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The Barnsdale, Rutland

4.0 star property

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Banquet hall
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Outdoor pool
Outdoor treatment area, sauna, hot tub, deep-tissue massages, massages
Courtyard

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

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The Avenue Exton, Oakham, England, LE15 8AH
  • Place, Rutland Water Country Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnsdale Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Cosy Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Cosy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Culture Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Culture Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Fort Henry Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Fort Henry Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Heritage Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Royal Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Barnsdale, Rutland

Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and 24-hour front desk
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, massage/treatment rooms and a business centre.
The Barnsdale, Rutland offers 45 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Oakham hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Barnsdale, Rutland. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rutland Water Country Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a full-service spa are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy garden views while dining at 1760
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to massages at the spa
  • Services include a concierge, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 12 minutes by foot from Rutland Water Nature Reserve and a 3-minute drive from Barnsdale Gardens
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Barnsdale, Rutland offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Barnsdale, Rutland. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Barnsdale, Rutland was completed in February 2023.

This 4-star Oakham hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
1760 – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1,760

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1760
  • Renovated entire property - February 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Barnsdale Lodge Hotel
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Oakham
Barnsdale Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale
The Barnsdale Rutland
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel
The Barnsdale, Rutland Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel Oakham

The Barnsdale, Rutland Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 656 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 656 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 656 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 656 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 656 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel with a friendly team of staff. Access to the spa was a great bonus. The food was really good and welcome drink a nice surprise. We ate in the restaurant both nights. The Courtyard was a lovely space to take your drink. Good location. I would recommend a stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anne

Disliked: Staff & service

Poor service from management. Food average but ££

My partner (wearing socks)stepped on a staple sticking up in the room carpet causing a puncture wound to his foot. The staple was given to reception staff - they expressed concern and said the Manager would want to speak to us - but he was busy and would catch us later. We were around during the evening and at breakfast but no-one sought us out. After paying the bill we completed an accident form and were asked to wait and talk to a Manager. We waited 10 mins but, again, they were busy so we said we'd see them later in the day when we returned to collect our car. We again waited 10 minutes but still no-one came to see us so we left for home feeling totally ignored. Accidents happen but how they are dealt with make a difference to a customers experience. We did not feel valued. Restaurant food is average and overpriced. £5 for side dish of Jersey Royal potatoes - they came sliced and fried. I think they had been cooked the day before. The bedside reading lights do not work unless the main light is on!!! The room was clean and comfortable but had a noise problem from people upstairs - sounded like two elephants walking around at 6.30 in morning. Courtyard is a nice place to sit and have drink. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t fault the stay.

Lovely hotel, excellent customer service and beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaveh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location Friendly helpful staff Fabulous food Nice calm atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodation not as Confirmed by the Hotel directly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a nice stay at the property. The two highlights for us were the beautiful Spa, lovely facilities & really beautiful setting! And the staff - excellent customer service - very friendly & attentive! Overall the rooms are okay, the decor as other reviews suggest is a little on the older side but didn't fuss us, the rooms were clean. Unfortunately being a slightly older property, the walls are quite thin and our room in particular (room 2) we heard people all hours of the night & day, which also made our bed shake as it was right against the wall that is situated alongside the corridor & staircase to other rooms. The other minor fix, being summer, windows & patio doors open etc, lots of flies within the property and in the breakfast room, some items (cold cuts, fruit & bread) left uncovered. Flies landing on these items so we avoided - easily fixed. Overall, the property is beautifully located & the friendly staff & lovely spa are the highlights.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, warm welcome, amazing buildings and grounds. Welcome drinks included, access to the spare with outdoor pool and hot tub, was amazing way to relax after a long drive. Room was great with lot of little touches that made the stay special. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous ! We have stayed here on numerous occasions snd this time did not disappoint. Great food and wine, comfortable and well equipped room, lovely and friendly staff and a glass of champagne in the hot tub - we’ll be back !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved it and plan to return asap
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and attentive staff in beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect country side retreat
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

I have contacted the hotel directly due to a number of things not being to the standard we would expect. The room was dirty and dusty, the doors across the hotel all slammed shut very hard which meant sleep was disturbed, we didn’t receive promised complimentary items.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disappointed

Booked as surprise for daughter, supposed to be a distress break, spoilt by being inundated with phone calls to book evening meal, even called my daughter, break spoilt, cobwebs in room, massage booked cancelled twice by staff not turning up
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful weekend break. Rooms, facilities and staff all wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy welcoming hotel

We really like this hotel. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We liked our room and it was cosy too. We thought the newly renovated dining room was delightful but would have appreciated stronger lights so we could read in the bar area. A lovey stay and hoped to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025