Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming atmosphere
Good food
Cons:
Disappointing Christmas experience
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Mixed reviews on cleanliness with mention of damp smell in function room.
Service
8.83
Some delays noted, but overall friendly and attentive service.
Location
8.87
Good atmosphere and easy access to the pub mentioned positively.
Room Quality
7.32
Issues mentioned with room conditions and amenities.
Amenities
8.55
Standard amenities provided, but some negative comments on decor.
Value for Money
7.81
High price for the Christmas dinner did not meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Food quality varied significantly; some reviews highlighted issues with meals.
Overall Experience
8.53
Overall experience mixed, with some positive aspects and notable disappointments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:22

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Hardstoft, The Shoulder at Hardstoft offers easy access to popular attractions like Chatsworth House and Sherwood Forest.

Comfortable Accommodation
The hotel provides cozy rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and beautiful garden views in some rooms.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in British cuisine at the on-site restaurant, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices available upon request.

Ready to experience a relaxing stay with great amenities and nearby attractions? Book your stay at The Shoulder at Hardstoft now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 729 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 8.83
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 7.32
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Gerwyn solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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jeannette solo_traveller dk
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Paul extended_group gb
8
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Phil Helliwell solo_traveller gb
9
Great overnight stay
Pros:

2nd visit, we like to stay at Shoulder as a stopover between Hampshire and Northumberland. Rooms are clean and comfortable, staff are friendly the dinners are delicious. Can't say much regarding the surroundings as it's always a brief stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Josnne extended_group gb
10
Perfect, would stay again in a heartbeat.
Pros:

This is a super over night stay hotel, dog friendly, amazing food, couldn’t have asked for more.

Cons:

Floor in room was a bit uneven but it wouldn’t stop me staying again.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Anuj extended_group gb
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Tim solo_traveller gb
10
Friendly staff clean and comfortable accommodation
Pros:

Attentive friendly staff Food was exceptional

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Georgina extended_group gb
8
Easy, clean, convenient, warm, overnight stop.
Pros:

Easy to book. Great location near to M1 and travelling. Accommodated late arrivals and late dinner service, Friendly.

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Gazza solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Lovely friendly place and very cosy and comfortable rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

good staff, bathroom, comfy bed.

Cons:

Just needs a freshen up especially carpets

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Peaceful, lovely staff nice location

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Mark extended_group gb
7
Good in general, a few minor tweaks could make this excellent
Pros:

The location was good for our needs.

Cons:

No Breakfast available, narrow stairs to rooms for the elderly who had travel cases to carry

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Nichola couple gb
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Mike couple es
7
Cons:

The bathroom had a very bad smell coming from the shower waste tube, to the point it woke us up.
I contacted the shoulder but never had a reply.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
8
Comfortable and good value for money
Pros:

Nice evening meal. Pleasant location that had an ‘out in the country’ feel. Comfortable room.

Cons:

No breakfast available. I don’t think that was clear when I booked.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Hague solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Lovely wee pub. Entertainment a bonus! The singer was very good. Food good. Just rooms need a refresh on a few things. Decor and furniture mostly. Overall value was fair for what we got.

Cons:

Decor and bed frame!!! Lol

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
7
Good public areas
Pros:

Good bar and restaurant. Plenty of parking. Good bathroom

Cons:

Bedroom was small for what was a "superior" room and not well furnished. New white linen needed. No one on premises in the morning to help with departure.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Philip couple gb
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Food amazing

Cons:

No breakfast available

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Roisin solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The staff were very accommodating and the room was fantastic value.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
4
Shoulder
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Very tired room, in need of some tlc
Dusty, hairs on the sheets.
No breakfast option offered

2026-05-05 via Nuitee