The River Don Tavern and Lodge

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
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Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Sampson Street, Eastoft, Scunthorpe, England, DN17 4PQ
  • Place, Axholme North Leisure Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Waterways Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Triple Room, Garden View (Disabled Room)

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (Main Building)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Scunthorpe

The River Don Tavern and Lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Axholme North Leisure Centre and Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve. This 7-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Axholme North Leisure Centre - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Yorkshire Waterways Museum - 21 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • The Old Rectory - 22 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Oakhill Nature Reserve - 22 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Crowle Station - 12 min drive
  • Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Warren Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Christine's Snack Bar - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The River Don Tavern and Lodge

At The River Don Tavern and Lodge, guests have access to karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. A stay here includes free parking. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. This inn also has a computer station.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Housekeeping is not available.
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

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

This inn is located in Scunthorpe, close to Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve, Normanby Hall Country Park, and Yorkshire Waterways Museum. Axholme North Leisure Centre is also within a driving distance of 3.7 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

As of Jun 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Don Tavern and Lodge on Jun 24, 2026 start from $106, 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.

Is there parking available at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

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

Does The River Don Tavern and Lodge include a casino?

No, The River Don Tavern and Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The River Don Tavern and Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a garden view and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

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

Does The River Don Tavern and Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The River Don Tavern and Lodge serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The River Don Tavern and Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at The River Don Tavern and Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

The closest major airport to The River Don Tavern and Lodge is Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), which is 19.7 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hull (HUY-Humberside), which is located 27.2 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The River Don Tavern and Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The River Don Tavern and Lodge that offer a balcony.

The River Don Tavern and Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 93 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and good dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, the room was very comfortable I had a great sleep. The food in the bar was also excellent, a very good pork chop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Great stay

Great stay, the owners were very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Fast check, very helpful and friendly staff. Food in the pub was good and well priced. Accommodation was good and had everything I needed for my stay. The stay was well worth the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for money and fantastic food - big portions...nom nom
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet, large room and bed so plenty of space. Excellent food with good service; would recommend it and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. I enjoyed the food in the tavern. The room was not large, but the bed and the bathroom were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

N

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

Friendly inn

Great friendly welcome, excellent room and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight work stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room. Excellent menu options for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay of choice when in the Scunthorpe area. Friendly traditional pub atmosphere, so rare these days. Excellent food, service and welcoming staff. Can recommend happily!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mellanie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

In the middle of nowhere

Fantastic food and Gordon & Karen are great hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Lovely, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a pleasure..By far the best in the area. .Room was a treat , Dinner was to die for..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

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

Friendly and Comfortable

You check in at the tavern and the rooms are in the lodge at the rear of the property. Everyone was really friendly, the room was very clean and the bed really comfortable. Would recommend staying here if you need somewhere to stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

LEE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room tired, needs a refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

LEE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room dusty and pillow cases and towels seem better days, could do with a few things freshened up.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The girls/women were really helpful, friendly and polite. The food was delicious and a great portion. The bar was warm with a good atmosphere. The chalet we had was clean, warm and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great stay at the Don

Warm welcome, spacious room with fresh milk and water in bedroom fridge, so much nicer than little uht pots. Good value, well cooked meal in the bar with excellent real ale. Breakfast served within flexible timeframe and was again, very nicely cooked and plentiful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable little bolt-hole, just what I was looking for and needed. Will be using again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, great food, good value!

I've stayed here before, so i expected it to be good, and it was. A comfortable single room, with a well-lit desk for doing some work. The evening meal was excellent! (Unfortunately I was unable to have breakfast, but i know it would have been good.)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great room, fabulous food, warm welcome.

Warm friendly staff, comfortable stair-free quiet lodge room with TV and mini fridge+freezer, chilled milk + litre water carafe, tea/coffee/biscuits, hairdryer and clean bedding/shower en-suite. Comfortable king size bed. Excellent parking and fabulous freshly cooked full English with options breakfast (also with fruit, cereal, yogurt, juice, tea/coffee, white/brown toast and choice of jams/honey) included. Will definitely stay here again when in area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Great little spot

Great value place to stay with breakfast. I had informed them I would be arriving after 10pm someone was there to check me in. Super friendly too! I would go back for sure. All amenities in my room with a fridge and breakfast all in the fridge! Thanks for a restful stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

River Don Review

Easy check in at the bar and a friendly welcome. Car park was big enough to find a space at the rear. Room was clean and cosy, and I slept soundly. DIY breakfast in the room, though hot meals available for those planning a longer stay. Good, honest establishment and great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024