The Carre Arms Hotel & Restaurant

Hotels
8.1 (190 reviews)
1 Mareham Lane Lincolnshire , Sleaford , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean rooms
Polite staff
Cons:
Overpriced
Basic amenities
Mixed service quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Rooms were clean, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Service
7.9
Service was generally appreciated, but some guests felt the staff could be more courteous.
Location
8.2
The hotel's location was praised for its convenience and proximity to amenities.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were comfortable, but some guests found them basic and in need of updating.
Amenities
6.9
Mixed reviews on amenities provided, with some guests appreciating the free parking, while others felt they were lacking.
Value for Money
6.8
Some guests found the hotel overpriced for the experience provided.
Food and Beverage
6.5
Mixed feedback on food and beverage offerings, with some guests expecting more variety and quality.
Overall Experience
6.3
Overall experience varied greatly among guests, with some feeling disappointed by the value for money.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-07-13 18:19

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

The Carre Arms Hotel & Restaurant in Sleaford offers 4-star accommodation with a garden, terrace, and a restaurant. Each room is elegantly furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Modern Amenities

Guests can enjoy free WiFi, room service, and evening entertainment during their stay. The hotel also features free private parking and a bar, providing convenience and relaxation for all visitors.

Convenient Location

Situated just 30 km from Lincoln University, with Belton House and Somerton Castle in close proximity, the hotel is ideally located for exploring the area. The East Midlands Airport is also easily accessible, making travel hassle-free.

Book now for a luxurious and convenient stay at The Carre Arms Hotel & Restaurant.

Important information:

Please inform The Carre Arms Hotel & Restaurant in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 190 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 7.9
Location: 8.2
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 6.5
Overall Experience: 6.3
M
Michael review category business travellers gb
8
Very good
2025-05-23 via Nuitee
M
Michael young couple us
10
Excellent
Pros:

Great location, clean and comfortable

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
P
Paul solo traveller gb
7
Good
2025-04-15 via Nuitee
S
Sue young couple gb
3
Don’t waste your money
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Staff rude well the lady in morning

2025-03-29 via Nuitee
M
Mandy young couple gb
7
Friendly staff
Pros:

Polite, welcoming staff. Appreciated the free parking, clean room and complimentary water, tea/coffee.

Cons:

In our opinion cooked breakfast should be included in the room rate (comparison based on other hotels we’ve stayed in/price).

2025-03-28 via Nuitee
S
Sue family with young children gb
3
Don’t bother
Pros:

Convenient as it was our wedding night

Cons:

Very basic
Staff at breakfast (woman) very rude. When we changed a couple of things on menu ie fried to scrambled eggs or said no mushrooms she said can’t you just leave them. Then when another diner came in she said help yourself to buffet breakfast but it’s been ransacked. Obviously us as we were the only ones there.
Over priced for what we received and if she was my staff I’d sack her!!!!!!!

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
D
Dan review category business travellers gb
10
Cosy, friendly comfy stay
Pros:

At the location I was DJ’ing at.

2025-02-06 via Nuitee
M
Michael young couple us
5
A disappointing choice.
Pros:

The Location was convenient with plenty of free parking spaces. Staff were friendly. Apart from that there was little to appreciate about the hotel or the experience.

Cons:

The hotel might have been splendid in its day but it is well past its prime and desperately needs updating. The heating was turned off in the bedroom but came on quickly, the radiator in the bathroom came on 12 hours later. First time we used the sink tap there was a foul smell from the drain.
I booked the extra large king size room and presumed the default reservation would be for 2 people but had to pay an additional £15 for my wife.
The continental breakfast was basic at best. There are better places to stay.

2025-02-02 via Nuitee
T
Tom young couple gb
5
Passable
2025-01-18 via Nuitee
S
Snow solo traveller gb
10
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean room, good facilities

Cons:

Nothing

2025-01-05 via Nuitee
S
Steve solo traveller gb
9
Superb
2024-12-13 via Nuitee
D
David young couple gb
8
Would I stay there again? Yes, without hesitation.
Pros:

Location was chosen as it was the venue for a function. The function room was exceptionally well presented, the food was very good and the staff were outstanding. The hotel and bar are clean and functional; however, as commented by others, it is in need of some refurbishment which we were informed was scheduled to take place soon.

Cons:

In need of some updating but that did not detract from our stay.

2024-12-12 via Nuitee
N
Norma young couple gb
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Lovely room,small but everything very clean and nicely furnished. Had a club Christmas function, food delicious and excellent sevice

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike

2024-12-11 via Nuitee
N
Natalie young couple gb
9
Superb
2024-11-16 via Nuitee
L
Leona with friends gb
9
Lovely place to stay food was great
Pros:

Was very clean, comfortable bed,
and the food was great, Sunday roast and breakfast was very tasty

Cons:

Block Toilet and bath

2024-11-11 via Nuitee
J
James
4
Rather Tired But The Staff Make an Effort
Pros:

The rooms are rather quirky and give the impression of being not that clean. Carpets are not a good idea! The staff were friendly and efficient. The rooms were very cold and there was no heating on overnight.

2024-11-10 via Nuitee
R
Richard young couple gb
9
Excellent stay. Will be back
Pros:

Excellent location. Very helpful and customer focused young lady helped us check in and organised Dinner. Large comfortable room . Very good food with a wide choice and a lovely breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing.

2024-10-20 via Nuitee
S
Shane
6
Nice but shame about the outside light
Pros:

Clean and friendly place. Lovely king bed. Unfortunately the external lights that light up the building were right outside the bedroom window, we was hoping they’d be turned off when the bar/restaurant closed but they weren’t… it was like having daylight shine through the curtains the whole night which effected our sleep massively. Room 25 for anyone interested.

2024-10-08 via Nuitee
D
David young couple gb
9
Comfortable stay in a nice hotel but with room for improvement
Pros:

Lovely room, spotlessly clean with a comfortable bed. Staff really nice and friendly, and the hotel is very well-located, in a lovely building full of character.

Cons:

The walls are paper-thin; we could hear everything the neighbours were doing, including using the toilet.
Breakfast is too expensive; we ate in Sleaford for much cheaper.

2024-10-06 via Nuitee
J
Jason family
10
Pros:

Had a lovely two night stay in this hotel this week.

2024-10-05 via Nuitee