Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Welcoming atmosphere
Good food
Cons:
Disappointing Christmas experience
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Mixed reviews on cleanliness with mention of damp smell in function room.
Service
8.83
Some delays noted, but overall friendly and attentive service.
Location
8.87
Good atmosphere and easy access to the pub mentioned positively.
Room Quality
7.32
Issues mentioned with room conditions and amenities.
Amenities
8.55
Standard amenities provided, but some negative comments on decor.
Value for Money
7.81
High price for the Christmas dinner did not meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Food quality varied significantly; some reviews highlighted issues with meals.
Overall Experience
8.53
Overall experience mixed, with some positive aspects and notable disappointments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:22

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Hardstoft, The Shoulder at Hardstoft offers easy access to popular attractions like Chatsworth House and Sherwood Forest.

Comfortable Accommodation
The hotel provides cozy rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and beautiful garden views in some rooms.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in British cuisine at the on-site restaurant, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices available upon request.

Ready to experience a relaxing stay with great amenities and nearby attractions? Book your stay at The Shoulder at Hardstoft now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 761 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 8.83
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 7.32
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Jinks • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Marc • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Christie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Exactly what I needed after a long day working.
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Fine for a one night stopover. Very clean and good freshly cooked food in the evening.

Cons:

Room on the small side and unlined thin curtains let in light. Just attach blackout linings!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jillian • couple • gb
10
Great value for money stay in a lovely location .
Pros:

Loved the room it was bright spacious and comfortable .
Bed was very comfy too . Bathroom was small but adequate for our needs very clean indeed.
Sunday roast was excellent .

Cons:

No breakfast available .

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mia • couple • gb
8
Excellet value for money - great find
Pros:

Friendly staff, great selection of drinks at the bar, lovely atmosphere and vibe overall. Cosy room, great value for money!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Lee S • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent Country Pub in Derbyshire
Pros:

Excellent country pub in Derbyshire in a great location. The staff were fantastic throughout our 3 night stay, and the food was really good.

3 of us stayed in the family suite which is perfect for a long weekend.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely spot
Pros:

The staff were friendly. There was plenty of coffee and milk etc and plenty of towels.

Cons:

I couldn't find a hairdryer anywhere

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
7
Did the job
Pros:

Local to what we needed

Cons:

TV did not work, shower had no pressure

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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isabella • family_with_children • it
8
Notte al pub
Pros:

Da tempo sognavo di passare una notte in un pub! Camera da 3, carina e spaziosa. Anche il bagno grande e pulito. Il personale del locale assolutamente TOP, gentile e premuroso!

Cons:

Non andava la luce di fianco al letto, ma stando una sola notte, non abbiamo detto nulla e non ha influito sul giudizio generale.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great food , great location and great staff

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Sehgal • family_with_children • gb
6
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • gb
10
Excellent location, facilities, staff and comfort, just a lovely place to stay.
Pros:

Unfortunately we didn’t have long enough there we arrived late and left early due to prior commitments. Really lovely place to stay would highly recommend.

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Pros:

they dont do breakfast. great location for our needs

Cons:

no room service, the rooms where so hot, no air con or fan

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Deluce • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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shauna • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Alyson • family_with_children • gb
10
Great house, great stay!
Pros:

The house was spotlessly clean and ideal for meeting with family.

Cons:

Driving out onto the main road is a bit tricky. Perhaps a mirror on the other side of the road might be helpful.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee