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Novotel Nottingham Derby

Long Eaton , Bostock Lane (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsThe Novotel Nottingham Derby is a conveniently located hotel that is ideal for those needing a break from driving or looking for a stopover during long journeys. The hotel is situated in lovely surroundings and is in a great location for easy access to Nottingham and Derby town centres, as well as being just a short drive away from East Midlands Airport. The hotel offers light and airy, well-equipped rooms that are clean and comfortable without feeling outdated. Guests appreciate the spacious rooms, comfortable beds and all of the necessary amenities, including toiletries and flat-screen TVs. The hotel's state of cleanliness is highly praised and guests appreciate the well-equipped rooms and in-room amenities like fresh towels and shower gels that are replenished daily. The staff is a highlight for many guests with efficient and polite service at reception and guests appreciate the helpfulness and attentiveness of the staff. The hotel offers a large car park with plenty of spaces for guests, but the surface of the car park is poor and could use some improvements. Guests rave about the comfort of the beds with many describing the mattresses as extremely comfortable and perfect for a good night's sleep. Despite some disappointment with the breakfast and some comments about lacking facilities/services for a four-star hotel, guests generally found their stays to be exceptional, superb, good or very good. Overall, this hotel provides good value for those looking for a comfortable, affordable stay.
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7.0

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Location

The Novotel Nottingham Derby is a conveniently located hotel that is easily accessible from the M1 motorway. Guests found the location to be ideal for those needing a break from driving or looking for a stopover during long journeys. The hotel is situated in lovely surroundings and is in a great location for easy access to Nottingham and Derby town centres, as well as being just a short drive away from East Midlands Airport. While some guests encountered issues with cancelled rooms and slow communication regarding their bookings, the overall consensus is that the location is excellent for those travelling on major routes or needing to be close to the airport. The hotel is also handy for those needing essentials or food with easy access to nearby shops and restaurants. Overall, the Novotel Nottingham Derby is a superbly located hotel for those in need of a convenient and quiet place to rest during their travels.

Breakfast

Guests have mixed reviews about the breakfast at Novotel Nottingham Derby. Some have found the breakfast to be generous and appetising with a good choice of both continental and hot breakfast items. The breakfast staff has been praised for being friendly and helpful. However, there are a few complaints about the breakfast, stating that it was unappetising or disappointing with overcooked items such as scrambled eggs, bacon and sausages. Some guests have mentioned that the breakfast was basic or lacklustre for a four-star hotel, while others found it excellent with plenty of choice. Additionally, a few guests found the breakfast time inconvenient with some stating that the staff started clearing away the produce before they could finish eating. Overall, guests seem to have mixed experiences with the breakfast at the hotel.

Dinner

Many guests at Novotel Nottingham Derby had mixed reviews about the hotel's dinner offerings. Some guests enjoyed the pizza and other meals, praising the restaurant's atmosphere and the helpfulness of Jodie, one of the staff members. However, others found fault in the limited and poor menu choices with some even opting to eat out at other restaurants. Some guests also experienced cold or dry food with the hotel buffet on Saturday evening receiving particularly low marks. While the bar food was also criticized for being overpriced, some guests found the food to be delicious and nicely smelling. Overall, guests found the dinner menu and facilities to be lacking with no room service and no table service offered in the restaurant.

Rooms

The Novotel Nottingham Derby boasts light and airy, well-equipped rooms that are clean and comfortable without feeling outdated. While the carpets in the communal areas might need a bit of updating, the quality of the decoration is generally high and the rooms are attractive and comfortable. Guests enjoy spacious rooms, comfortable beds and all of the necessary amenities, including toiletries and flat-screen TVs. Some guests did note that their rooms had a few imperfections like stains and scuffs on the walls, but on the whole, the rooms are well-prepared and clean. Additionally, some referred to the rooms as basic, comparable to budget hotels like Travelodge or Premier Inn, but most expressed that they met their needs for the duration of their stay.

Beds

Guests staying at the Novotel Nottingham Derby are raving about the comfort of the beds with many describing the mattresses as extremely comfortable and perfect for a good night's sleep. However, there were a few comments about the beds being too firm or uncomfortable due to being made up of two single mattresses pushed together. Despite this, guests appreciated the clean and well-sized rooms with fresh linen and nice duvets. A few guests had issues with the pillows being too thin or inadequate. Overall, the hotel seems to offer comfortable beds and a good night's sleep for most visitors.

Cleanliness

The Novotel Nottingham Derby is a great choice for travelers who prioritize cleanliness above all else when it comes to hotel stays. Guests rave about the hotel's state of cleanliness and the lack of dated decor or worn out furniture in the rooms. Bedrooms, bathrooms and towels are reported to always be very clean and some guests appreciated the separate toilets. While some guests noted marked paintwork and carpets and a large poo-looking stain on one carpet, overall the rooms and corridors were clean and spacious. Guests also appreciated the well-equipped rooms and in-room amenities like fresh towels and shower gels that were replenished daily. However, some mentioned a lack of cleaning staff or dirty floors in certain areas of the hotel. All in all, the Novotel Nottingham Derby's cleanliness, along with the friendly staff and comfortable facilities, make it an excellent choice for a clean and comfortable stay.

Staff

Novotel Nottingham Derby's staff is a highlight for many guests with efficient and polite service at reception including quick check-ins and helpful assistance from staff members like Shaun/Sean. The majority of reviews state that the staff were friendly with some going so far as to say that the hotel's staff were excellent, outstanding or absolutely lovely. Guests also praise the helpfulness and attentiveness of the staff, including their efforts to set up extra beds or accommodate specific requests. However, a few reviews mention that some reception staff were abrupt or unfriendly. Despite the occasional rude manager or staff member with poor knowledge of the area, most guests mention the staff as a significant positive aspect of this hotel.

Parking

Novotel Nottingham Derby offers a large car park with plenty of spaces for guests. However, the surface of the car park is poor and it could do with some resurfacing as guests complain of potholes everywhere. The parking system is also strange and guests must remember to give their plate number at reception to avoid getting a parking fine from the private company that now manages the car park. Some guests received a fine for being late to check out or not registering their car upon arrival. Despite this, parking is spacious and easy to find. Overall, the car park is run down and could use some improvements.

4 Star

Novotel Nottingham Derby offers a great value stay in a clean and modern hotel that is highly recommended by guests. Despite some disappointment with the breakfast and some comments about lacking facilities/services for a four-star hotel, guests generally found their stays to be exceptional, superb, good, or very good. Overall, this hotel provides good value for those looking for a comfortable, affordable stay.

No, Novotel Nottingham Derby doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Novotel Nottingham Derby.

Yes, Novotel Nottingham Derby welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Novotel Nottingham Derby.

No, Novotel Nottingham Derby doesn't have a gym.

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