Gamston Lock, Nottingham by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
8.6 (2240 reviews)
Radcliffe road , Nottingham , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location and amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in rooms
Slow service during breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Several reviews mentioned that rooms were grubby, with dust and stains present.
Service
9.26
Staff were generally friendly and accommodating, with a few exceptions.
Location
8.8
The location is convenient with easy access and amenities.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms were mostly clean and spacious but had some issues such as poor shower pressure.
Amenities
8.78
Good range of amenities available, including EV charging stations.
Value for Money
8.74
Reviewers felt the overall value was good, especially during holidays.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Breakfast service was slow, but food quality was generally good.
Overall Experience
8.86
Despite some issues, guests expressed a positive overall experience and willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:31

Property Description

Family-Friendly Pub and 27 Room Lodge
Located in Gamston, Gamston Lock, Nottingham by Marston's Inns offers a unique experience with a family-friendly pub and a cozy 27 room lodge. Situated opposite Holme Pierrepont Country Park, guests can enjoy a peaceful stay surrounded by nature.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the on-site restaurant, offering an extensive menu with world-known dishes. Pair your meal with carefully selected cask ales, craft beers, and wines from the finest wine-producing regions. Start your day right with a continental, Full English/Irish, or American breakfast.

Relaxing Scandinavian-Style Patio
Unwind in style at the property's Scandinavian-style patio featuring its own fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The beer garden with a children’s play area adds to the charm of this welcoming establishment.

Book your stay at Gamston Lock, Nottingham for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2240 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Russell • couple • gb
7
Hotel fine and will use again. Pub not so fine and will avoid!
Pros:

Location and rooms functional but spacious. Comfortable bed.

Cons:

Pub very loud with karaoke on Friday night. Garden area not clean….rubbish and cigarette ends everywhere!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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MARK • couple • gb
10
A great stay. Everything we needed. Thanks
Pros:

Great place to stay. Clean, smart, air con, nice staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Anette • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Diane Flora Honeybunch • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Clean, easy to find, comfy, good parking, breakfast , good value for money

Cons:

Air con was a bit noisy
TV signal was poor untill you hit bigger nos

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, plenty of parking and warm and friendly staff

Cons:

Key card lighting in room meaning if one person leaves they can't take card to get back in. It wasn't worth raising for just one night and they might very well offer another card if you ask

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Ebonie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

All very accessible

Cons:

Seeing a insect trap or mouse trap

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • gb
9
Best place to stay for Trent Bridge
Pros:

Clean rooms
Great breakfast
Close to Trent Bridge

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very clean and tidy perfect for what we needed. Comfortable and quiet good night's sleep.

Easy check in and out. Staff were polite, friendly and helpful.

Breakfast was excellent and service was quick.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Billy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great breakfast, comfy bed and value for money.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • gb
9
An enjoyable experience.
Pros:

The air conditioning was welcome in the extreme heat. The room was clean and comfortable.

The pub staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing re the hotel.

The pub could do with more staff.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Deb • couple • au
8
Relaxing stop over
Pros:

The rooms had an air cooler which helped in the heatwave. Having somewhere right at your doorstep for dinner was good. Staff were always helpful and breakfast was ok.

Cons:

We didn’t have the right amount of towels when we arrived. It took us a while to get towels but worked out in the end.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Don • couple • gb
7
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
4
Good enough but room for improvement
Pros:

The breakfast is great & good parking

Cons:

We have stayed here a number of years now & the property is starting to look rather tired & grubby loads of marks all on the walls & in need of a re-paint aircon doesn't seem to do anything & the view out of the window was a strip of grass with rubbish & stuff dumped out on it, could do with providing more extra pillows in the rooms.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very comfortable and good food.
Pros:

Good wifi and large TV on wall. Parking good.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Julian • solo_traveller • gb
4
Great location and staff … shame about the rest
Pros:

Location worked as close to Donington Park

Cons:

Room was dirty the bathroom had clearly not been cleaned in a while which was evident by the toilet bowl and around the shower, the bed was horrendously hard

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
7
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • gb
9
Our second stay at Gamston Lock (we come for the Nottingham Open Tennis), and we hope to back again.
Pros:

Great staff, nice, clean room and good bathroom facilities. Breakfast is very good value. We enjoy the hotel block being separate from the pub and restaurant.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • couple • gb
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee