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About the Hotel

Makeney, Milford, Derby, United Kingdom, DE56 ORS

Makeney Hall Hotel is a splendid Victorian country mansion located in the heart of Derbyshire. The hotel is ensconced within six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens that offer stunning views of the Amber Valley. Originally built as a country home, it combines historical elegance with modern amenities.

Location

Makeney Hall Hotel is located just 15 minutes' drive from Derby and 2 miles from the town of Belper, known for its vibrant market. The nearest railway station is in Derby, 4 miles away, while East Midlands Airport is approximately 21 miles from the hotel. Guests also have easy access to notable attractions such as Derwent Valley Mills and Gulliver's Kingdom.

Rooms

The hotel offers 46 elegantly decorated bedrooms that meet a high standard of comfort. Each room is equipped with thoughtful amenities, including free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Many rooms feature a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a comfortable seating area.

Eat & Drink

Lavinia's Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with a menu that includes continental breakfast options available from a buffet. The Lounge and Cocktail Bar provides a relaxed environment for guests to enjoy light meals or unwind with a drink. Room service is available 24 hours a day with a limited menu.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, guests can take advantage of the hotel’s fitness center and nearby golf courses, or explore hiking opportunities in the area. The hotel features four meeting rooms, accommodating up to 140 for banquets and 180 for conferences. Additional facilities include free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

“The hotel is nestled in a picturesque setting, perfect for enjoying the stunning gardens and nearby countryside.”view full review

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“A charming hotel with exceptional staff and delicious food” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.3)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:30

from 01:00-11:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP15 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:2006

Number of rooms:42

Former name

makeneny hall

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Suite

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Executive King Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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King Room Disability Access

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Derby 5.3 mi

Airports

East Midlands (EMA) 20.0 mi

Nottingham (NQT) 25.7 mi

Train

Derby Train Station 5.7 mi

Bus

Bus stop1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Accessible and Welcoming

“The hotel offered excellent facilities for guests with disabilities, ensuring everyone could enjoy their stay comfortably.” view full review

Delightful Breakfast!

“I was pleased with the breakfast spread, offering a good variety of options that set a positive tone for my day.” view full review

Well-Equipped Room

“The room was well-equipped with thoughtful amenities like an iron and ironing board, which made freshening up easy.” view full review

Pleasant Bathroom Experience

“The bathroom was clean and had nice features, inviting a relaxing atmosphere after a day filled with activities.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Makeney, Milford, Derby, United Kingdom, DE56 ORS

Map view

Makeney, Milford, Derby, United Kingdom, DE56 ORS

City landmarks

Derby DE22 5JH

Kedleston Hall

3.6 mi

Church of the Holy Trinity

1.1 mi

Church

Parish Church of St Michael

1.1 mi

St Michael

5000 ft

Church

St Alkmund's Church

1.3 mi

Holbrook Moor Methodist Church

1.1 mi

St Swithun

1.4 mi

Church

St Margaret's Roman Catholic Church

1.3 mi

Church

Church Of St Clement

1.5 mi

Church

Parish Church of St Peter

1.9 mi

Duffield Baptist Church

1.4 mi

Church

St. John's Chapel Heritage Centre

1.8 mi

Strutt's North Mill Museum

Strutt's North Mill

2.2 mi

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Church

1.4 mi

Sophia Fountain

1.5 mi

Church of St John the Evangelist

1.7 mi

Church

Belper Central Methodist Church

1.7 mi

Parks

Belper Park Local Nature Reserve

1.8 mi

Flying Geese

1.6 mi

Blanche Fountain

1.6 mi

Ritz Cinema

1.8 mi

Belper Spiritualist Church

1.7 mi

Parks

Belper River Gardens

2.3 mi

Castle

Duffield Castle

3.0 mi

Church

Emmanuel Community Church

1.7 mi

Bingorama Bingo Halls

1.7 mi

Duffield Millennium Meadow

2.7 mi

Chevin Golf Club

3.2 mi

Church

Trinity Methodist Church

2.7 mi

River Ecclesbourne

3.0 mi

Restaurants

Union Street Food

2400 ft

St Johns Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

6.3

Location

8.3

Service

5.7

Dining

5.3

Paul

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.2/10

The hotel is a mixed bag, with some positives like spacious rooms ideal for guests with dogs but needing updates, and some negatives including subpar dining and service experiences. The location is excellent for exploring the area, and the facilities are average.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and included essential amenities like a TV, drink-making facilities, and an iron and ironing board, but they needed updating.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, with staff seeming preoccupied and not very helpful when ordering, although they were responsive to complaints.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for exploring the area, especially with a lovely view of the sunset from the large conservatory.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was below expectations, more akin to a cheap hotel chain breakfast, although the option for plated meals was a plus.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average with nothing exceptional to highlight.

Henry

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.0/10

The hotel offers a mixed experience with pleasant surroundings and limited room amenities. While the service is friendly but not without flaws, the location is excellent for events and leisure. The dining options vary, and there are noticeable facility issues that detract from the overall stay.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms vary in quality with some issues like noise disturbances and poor maintenance observed. Limited hot evening food is available.

Service

6.0

The staff is friendly overall, but there were instances of service mishaps. Management response to incidents was lacking.

Location

8.0

The hotel is ideally located, especially for events and leisure, overlooking beautiful grounds and surroundings.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience is a mix of positive and negative aspects, with some dishes highly praised while others lack quality expected in a higher-rated establishment.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel facilities are lacking in maintenance and cleanliness, with noticeable issues throughout.

Tom

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.4/10

The hotel rooms, while spacious and comfortable, could use some updating. It was a letdown that the room wasn't made up on the following day, and the bar closed early just when we wanted a nightcap. On the bright side, the rooms were very large and cozy.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very large and comfortable.

Service

6.0

The service was helpful but a bit inexperienced and busy. It would have been nice if they had helped clear up the outdoor debris.

Location

8.0

The location was outstanding, with decent facilities. It's a shame the potential wasn't fully met, but I would love to visit again. The area is quiet and secluded with easy access to nearby towns.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was mixed. The breakfast was cold and unappetizing, but dinner options were plentiful and tasty.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent but could be improved.