The George Hotel of Stamford

Hotels
8.9 (1242 reviews)
71 St Martins , Stamford , GB

Free
Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Meeting rooms
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Lovely food
Great location
Clean environment
Cons:
Room noise issues
Dated decor
Missing in-room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.88
Overall cleanliness praised, though some reports of dated decor.
Service
9.15
Staff described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating with some minor slow service issues.
Location
9.39
Location highly regarded, with mentions of history and charm.
Room Quality
8.54
Mixed feedback; some rooms described as uninspiring or dated.
Amenities
8.47
Some amenities lacking, such as hot drinks in rooms, but overall satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.63
Pricing mentioned as a bit high but appropriate for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Breakfast and dining experiences received positive reviews.
Overall Experience
9.15
Overall experience described as enjoyable with a few minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-01 14:41

Property Description

Welcome to The George Hotel of Stamford, a charming historic inn with modern amenities and timeless elegance.

Exquisite Culinary Experience
Indulge in high-quality English cuisine with a twist in our oak-panelled restaurant, complemented by an outstanding wine list. Enjoy delightful traditional cream teas in our elegant lounge or tranquil courtyard garden.

Boutique-Style Bedrooms
Experience the comfort of our uniquely designed bedrooms, showcasing modern art and luxurious fabrics. Each room features original elements, a sumptuous bathroom, and entertainment options including Sky Sports.

Historic Charm and Prime Location
Immerse yourself in a millennium of history with our stunning architecture, including original gateways and the remnants of an ancient chapel. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Rutland Water and 5 minutes from Burghley House Estate, with free on-site parking.

Book your unforgettable stay at The George Hotel of Stamford today!

Important information:

Please be aware that when dining in the Oak Panelled Restaurant, a jacket is respectfully requested for gentlemen. Jeans and sportswear are not permitted.

Only certain rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Please contact the hotel to check if the room you have booked can accommodate an extra bed.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1242 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.88
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Alan • solo_traveller • th
5
Pros:

Location and the on site parking the Rooms were nice but a bit small / tight ok for a solo Travellers but not really for 2.

Cons:

The staff and their off hand attitude plus,the restsurant service is pure hit and miss also.
I personally hate it when staff are so " Grand" and you know they couldn't afford £500 a night !
Example reception over charged the payment and hadn't a clue how to rectify it,had to get management and them I'm told I'll get the refund within 7 days!
Their mistake not mine and no apology.
Afternoon tea ... Simple check your tray before proceeding to the table .. This girl hadn't - Tea with no Cups & Spoons, said OH and left .... waited 6 mins for her to return with Cups but still no spoons....
They need to totally overhaul service its outdated and this attitude of I'm more important than you sucks of middle class England

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • th
5
Pros:

The room

Cons:

The staff attitude and lets just say You serve Tea for 3 forget the cups and then bring them and no spoons ..... service is horrendous and so snobbish ......Not worth the Rates ... not for us again

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful building and the staff were phenomenal
Pros:

Beautiful older style property, with a fantastic court yard.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • us
10
Our "once a year home" when we come to England
Pros:

We love The George! We always come to Stamford whenever we come to Europe. My husband is British and we visit friends here. Breakfasts, dinners and lounge/bar areas are clearly the gathering point for the town. You can feel and see it. It's the "place to be." We had just enjoyed a barge cruise in Champagne, learned about the necessity of chalk for growing champagne grapes and that southern England had begun to make and sell sparking wines. We sampled them at the Champagne Bar at The George and they're very pleasant. Everything about our stay was teriffic!

Cons:

It's impossible to judge The George against a modern hotel because so much of its charm is that the building itself dates back to The Middle Ages. That said, would it be nice to have an elevator? Yes. Would some other 21st century additions be nice, yes. However, the warmth of the team from the front desk to the wait staff to the housekeeping staff and bartenders, plus the fact that we've been here so many times that they know us and greet us like "old friends" more than make up for not being "modern!"

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Francis • couple • gb
8
It was a treat to find an historic hotel which has not been ruined by tasteless 'improvements'.
Pros:

No canned music! Excellent! All the staff were friendly and very helpful. This is an hotel which likes to say "Yes".The traditional ambiance makes it a delightful environment for guests. Long may it continue! Two of the three dinners in the Oak Room were exceptionally good and good value. Breakfasts were very good, but the breakfast room itself was brightly lit and the decor not to my taste.

Cons:

The decor in the breakfast room. At the final dinner in the Oak Room, I suspect the waitress was not used to dealing with crepes Suzette. The flaming was minimal, which meant the sauce was far too alcoholic. Such a pity.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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jim • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Real old English hospitality.

Cons:

The stairs

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Julian • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Elegant and perfectly located traditional hotel

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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philip • couple • gb
3
Disappointed!...The room we were allocated was very poor with zero facilities.
Pros:

The building, Location

Cons:

The rooms are worn, tired and in need of complete refresh.....It is obvious they have not been touched for many years, Not worth the charge per night!

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Cjb208 • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great room and hotel, breakfast is still one of the best I have ever had

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
10
Absolutely loved this stay and the previous stays over a few years
Pros:

Very comfortable period hotel with really great atmosphere

Cons:

No safe in the room - at such a pricey room should have this facility

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • gb
8
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Jill • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
6
Not worth the price tag
Pros:

Great location and a fabulous breakfast, plenty of staff around to help with anything (almost felt like too many staff causing their own chaos), bed was comfortable, robes/slippers in the room, nice shower amenities

Cons:

Our room felt very small, dated & the furniture was rather odd. Power sockets on one side of the bed only. The hotel entrance smelt of a farm yard which was not pleasant. We arrived back late after a party & had to ring the bell twice to have staff let us in, the staff member didn’t greet us or acknowledge our pleasantries & instead just looked at us with contempt. Expensive hotel & the rooms itself just aren’t worth the price tag. Feels like they have the monopoly within the town so hopefully they’ll reinvest the money at some point.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The hotel in the main areas is very tired but comfortable

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • gb
9
Overnight indulgence.
Pros:

Position, Staffs positve attitude good parking and Historic ambience.

Cons:

Cost.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
9
Beautiful Hotel with the best staff, will definitely return
Pros:

Beautiful property, fabulous friendly professional staff and great food

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • couple • it
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee