The Horse & Jockey

Hotels
9.1 (932 reviews)
Brackenfield Lane , Alfreton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
Soundproof rooms
Darts
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great value for money
Cons:
Limited dinner menu options
Some service inconsistencies during busy times

Categories

Cleanliness
9.34
Most reviews mentioned that the hotel was clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.81
Many reviews praised the staff for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.85
Some reviewers noted the location was limited but still convenient.
Room Quality
9.3
Guests remarked on the comfort and quality of the rooms.
Amenities
8.33
Standard amenities; some guests noted the lack of a lift and limited menu options.
Value for Money
9.29
Guests found the value for money to be great considering the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Mixed reviews; some guests were disappointed with the food quality.
Overall Experience
9.51
General sentiment was very positive, with many considering a return visit.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:22

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in comfort at The Horse & Jockey in Alfreton. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV, cozy seating area, and modern amenities for a relaxing stay.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor exquisite meals at the on-site restaurant and explore the unique dining experiences at The Basement and cocktail bar. Culinary delights await at every corner.

Entertainment Galore
From billiards to darts, the hotel offers a range of entertainment options for guests to unwind and have a great time. The shared lounge provides a perfect setting to socialize and create lasting memories.

Book your stay at The Horse & Jockey now to experience luxury, fine dining, and entertainment all under one roof.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 932 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.34
Service: 9.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 9.29
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 9.51
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Richard Trasler • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very clean, good parking and restaurant and excellent value for money

Cons:

Only small problem the room we stayed in was above the pub toilets and the hand dryer was very noisy but obviously stopped when the bar closed

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Snowdon • family_with_children • gb
9
nice surroundings and comfortable
Pros:

Very good breakfast good value for money. Nice surroundings and pleasant staff

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely room
Pros:

The room was spacious and comfortable. The food was lovely.

Cons:

Hoped there'd be a lift for 2nd floor and would have liked an eggs benedict for breakfast.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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ROBERTO • extended_group • it
9
Piacevole
Pros:

Colazione ottima e abbondante. Personale cortese.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • solo_traveller • gb
9
I'd stay again
Pros:

On the hottest days in May ever the air-conditioning was awesome.

Cons:

The fish and chips didn't taste great, the fish was very watery.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Great place and convenient for when we visited Cromford Mill a few miles away
Pros:

Room was excellent. Great large car park. Food in resturaunt was very good. Very nice place and price was very competitive. Would use again when I visit Cromford Mill and other surrounding area.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Swannick • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, helpful. Good clean room. Food very good, variation in food request no problem. Location was good, had a room with a countryside view. Altogether a lovely place to stay, and reasonably priced.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Warm and welcoming staff. Good on site restaurant.

Cons:

In a small village with not a lot to do away from hotel unless you got in the car. But a good base for sightseeing overall.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Debbie Fitton • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Spotlessly clean, all of the staff are very pleasant and attentive, even when the restaurant is busy. Toiletries supplied, body wash, shampoo and body lotion. Couldn't fault it!

Cons:

Only one small thing, The bed was too hard for me but that is a personal thing, as my husband was fine with it.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Babak • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Pleasantly surprised by the quality and the immaculate cleanliness of the room
It was great stay and experience, for a reasonable and not an overblown price

Cons:

None

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very nice and good value too

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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DAVID • couple • au
10
We highly recommend the Horse and Jockey. A very pleasant experience from start to end, wish we had booked in for longer
Pros:

Everything!
The staff were friendly and helpful,the property and rooms, food and drinks, were all to a very high standard.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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virginia • couple • gb
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
8
Smart and comfortable with large modern rooms.
Pros:

The room was large and well furnished. The the food was very good, and the staff were friendly. There was plenty of parking. The location was excellent.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee