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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 red brick building with arched windows and a white trim.

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

Russell

₩113,144

₩135,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a lamp.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a washing machine, and a microwave.

A kitchenette with a coffee maker, two bottles of Harrogate, a glass, a plate with snacks, and a coffee pod.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a wooden floor.

2. The Lawns Guest House

2.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Leslie

₩118,321

₩141,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A dining area with a large chandelier, blue floral wallpaper, and yellow chairs.

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

3. The Elms Hotel

2.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Daniel

₩93,178

₩111,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

4. Kings Park Hotel

1.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Peter

₩104,767

₩125,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A neatly made bed with pillows and a blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

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

5. The Lobster Pots - Retford

1.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

₩73,211

₩87,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A compact kitchen with a dining table, two chairs, a stove, and a trash bin.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a remote control on a small table.

A two-story building with a flat roof and multiple windows.

6. Studio- West Burton Power Station- Ranby

1.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

₩70,874

₩85,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A building with a sign reading "HEX WILDLIFE HOTEL".

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

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

7. Hex Wildlife Hotel

19.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Emma

₩94,278

₩113,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A nighttime garden with a water feature and a decorative fountain.

A brick building with a tiled roof, two red doors, and a small garden area.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a hedge and a brick wall.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a window with a blind, and a radiator.

8. Home Farm & Lodge

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Nigel

₩144,943

₩173,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

9. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

16.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Carl

₩173,007

₩207,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A living room with a sofa, a wooden dining table, and a window with curtains.

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

10. 2 Bed House - Sleeps 4 - Pets - Garden - Parking

10.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Kate

₩189,018

₩226,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A traditional pub interior with exposed wooden beams, brick walls, and a bar area with a variety of bottles.

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

11. The Forest Lodge

16.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sudath

₩112,404

₩134,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

A view from a room with a door leading to a green field where cows are grazing.

12. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

18.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Alan

₩149,350

₩149,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A playground with slides and climbing structures, surrounded by picnic tables and a brick building.

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

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

13. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

11.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Patricia

₩75,447

₩90,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass-top coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a vase with flowers.

A two-story residential building with a red door, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light fixture.

14. Apartment 4

10.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Paul

₩199,667

₩239,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A white building with a tiled roof, a window with a flower box, and outdoor seating with metal chairs and tables.

A fireplace with Christmas decorations, including red and gold ornaments, and a mirror above it.

15. The Angel Inn

8.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

₩168,607

₩202,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

16. Hickman Hill Hotel

15 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

David

₩174,523

₩209,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

17. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Matthew

₩55,970

₩55,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A beach-themed room with a wooden deck, two striped lounge chairs, a small table, and a sign reading "Life's at Ease with an Ocean Breeze".

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

18. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

4.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sarah - Jane

₩184,877

₩221,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a glass of champagne on a table, set against a brick building with a garden view.

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

19. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Adelina

₩135,773

₩162,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of the outside.

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

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

20. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Suzanne

₩255,183

₩255,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

The Earl of Doncaster Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very welcoming and informative. Helped with my VIP Expedia extra benefit drink, which was lovely and unexpected. Interior of the hotel is a beautiful thing to see. The rooms were clean, spacious and the biscuit selections in the rooms were on point. Parking was free and electric charging points were also free. Very happy to recommend and stay again if I’m in the area"

The Welcome Inn Hotel

8/10 Good

"All okay only downside was bedroom was very warm air conditioning was not working"

Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent - food a little pricey"

Damon's Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, basic room, services vibe"

Hex Wildlife Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was ok. Room was on the small side and underwhelming view of 'the park' if you wake early, you can see the penguins. However, the park was EXCEPTIONAL and we had a great day. Hotel was ok, There was a staffing problem with the Kitchen but when the food came out it was lovely. Hotel reception staff could have been a little more helpful when income to recommending where to eat. Would stay again, but only if there was an offer on the room price. Air conditioning didnt work"

Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Hellaby Hall Spa Hotel. The staff were absolutely wonderful, kind, genuine and fully attentive. They went over and above and were lovely. The food was great, the service, the pool too and I would love to return."

Woodcocks, Lincoln by Marston's Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Brilliantly clean, quiet and comfortable 2nd stay would return without hesitation."

Holiday Inn Express Doncaster by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Well maintained hotel, spacious room and breakfast included which always helps"

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and great staff. Natalie who was on reception checked me in and was really helpful and made sure I had all the information I needed and made me feel most welcome. I stayed in one of the suites and the room was very clean and had everything in that I needed for my 2 night stay. Loads of parking available. Bar was nice and the food I had in the bar was really nice. Would highly recommended and would definitely stop again. Thanks again to all the staff and again to Natalie who was extremely friendly and very welcoming. Steven."

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 savor 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 do some window-shopping at Retford Heritage Open Air Market during your visit 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 exploring the galleries in Bassetlaw Museum during your travels in Retford. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the lively bars.

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Hodsock Priory

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hodsock with a stop at Hodsock Priory. Check out 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, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 should I expect to find near Idle Valley Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations 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 most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Idle Valley Nature Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area 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 Lawns Guest House

3. The Elms Hotel

4. Kings Park Hotel

5. The Lobster Pots - Retford

6. Studio- West Burton Power Station- Ranby

7. Hex Wildlife Hotel

8. Home Farm & Lodge

9. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

10. 2 Bed House - Sleeps 4 - Pets - Garden - Parking

11. The Forest Lodge

12. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

13. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

14. Apartment 4

15. The Angel Inn

16. Hickman Hill Hotel

17. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

18. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

19. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

20. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

The Earl of Doncaster Hotel

The Welcome Inn Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse

Damon's Hotel

Hex Wildlife Hotel

Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Woodcocks, Lincoln by Marston's Inns

Holiday Inn Express Doncaster by IHG

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

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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