The Priest House On The River

Hotels
7.8 (2226 reviews)
Kings Mills, Castle Donington , Castle Donington , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Food
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Tired decor
Minimal amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.38
Mixed feedback on cleanliness; some reviews noted cleanliness while others mentioned dirty stairs and tired looking rooms.
Service
8.35
General sentiment of friendly and helpful staff, although there was one negative comment regarding abrupt breakfast service.
Location
8.89
Consistently praised for its beautiful and convenient location.
Room Quality
6.84
Some rooms were reported as tired and in need of updating, but others were comfortable and warm.
Amenities
7.37
Some amenities were lacking (e.g., no tea/coffee facilities), but the overall rating indicates reasonable quality.
Value for Money
7.83
Value noted positively, especially concerning meal pricing and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
7.88
Food was generally enjoyed, but breakfast options could be improved.
Overall Experience
7.85
Overall experience reflected positive sentiments but acknowledged certain issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:02

Property Description

Idyllic Countryside Setting
Located in Derbyshire's picturesque countryside, The Priest House offers a serene escape surrounded by nature. The historic Norman mill tower adds a touch of charm to the property, providing a unique backdrop for your stay.

Convenient Location
With its proximity to the M1, East Midlands Airport, Nottingham, and Loughborough, The Priest House is the perfect hub for exploring the region. Whether you're here for business or leisure, easy access to key destinations makes your stay seamless.

Exceptional Dining and Comfort
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, where fresh, seasonal dishes crafted from regional ingredients await. After a delicious meal, retire to your cozy guest room equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Experience the tranquility and luxury of The Priest House - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

When booking, please state the number of children you will bring with you.

Children under 3 stay and eat free at the hotel. Children 4-12 years old stay free with adults, and receive 50% discount on meals. Children 13 years old and over will be charged in full for meals.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 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

7.8
Based on 2226 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.38
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 6.84
Amenities: 7.37
Value for Money: 7.83
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 7.85
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Lindsay • couple • gb
6
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ashanti • solo_traveller • gb
8
I’ve stayed many times, my best venue in castle Donnington
Pros:

Amazing location staff great, food average to great depending on the day

Cons:

Location is fabulous, rooms at the cottages a bit dowdy

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
7
delicious food, peaceful setting, would stay again
Pros:

great location by the river it's so peaceful! We decided to have room service and the food was delicious. The room was good and spacious, had tea and coffee facilities, tv. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was a typical buffet style, they had veggie sausages when we asked which didn't take long to come out.

Cons:

nothing, i imagine this hotel can get really busy at times though which would make it less peaceful

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Richard Mahoney • couple • gb
10
A very pleasant short stay at an exceptional hotel in a superb location.
Pros:

Room excellent, lunch excellent. A wonderful riverside location that I have known as a local lad for over 70 years.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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CATHERINE • couple • gb
10
Wedding and stopover
Pros:

Location and room was excellent.

Cons:

Breakfast was not hot.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Tea • couple • pl
9
Really nice hotel, very serene and peaceful. Comfortable rooms and great bathroom. Would stay again!
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Food was excellent. Staff very friendly and service lovely.

Cons:

Looking a little tired.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location is beautiful and peaceful. We made the most of the gorgeous river bank setting with water fowl and a couple of mink spotted playing just feet away.

Cons:

Our cottage room which we have stayed in a few times is really ready for an update. Hope its happening soon.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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GARY • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Mohammed • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • couple • gb
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
10
An amazing hotel in a stunning location with fantastic staff
Pros:

Stunning location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
6
Nice location and clean room but could be better
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Broken shower head, mould on walls, staff never answer phones

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Roland • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Derrick • couple • gb
6
Needs a bit of updating
Pros:

Location to donington park

Cons:

No air conditioning anywhere in hotel.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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morean • couple • gb
5
we had a great time - in spite of the room and the temperature,
Pros:

Staff were great, Food was great - particularly breakfast.
Location was ideal for Donnington racetrack.

Cons:

stayed in a suite - anything but luxurious - a very old building and although it was clean - the furnishings and fitting were extremely tired . we stayed in a heatwave of 30 + degrees, and it was almost impossible to sleep.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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JASON • extended_group • gb
9
Beautiful
Pros:

Hidden gem, so picturesque! Very helpful and friendly front desk staff.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Beautiful location, fabulous food, staff were great.

Cons:

Lodge rooms (11) were nice but possibly getting near to needing a refurbishment externally , a few signs of the need for maintenance/ tidying up.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee