The Bull Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1069 reviews)
Bull Ring Horncastle , Horncastle , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Cons:
Noise from the bar
Creaky floorboards

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Overall, reviews indicate the hotel is clean, but there are minor issues mentioned.
Service
8.83
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.87
The hotel is centrally located and convenient for visitors.
Room Quality
7.82
Rooms were mostly comfortable, though there were concerns noted about noise levels.
Amenities
8.35
Amenities include a good breakfast and options for food and drink; positively received.
Value for Money
8.31
Felt good value for the quality of stay based on guest feedback.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Breakfast and bar offerings received high praise from multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
8.33
General sentiment reflects a positive experience with some minor areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Bull Hotel in Horncastle offers elegant rooms with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Some rooms even boast picturesque garden views, ensuring a relaxing stay for all guests.

Entertainment and Recreation
Guests can enjoy evening entertainment at the hotel, along with fun activities like table tennis and darts. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day of sightseeing or simply have some indoor fun, The Bull Hotel has something for everyone.

Convenient Location
Situated just 34 km from popular attractions like Skegness Pier and Tower Gardens, and within close proximity to Lincoln University, The Bull Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant city of Horncastle and its surroundings.

Experience comfort and leisure at The Bull Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • 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 3 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1069 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 8.83
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 7.82
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.33
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Cairns • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • family_with_children • gb
9
We had all the things you need from a great stay. We had a really good nights sleep, the room was quiet even though it w
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff, very comfortable, quiet , everything you need from a nights stay, amazing breakfast included

Cons:

The bathroom needed a refresh.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Nina • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast good, chef very attentive. Comfortable bed with crisp white bedding. Parking easy

Cons:

The bathroom was very tired and really needed a deep clean. Couldn't open the bedroom window as broken. Room was noisy until quite late from the downstairs games room.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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clare • solo_traveller • gb
10
Best stay at a traditional coaching inn
Pros:

what a fabulous place to stay. all the staff were so friendly and welcoming to myself and dog joe. super comfy bed...cosy room...
the food was fantastic. I had the bull burger...Best Burger ive ever had and proper hand cut chips. great choice of ales on tap. breakfast was a full English but there were other choices.
if you want a welcoming experience in a traditional coaching inn..you will find no better than the bull hotel.

Cons:

I liked everything and so did dog joe.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Selma en Bert • couple • nl
9
Good staff and food, but noisy.
Pros:

Great staff and tasty food. Perfect breakfast. Good location for antiques hunting. Car park in the back is very convenient!

Cons:

Room small, uneven floor. Quite noisy in the evenings with loud bar guests outside, could literally hear what people were saying. Fortunately not later than 11pm though. And a small tip: please don't put strong smelling synthetic airfresheners in the room, very unpleasant.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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shaun • solo_traveller • gb
9
Staying here again….oh yes!
Pros:

Thankfully the Bull sent me an email with the post code of their car park, so I found it easily. Welcome was great and check in was easy. Room was clean and ideal, a four poster bed was a pleasant surprise and a nice clean bathroom was a bonus. Bar and restaurant was brilliant and my evening meal was lovely, dinner served on a warm plate, perfect. Breakfast was great and lots of options if you are picky. Overall if I am traveling here again I would stay here again. It is that good!

Cons:

See above

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
Satisfied all good 👍
Pros:

All ok been before !

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Room very clean. Lots of space. Breakfast was the best I have had in a long time. All staff very polite and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again if im in this area

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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lesley • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The staff are great, the breakfast amazing, and dinner was good too.

Cons:

The bathroom wasn't as clean as I would like it, random hairs on the toilet seat and by the sink. Bedroom could do with a freshen up.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
1
Dangerous
Pros:

This was dangerous last review said it wasn’t for some unexplained reason and it was.

Cons:

After a lady talking us through how to get to the car park we checked in, had a good meal. We explained we would be leaving at 715 am in the morning and the lady said she would be there.
When we wanted to leave everywhere was locked and there were no staff. We couldn't get out. A fire door was locked downstairs which is illegal and would be fatal in a fire. I remembered there was a fire escape upstairs and us and another couple had to leave through this. We were both at the same sporting event and if we hadn't found a way out we would have been too late.
Sandwiches
Made out all night no fridge could cause food poisoning

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • extended_group • gb
9
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • couple • gb
3
Pros:

Staff were lovely, very helpful and friendly. Food was great

Cons:

Very dated room, shabby, needs complete overhaul. Bathroom grubby - to point we didn't want to step into shower. Holes in curtains, lots of cobwebs, black windowsill, toilet seat wonky, missing knob on wardrobe, tie back hooks hanging off

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
9
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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BLUE • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable accommodation in the heart of the town
Pros:

Breakfast on the first day was good but I wasn't offered a choice of how I wanted my egg. I also didn't get any toast or a second cup of coffee. Completely different on second day with all three covered (and a pot of coffee!)
The bed was comfortable but the room could have done with a second chair or luggage rack - there was room for either.

Cons:

Having the television so high up meant for a crick in the neck. There was no wifi code in the room and - purely personal preference - I hate a glass tea cup!

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
7
Was a nice stay.
Pros:

The staff were friendly, the food in the evening and breakfast were lovely.
It’s a nice old traditional pub

Cons:

The sash windows were mouldy and filthy I appreciate it’s an old building but it could have been cleaner, bathroom wasn’t that clean and no shelving in shower to put any toiletries or near sink was a shelf above the toilet. The room was very warm we did try to open the window but it wouldn’t stay up so had to wedge something underneath it

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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shila • couple • gb
10
Weekend break at Horncastle
Pros:

Horncastle is a beautiful old town. We set off a rainy gloomy day not sure if best to cancel. I am so glad we ignored the weather and set off to start our nine miles walk from Horncastle, along Viking way and through Lincolnshire wolds and end at our hotel. Beautiful scenery, lush grass and views all over Lincolnshire. The town offers several cosy cafes. The hotel was nice and clean. Big room. Excellent shower and comfortable bed. Staff nice. We had a lovely weekend, thank you.

Cons:

None

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Good location great breakfast and excellent service.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
room i was in 4 . could do with new mattress
Pros:

all of it

Cons:

nothing

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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DB • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff and a busy bar made for a cosy bar. Parking was easy.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Giovanni • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff are very friendly and welcoming

Cons:

The room is very basic, but ok

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee