Rothley Court Hotel by Greene King Inns

Hotels
Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
7.7 (1735 reviews)
Westfield Lane , Rothley , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent customer service
Good food options
Beautiful property
Cons:
Poor room quality
Awful Wi-Fi
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.78
Noted issues with room cleanliness and maintenance, including cracked sink and grotty shower curtain.
Service
8.75
Customer service was excellent, accommodating needs during an emergency.
Location
8.79
Good location mentioned multiple times, with proximity to local attractions.
Room Quality
6.24
Poor insulation and noise issues from adjoining rooms impacted the overall room quality.
Amenities
7.27
Limited mentions; breakfast quality was mixed but there were good vegan options.
Value for Money
7.73
Good value for some aspects but disappointing in others given the room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Positive feedback on food quality and variety, excellent breakfast option.
Overall Experience
7.75
Overall a mixed experience, with both positive moments and significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 02:12

Property Description

Magnificent Estate and Stunning Grounds
Set in a magnificent estate, Rothley Court Hotel features idyllic, manicured grounds with a trout-filled river, rose walks, and an 11th-century chapel. The 10-acre grounds provide a picturesque backdrop for a relaxing stay.

Luxurious Bedrooms and Dining Experience
The beautiful bedrooms at Rothley Court Hotel offer modern bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and charming garden views. Indulge in a dining experience at the Babington Restaurant with an extensive menu and carefully selected wine list. Enjoy specialty coffees and afternoon teas in the Babington Bar with real log fires.

Historic Charm and Convenient Location
Dating back to 1086, the impressive estate of Rothley Court Hotel boasts flower gardens, heated terraces, and fountains. Conveniently located in Rothley village, the hotel offers free on-site parking and easy access to nearby attractions like the Great Central Steam Railway and National Space Centre.

Book your stay at Rothley Court Hotel for a delightful blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty.

Important information:

Please note that full payment is taken at time of booking.

The property is a busy venue for several functions and it may be noisy at times.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EMA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 1735 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.78
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 6.24
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 7.75
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hugh extended_group gb
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Alicia couple gb
4
Be aware that there is a great disparity between rooms - some doubles are much better than others.
Pros:

Mattress was comfortable, bedding was good, towels were okay. Shower pressure was good. Sleeping area was adequate for one night.

Cons:

The room (which I paid extra for to access from 12 noon) was a very small double that was the furthest it possibly could be from the main hotel, with single glazing and a noisy main road. The bathroom was very dated with incorrectly aligned mucky taps, cracked and dirty tiling/screens and mouldy looking windows. Noise from water system when other rooms were using bathrooms. Tried to add photos but couldn't. Additionally we left behind our wash bag with electric toothbrushes, Thierry perfume and other items and I tried on several occasions to contact the hotel about this by leaving telephone messages and messages via Booking.com but even though we had a second visit (another funeral) this has never been recovered or resolved.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Alicia family_with_children gb
4
We didn't have breakfast because it is only served between 7:00 and 9:00. Too early for us!!!
Pros:

Double room was a lot more spacious than our previous visit. Mattress good, bedding good and bathroom supplies okay (although I find it difficult to use the basin handwashing tube of soap and would prefer a press-top soap dispenser). Tea & coffee facilities okay. Family room was very spacious and double sofa bed set up ready to use.

Cons:

In the double room the bed base was broken on one side resulting on a misalignment of the two base parts. The lampshades at the side of the bed were not fixed so they were wonky. The carpets were ill-fitting in both rooms. The decor of the hallways and communal areas in the annexe were all in serious need of updating as there were badly painted areas, dirty hand rails, wood chip wall coverings and exploding and peeling plaster. - Oh and I accidentally went upstairs in the main hotel (looking for toilets) and the handrails were really sticky! Still didn't find out about our lost items from previous visit!!!

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Keely couple gb
6
Nice cheap night
Pros:

The venue and grounds

Cons:

The room was very dated could do with a refurb and good clean, the room and bathroom was quite prison like and dark and inclosed

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
8
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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TIMOTHY solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location lovely gardens and outside space

Cons:

Didn't like the room in the annexe. Would have preferred to stay in the main building

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Mills couple gb
7
Great breakfast. Lovely staff, would stay again.
Pros:

Stunning old property with lots of character and charm. Loved the terrace area .

Cons:

Room was quite small. Bed small double , we are used to a super king ! Could do with updating .

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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rajindre solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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helen solo_traveller gb
9
The best day ever.
Pros:

I was there for my sons wedding. The day was amazing. This was very much down to the location and the amazing staff ,of which nothing seemed to be too much trouble for them. It was faultless and will be remembered with such joy and fondness. The comfort of the bed , the food, service , surroundings and the staff made it for all of us. Thank you so much.

Cons:

Nothing really I cannot find a fault.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Colleen solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely stay
Pros:

Rothley Court hotel has a lot of history attached to it which is interesting. The interior in the main building is full of panelling and interesting paintings. Breakfast was lovely with a wide choice. Ate at hotel but the village is only a 10 minute walk away.

Cons:

Nothing really. We had a room in the annex which was a bit dated but comfortable. No air conditioning but we did have a fan which was perfect for us. Beautiful evening but very little shade outside. Has a great south facing garden but could do with a bit of an upgrade with more shade, not just umbrellas which aren't big enough to provide the tables with adequate shade. There is a lovely stream at the bottom - think they could make more of this and the space.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Byars solo_traveller gb
4
Adequate Hotel if you don't like nice food!
Pros:

The room was adequate but in need of a spruce up, it was a bit dreary but the bed was comfortable. The hotel has a lovely exterior with plenty of historical interest but felt too dark in all areas of the interior - good lighting goes a long way. The outdoor terrace and gardens were lovely.

Cons:

The food! We were at Rothley Court hotel for a wedding, the bride and groom chose to have a barbecue which consisted of pork and paprika 'foot-long' sausages, burgers, potato salad, coleslaw, sweet potato and corn on the cob. The bread rolls for the foot-long and the burgers were stale and burgers themselves were tasteless. The potato salad was adequate, the coleslaw was tart, the sweet potato was edible and the corn on the cob was dry. Were I to hazard a guess, I would say nothing was made by a chef, but simply cooked from frozen and scooped from plastic tubs. The 'barbecue' food was carried out from the kitchen and barely touched the barbecues that were outside! There was no vegetarian options readily available, they had to ask for an alternative and wait while it was cooked. The food was supposed to be served at 3pm, it was over 30 minutes late. The leftovers (of which there were plenty) were moved inside and placed on a low 'windowsill' - the sausages were left uncovered and the naked flame under the bain-marie left unattended while there were young children at the wedding both unhygienic and dangerous! We did not partake in breakfast but were told that it too was not pleasant.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Daniele solo_traveller gb
5
Not worth the money
Pros:

Location & building
Bed was comfortable

Cons:

Food was terrible, room was awful and overpriced (the bed was comfortable though so that made up for the shoddy room)
Staff were miserable.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Jessica couple gb
4
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Tina couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Liked everything about the property

Cons:

Nothing I didn’t like about the property

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Riddle solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Small double bed

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Sally family_with_children gb
7
A lovely old building in a great location.
Cons:

A great location within walking distance to Rothley Village. Very relaxing place with plenty of outdoor seating.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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gary solo_traveller au
8
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Lisa prior solo_traveller gb
5
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
8
Enjoyable short stay in comfortable room.
Pros:

Comfortable well equipped room in quiet annex. Hotel had a lot of character and breakfast was very good.

Cons:

Nothing really. We had an enjoyable stay.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Mairi couple gb
9
Fabulous piece of history with great value accommodation.
Pros:

Beautiful facade. Lovely historic character. Very spacious outdoor gardens/bar sitting area. Templar Chapel on site!!!

2026-08-16 via Nuitee