Gamston Lock, Nottingham by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
8.6 (2103 reviews)
Radcliffe road , Nottingham , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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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.

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 2103 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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Jacqueline • couple • gb
2
Wouldent stay hear again
Pros:

club and reasturant were lovely

Cons:

Bed sheets were soiled and not clean

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Barry • extended_group • gb
10
A good stay
Pros:

Good choice

Cons:

Mixed Grill slightly over cooked

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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nicola • family_with_children • gb
7
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Andrea • couple • gb
8
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Scott • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Ideal location for rowing centre

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Claire • extended_group • gb
10
A lovely night away in a cosy friendly hotel and pub
Pros:

This was our second visit to Gamston Lock to visit the university with my daughter. The hotel is spotless and comfortable and the pub restaurant next door is cosy and welcoming. The staff are lovely and very accommodating, I brought my elderly parents along and the staff were lovely with them and they really enjoyed their time having an evening meal and breakfast at the pub and had a good nights sleep in the hotel. Plenty of parking too.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Shrubby72 • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • es
10
A perfect, accessible stay with wonderful staff and great food—only let down by a slightly haunted T
Pros:

We recently stayed at Gamston Lock and couldn't have been more impressed. From start to finish, the experience was seamless and welcoming.

Accessibility: As I was traveling with my disabled wife, finding the right room is always our top priority. The room provided was perfectly laid out and incredibly easy for her to navigate, which made our stay stress-free.

The Staff: The team here is truly their greatest asset. Every staff member we encountered was remarkably friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. You can tell they genuinely care about their guests.

The Food: To top it all off, the food was really good! We enjoyed every meal we had on-site—great flavors and excellent service.

We highly recommend Gamston Lock to anyone looking for a comfortable, inclusive, and high-quality stay. We will definitely be back!

Cons:

The only minor issue we encountered was a bit of a technical glitch—the television kept turning itself back on automatically. It was a small fault in an otherwise brilliant stay, but worth a mention for the maintenance team to look into.

Overall, a fantastic experience. We highly recommend Gamston Lock for their comfort and top-tier service!

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Diana • couple • gb
8
Great stay staff were friendly & help would definitely stay again
Pros:

All food was good & excellent value for money, location was good

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • gb
9
Good budget overnight stay
Pros:

Good clean room

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Susan Knight • family_with_children • gb
9
Easy to get into Nottingham
Pros:

Easy access to Nottingham to see a concert

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
9
Great location. Clean room. Comfortable bef.
Pros:

The location is great. Really quiet, but conveniently situated by the main road. The room was nice and clean. I had the best sleep ever.

Cons:

The double bed is two beds pushed together, with a San Andreas fault line in between. Very comfortable, though.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • family_with_children • gb
8
Ideal for short getaway
Pros:

Good location for city centre and uni visit (17 minutes drive) and just off A52. Pub next door is really spacious and served delicious food w its range of choice and reasonably priced.

Cons:

Breakfast on a Saturday isn’t until 8am. We had hoped (along with others) to breakfast at 7am as had to check out by 8:20. We had booked it with breakfast included but never had it in the end. Signs around the hotel and pub were conflicting giving different times.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great Pub in a really convenient location
Pros:

The breakfast was great and so were the staff. Very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Bathroom needs an update

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • family_with_children • gb
10
Great as always. My ‘go to’ place to stay in Nottingham.
Pros:

Very comfortable stay as always. Evening meal and breakfast good in really nice pub. Small play area for the children

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Roma • couple • gb
7
Everything we needed for our stay
Pros:

Good location for visiting our relatives who live in Radcliffe. Comfortable room for a short stay.
Excellent bed, good towels and quality tea and coffee with decent size mugs. We didn’t use the restaurant this time but have used it previously and found the food good value, the staff were pleasant and helpful.

Cons:

There is a stale water smell in the bathroom .

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Don • couple • gb
8
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Laura • couple • gb
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee