Makeney Hall Hotel

Hotels
8 (1068 reviews)
Makeney Rd, Milford , Derby , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Bathroom maintenance issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Some complaints about bathroom condition and maintenance issues.
Service
9.05
Multiple positive sentiments regarding staff friendliness and assistance.
Location
8.59
Frequent mention of the hotel's good location and ambiance.
Room Quality
7.54
Mixed reviews about room conditions, some needing updates.
Amenities
7.07
Noted lack of a pool and gym.
Value for Money
8.03
Mentioned as good value for the money in several reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Positive feedback on breakfast and afternoon tea.
Overall Experience
8.05
Many guests enjoyed their stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:05

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Scenic Views
Nestled in 6 acres of picturesque gardens, Makeney Hall Hotel offers a charming Victorian experience with stunning countryside vistas.

Elegant Rooms and Modern Amenities
With 46 beautifully decorated bedrooms, guests can indulge in modern comforts including free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and tea/coffee facilities, all while surrounded by elegant Victorian decor.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in a culinary delight at the conservatory restaurant or unwind with a drink at the Lounge and Cocktail Bar. The hotel's original period features add to the ambiance, creating a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern luxury.

Experience the allure of Makeney Hall Hotel and book your stay today to immerse yourself in Victorian elegance amidst the Derbyshire countryside.

Important information:

Weddings are hosted on most weekends. These are held in a separate part of the hotel but you may experience some noise if a band/disco is hosted. Bar areas may be busier than normal.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EMA

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1068 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 7.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Stewart solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great place to stay. Right on the doorstep to beautiful scenery.
Great staff and food. Comfy bed and pillows.
3 pubs within walking distance if you don't mind going up hill on the way back, only for a short distance though.
One of the pubs is a great Indian restaurant.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
A
Anthony solo_traveller gb
8
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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PETER couple gb
9
A short stay but most enjoyable, would recommend
Pros:

A wonderful room (upgraded).Dinner and breakfast were excellent.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
M
Moor couple gb
4
Not good enough to repeat
Pros:

We were offered a room up grade, pleased, couldn’t accept it because we had a pet that booking.com hadn’t made known, disappointed.
We liked the location and the grounds

Cons:

Cleanliness seemed to be an issue, stains on sofa, strong sewerage smell in bathroom, if we had been staying for more than one night would have asked to be moved. Table in dining room not cleaned from previous sitting, cutlery dirty, glasses dirty

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Lukas solo_traveller sk
8
Prijemny pobyt v originalnej lokalite a priestore
Pros:

Velmi pekne okolie a samotny priestor bol prijemny a originalny.

Cons:

Opacny system upratovania ako som zvyknuty. Upratovanie bolo len na poziadanie.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
S
Slavinska couple gb
10
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
C
Cathy couple gb
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
C
Clare solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The food was exceptional
The staff were brilliant

Cons:

The hotel in general needs a lot of maintenance it looks unkept in a lot of areas
There was mold in the bathroom which had just been painted over
One of the radiators was on and there was no way to turn it off

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Sisi family_with_children gb
9
Amazing location, lovely staff, great hotel
Pros:

Breakfast was very good, and quite fulfilling.

Cons:

Everything was very good, but unfortunately they don’t prove bedding for baby cot, which is understandable

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
F
Freya couple gb
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
M
Matthew solo_traveller gb
10
Everything about the accommodation was great especially the staff. They went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.
Pros:

Very rustic beautiful old property. Lots of character but all the modern facilities you would need.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
M
Mandy solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Lovely staff, room was newly decorated and huge, dog friendly, fab location with pub just 2 mins walk away.

Cons:

Hotel room was far too hot with heating on both nights after being mid twenties both days and humid. We couldnt sleep and our dogs were unsettled and panting. We couldnt turn it off but they gave us a fan the second night.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
B
Benjamin Ryan couple gb
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
D
Delavane solo_traveller gb
9
Comfortable.
Pros:

Excellent value for money.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
T
Tracy couple gb
5
Helpful staff , disappointing room 😢
Pros:

The building is amazing , grounds in the day will have been wonderful with follies and ponds. Bed was clean and comfortable . Staff very helpful

Cons:

The house is big so takes a lot of upkeep. Building is tired needing lots more renovations although some areas have been started this needs keeping in with the fabulous decor of this era. We thought we had booked a room in the actual hall but because we had booked with a pooch were put in a tatty courtyard room , very disappointing. The rooms are apparently due an upgrade carpets dirty and paintwork miss matched touch ups , grotty curtains and windows. Tv stopped working at 9.30 pm! Came back on in the night! Bathroom also very tatty 😢 hope all these works get sorted as this building needs saving !

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
7
Overall good property for stay in that location.
Pros:

Location was good , gardens were nice, hotel a little ragged around the edges but added to its charm

Cons:

Limited choice at breakfast and empty bacon container.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
A
Andrew couple gb
10
Excellent room with lovely views and staff
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
couple gb
7
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Lukas couple gb
10
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
K
Karen family_with_children nz
8
Beautiful manor house
Pros:

The dinner was very nice. The grounds are peaceful and well maintained. The room is comfortable. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Good parking.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee