The Whistle and Flute

Hotels
7.7 (463 reviews)
Railway Street , Barnetby le Wold , GB

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Good food and value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.16
Several reviews noted issues with cleanliness, including dusty rooms and communal areas.
Service
9.13
Staff was frequently praised for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.17
Many reviews highlighted the convenient location, particularly for visiting family.
Room Quality
6.12
Some guests found rooms small and uncomfortable, with issues like small beds.
Amenities
7.65
Amenities were generally acceptable but noted to be a bit outdated or lacking.
Value for Money
8.11
Multiple reviews indicated that the hotel offered good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Food quality received positive feedback with good portions and variety.
Overall Experience
7.63
Overall experiences varied; while some guests enjoyed their stay, others were disappointed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:41

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

The Whistle and Flute offers 4-star accommodation just opposite Barnetby railway station. Each room features a flat-screen TV with Sky HD channels and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. Whether you prefer an en suite bathroom or shared facilities, the hotel caters to your needs.

Entertainment and Dining

Experience top-notch entertainment at the hotel's pub, showcasing major sporting events and live horse racing on large HD screens. Enjoy live music and performers during weekends while indulging in home-made dishes at the restaurant. From oven-baked salmon to steak and ale pie, savor the specialities made from locally sourced ingredients.

Convenient Location

With Humberside Airport just a 7-minute drive away, and shuttle services available, travel convenience is guaranteed. Explore nearby attractions like Scunthorpe and Grimsby within 20 minutes' drive. Book your stay at The Whistle and Flute for a memorable experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 463 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.16
Service: 9.13
Location: 8.17
Room Quality: 6.12
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 7.63
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Erica • couple • gb
7
Lovely staff , room a bit tired.
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely. Staff were lovely. Room was a little tired. Could do with a freshen up .
Mattress was very soft could do with replacing.

Cons:

Room was a little tired. Could do with a freshen up, curtains half hanging off..
Mattress was very soft could do with replacing.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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wanderingcyclist • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very enjoyable
Pros:

I had stayed there before. It was because I liked it so much and felt sorry it was only for one night; I decided to plan a longer stay, this time for 3 nights.
The main attraction for me is the food quality and the size of the meals. Usually, when cycling, I manage a starter, main course and dessert. However, I've now had 4 evening meals there and not once had room for a dessert, but in its own way it's good! It also meant I could manage the full English for two mornings. I did on the third morning, and it's big! There are plenty of breakfast options.
A nice touch was that, before breakfast, on the third morning, I sat outside in the sun reading, and the lady offered (which I accepted) a cup of tea on the house.
Finally, I like that it's located alongside the rail station, making trains the perfect way to travel to/from it.

Cons:

I was a bit disappointed the bar didn't have any bitters/ales on draught. It won't stop me from going again, but it's the on thing that stopped me from giving an "excellent rating.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • gb
5
Ok
Pros:

No comment

Cons:

It was tired

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Very convenient for the station and the beds were comfy.

Cons:

No soap, toiletries or hairdryer in room 10.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
7
Very pleasant stay thanks to the staff and food quality.
Pros:

The food was amazing and tasty. The staff were friendly and very helpful.

Cons:

The exterior needs a fresh coat of paint. This just let an otherwise brilliant place down a little.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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helen • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Friendly staff pub was good and well stocked. Convenient for transport and walking the viking way

Cons:

The room was very worn. Polystyrene tiles on the ceiling hanging off. Stains on mattresses and quilts. No toiletries. The place smelled of smoke.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Kepez • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • gb
8
Stay on the Viking way
Pros:

Position perfect for walking the Viking way

Cons:

Instant coffee served with the breakfast

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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helen • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Good food, friendly staff especially the lady who served breakfast.

Cons:

Decor could do with a refresh in the rooms although they were clean. Only 1 power socket to charge any devices.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • solo_traveller • es
10
Hartley Number 9
Pros:

Everyone was so welcoming & friendly (Jules, Courtney, Lousie, Charlotte to name but a few) as were the customers,
two of the, Ken & Brenda even gave us a lift to the venue of a wedding we were going to.
The food is excellent.
Would most definitely stay there again.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • couple • gb
7
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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PAUL • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good Location for Air Show.
Pros:

Sky TV in room

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
10
Will always stay here
Pros:

Lovely stay, room amazing, does excellent food, great location, lovely staff

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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catherine • solo_traveller • gb
1
Do not stay.
Pros:

Sadly nothing. Was close to the location where we were working.

Cons:

Parking is actually in the train station.
Food was awful - one dish was burnt and rock hard, the other was burnt on top and raw underneath.
Beds hard.
1 Room had mould and had been painted over. The other had actual mould furring !
Staff unwelcoming - felt like we were a chore staying.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely and clean, staff couldn’t do enough for you

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Triumph Explorer 1200 • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The food was excellent, the best fish and chips i think I have ever had. Breakfast was also good and large.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Helen Scargill • couple • gb
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Boyer • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Very welcoming and helpful when we arrived very tired and hot on foot

Cons:

The shower suddenly went very hotDuring use

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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victoria • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good location opposite station but no other redeeming features!
Pros:

Location
Sky TV

Cons:

Bed mattress needs changing bad nights sleep due to feeling springs. Shower was hot but leaks into the bathroom. Room needs a freshen up as lots of bubbling paintwork and stained carpets in areas of the room. Kettle provided but only two milk pots and no teabags or coffee sachets, probably overlooked by housekeeping also no shower gel etc only a handwash so remember to bring your own also no hairdryer provided in the room.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee