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

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.

1. West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection

0.6 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

AED 310

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

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

2. The Elms Hotel

2.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Stephen

AED 255

AED 306 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

3. Kings Park Hotel

1.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Peter

AED 263

AED 316 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.

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

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

4. The Lobster Pots - Retford

1.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

AED 196

AED 235 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

A cozy living room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a window with a view.

5. Home Farm & Lodge

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Nigel

AED 365

AED 438 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

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

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

6. Hex Wildlife Hotel

19.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Emma

AED 247

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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.

7. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

18.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Alan

AED 353

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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 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.

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

8. The Forest Lodge

16.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sudath

AED 309

AED 370 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 white building with a tiled roof, a window with a flower box, and outdoor seating with metal chairs and tables.

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

9. The Angel Inn

8.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

AED 431

AED 517 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 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.

10. Hickman Hill Hotel

15 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

David

AED 451

AED 541 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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.

11. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Suzanne

AED 698

AED 698 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A restaurant with outdoor seating and two lion statues.

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.

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

12. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

16.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Carl

AED 474

AED 568 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

13. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

11.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Patricia

AED 207

AED 249 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

14. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

4.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sarah - Jane

AED 506

AED 607 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

15. Apartment 9

10.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Lynsay

AED 546

AED 656 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A Travelodge hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

16. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Matthew

AED 152

AED 152 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A bottle of Dom Perignon Champagne Vintage 2008 on a bar counter with a blurred background of a bar.

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

17. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Mark

AED 433

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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

18. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Adelina

AED 361

AED 433 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden cabinet with dishes, a TV stand, and a kitchen visible in the background.

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

19. Pond View

16.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Derek

AED 1,942

AED 1,942 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A two-story brick building with a traditional design, featuring a front entrance, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

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

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

20. Eyrearms

11 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

AED 404

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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."

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."

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"

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"

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"

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 Elms Hotel

3. Kings Park Hotel

4. The Lobster Pots - Retford

5. Home Farm & Lodge

6. Hex Wildlife Hotel

7. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

8. The Forest Lodge

9. The Angel Inn

10. Hickman Hill Hotel

11. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

12. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

13. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

14. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

15. Apartment 9

16. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

17. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

18. Muthu Clumber Park Hotel and Spa

19. Pond View

20. Eyrearms

Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Hex Wildlife Hotel

Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

Hellaby Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Garner Hotel Lincoln by IHG

Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa

The Earl of Doncaster Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse

Damon's Hotel

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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