The R Inn Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (1036 reviews)
11-15 Station Road, Desborough, Northamptonshire , Desborough , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Lift / Elevator
Cycling
Facilities for disabled guests
Meeting/banquet facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good value for a night's stay
Cons:
Overpriced taxis
Limited amenities
Noise issues during stay

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
Room was clean, but some complaints about bathroom cleanliness.
Service
8.85
Friendly and helpful staff, with good reception experience.
Location
7.85
Location was acceptable, but taxis were overpriced.
Room Quality
8.35
Room was spacious and had necessary amenities, though some mentioned issues.
Amenities
7.35
Limited amenities like no bar or breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.85
Reasonable price for a night's stay, with some good features.
Food and Beverage
6.85
No food options available on site.
Overall Experience
8.25
Mixed reviews, with some guests having positive stays, and others very negative.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:23

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Amenities
The R Inn Hotel offers modern and contemporary rooms equipped with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities for your comfort.

Convenient Facilities
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, on-site parking, a garden to relax in, and conference/meeting facilities during your stay at The R Inn Hotel.

Nearby Attractions
Located just 6 miles from Kettering town centre, with the West Lodge Rural Centre a short 5-minute drive away and Greentrunks Garden Centre close by at 4.6 miles, there's plenty to explore near the hotel.

Book your stay at The R Inn Hotel now to experience comfort, convenience, and nearby attractions.

Important information:

Kindly note the property does not accept cash-only payments. Complete or part payments need to be made by a credit/debit card on arrival.

Check-in is strictly between 15:00 and 21:00; late check-ins cannot be accommodated.

Please note, there is limited parking available and cannot be reserved. Parking is subject to availability.

Due to the style of the building, there are narrow and steep stairs leading to the rooms, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

The property hosts live entertainment on weekends. Some rooms may be affected by noise.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: EMA

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1036 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 8.85
Location: 7.85
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 7.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 6.85
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Monika • couple • at
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2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • gb
9
Had absolutely fantastic stay service was brilliant
Pros:

The facility at R hotel is excellent we ran out of milk staff were quick to replenish it for us in matter of minutes
They we’re extremely busy with a private party going on

Cons:

Every thing was excellent

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Lorna • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Fran • couple • gb
6
Hot, but great value for money.
Pros:

Real value for money. Friendly staff and convenient parking.
Comfortable bed. Nice decor.

Cons:

The bathroom had an unpleasant drain smell.
It was also outrageously hot! I do realise we were there in a heatwave but when we arrived in the evening, when it was cooler outside, all doors and windows were shut and air con in corridors was off.
The bathroom floor and toilet seat were hot. When we got in later from visiting a friend, despite having done our best to ventilate the room the walls were hot to touch and the drain smell even worse. When we left in the morning the corridor air con was on. What a difference it would have made to have had it on the previous day, and for someone to have thought about ventilation.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Martha • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Central location for me. Clean room small double bed in a single room was a bonus. Larger en-suite also perfect. Staff lovely.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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LUCIANA • solo_traveller • pt
8
Pros:

Recepcionista muito gentil, esquecemos o adaptador de tomadas e ela nos emprestou. As camas eram confortáveis e havia dois travesseiros por pessoa. Estava relativamente limpo. Check-in foi fácil. Ter estacionamento. Embora sem Pequeno-almoço, havia um local para tomar café muito próximo.

Cons:

Do horário limitado de check-in. Os quartos estavam extremamente quentes, a ventuinha não refrescava, e a janela apenas abria muito parcialmente, então passamos mal com o calor.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Stay before always great service

Cons:

Nothing all good

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • couple • gb
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Gavin • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff. Pay for what you get. If you don’t expect “the ritz” for minimal money it’s perfect. I stayed here when down for formula 1. Will stay again next year

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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DavidSPS • solo_traveller • gb
8
Cons:

Only problem was no air conditioning.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Elliot • couple • gb
8
Very comfortable for a nights stay
Pros:

Super nice and clean, private quiet rooms.

Cons:

Road outside was extremely loud throughout the night and early morning. Shower gel was provided but sachets of other self care products would be useful.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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tahir • solo_traveller • gb
10
Delightful Desborough
Pros:

This is a lovely hotel.
I've stayed here lots of times.
Vicky, Beth, & Kris are the best.

Cons:

There is nothing to dislike

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • es
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle Louise • couple • gb
10
Perfect for my needs
Pros:

The staff were super friendly. The room was quiet and comfortable. It was the perfect pit stop. With a fantastic power shower. And on-site parking. Always grateful when there is a kettle to start the day with a brew.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Darlene • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Good price. Convenient. Small but compact room.

Cons:

The stairs. I prefer ground floor rooms but I didn't check so my fault.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • gb
10
Brilliant stay nice little eating area plates KFS supplied brilliant little touch
Pros:

Fantastic place to stay car park round the back room was fantastic

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Mesut • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

"One of the best things about this place is the free and secure parking.

Cons:

The shower was far too small and uncomfortable to use.
The mattress was extremely soft, and I woke up the next morning with back and body pain.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Dining room option to heat own food up

Cons:

Helpful staff

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee