictures were not accurate to this accommodation.

The restaurant was closed so I had to walk around the local streets until I found somewhere, which was poor. The breakfast was very poor in the hotel. I asked for scrambled egg and was served what looked like 2 poached eggs with hard yokes, chopped up on dry toast. I overheard a guest on another table say their sausages were cold.

The place is very good and in a good place. Although it didn't have cooked breakfast I really enjoyed my stay there 😍

Stayed over for a party a few miles away . No taxis around at all!! Room small but cosy. Bed comfy and bedding smelt fresh and clean. Could do with a deep clean. Stains on carpets, mould in shower, cowbeds on lamps and walls. Continental Breakfast you help yourself to. Very minimal and cheap goods. Ok for a one night stay and close to town.

Room was dated, dusty,carpet was dirty mouĺd in bathroom and needs painting and mould.on wall Attention to detail needs to be actioned Bedding was spotkess and the reception was wonderful (Man from Pakistan)

In need of maintenance in rooms. Very cold in dining area. Rooms not serviced daily & had to request towels & toilet rolls. Staff friendly tho.

We waited 10 minutes to check in, despite calling the phone number on reception twice. We got to our room and there were stains on the pillows, the carpet was filthy, the light shade had years worth of cobwebs on and one of the taps did a near on 360 degree turn in the bathroom. It was a 3 person room although it only had 1 large towel and the bed for the 3rd person was rough enough to break a man’s back, Luckily there were only 2 of us staying. There is 1 parking space that is so tight you have to breath in to get in your car and then pull the car out to let passengers in. The people were fairly friendly enough which is about the only positive. Sorry! Shoestring budget and greedy business owners seems to be the cause of all of the above. Not even cheap.

On arrival had to wait at the reception desk as the receptionist was “helping behind the bar” Got to room and there were issue with broken toilet flush and dirty brown slime in the shower (just not cleaned) When I went to ask for a change of room, I had to wait at the bar as the manager was “busy” after the lady behind the bar had heard what my issues were and spent a few minutes explaining them to the manager in her office… so I asked for the most complicated of drinks while I waited - lime and lemonade. I was asked if I actually wanted like in, and I was a little sarcastic in my “it wouldn’t be a lemon and lime drink without it” reply. Barmaid tutted and made reference to having to go get some more lime cordial from the cellar…( a whole 20 metres away) then on asking for £2.25, I presented a £5 note and was told “I don’t have change for that can you pay by card? 5 mins later she had “found someone and now had the change. At this point, still no manager to discuss my needs and the issues with the room. Eventually the general manager appeared, was initially quite defensive, but on my calm but serious comment that I had taken Photographs if she would like to see them and let’s go actually look at what I’m saying in the actual room” she backed down, went into full reverse and agreed to move rooms. The new room was clean and as expected apart from there was no air-con or fan (and it was a heat wave outside) Breakfast was ok. I did receive a refund - eventually!

Very comfortable stay in a quirky ex-police station. It’s a pity the restaurant wasn’t open. My room was spacious with a stand alone bath. The fixtures and fittings were of high standard. The room was very clean apart from an oversight whereby the previous persons towel was hanging on the door and the bin needed emptied! Breakfast was good quality although not much choice for some, however, a large fry always suits my needs. The staff were all pleasant and we were even given a quick tour of the cells. Not sure why there has been so many negative comments so far, my only comment would be the lack of atmosphere but with a dozen rooms and no restaurant I guess other guests had to go somewhere else of an evening.

It was good to stay one night. Clean and comfortable. However, breakfast was a disappointment.

Stayed for one night while visiting family over xmas hols. Room was clean, comfortable and lovely and warm. Only met two staff but both very friendly and helpful. I was late due to traffic and they stayed at reception until I arrived and carried my case to the room for me. Breakfast was basic but complementary so certainly nothing to complain about. Various cereals. Brown and white bread for toast, butter and jam yogurts, pastries, tea, coffee and juice. Would stay again and it was cheaper (and nicer) than travellodge

The Hotel is a shocker unclean floors and carpets bathroom bed and linen had dirty marks and hair in the bed a tea cup had a scum mark half way up in the middle it had not been washed We were moved from one room to another which was just as bad we packed up and left after 20 minutes feeling unclean and scratching this place is a disgrace I am requesting a full refund

Exceptionally clean. Comfy bed. Breakfast was basic but nice - cereal, yoghurts, toast, juice and hot drinks etc

Stayed over for a party a few miles away . No taxis around at all!! Room small but cosy. Bed comfy and bedding smelt fresh and clean. Could do with a deep clean. Stains on carpets, mould in shower, cowbeds on lamps and walls. Continental Breakfast you help yourself to. Very minimal and cheap goods. Ok for a one night stay and close to town.

Room was dated, dusty,carpet was dirty mouĺd in bathroom and needs painting and mould.on wall Attention to detail needs to be actioned Bedding was spotkess and the reception was wonderful (Man from Pakistan)

The hotel use to be a police station,so the building has lots of character. It is lacking in chef so the breakfast was limited however adequate. The room was nice and the bed was comfy even if outdated.

Very comfortable stay in a quirky ex-police station. It’s a pity the restaurant wasn’t open. My room was spacious with a stand alone bath. The fixtures and fittings were of high standard. The room was very clean apart from an oversight whereby the previous persons towel was hanging on the door and the bin needed emptied! Breakfast was good quality although not much choice for some, however, a large fry always suits my needs. The staff were all pleasant and we were even given a quick tour of the cells. Not sure why there has been so many negative comments so far, my only comment would be the lack of atmosphere but with a dozen rooms and no restaurant I guess other guests had to go somewhere else of an evening.

The room was cold as heating was not working and had this noise that kept me awake. The window also kept making a banging sound. No towels were supplied and there was no one to contact after 10pm.

Very well proportioned room and very comfortable. Staff very friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately restaurant was closed other than for breakfast but it is very central to loads of cafes/restaurants and I enjoyed the walk along the canal to get Sunday lunch. Very pleasant stay and very quiet at night.

Outdated and dusty room. The bathroom was large but the finishing was poor. The taps in the shower was broken and the only water was scouring hot and unusable.

Could do with a little tlc generally in the rooms, service etc .

We booked for 1 adult one child (2 beds) on arrival there was minimal staff. Our room was large and clean but only the double bed was made up, no bedding for the sofa bed and no staff to ask. This meant I slept on the sofa bed with no pillow/blanket, needless to say I didn’t really sleep. Not great when we paid more than we would have in a premier or travel lodge -

I would have given an excellent rating but for two things. I was told that the doors would be locked at 10 pm but on arriving at 9:30 pm found them locked and reception unmanned. Secondly the shower temperature could not be adjusted from scalding hot so unable to shower before I left.

In need of maintenance in rooms. Very cold in dining area. Rooms not serviced daily & had to request towels & toilet rolls. Staff friendly tho.

This was a reasonably priced hotel. It is a shame that there isn’t any parking on site, but car parks are close by to be fair. The room looked tired and could do with a refresh. The staff were friendly and helpful. They helped with our luggage so i couldn’t fault the staff there.

On arrival had to wait at the reception desk as the receptionist was “helping behind the bar” Got to room and there were issue with broken toilet flush and dirty brown slime in the shower (just not cleaned) When I went to ask for a change of room, I had to wait at the bar as the manager was “busy” after the lady behind the bar had heard what my issues were and spent a few minutes explaining them to the manager in her office… so I asked for the most complicated of drinks while I waited - lime and lemonade. I was asked if I actually wanted like in, and I was a little sarcastic in my “it wouldn’t be a lemon and lime drink without it” reply. Barmaid tutted and made reference to having to go get some more lime cordial from the cellar…( a whole 20 metres away) then on asking for £2.25, I presented a £5 note and was told “I don’t have change for that can you pay by card? 5 mins later she had “found someone and now had the change. At this point, still no manager to discuss my needs and the issues with the room. Eventually the general manager appeared, was initially quite defensive, but on my calm but serious comment that I had taken Photographs if she would like to see them and let’s go actually look at what I’m saying in the actual room” she backed down, went into full reverse and agreed to move rooms. The new room was clean and as expected apart from there was no air-con or fan (and it was a heat wave outside) Breakfast was ok. I did receive a refund - eventually!

The room was cold as heating was not working and had this noise that kept me awake. The window also kept making a banging sound. No towels were supplied and there was no one to contact after 10pm.

Very well proportioned room and very comfortable. Staff very friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately restaurant was closed other than for breakfast but it is very central to loads of cafes/restaurants and I enjoyed the walk along the canal to get Sunday lunch. Very pleasant stay and very quiet at night.

Stayed for one night while visiting family over xmas hols. Room was clean, comfortable and lovely and warm. Only met two staff but both very friendly and helpful. I was late due to traffic and they stayed at reception until I arrived and carried my case to the room for me. Breakfast was basic but complementary so certainly nothing to complain about. Various cereals. Brown and white bread for toast, butter and jam yogurts, pastries, tea, coffee and juice. Would stay again and it was cheaper (and nicer) than travellodge

It was a great stay. Helpful staff . Helped us have a nice Xmas with family who live local.

Liked the friendly and accomadating staff. Lovely room but would book downstairs next time due to disability and age. Interesting history about being old police station. Very good as near local shops and a beautiful park. Very convenient near theatre. Had a lovely weekend. Will definitely come again.

I would have given an excellent rating but for two things. I was told that the doors would be locked at 10 pm but on arriving at 9:30 pm found them locked and reception unmanned. Secondly the shower temperature could not be adjusted from scalding hot so unable to shower before I left.

Have stayed here before. Was there j but standards not as high as previous stays. Staff are really good thoigh

Stayed over for a party a few miles away . No taxis around at all!! Room small but cosy. Bed comfy and bedding smelt fresh and clean. Could do with a deep clean. Stains on carpets, mould in shower, cowbeds on lamps and walls. Continental Breakfast you help yourself to. Very minimal and cheap goods. Ok for a one night stay and close to town.

Hotel is pleasant enough and clean however not many local restaurants and area surrounding not fantastic

This was a nice hotel/pub to stay in. Very close to lots of amenities and a lovely park just across the road. One I will gladly use again if back in the area.

Excellent place to stay, helpful staff, comfortable room and a free continental breakfast, unfortunately the restaurant was no longer open Which was a bit of a shame hopefully it gets back up and running, the park directly opposite was brilliant was nice for a stroll along the water and a evening run along the canal, hotel was great value for money and Retford town was quite pleasant, would stay again.

Great hotel for the price, I was pleasantly surprised and it exceeded expectations. Good location and friendly staff.

Just a two day stop over .So, cant grumble. Parking is a real problem as the off street is permit or time restricted Managed with the kind help of the hotel to find something but dont count on this one off. All in all it was fine.

Very well proportioned room and very comfortable. Staff very friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately restaurant was closed other than for breakfast but it is very central to loads of cafes/restaurants and I enjoyed the walk along the canal to get Sunday lunch. Very pleasant stay and very quiet at night.

Lovey view of a park

Lovely hotel. Very convenient for retford town.

Liked the friendly and accomadating staff. Lovely room but would book downstairs next time due to disability and age. Interesting history about being old police station. Very good as near local shops and a beautiful park. Very convenient near theatre. Had a lovely weekend. Will definitely come again.

Stayed over for a party a few miles away . No taxis around at all!! Room small but cosy. Bed comfy and bedding smelt fresh and clean. Could do with a deep clean. Stains on carpets, mould in shower, cowbeds on lamps and walls. Continental Breakfast you help yourself to. Very minimal and cheap goods. Ok for a one night stay and close to town.

The hotel use to be a police station,so the building has lots of character. It is lacking in chef so the breakfast was limited however adequate. The room was nice and the bed was comfy even if outdated.

Breakfast is not good

Very comfortable stay in a quirky ex-police station. It’s a pity the restaurant wasn’t open. My room was spacious with a stand alone bath. The fixtures and fittings were of high standard. The room was very clean apart from an oversight whereby the previous persons towel was hanging on the door and the bin needed emptied! Breakfast was good quality although not much choice for some, however, a large fry always suits my needs. The staff were all pleasant and we were even given a quick tour of the cells. Not sure why there has been so many negative comments so far, my only comment would be the lack of atmosphere but with a dozen rooms and no restaurant I guess other guests had to go somewhere else of an evening.

Room was average. No restaurant, breakfast minimal. Found it disappointing, felt pictures were not accurate to this accommodation.

I scored low on condition as we had problems in the bathroom. Shower broke in my partners hand and bath shower leaked all over floor. We did manage to get a wash of sorts but bathroom floor was like a swimming pool. The actual bedroom was lovely. The staff were lovely - friendly and helpful. In fact, we found the people of Retford very friendly and helpful. A trip to the town is worth it just for them. The exterior of building needs a bit of attention and the front door steps are hazardous. Having said that, it is a building with potential. Continental breakfast was included and, although not exciting, was satisfactory. The coffee was good!

It was good to stay one night. Clean and comfortable. However, breakfast was a disappointment.

Stayed for one night while visiting family over xmas hols. Room was clean, comfortable and lovely and warm. Only met two staff but both very friendly and helpful. I was late due to traffic and they stayed at reception until I arrived and carried my case to the room for me. Breakfast was basic but complementary so certainly nothing to complain about. Various cereals. Brown and white bread for toast, butter and jam yogurts, pastries, tea, coffee and juice. Would stay again and it was cheaper (and nicer) than travellodge

The restaurant was closed so I had to walk around the local streets until I found somewhere, which was poor. The breakfast was very poor in the hotel. I asked for scrambled egg and was served what looked like 2 poached eggs with hard yokes, chopped up on dry toast. I overheard a guest on another table say their sausages were cold.

Exceptionally clean. Comfy bed. Breakfast was basic but nice - cereal, yoghurts, toast, juice and hot drinks etc