Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
7.4 (720 reviews)
Gunthorpe Bridge , Lowdham , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Some rooms in poor condition

Categories

Cleanliness
6.48
Several reviews noted dirty rooms and issues with cleanliness.
Service
7.95
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
7.99
Nice location, convenient for guests.
Room Quality
6.94
Rooms were varied; some were comfortable, while others were tired or dirty.
Amenities
7.47
Basic amenities available, but some issues reported (e.g., broken fixtures).
Value for Money
6.93
Generally considered a good value, but conditions could improve.
Food and Beverage
7.98
Generally good food, although there were reports of certain items running out.
Overall Experience
7.45
Overall stay was pleasant, but with notable areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 21:30

Property Description

Riverside Charm and Comfort
Located on the picturesque banks of the River Trent in Gunthorpe, just a short drive from Nottingham, The Unicorn Hotel offers a tranquil escape with modern amenities.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a delectable dining experience at the on-site restaurant and bar, serving a variety of dishes from juicy steaks to mouthwatering desserts.

Convenient Location for Exploring
With Gunthorpe's proximity to Newark-on-Trent and other nearby counties, including Lincolnshire and Leicestershire, The Unicorn Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the historic charm of the region.

Experience riverside relaxation and exceptional service at The Unicorn Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Any damage caused will be charged for by the hotel.

Please contact the property if you will be arriving outside of the usual check-in hours.

Please note, there are no ground floor rooms and all rooms are accessible by steps.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.
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.

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 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 720 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.48
Service: 7.95
Location: 7.99
Room Quality: 6.94
Amenities: 7.47
Value for Money: 6.93
Food and Beverage: 7.98
Overall Experience: 7.45
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • couple • gb
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
8
It was ok for one night.
Pros:

The location as it’s in my mums village so we can stay in the hotel.

Cons:

Our room didn’t have a nice view as requested we had a brick wall! The drawers were broken and the coffee and teabags need new make as they were awful.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
8
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Connor • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Kris • solo_traveller • gb
5
Overall it was ok for accessibility to attend family event and fine for 1 night
Pros:

Breakfast staff on check out day very helpfull in dining room

Cons:

Sheets were marked
Sticky ring marks on drawers next to tea & coffee tray
Quite dusty room
Net curtain at window very grubby
Residue of cleaning product inside bath

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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robert • solo_traveller • gb
9
Value For Money Hotel Ideal For Nottingham and Southwell Races,
Pros:

Very pleasant inn/hotel with riverside views ( The Trent ). Friendly and efficient staff. Large,pleasant and quiet bar. Very spacious car park. Above all great value for money. As a solo traveller I got quite a large ensuite double room with a cooked breakfast for about £55.

Cons:

Nothing of any significance. Possibly a bit of tlc needed in places but at the price no complaint from me.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • couple • gb
10
Very welcoming and clean and tidy.
Pros:

The staff were helpful and friendly. It was clean and tidy. The food was lovely. The rooms was clean and tidy and the bed was very comfortable

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
perfect
Pros:

very friendly staff

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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heffernan • extended_group • gb
9
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Irina • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

It was clean.

Cons:

Its not a 4 stars hotel at all. Maximum 2. Everything is very old and tired, things don't work or are broken.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Annamaria • couple • gb
8
Relaxing stay
Pros:

Nice view of the river in the front. Large dining room downstairs. Overall relaxed atmosphere, very friendly staff. Comfortable bed, good water pressure in bathroom, Yorkshire coffee and tea - offering a better brand may be a small thing but it shows care. Plenty of storage space in the room (wardrobe plus medium-size chest of drawers, practical bedside tables), large room. Lots of parking behind the building.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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leanne • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Julian • extended_group • gb
3
Avoid at all costs.
Pros:

Nice place to stay. Probably much nicer in the summer than winter. Room was OK although not very clean, bed was comfy.

Cons:

Sadly, a lot more than I liked. Room was dingy. Several light bulbs not working. Radiators need bleeding so room was cold. No shower gel or shampoo. Asked twice but never sorted. No toilet paper. Unforgivable. I got some when I went and asked. Despite advertising a residents bar it closed at 9pm as ‘quiet’. Ridiculous. No food, no drinks. We ended up dragging chairs out of our rooms into the lobby and sharing a bottle of wine we were lucky enough to have in one of our cars. Yes, quiet time of year but don’t advertise facilities if they are not available! Overall this was a very poor experience. Some of the staff were excellent but sadly some were shockingly bad. We booked 5 rooms for 2 nights and will never stay here again.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Averil • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff good prices great bar and restaurant big comfortable bed

Cons:

Needs a lot of tlc could do with updating decor wise needs signs on high steps to rooms

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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james • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda C • family_with_children • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Lovely staff very clean food was excellent

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Joy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Excellent location by the river. As a pub /restaurant it had a nice lively atmosphere. Very reasonably priced.

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Hobson • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Pleasant staff and good food.

Cons:

Double bed was 2 single mattresses making it uncomfortable.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee