Kings Highway, Derby by Marston's Inns

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Marston's Inns
7.9 (2420 reviews)
Kingsway, Rowditch, Derby , Derby , GB
+44 1332 349671

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Bar
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location (near hospital, ring road, shops, central Derby)
Friendly, helpful staff and management
Clean and comfortable rooms (many mentions)
Comfortable beds
On-site pub with good, reasonably priced food
Free/easy parking
Good breakfast and overall value
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness (dirty toilet seats, cobwebs, mouldy sealant, crumbs)
No internet reported
Noise issues — dogs barking / disturbance from neighbouring rooms
Lack of bedside sockets for CPAP and missing electrical/comfort amenities (no AC/fan)
Maintenance faults (toilet door handle came off, faulty door lock, damaged bathroom floor)
Small/old TV in some rooms
Missing supplies at times (no toilet roll, insufficient pillows)
Limited in-room amenities (iron not readily available)

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed reports — several guests praised spotlessly clean rooms, but multiple specific complaints (dirty toilet seat, cobwebs, crumbs, mouldy sealant, dusty floors) reduce the overall cleanliness assessment.
Service
9.3
Consistently praised: numerous mentions of friendly, helpful staff and management, easy check-in and attentive assistance (manager called to help with a jammed door).
Location
9
Very positive: repeatedly noted as convenient for hospital, ring road, central Derby, close to shops and retail park, easy parking and near an on-site pub.
Room Quality
7.2
Generally comfortable and clean with good beds and adequate layout, but some rooms are basic with small/old TV, occasional maintenance issues (toilet door handle, damaged bathroom floor) and lack of bedside sockets/air con.
Amenities
6.5
Mixed to below-par: positives include on-site pub and free parking, but several mentions of no internet, no bedside sockets for CPAP, no AC/fan, limited in-room extras (iron often absent) and occasional missing supplies.
Value for Money
8.5
Frequently described as good value and reasonably priced; guests noted reasonable rates, free parking and acceptable facilities for the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Positive mentions of breakfast being good and the on-site pub offering a good selection at reasonable prices; food praised as well priced and satisfactory by multiple guests.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive tenor with repeat bookings and recommendations from many guests, tempered by recurring cleanliness and amenity issues that prevent a top score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 21:57

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 7 minutes' drive from Derby centre, Kings Highway offers easy access to the city's attractions and amenities.

Comfortable Accommodation
The rooms at Kings Highway are equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and a work desk. Guests can unwind in the en suite bathroom with a bathtub or shower.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a hearty continental or cooked breakfast. The on-site pub serves up traditional pub fare and a variety of ales for a satisfying dining experience.

Experience convenience, comfort, and great dining at Kings Highway. Book your stay now for a memorable visit to Derby!

Important information:

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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 2420 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9.3
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Naomi • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, great location, good value for money

Cons:

Nothin to dislike

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Geoffrey • family_with_children • au
8
A well located property that had a comfy bed, food and drink next door and plenty of free parking.
Pros:

A comfortable room that was good value for money. well located and plenty of parking. Breakfast offering was a good variety with hot food cooked to order.

Cons:

Nothing that stood out.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • solo_traveller • gb
9
Clean, friendly staff and good food with lots of choice
Pros:

Comfortable bed, welcoming staff and good food both for evening meal and breakfast.
This is third time I have stayed here.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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MikeC304 • solo_traveller • gb
8
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clare • couple • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The comfort of the mattress was poor. My partner has had a bad back and neck since staying

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
8
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Iris • couple • gb
8
Budget hotel ideal for wkd break
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

All good

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
9
Great would use again
Pros:

Good service great food

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable room and bed, good powerful shower. Location good being next to the pub and Kingsway shopping centre also for being near my family in Mickleover.

Cons:

We stayed during the heatwave and there wasn't a fan in the room luckily my husband had brought one with him or it would have been unbearable. The bathroom could do with hooks to hang towels from.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Great stay at a great price!
Pros:

The accommodation is completely separate to the pub itself and the windows keep out any noise.

The pub food was lovely and the staff were really friendly. There are lots of offers on food and drinks.

The room was very clean and tidy, the bed was comfortable and there is a good retail park nearby.

Cons:

The only tiny issue is no sockets by the beds to charge phones, BUT there are usb sockets in the room so not the end of the world!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • gb
4
The stay was ok for one night wouldn’t have stayed for any longer & wont be returning due to the low
Pros:

The location was perfect as my daughter only lives across the road & we was visiting

Cons:

Bathroom :- needs a good deep clean around taps etc !!!
Bedroom needs sockets by the bed / bigger tv/ air con
Needs Bedside table both sides

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Maria Pilar • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable and in a quiet location
Pros:

Confortable and quiet to have a restful night to continue my trip. Clean and the staff was very kind to me, traveling alone that is very appreciated.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • gb
8
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clare • couple • gb
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Crofts • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Comfy bed

Cons:

A fan that kept Me awake .

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

It was what we needed for a over night stay for a wedding at a different location.
Only small thing is tbe reception is at the pub. So its a walk around the place after you walk in and find you have to go to the pub to check in.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Louise • extended_group • gb
6
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MARTIN • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee