Boundary, Alfreton by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
8.3 (1167 reviews)
Lea Vale , Alfreton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Minor room comfort issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
Multiple mentions of cleanliness, but some complaints about mould and dirty windows.
Service
9.05
Consistently praised for helpful and friendly staff.
Location
8.55
Convenient location mentioned positively, but some drawbacks noted.
Room Quality
8.05
Generally good room quality, but with mentions of soft beds and minor complaints.
Amenities
8.05
Amenities were adequate, but some areas need improvement.
Value for Money
8.55
Perceived as good value for the price, though some details missed.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Food quality noted as good with some service delays.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall enjoyable stay with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:08

Property Description

Enchanting Accommodation and Family-Friendly Amenities
Boundary, Alfreton by Marston's Inns offers charming en suite rooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Families will love the on-site bar, restaurant, and children’s playground, ensuring a delightful stay for guests of all ages.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a scrumptious full English breakfast to start your day or savor a variety of mouthwatering dishes including curries, pies, fish and chips, burgers, and delectable desserts at the enticing restaurant.

Convenient Location
Situated just 5 minutes from the M1 and close to the A38, this inn provides easy access to both Derby and Nottingham. Additionally, the breathtaking Peak District is within reach, offering a perfect opportunity for outdoor adventures.

Book your stay at Boundary, Alfreton by Marston's Inns for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Any damage caused will be charged for by the hotel.

Please note that on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays it can be noisy at hotel due to entertainment and events.

Some rooms may be affected by noise at the weekend.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.
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.

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).

  • 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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1167 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Mark • family_with_children • gb
6
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very convenient stop for work, just off the motorway, clean tidy and quiet
Pros:

Friendly staff, large comfortable room, very good breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • gb
10
Affordable and comfortable! Would highly recommend
Pros:

Comfortable, clean and spacious room. The bed was actually super comfy and I slept so well every night! Not too loud or and didn’t hear other rooms. The staff are friendly and attentive. Delicious food and very affordable. It can get quite busy so food can be between 15-60 mins. Good location and plenty of free parking.

Cons:

To be fair the room was clean and comfortable but the bathroom was a bit run down/out dated. The shower wasn’t powerful or hot enough but other than that I have no complaints.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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john • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • fr
8
Pros:

petit déjeuner excellent

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • es
5
Low cost, low value. Won't stay here again if we can help it.
Pros:

The room was very large all things considered.

Cons:

The restaurant was simply understaffed and it took 90 mins for a meal.
The manager and staff were very friendly on the face of it, but the requests for a room clean were a bit of a joke.
You shouldn't have to make a complaint in order to get your room cleaned, towels & coffee serviced etc.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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piers • extended_group • gb
9
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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mick • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

All the staff at the Boundary were always friendly helpful and nothing was too much trouble

Cons:

Can't think of anything

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
5
A huge let down.
Pros:

The landlord was helpful and friendly and the room was clean, comfortable and spacious.

Cons:

Upon arrival, not the clearest of instructions for where the booking reception was. We drove to the hotel section to be advised by a waste engineer that the reception was in the pub itself.

As have mentioned, the landlord was polite and friendly.

I had pre-ordered and paid for the larger size fried breakfast for my wife and I in the morning. Unfortunately, when the landlord was going through the booking, their system had somehow allotted us 2 unpaid standard breakfasts as well as the 2 large breakfasts that I had prepaid. A small hiccup that was resolved promptly.

The following morning, my wife and I headed down for breakfast at our prebooked time of 9.30am.

This is where the hotel really let itself down.

The website advertises a continental breakfast as a free addition to the large fried breakfast, it didn't actually provide that.

In actual fact it didn't even provide what we had paid for.

The morning host had no record that 2 large breakfasts had been paid for, so we explained that we had ordered online and had confirmed with the landlord of such when we arrived the previous day.

We decided that whilst we waited for our full cooked large breakfasts we would enjoy the continental food.

The issue was there wasn't any available, apart from 2 croissants and some cereal but no milk.

We wanted a drink and decided we would have orange juice, but there were no glasses.

Eventually we received the glasses, but there was only enough juice to fill them half way and no further top up of the juice or milk was made.

Oh well ... let's at least look forward to the large full cooked breakfast we thought.

The food arrived......

There were zero fried eggs...they had run out of them.

1 x vegetarian sausage... they had run out of pork sausages.

1 slice of bacon, 1 tablespoon of baked beans, 1 slice of black pudding and half a tomato.

We were gobsmacked and shocked...so much so that we didn't waste our time speaking to the host.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
10
Great location for Slimming World Head Office
Pros:

Spacious room, stayed in room 2

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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davenbev • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • gb
10
Great place to stay staff were very friendly and helpful
Pros:

Great sized rooms

Cons:

Needed some new windows

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • es
8
Good value, clean and spacious rooms.
Pros:

The bedrooms are in a separate building close to the pub/restaurant. Our room was large, faced towards the rear and was very quiet so we could sleep with the windows open. For us the location was also very convenient.

Cons:

The pub/restaurant was pleasant enough with a friendly atmosphere but the food was pretty average. (Standard bar chain food). Inside our room the shower was above the bath with no non slip mat, we didn’t have a problem and the shower was good (but not height adjustable) but it could be a problem for others. My final gripe was that the bathroom light was quite dim which made shaving a challenge.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • family_with_children • gb
8
Nice welcoming place.
Pros:

The location and the room was warm quite and relaxing.

Cons:

I didn't like that the bed wasn't a double/ kimg It was single matteress put together. Which gapped during the night.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Mercedes • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Super friendly staff, spacious room, comfy beds

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • family_with_children • gb
8
An enjoyable stay
Pros:

Comfy beds.
Large room with space to breathe.
Clean.
Nice towels.
Good storage and furniture options.
Convenient location for Kirby Leisure Centre.

Cons:

Only 2 tea bags given.
The toilet was a bit smelly when you walked into the bathroom and didn't flush too well. The smell wasn't noticeable in the room.
Stairwell smelt like smoke to me.
The comfy chairs were ripped, but better to have them than not.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Room was a good size and away from the pub

Cons:

Only 1 pillows

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Terence • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good for monthly work trips
Pros:

I use this hotel once per month for my work trips - and the location is perfect, a very short drive into work. The staff are always so friendly and considerate. The kitchen staff have on several occasions provided a meal when I've arrived a bit late from work. The room TV and coffee facilities are fine, and the beds are comfortable enough for a good night's sleep. Parking is great, as it's very nearby especially in winter months. The fast EV charging is a life-saver.

Cons:

Facilities are a bit worn. Small things like the shower pipe leaking so very low pressure. Temperature of the water was fine. Musty smell in the room and bathroom, despite the extractor being on.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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george • couple • gb
10
Perfect for our needs
Pros:

The hotel is in a good location ,check in was fast and easy and the staff were very welcoming and helpful

Cons:

We liked everything

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee