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 739 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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Dean solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

1 insect in the room

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
5
Need to update beds
Pros:

Good evening meal perfect staff good

Cons:

Beds

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
V
Victoria couple gb
8
A lovely pub but could do with providing a fan in the hot weather.
Pros:

The pub was really lovely with great staff and a perfect location. We booked dinner and had a truly first class meal with good local produce, the cost, while not cheap, it was excellent value for the quality. If only the pub served breakfast as I'm sure it would have been to the same high standard. The bed was very comfortable

Cons:

Due to the exceptionally hot weather the room was VERY hot at night making sleeping uncomfortable. Not really enough ventilation, only 1 out of 3 windows can open not helped by the room facing south and west getting all afternoon and evening sun.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Hazel solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Sandra solo_traveller gb
10
Such a great place to stay
Pros:

So welcoming and room and location fabulous

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
P
Paola solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Excellent location for visiting Hardwick Hall. Comfortable bed. Clean.

Cons:

While breakfast was not advertised, there were few places nearby that served breakfast. The dinner was fine, but limited choices. Some of the young staff were unfriendly.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Syh couple gb
8
Excellent dinner in the evening and lots going on there.
Pros:

The food was delicious and service excellent.

Cons:

The TV in the room wasn't working well.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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raymond couple gb
8
Pros:

No breakfast offered

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
R
Rhiannon solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
S
Simon solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Gerwyn solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
J
jeannette solo_traveller dk
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Paul extended_group gb
8
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
J
Josnne extended_group gb
10
Perfect, would stay again in a heartbeat.
Pros:

This is a super over night stay hotel, dog friendly, amazing food, couldn’t have asked for more.

Cons:

Floor in room was a bit uneven but it wouldn’t stop me staying again.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Phil Helliwell solo_traveller gb
9
Great overnight stay
Pros:

2nd visit, we like to stay at Shoulder as a stopover between Hampshire and Northumberland. Rooms are clean and comfortable, staff are friendly the dinners are delicious. Can't say much regarding the surroundings as it's always a brief stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
A
Anuj extended_group gb
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
T
Tim solo_traveller gb
10
Friendly staff clean and comfortable accommodation
Pros:

Attentive friendly staff Food was exceptional

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
G
Georgina extended_group gb
8
Easy, clean, convenient, warm, overnight stop.
Pros:

Easy to book. Great location near to M1 and travelling. Accommodated late arrivals and late dinner service, Friendly.

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
G
Gazza solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Lovely friendly place and very cosy and comfortable rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
R
Robert solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

good staff, bathroom, comfy bed.

Cons:

Just needs a freshen up especially carpets

2026-06-04 via Nuitee