Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

Hotels
Marston's Inns
7.4 (787 reviews)
Gunthorpe Bridge , Lowdham , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
See all facilities

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 787 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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Watson solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Loved it clean rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Jeffrey solo_traveller gb
5
Alright food ok
Pros:

Nice shower

Cons:

Maintenance needed things loose missing

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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tf lock solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Geoff couple gb
5
Lovely hotel, but needs a big overhaul.
Pros:

THINGS WE DID NOT LIKE.
We have stayed here a couple of times before, and been happy. This time it was poor. The shower area was the worst. The shower hose attachment was broken, so we couldn’t use it. We had to hold the hose, not easy when soaping down. We had to turn water down in both shower and sink to allow water to run away as they kept filling up up and making popping noises. The vanity light behind the sink was not working, neither was the heated towel rail. The soap dispensers were both empty and we only had a half of one toilet roll. The wonky floor creaked dreadfully and we felt bad about moving around incase we disturbed other guests.
We never had any staff come to our room whilst we were there. After the first day we had to keep going to reception for things such as tea, coffee, milk, toilet roll, soap, and our bin was never emptied all the time we were there. It was brimming over by the time we left, not good in that heat. If we were supposed to request a staff visit, we should have been advised.

Cons:

THINGS WE DID LIKE..

The Unicorn is ideally positioned, making it a perfect place to stay.
Parking is also very good.
We ate superb evening meals and every member of staff we spoke with during our stay was very kind, courteous, and helpful.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Jeff solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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WAYNE solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
8
Bed was so comfy
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The rooms were very dated could do with a good clean especially the bathroom

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Nick extended_group gb
7
Nice stay, shame about the dirty shower
Pros:

Staff were exceptional, large car park at rear. Room was comfortable

Cons:

Car park at front was almost totally full of cars from staff and customers of the restaurant next door.
Both soap dispensers in the bathroom and shower were broken.
The shower was very mouldy, and the ceiling looked to be about to collapse

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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DAVID solo_traveller gb
7
This is the place to come
Pros:

Respectful and courteous staff.

Cons:

Oil on side salad,no safety bar over bath,very dusty on wardrobe and under bed,no hooks for hanging towels etc,mark on duvet cover and poor water quality.
Overall very pleased and would stay again.
There are a few bad points but huge amount of good points.Wonderful, helpful,hardworking and happy staff.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Gillian extended_group gb
9
Love this place
Pros:

stayed here before numerous times, lovely quaint village type area, food at the restaurant is lovely

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Shaun solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Bellamy couple gb
9
Nice place to stay well positioned with friendly helpful staff.
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful, we had dinner in the evening, the menu had plenty of choice the food was excellent and well priced. The room was clean and comfortable it had all we needed for 2 nights.

Cons:

The room was tight, it had all we needed but not much space, the bathroom was clean and well equipped, however it could do with an upgrade of the shower screen.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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heffernan extended_group gb
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Fletch couple gb
5
The Unicorn is situated in a great location by the river Trent and but the hotel looks tired
Pros:

The staff were very friendly

Cons:

The bedroom was very warm as there was no air conditioning and plaster was peeling off the ceiling within the shower.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Donald solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Sylwia Edyta solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely place. I love it.

Cons:

Everything was perfect.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Russell couple gb
7
2026-07-05 via Nuitee