Premier Inn Milton Keynes South

Hotels
Premier Inn
8.2 (21 reviews)
Lakeside Grove, Bletcham Way,Caldecotte,Milton Keynes,Buckinghamshire , Milton Keynes , GB

Facilities

Parking
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Breakfast available (surcharge)

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food and beverage options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Aging facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.05
Some reviews indicate issues with cleanliness in rooms, such as dirty bathrooms and stained carpets.
Service
9.05
Multiple reviews highlight warm and friendly service from staff throughout the stay.
Location
8.55
The location near a lake and close to local attractions received positive feedback.
Room Quality
7.55
Rooms noted as clean but showing signs of aging and in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
8.05
Basic amenities were met, though some guests mentioned the need for upgrades.
Value for Money
8.05
Guests felt overall that the experience was commensurate with the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9.05
High praise for the breakfast selection and quality of food.
Overall Experience
8.25
Despite some negatives, overall satisfaction with the stay was expressed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 12:04

Property Description

Escape to the serenity of Caldecotte Lake at Milton Keynes South, where comfort meets adventure in a picturesque setting.

Prime Location
Experience the best of Milton Keynes with our hotel just minutes from the historic Bletchley Park, MK Dons stadium, and thrilling Woburn Safari Park. Whether it's the elegance of giraffes or the excitement of cracking codes, there's something for everyone.

Spacious Comfort
Unwind in our generously sized rooms equipped with plush beds, ensuring a restful night’s sleep after a day filled with exploration.

Delicious Dining
Savor delightful meals at our onsite restaurant, with a menu designed to cater to every palate, making your stay not just comfortable, but entirely enjoyable.

Book your getaway now and discover the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at Milton Keynes South!

Important information:

100 spaces. No height restrictions. Space for 2 coach/lorries.
Exit M1(J14), turn right towards Milton Keynes South (H6 Childs Way). Over 2 roundabouts, turn left at the 3rd roundabout onto V10. Over 5 roundabouts, at the 6th turn right onto H10, the hotel is on the right, look out for the Windmill. Next to the Caldecotte Arms.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 21 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.05
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Andrew family
10
Pros:

It was a nice hotel.

2025-12-12 via Nuitee
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A276KLnancyd Family
10
Will be back
Pros:

Enjoyed the delicious breakfast, multiple options and fresh ingredients. The place was spotlessly clean, the portions were generous and the staff was very polite and attentive. We look forward to visiting again.

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
6
624simonc Friends getaway Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
8
Great location, friendly staff
Pros:

Great location with views over the lake from some rooms. The breakfast was excellent and the staff really attentive and welcoming. The restaurant next door, Hickories, was fully booked both nights, so if you plan on eating here book early.
The room was clean and tidy, but the only negative, it was starting to look a little tired and could do with a refresh.

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
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tmB994DF Couples
10
Worthy
Pros:

Lovely place, lake view room. Breakfast was so good with lots of choices. Breakfast chef very friendly and welcoming. Will visit again

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
8
821dorothyo Couples
10
Clean Room & Great Service
Pros:

We were welcomed warmly by Hector at the reception when we checked in and throughout our stay particularly during breakfast time. The kitchen/buffet staff/chef Nora was also friendly and smiled throughout our interaction with her making us feel at ease as we ate our breakfast. Overall we received excellent customer service throughout our stay.

2025-11-24 via Tripadvisor
J
joeli578 Family
10
Amazing
Pros:

The food was amazing. Chef Sharmila was too good and served the best and hit breakfast. The rooms were clean and tidy. We are very happy

2025-11-24 via Tripadvisor
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Gabor_Maros Family Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England
10
Freshly made recommend
Pros:

The food is amazingly great fresh and very reasonable price kids eat free and is a bargain also if they do very good service and you could donate money to a hospital in London! Recommend!

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor
D
davidsJ5902CO NONE
10
Good sleep
Pros:

Great nights sleep staff fabulous
We stay 2 to 3 times a year well pleased
And will in future stay more at this inn thank you dave

2025-11-10 via Tripadvisor
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Curious580931 Business
2
Worn out
Pros:

Staff wonderful but the hotel is just worn out and cold. If it's a business trip, find somewhere else as the lakeside location is irrelevant

2025-11-04 via Tripadvisor
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jamesbS2912NR Business
2
Give it a MISS!
Pros:

Don't shower - it's dirty, you are better off when you get home! The bed was so uncomfortable, quality of the linen was very poor. Dirty bathroom, carpets stained - overall this PI needs a full refurbishment - paint peeling, stained floor in the bathroom...AVOID! oh, and if you are cold, don't bother about trying to raise the temperature in the room - it doesn't allow you to, even though there is instructions!!

2025-11-03 via Tripadvisor
H
hufri NONE
10
Fabulous stay
Pros:

This Premier Inn is situated alongside a lovely lake and next to a Hickory's Smokehouse.

We received a very warm welcome on arrival and the room was its usual high standard.

Breakfast was plentiful and the service was excellent.

2025-10-29 via Tripadvisor
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NorthStar49209717216 NONE
10
Weekend break
Pros:

Very clean Hotel and friendly efficient staff , location very good close to Milton Keynes, would definitely recommend for leasure or business.

2025-10-21 via Tripadvisor
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colincY8140SJ Business
10
Pre book the restaurant, you won't regret it.
Pros:

What you expect from a Premier Inn, receptionist was amazing and so helpful and was very welcoming after a long day in meetings and driving. I have used the Smoke House restaurant on my previous stays and I would highly recommend pre booking this as they get very busy and it's worth the experience.

2025-10-03 via Tripadvisor
J
JC1LondonEngland Family East Sussex, England
6
Good location but needs an upgrade.
Pros:

This hotel must be an older Premier Inn as it is a bit dated and in need of an upgrade. There is no air conditioning and to get fresh air you have to have the window open. There is no lift so if you can’t get upstairs ask for a ground floor room.

Being close to the A5 it can be a bit noisy.

Having said that it was very clean and the staff are friendly and it is in a good location to get to everything in MK but there is no shops close by to walk to. Plenty of free parking.

Restaurant attached is a Smokehouse which gets very busy

2025-10-03 via Tripadvisor
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SummerSon2013 Solo travel
8
Decent hotel, good staff and great location
Pros:

Although the mill appears to have two hundred years worth of history, Caldecotte Mill was actually built in 1992. The sales were removed relatively recently. A small number of rooms have balconies. The car park is free and well lit; a bonus over many other Premier Inns, which charge a daily fee.

The check-in was quick and smooth. The employees were friendly. My room was number 17. Unfortunately for me, this was next to the stairs, but it was still pretty quiet overnight; surprisingly so, in fact. I paid extra for a view, so my room overlooked the lake. It was lovely being close to the water, giving the impression the hotel was located within a large private park (it is not). Breakfast was good quality, with plenty of choice. The hotel does not provide a meal deal option. It does not have its own restaurant. Instead, Hickory's Smokehouse, a very expensive restaurant is literally next door, occupying the actual mill itself. The shower was powerful enough, but the temperature varied between lukewarm and very hot. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable.

A good three night stay. I would definitely consider returning - although my perception of Milton Keynes itself is less positive following my stay (someone on a train tried to rob me, but I felt safe once back at the hotel). Cannot blame the hotel itself and I hope it does not put me off returning. The staff were helpful and worked very hard.

2025-09-30 via Tripadvisor
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PanCanada Family Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia
8
Good mid range hotel
Pros:

The good:
Great location with relatively easy access
The best breakfast of any Premier Inn I've stayed
Friendly staff
Plenty of parking
Has a restaurant
Close to other restaurants
Close to Red Bull factory tour (6 mins)
Standard Premier Inn rooms

The bad:
No air conditioning, the weather was hot while we were there but the room was very, very warm even though we had the roof window open
Hallways were quite unclean and smelled quite bad
Not enough towels in the room, a problem I've experienced with quite a few Premier Inn properties
Reception quite often unmanned.

The ugly:
The hotel and adjoining restaurant must have a night club, loud music was playing until about 2am. As the room was hot and we had the window open we could hear everything.

Would I stay here again:
Yes but only in the cooler months of the year, the rooms must be stifling hot in summer.

2025-09-28 via Tripadvisor
M
monikadV2450VO Friends getaway
10
I’m been in there couple of times and always happy with the area!Close to the Blechley Park!
Pros:

Great Location!Clean and tidy!Great staff!Very helpful!Easy check in and check out!Very quiet place!Good for relaxing!Lovely!

2025-09-28 via Tripadvisor
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juliecS9897RX Couples
10
Excellent
Pros:

The staff at breakfast where so good. My husband is gluten free and the staff (Debbie and Hector) gave excellent service. All the food was brilliant, cooked to perfection.

2025-09-28 via Tripadvisor
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Sightsee65158496808 Friends getaway
10
Good
Pros:

We came for a vintage car rally friends only. Stopover night. All good from reception room car park. Dinner at hickory was great

2025-09-25 via Tripadvisor
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sallycO3889EX NONE
10
Great hotel in a lovely location
Pros:

Lovely hotel, great location we had a lakeside view. Hotel was clean and tidy and the room was fantastic.
Plenty of parking. The hotel was quiet to say it was near a busy road. Great location if you are going to Bletchley Park. Would recommend

2025-08-26 via Tripadvisor