Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Lovely rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent room quality
Food service issues
Additional charges for amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
Overall, the rooms were lovely and spotless, but some guests encountered issues such as broken items, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
9.35
The staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, particularly in event scenarios and during spa visits.
Location
9.35
Great location for Rutland Waters, convenient for wedding guests.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms were attractive but some guests experienced issues with temperature, noise, and amenities.
Amenities
7.85
The spa and pool were mentioned positively, but additional costs for some amenities and issues with standard items such as breakfast were noted.
Value for Money
7.85
While some value was seen in the stay, there were concerns about breakfast portions and extra charges that affected the overall perception of value.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Food quality was praised during events, but breakfast service and portion sizes received criticism.
Overall Experience
8.75
A generally positive experience with some noted shortcomings, particularly related to room quality and food service, but great for events.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:24

Property Description

Scenic Countryside Retreat

Luxurious En-suite Bedrooms
Individually furnished rooms with picturesque views and modern amenities including free WiFi and digital TVs.

Locally Sourced Dining
Enjoy a full English breakfast and delicious meals made from local, seasonal ingredients.

Experience tranquility at The Barnsdale. Book now for an unforgettable stay amidst Rutland's beauty.

Important information:

The restaurant is popular with locals and guests. It is advisable therefore to book ahead.


Please note that guest wishes to dine with the property, must booked in advance of their stay to avoid disappointment.

The latest addition to The Signet Collection, Barnsdale Lodge Hotel is about to embark on an exciting new chapter, as The Barnsdale.

The Barnsdale will be a refined yet relaxed boutique hotel, at the heart of Rutland's beautiful countryside. Quirky British sensibility meets elegant authentic luxury. Guests will see the old blended with the new, the refined with the comfortable, and the local with the worldly.

We will soon open our doors again; reimagined, revitalized and oozing with laid-back luxury, celebrating our Rutland setting and paying tribute to the hotel’s heritage.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1200 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 8.75
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L12 • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was lovely plenty of lovely grounds and great inside and outside space. Staff were very cheerful and attentive

Cons:

Some parts of the room were a little tired

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Esther • family_with_children • gb
7
Perfect location and lovely setting and friendly staff.
Pros:

Very good breakfast and dinner in the restaurant. Lovely swimming pool.

Cons:

The room was incredibly hot and airless. A small fan was provided but really for heatwaves larger fans should be considered. The window would not open vey much at all. Last year we stayed and it was the same - very hot rooms.
The bar also ran out of ice!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

All round nice stay

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
9
Great as always
Pros:

Lovely breakfast

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
8
Would definitely recommend but maybe in cooler weather
Pros:

Clean and lovely gardens

Cons:

Unfortunately it was so hot and the rooms only have a tiny window that only opens on one side so it was sweltering

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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TheUkAdam • couple • gb
1
Very substandard for a supposed quality hotel, the room was very hot with no air conditioning, the window was broken and
Pros:

We chose this hotel due to the star rating and was near our destination

Cons:

No air conditioning. Basic rooms, no room service

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • ca
5
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Nina • family_with_children • gb
9
Beautiful location and beautiful weather. A shame we couldn’t stay longer!
Pros:

The room, courtyard and breakfast were all good.

Cons:

Slight damage to the bath in room and no “welcome drink” offered on arrival!

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
7
Not worth the money, damp & dated room.
Pros:

Lovely charming property with nice courtyard area, restaurant and a delicious breakfast.

Cons:

The room was extremely damp/humid and full of spiders/bugs. Ground floor room so couldn’t open the windows in fear of someone peering in from outside. Mattress was sunken in and uncomfortable, bedding was cheap and thin. Definitely not worth £500 for two nights!

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent facilities, great food.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly staff who remember you

Cons:

Excellent location for many areas of Rutland County and great value for money

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Kate • extended_group • gb
9
Very welcoming and wonderful stay
Pros:

Terrific staff. Beautiful gardens and relaxed welcoming atmosphere

Cons:

The only criticism I have is that rooms should have a small fridge. Especially if paid extra for a dog. I had no where to store their food .

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Reed • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
9
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The ambience and character of the hotel.

Cons:

A loose loo seat!

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • couple • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
9
Lovely chilled stay in a beautiful hotel next to Rutland Water, service and food excellent
Pros:

Beautiful stone hotel converted barns very professional and efficient service second to none. The hotel itself was of a very high standard, nothing was too much trouble. Lovely two night stay

Cons:

Our bath plug was slightly stuck but not a big issue Rm 6

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee