Best Western The Plough Hotel

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Best Western
8.1 (739 reviews)
Bridge Street , Northampton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Good location
Cons:
Noise from street
Cold rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Some rooms were clean but issues with noise from outside impacted overall perception.
Service
8.6
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.1
Good location but faced some noise issues due to proximity to a busy street.
Room Quality
7.6
Some complaints about room size and cold temperatures.
Amenities
8.1
Basic amenities provided, though some modern conveniences like AC were missing.
Value for Money
8.1
Rooms are reasonably priced for the offered amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Breakfast was well-reviewed, although some missed specific items.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall, a satisfactory experience with notable staff and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:11

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Plough Hotel seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts. Originally a coaching inn from the 1890s, this hotel offers Freeview TV, sports channels, and free WiFi in its bar area. With free car parking for residents, convenience is at the forefront.

Central Location

Situated just 11 minutes' walk from the town centre and a mere 10 minutes from the main shopping and commercial areas, the hotel's location is ideal for exploring. Guests can easily reach attractions like the Royal and Derngate theatre and Northampton Rugby’s Franklins Gardens on foot.

Easy Access to Attractions

Conveniently located, the Plough Hotel provides easy access to popular attractions. Within an hour's drive, guests can visit Silverstone Race Circuit, Rockingham Motor Speedway, Santa Pod Raceway, Billing Aquadrome, Althorp House, and Stoke Bruerne Canal Museum.

Book your stay at the Plough Hotel for a delightful blend of history and modernity.

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 739 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Natalie • couple • gb
8
Great location
Pros:

Clean, good location, friendly staff

Cons:

Overall a little tired, needs investment

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Dima • couple • gb
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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steve • couple • gb
10
Excellent weekend in a clean professionally run hotel.
Pros:

The room was large and very clean. Front facing aspect which could have been noisy during the week, (Hotel does supply ear plugs if required). We had no problem sleeping at our Bank holiday weekend stay. Fairly quiet with the windows open even.
The full English breakfast we had was excellent. Plenty of food cooked to a high standard.
We had an evening meal at the hotel and again the food was excellent. Very well priced good value.
All the food for our stay was freshly cooked to high standard.
The staff at the hotel were very friendly, very professional and very helpful.
Would HIGHLY recommend this hotel.
Would definitely stay here again.

Cons:

Everything was fine. No complaints.
Type of one way system to get to hotel carpark

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic experience!
Pros:

Absolutely everything! Top scores for comfort, style, hospitality, location and breakfast. The speciality coffee is absolutely devine and a must! Really close to central amenities,

Cons:

There was nothing not to like.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Very near the University. Room was a good size and nicely decorated. Plenty of free parking (register at reception).

Cons:

Restaurant is basically closed Fri and Saturday night cos everyone 'goes out'.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
Cosy, warm, comfortable and friendly.
Pros:

Room was cosy and bed was very comfortable. Room was warm and staff were very friendly.

Cons:

There was slight noise from road traffic outside but this wasn't a big issue for me.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Cuthbert • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
I’d be happy to stay again, but I would dine elsewhere
Pros:

Rooms were comfortable, staff were friendly, on-site parking was useful

Cons:

I hadn’t expected evening meals to be available (based on details when booking). On arrival we were advised that evening meals could be ordered, and as we had driven down from Scotland and were tired, we did order. The price was fair, but I would have preferred higher quality food even if it cost more

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
9
Central Northampton, modernised with old charm
Pros:

There was something indefinable and good about my stay. It was basic accommodation. The window in my room faced west, into the afternoon sun, and a busy street intersection. Both days the outdoor temperature reached almost 30. degrees. I expected the room to be too hot and noisy. To the contrary I slept better than I had in all luxury hotels (including Sea Containers and Fawsley Estate) over the previous month. The room was comfortably warm and the traffic noise diminished by 8pm.

The burger for dinner and full English breakfast (included) were both competently prepared and very acceptable. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing I can think of.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
8
Nice stay and would return
Pros:

Large room, comfortable bed, large shower, good location near to town centre, good full English breakfast, plenty of parking spaces

Cons:

No slip mat in the shower, road noise although ear plugs were supplied. Poor cereal selection would have liked muesli or granola.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Rose-marie • couple • gb
9
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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O Reilly • extended_group • gb
9
enjoyed very much
Pros:

The greek girl who looked after us both in checking in and doing the bar was exceptional

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • couple • gb
6
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
6
Great location. Good value. Needs some TLC!
Pros:

Great location and amazing staff.

Cons:

Very tired. Some parts of the hotel are in very poor repair!
Needed a good upgrade.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Doriana Aprile • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Posizione e colazione

Cons:

Struttura vecchia e prezzo alto

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff are very polite , , clean room, very spacious, facilities to nake a hot drink in the room, old building, on the door step to town

Cons:

The water in the fridge made my partner and myself sick after drinking it

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
8
A very pleasant and comfortable overnight stay
Pros:

The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room had been upgraded and was spacious and comfortable. The shower was easy to use and we had robes and slippers which was great.
We didn’t have dinner but breakfast was well cooked and tasty. The lounge and bar area was pleasant.
Parking was easy and free.

Cons:

Our room whilst very good was too warm for me, but the traffic was noisy so I only opened the window for a few minutes. There was a fan that I could have used, which makes being too warm my problem really!

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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dan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good friendly staff
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee