Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Barnsdale Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Oakham Castle - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Normanton Church - 7 min drive - 8.9 km
Getting around
Nottingham (NQT) - 42 min drive
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 52 min drive
Oakham Station - 5 min drive
Stamford Station - 12 min drive
Nene Valley Railway (Wansford) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Captain Noel Newton - 4 min drive
The Sun Inn - 6 min drive
Amigos Pizza - 4 min drive
Hambleton Bakery - 4 min drive
Fika - 4 min drive
About this property
The Barnsdale, Rutland
The Barnsdale, Rutland is a great choice for a stay in Oakham. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa, and 1760 serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1760
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
Signet 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.
Dining
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).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Dial-up internet access is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does The Barnsdale, Rutland offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Barnsdale, Rutland does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Barnsdale, Rutland?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Barnsdale, Rutland?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Barnsdale, Rutland?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Barnsdale, Rutland?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Barnsdale, Rutland and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Barnsdale, Rutland also has spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Barnsdale, Rutland?
Yes, 1760 offers al fresco dining and garden views.
What's the area around The Barnsdale, Rutland like?
The Barnsdale, Rutland is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Rutland Water Country Park and 12 minutes' walk from Rutland Water Nature Reserve.
The Barnsdale, Rutland Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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 Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
One great place to stay
Jevon
Jevon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Dec 2024
Excellent staff
The staff at Barnsdale were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble and they were proactive. Thank you.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Nov 2024
Hotel without views of Rutland Water
It’s a nice enough hotel, quite old fashioned, but spa area is lovely - outdoor pool small but warm enough on October. Sauna & hot tub were wonderful. Just a real shame that the hotel didn’t have views of Rutland Water - it really could be in any field anywhere in the UK.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Harold
Harold, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov 2024
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2024
Great stay
Very comfortable hotel, friendly welcome. All bar and restaurant staff were also friendly and gave great service. we really enjoyed the food too.
Nick
Nick, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
17 Sep 2024
Have stayed here for years. It’s a bit overpriced during Burghley week but ticks all the boxes
Eleanore
Eleanore, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 Aug 2024
Lovely hotel, great food, friendly staff. New spa great - lucked out with weather!
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Excellent stay only issue was poor service in restaurant but food was good
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Lovely Hotel
Wendy
Wendy, 5-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Jul 2024
Lovely hotel
Hotel is lovely with some great features. Stayed for 5 nights, staff pleasant. Check in could have been better
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Jul 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff. Good sized rooms. Safe for children.
Paul
Paul, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Finn
Finn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Lovely location by Rutland water. Food and drinks were excellent. Staff very friendly. We will definitely return in the near future
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jul 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Jun 2024
We stayed here for 3 days and had a really nice time. The property is very well maintained and clean. Our room was very nice. The bed was a bit small and the floorboards were a bit creaky. The walls are very thin and consequently “in room noises “ from other rooms were easily heard. The location is very rural and not close to much. The restaurant was decent but the service was poor. Don’t get the mussels!
Martin
Martin, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Jun 2024
Relaxing and lovely.
What a lovely , peaceful place. Staff very friendly. Room very clean and comfortable.
The dinner menu is a bit pricey and there was a mix up in meals. My friend ended up with chicken instead of the sea bass ….hence one star off for service… our dinner drinks were ages in coming too.
I will definitely be going back when the spa opens.
Mrs H K
Mrs H K, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Jun 2024
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2024
Sophia
Sophia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
EDWARD
EDWARD, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Very nice place
Very nice country location in a traditional style stone built property. Food was excellent. Wedding was happening at the same time but didn't affect our experience.