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The Tap House

3.0 star property

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
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Exterior
Bungalow, Shared Bathroom | Private kitchen
Bungalow, Shared Bathroom | Lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Annwell Lane, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, England, LE65 2TA
  • Place, Hood Park Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sweet Memory Lane
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashby de la Zouch Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow, Shared Bathroom

Bungalow, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Smisby

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Sweet Memory Lane, The Tap House is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hood Park Leisure Centre. This 7-room, 3-star motel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Hood Park Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sweet Memory Lane - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ashby Museum - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Ashby de la Zouch Castle - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Foremark Reservoir - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Willington Station - 16 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beeches - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lamb Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tap House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Tap House

Guests staying at The Tap House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a picnic area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. This smoke-free motel also has barbecue grills.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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/debit cards
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Forest Court Apartment Ashby-de-la-Zouch
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Apartment Forest Court Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Forest Court Apartment
Forest Court Apartment
Apartment Forest Court
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The Tap House Motel
The Tap House Ashby-de-la-Zouch
The Tap House Motel Ashby-de-la-Zouch

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Tap House?

This motel is located in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, close to Ashby de la Zouch Castle, Calke Abbey, and Foremark Reservoir. You'll also find Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre and Sweet Memory Lane within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tap House?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tap House on Jun 16, 2026 start from $116, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Tap House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Tap House have a casino on the premises?

No, The Tap House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Tap House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Tap House a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Tap House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Tap House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Tap House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Tap House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Tap House.

Are there connecting rooms at The Tap House?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Tap House?

The closest major airport to The Tap House is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is 12.5 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nottingham (NQT), which is located 26.9 mi away (49-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Tap House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Tap House that offer a balcony.

The Tap House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect for our visit to Ashby. It was clean & easy to get to, nice beds & generally comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean bathroom, food was great , all around not a bad one night stay over
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly place to rest and have excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room , just the job for overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money staying in cottage rooms while away for work
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Lovely place, fair price

Brilliant, lovely comfy space. Friendly staff and the food was amazing. Happy to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place and friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pub was lovely great carvery…Room was very dated poor shower and in need of modernisation with damp spots in room and paint coming off walls…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Clare

Disliked: Amenities
Room smelt of damp! Toilet made the most horrendous noise and the room was tiny!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good price but kitchen was closed before we arrived so not sure of quality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Accommodation was just ok, room was very small and could do with a freshen up.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable although the mattress wasn’t very comfortable. It’s a shame the view out of the window couldn’t be tied up. The pub itself is brilliant and the food and service is outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

basic clean comfortable place to stay

Room was clean and basic with good shower in the bathroom. Relatively small room with dated decor and could do with a refresh. functional and adequate if you just need a bed for the night. Adjoining pub is nice inside with outside terrace and local beer brewed onsight. Quick taxi or 15 minute walk from the centre of Ashby De La Zouch. Really nice engaging staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Be aware no food served on a Monday nor is breakfast available from this hotel. Go to Beeches pub for dinner. About five mins down road. Olive tree ( next to co-op) also about five mins away. I don’t think sheets had been changed on one of the beds as they were stained.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

Fantastic stay

We stayed at the Tap House for two nights and wish we could have stayed longer. Everything was perfect 👌 We had a one bed room with plenty of hanging and drawer space. It was spotlessly clean and had tea, coffee, fruit juice etc. in abundace, nothing was skimped. The facilities in the bathroom were also excellent with lovely soft white bathsheets. We can also highly recommend the restaurant. Fantastic choice of breakfasts, especially the eggs benidedic, also the lunches and evening meals. You are spoit for choice. The staff were very helpful, efficient and very friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. Congratulations to all at The Tap House formaking our stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonable room with nice colour scheme. We liked the addition of juice on the drinks tray, as well as tea and coffee. (Shame it was PG tips) You can purchase a breakfast at the bar if you wish at a reasonable price. Bathroom was clean and includes mini toiletries. Room a little tired, with stains on walls and floors and some cobwebs - Halloween decorations perhaps :-) . Beds ok, a bit soft for us. Staff friendly. Easy to use heating if needed. Overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Colin

Disliked: Cleanliness

DO NOT STAY if DISABLED!!!

I have written separately to Tap Motel/Restaurant. The Motel SHOULD REFRAIN from advertising ACCESSIBLE ROOMS, as the Staff assured my Husband on our arrival! H&S issues numerous!!! Approach to Accommodation block by narrow pavement TOO narrow for wheelchairs, walking frames and pushchairs! Room NOT wheelchair accessible, certainly UNABLE to get into Bathroom. Toilet seat TOO Low (needed assistance), Mirror/Basin TOO high! I deliberately sent Tap Motel an email asking 'Accessible or not'? upon booking, Tap Motel IGNORED my email, NO RESPONSE! Restaurant HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, although booked a Table, was told 'NO BOOKING', eventually found a table, Food/Service EXCELLENT! Tap Motel are DEFRAUDING their Disabled Guests!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

david

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

Very Poor

Don't be fooled by the Hotels.com rating, not sure how this is so high. My room was unclean, cold, damp and not very welcoming. When I checked in there wasn't much of a welcome, just given a key. The room was unclean, what appeared to be chocolate cake crumbs on the bedside table, stains on the floor and on the bed, damp stains on the walls and very basic furnishings. Went to get an evening meal which was OK but felt like I was in the way, then found out they didn't serve breakfast evening though it's on their booking page. Overall poor....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

brendan

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

One night stay

The tap house was clean friendly staff food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place , busy , very pleasant staff On arrival , there was no hot water in 1a & 5a We were on a minutes for a night out so cold showers !!! The bathroom ceiling in 5a had recently been re skimmed ( plaster ) but not repainted
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Lovely place

Lovely warm quiet room great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Friendly

Tap House was a friendly place to stay, unfortunately Kitchen closed on Mondays but allowed us to order in and eat at bar Showers are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for money room

The rooms of this hotel are separate from the pub. The room I stayed in was large, with two single beds. The bathroom was a good size as well with a decent shower. Overall, good value for money. The only downside was that no breakfast is provided, so i had to go to the nearby town to eat something.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Great pint & but room 3a needs maintenance.

I don't like to be critical, its hard for business and hospitality at the moment and i have to say the Tap house does a lovely pint and has a great beer garden but i feel i have to comment on the room I stayed in given i stay away on business alot. Firstly, the room and bathroom were not clean. The bathroom still had used shampoos on top of the shower door frame. There were cobwebs in the shower, there were also spiders on the underside of the sink. The shower needs updated or at worst the corking redone to get rid of the mould. There is also a leak under the shower and the carpet in the bedroom was wet as a result. The pillows had stains on them, the bed sheet also was stained. I know its not an expensive room but these for me are the basics. Perhaps just room 3a given the other reviews but it needs looked at as i wouldn't choose to stay in a room like this. Great pint, local IPA was super but please address the issues with this tired room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

keith owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021