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A gazebo with intricate white latticework, a well-manicured lawn, and a large brick building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring floral centerpieces and elegant table settings.

A large brick building with a formal garden, including a well-maintained lawn, a stone staircase, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

A room with a patterned carpet, leather furniture, and a chandelier.

1. West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection

0.6 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

Rp1.509.504

Rp1.811.404 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand staircase with ornate railings and patterned carpet, leading to a high ceiling with a decorative chandelier.

A room with a stage area featuring a disco ball and LED lighting.

A two-story building with a central entrance, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

2. The Elms Hotel

2.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Stephen

Rp1.243.121

Rp1.491.746 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

3. Kings Park Hotel

1.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Peter

Rp1.328.554

Rp1.594.360 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a green cabinet with a plant, and a large painting of a bull.

A kitchen with a stove, toaster, sink, and cabinets.

Outdoor wicker furniture, a red awning, and a brick building with multiple windows.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a wardrobe.

4. The Lobster Pots - Retford

1.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Rp976.738

Rp1.172.085 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An indoor dining area with bamboo plants, tables, and chairs arranged for guests.

A restaurant with round tables, chairs, and a tropical theme with large rock sculptures and plants.

A modern room with a built-in desk, a small stool, a bean bag, and a wall-mounted decorative item.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a built-in wardrobe, and a small kitchenette.

5. Hex Wildlife Hotel

19.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Emma

Rp1.199.323

Rp1.439.188 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A table with pastries, a teapot, and jars of jam.

A brick house with a gravel path leading to a wooden bench and a table.

A natural outdoor setting with a stream, dense greenery, and a dog.

An ornate mirror reflecting a bedroom with patterned wallpaper, a bed with a blue blanket, and a nightstand with a lamp.

6. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

18.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Alan

Rp1.992.545

Rp1.992.545 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A restaurant with outdoor seating and two lion statues.

A courtyard with a pond, stone benches, and a building with a large tree and a statue.

A garden pathway with hanging flower baskets and well-maintained greenery.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower area, and a wooden floor.

7. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

16.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Carl

Rp2.308.393

Rp2.770.077 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden dining table set with white plates, bowls, and cutlery, accompanied by wine glasses and a vase with flowers.

A conservatory with a brick base and multiple glass panes, attached to a brick wall.

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a floral wallpaper.

A two-story brick house with a tiled roof, a small front garden, and a gravel driveway.

8. 2 Bed House - Sleeps 4 - Pets - Garden - Parking

10.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Kate

Rp2.523.021

Rp3.027.626 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A restaurant interior with brick walls, wooden paneling, and hanging pendant lights. Tables are set with chairs, and there are multiple dining areas visible.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a chair, and a window.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a staircase, and a door labeled "The Cellar of New York."

A sectional sofa with a glass-top coffee table and a fire feature, set against a brick wall with a green hedge.

9. The Forest Lodge

16.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sudath

Rp1.500.389

Rp1.800.467 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A traditional white building with multiple windows and flower boxes, labeled "Angel Inn."

A dimly lit restaurant with wooden furniture and decorative swan figures.

A fireplace with Christmas decorations, including ornaments and garlands.

A white building with multiple windows adorned with hanging flower baskets.

10. The Angel Inn

8.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

Rp2.249.458

Rp2.699.350 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A traditional two-story house with a front entrance, a stone staircase, and a well-maintained garden.

A well-maintained garden with a wooden pergola, a small tree, and a stone pathway.

A hotel lobby with a check-in desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a staircase leading to another floor.

A four-poster canopy bed with a mirror and a vanity in the room.

11. Hickman Hill Hotel

15 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

David

Rp2.328.385

Rp2.794.063 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Marston's Edgell Sleepwell."

A signboard for Marston's with amenities including free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.

12. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

11.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Patricia

Rp1.007.066

Rp1.208.479 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with blinds.

A spacious room with a dining area, a large window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A dining area with a glass table set for six, surrounded by upholstered chairs.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a vase of flowers.

13. Apartment 9

10.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Lynsay

Rp2.663.831

Rp3.196.597 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spa with a starry ceiling, three arched windows, and a circular hot tub area.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a glass balustrade, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a chandelier. There are shelves with bottles and glasses above the counter.

A log cabin-style outdoor seating area with fire pits and wooden planters.

14. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

4.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sarah - Jane

Rp2.466.510

Rp2.959.812 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a red chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, a pedestal sink, a toilet, and a mirror.

A Travelodge building with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a signboard.

15. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Matthew

Rp743.434

Rp743.434 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spa area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A cozy room with a bed, chairs, a table, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There are plants and decorative items on shelves.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling.

16. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Adelina

Rp1.758.128

Rp2.109.754 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A formal event space with rows of chairs, chandeliers, and floral arrangements.

A restaurant with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a ceiling covered in white flowers.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed, a television, a wooden desk, and a basket of toiletries.

A restaurant interior with a floral ceiling, wooden log wall, and leather seating.

17. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Mark

Rp2.269.189

Rp2.723.027 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a dining table with chairs, a potted plant, and a window with blinds.

A room with a wooden door, a white cabinet with shelves, a mounted TV, and a desk with a lamp.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a heart-shaped wall decoration, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a wall-mounted clock, a window with blinds, and a small white lantern.

18. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Suzanne

Rp3.406.196

Rp3.406.196 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A two-story house with a stone facade, a red-tiled roof, and a front porch with a table and chairs.

A serene garden with a small waterfall, lush greenery, and flowering shrubs.

A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, a built-in oven, and a kettle.

19. Pond View

16.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Derek

Rp9.472.343

Rp9.472.343 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, and a shower area.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses, roads, and green spaces.

A pool table in a room with a sofa, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

Two wooden doors with numbers 3 and 2, a checkered carpet, and white trim.

20. Eyrearms

11 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Rp1.970.977

Rp2.365.172 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"All staff encountered were extremely helpful, polite and very professional. Fantastic grounds. Good choice for a evening meal as well as a wide selection for breakfast. Will definitely stay again."

Hex Wildlife Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Balcony Suite 120. Lovely living room, bedroom and bathroom, with shower and bath. Packed with all amenities you could need. Lovely to hear the Wildlife Park animals from the Balcony. Had a lovely meal in the Wilde Restaurant for our evening meal, for breakfast we visited one of the cafes on site. We will definitely be returning."

WILDES INNS

10/10 Excellent

"The room and bathroom were large and very clean. Staff were helpful and the evening meal in the restaurant had a good menu and was very tasty though a bit expensive. Only an overnight stay, but very enjoyable. We didn’t use the spa or gym. I expect we will use the hotel again."

Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and comfortable, although there was nowhere to hang coats/clothes (there was no hanging rail). The pedestrian route to the restaurant was a bit dark in places. Generally a good overall stay."

Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good

"Firstly we enjoyed our stay. The room was brilliant in terms of having two double beds and a sofa bed all made up with loads of space for us all. It’s not often you find that much space and bed in one room. The price was good too. The rooms are dated and tired but there were no major issues for us. Not spotless but not dirty. We didn’t have breakfast so cannot comment. We did enjoy a family swim in the pool. Again the area is dated and not prefect but the pool was great and we had fun. They had ran out of locks for the male lockers so we did have to have our clothes in carrier bags in pegs poolside. Overall it’s not a ‘destination’ hotel any more. I could see that it absolutely once was. But…they do offer a good rate with good facilities and we did enjoy our stay. As a family of 5 we would stay again due to the pool and the room."

Aston Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good

"Good location and parking. Room was clean and tidy. Would stay again."

Woodcocks, Lincoln by Marston's Inns

8/10 Good

"Useful location with plenty of parking and easy access to main roads. Rooms are a little basic but clean and comfortable. Staff were all very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very good value. Would happily recommend friends and visit again."

Garner Hotel Lincoln by IHG

8/10 Good

"Staff friendly Parking good Firm beds Aircon poor, only goes down to 18 degrees and frequently stops; as someone with a disability affected by heat this was unfortunate. TV says Netflix and YouTube but you can’t connect to sign in Vomit sprayed up wall by front door was gross Ideal for swift stay, pub next door is awful so plan ahead or use the restaurant, we didn’t use the restaurant, bar or breakfast so I can’t comment there"

Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Worth a stay"

Other attractions near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

The Well Retford Baptist Church

4.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting The Well Retford Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Retford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Kings Park

Kings Park is just one of the places to see in Retford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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Kings Park

After visiting Kings Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Retford. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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Retford Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Retford Leisure Centre during your stay in Retford. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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Retford Heritage Open Air Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Retford Heritage Open Air Market during your trip to Retford. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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The Majestic Theatre

You can enjoy a show at The Majestic Theatre during your trip to Retford. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

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Bassetlaw Museum

2.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bassetlaw Museum during your travels in Retford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

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Hodsock Priory

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hodsock when you stop by Hodsock Priory. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Idle Valley Nature Reserve?

Idle Valley Nature Reserve is located in a welcoming area of Retford known for its bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Idle Valley Nature Reserve?

Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 4 bars. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Other good options around the area include Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns and Hex Wildlife Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Idle Valley Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Idle Valley Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Idle Valley Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Idle Valley Nature Reserve.

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Our top choices for Idle Valley Nature Reserve hotels

1. West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection

2. The Elms Hotel

3. Kings Park Hotel

4. The Lobster Pots - Retford

5. Hex Wildlife Hotel

6. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

7. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

8. 2 Bed House - Sleeps 4 - Pets - Garden - Parking

9. The Forest Lodge

10. The Angel Inn

11. Hickman Hill Hotel

12. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

13. Apartment 9

14. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

15. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

16. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

17. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

18. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

19. Pond View

20. Eyrearms

Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Hex Wildlife Hotel

WILDES INNS

Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Aston Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Woodcocks, Lincoln by Marston's Inns

Garner Hotel Lincoln by IHG

Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa

Other attractions near Idle Valley Nature Reserve

The Well Retford Baptist Church

Kings Park

Kings Park

Retford Leisure Centre

Retford Heritage Open Air Market

The Majestic Theatre

Bassetlaw Museum

Hodsock Priory

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