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

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

A two-story brick building with a small attached shed.

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

1. The Lawns Guest House

2.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Leslie

AED 323

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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.

2. West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection

0.6 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

AED 309

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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.

3. The Elms Hotel

2.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Stephen

AED 255

AED 306 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

4. Kings Park Hotel

1.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Peter

AED 235

AED 282 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A riverside park with trees, a small stream, and a gazebo.

A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, a television, and a window with curtains.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, two lamps, and curtains.

5. Log Cabin - Elkesley

1.2 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

AED 623

AED 818 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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.

6. The Lobster Pots - Retford

1.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

AED 199

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A street lamp with a cannon in front of a building with a sign for 'Harry's Coffee House'.

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.

7. Studio- West Burton Power Station- Ranby

1.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

AED 177

AED 213 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 brick building with a tiled roof, two red doors, and a small garden area.

8. Home Farm & Lodge

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

paul

AED 349

AED 418 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 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.

9. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

18.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Alan

AED 353

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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

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

10. Hex Wildlife Hotel

19.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Ian

AED 290

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 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

AED 362

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 signboard for Marston's with amenities including free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free parking.

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

12. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

11.8 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Patricia

AED 209

AED 250 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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 ornaments and garlands.

13. The Angel Inn

8.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Richard

AED 431

AED 517 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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

14. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Suzanne

AED 697

AED 697 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A garden with lavender plants and a bee.

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.

15. Hickman Hill Hotel

15 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

David

AED 436

AED 523 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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.

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

16. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

16.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Gemma

AED 509

AED 611 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 hallway with white doors, a radiator, and a bed in the distance.

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

17. Apartment 9

10.9 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Lynsay

AED 548

AED 658 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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 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.

18. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

4.3 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Sarah - Jane

AED 505

AED 606 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 Travelodge hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

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

19. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

8.4 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Matthew

AED 151

AED 151 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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.

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

20. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

12.1 km from Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Adam

AED 437

AED 524 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lawns Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 143 reviews	View
West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection	8.8 Excellent 422 reviews	View
The Elms Hotel	7.6 Good 214 reviews	View
Kings Park Hotel	7.6 Good 19 reviews	View
Log Cabin - Elkesley	7.0 Good 2 reviews	View

Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

The Earl of Doncaster Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great Stay at this hotel, the staff were really helpful and rooms are great."

The Forest Lodge

8/10 Good

"A unique place to stay, excellent location for Sherwood Forest."

Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse

10/10 Excellent

"Not a great choice of food in the restaurant but what was there was good. Breakfast was great."

Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were really helpful and friendly and catered for my uncles dog. They have a lot of appliances in the room allowing a comfortable stay. Here is also a nice park near bye if you find the grounds not big enough to wonder. Overall great trip away with amazing scenery."

Damon's Hotel

8/10 Good

"A we"

WILDES INNS

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff and the afternoon tea was delicious Some of the things in our room could do with being repaired and maybe a new mattress but overall it was a pleasant stay"

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."

Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, making it a great place to relax after a long day. The location was also very convenient, especially for anyone travelling by electric car, as there is a rapid EV charger nearby. This made charging the car easy and hassle-free during stay. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visit, which made the experience even better. Overall, a comfortable room, convenient location, and excellent service made this a very enjoyable stay. I would happily stay here again."

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. The Lawns Guest House

2. West Retford Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3. The Elms Hotel

4. Kings Park Hotel

5. Log Cabin - Elkesley

6. The Lobster Pots - Retford

7. Studio- West Burton Power Station- Ranby

8. Home Farm & Lodge

9. Brampton Dales Farm B&B

10. Hex Wildlife Hotel

11. The Forest Lodge

12. Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns

13. The Angel Inn

14. 2-bed Duplex Sleeps 3 With Fireplace

15. Hickman Hill Hotel

16. Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel

17. Apartment 9

18. Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

19. Travelodge Retford Markham Moor

20. The Crown Hotel Bawtry, Doncaster

Compare popular hotels close to Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Top Idle Valley Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

The Earl of Doncaster Hotel

The Forest Lodge

Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse

Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection

Damon's Hotel

WILDES INNS

Mosborough Hall Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Ye Olde Bell 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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