The Boars Head Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Station Road, Draycott-in-the-clay, Ashbourne, England, DE6 5GX
  • Place, Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Donington Park Racing Circuit
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Garden View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ashbourne

Located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, The Boars Head Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like St. George's Park. This 23-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • National Memorial Arboretum - 26 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Alton Towers - 31 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 46 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Calke Abbey - 48 min drive - 20.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tutbury & Hatton Station - 7 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albion - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hourglass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dapple Grey - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Talbot - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Boars Head Hotel

The Boars Head Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Boars Head Hotel Ashbourne
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The Boars Head Hotel Hotel
The Boars Head Hotel Ashbourne
The Boars Head Hotel Hotel Ashbourne

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Boars Head Hotel?

The Boars Head Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boars Head Hotel?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boars Head Hotel on Aug 24, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to The Boars Head Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ashbourne, close to Tutbury Castle, Uttoxeter Racecourse, and St. George's Park. Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Boars Head Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Boars Head Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Boars Head Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Boars Head Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a garden view.

Are there hot tubs at The Boars Head Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Boars Head Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Boars Head Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Boars Head Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Boars Head Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Boars Head Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Boars Head Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Boars Head Hotel is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is 25.1 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nottingham (NQT), which is around 28.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Boars Head Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Boars Head Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Boars Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 567 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 567 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 567 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 567 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 567 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay and meals
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gill M

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything good ie room, breakfast, dinner and staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge the bed was huge and so comfortable staff were so helpful sort out early booking in as we had a wedding to go to, breakfast was good we really couldn't fault the place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Friendly & helpful staff. Evening meal was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful location and good price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

EWA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great please to stay. Very convenient location. Very helpful, nice and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Will book again the future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, made even better with the newly refurbished bathrooms in some rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super welcoming and friendly. The food was expensive, but definitely worth the price as it was stunning. Well stocked bar. The rooms were spacious and extremely well kept. The shower was actually devine, if I could've snuck it home I would have 😂 we would 100% stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fine and served at table
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, very hard to fault
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Faultless all round. Plenty of parking, welcoming reception, friendly staff, well-stocked bar, great room, good beer garden, super menu and superb food at reasonable prices. I don’t usually stay anywhere twice, but the Boars Head will be an exception
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel staff were polite and helpful, food was lovely. No complaints. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was nice location is a big out the way big fine for price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, with excellent restaurant and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. No staff on reception in the morning. Food amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, the hotel facilities were excellent and the staff were all extremely courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Nice staff. Bit corporate.but aeemed some locals. Excellent food. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here before and as I was in the area I decided to revisit. I wasn't disappointed. The staff were great, the food is sublime. It's a family run hotel that could teach the big brands how to actually do customer care. The rooms are serviced daily, unlike most places since covid. The rooms are good and the bed was oh so comfortable. The updated bathrooms are great. I'll be back, I can't wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Good place to stay

Warm welcome, clean spacious room, nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed. Would recommend for a relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming staff, great food, had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, good shower, tea & coffee making facilities Room was cold about 3/4am but we found a blanket in the cupboard
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were great, the food is excellent and reasonably priced. The rooms are larger than average and kept to a high standard. Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025