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The Moat House

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Cannock Chase
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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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Lower Penkridge Road, Acton Trussell, Stafford, England, ST17 0RJ
  • Place, Cannock Chase
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cannock Chase Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪42 min drive‬
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stafford

Located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cannock Chase, The Moat House is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Stafford Gatehouse Theatre. This 4-star hotel has 41 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cannock Chase - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cannock Chase Country Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Ancient High House - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • The Chase Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Stafford Gatehouse Theatre - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Penkridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wildwood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Weeping Cross Fish Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chris Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Moat House

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Cannock Chase
Guests of The Moat House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a banquet hall. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Orangery Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • 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

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Moat House?

The Moat House offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Moat House?

This hotel is located in Stafford, close to Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford Castle, and Cannock Chase. You'll also find Cannock Chase Country Park and The Chase Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Moat House?

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

Does The Moat House include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Moat House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

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

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Moat House?

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

Does The Moat House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Moat House serves free English breakfast at Orangery Restaurant each morning.

Will The Moat House allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Moat House for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Moat House?

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

How far is the airport from The Moat House?

The closest major airport to The Moat House is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is about 26.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Moat House?

No, at The Moat House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Moat House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 967 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 967 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 967 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 967 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 967 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy for the M6

An attractive large country hotel very close to the M6. Our room was hot and quite noisy from the constant traffic on the motorway so we couldn’t open the windows to cool down. We had a couple of fans which helped but they also made some noise. There seemed to be a shortage of staff : on arrival I had to go quite a way in search of someone to check us in as the reception desk was deserted. Apparently the receptionist had been upstairs preparing a room, although it was 6pm. Our dinner in the restaurant which was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar area and we ate from that menu rather than the main restaurant. Good quality staff throughout aside from the breakfast team who , unfortunately , were somewhat off the pace during all 3 days of our stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy check in (special mention to Stacey on reception) who sorted our room issue with no problem whatsoever she was a star, stayed in superior room looking out to the canal very spacious & airy couldn’t fault it, food was delicious & plentiful & drinks reasonably priced for a hotel, surroundings were lovely outside sat by the lake with drinks was very chilled & having the ducks as company was a bonus we will definitely return Alan & Pam Runcorn.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

One night at the Moat House

Very good hotel pity about the M6
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and team!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Comfortable Rooms - Good Restaurants

We stayed at the Moat House on our way up north and again on our way back south. Both times were a great experience. The rooms are very comfortable with good showers - all our requests were catered to. My husband left his electric shaver behind and they are sending it back to us. We were not looking for formal dining in the main restaurant and The Bar Lounge menu turned out to be very good - special mention on the Mackerel Rillettes starter!! Head Chef James Cracknell was sent our grateful thanks for a delicious dish. Breakfast was also very good - it's not easy to get good scrambled eggs at a buffet, but we did - both times. Can highly recommend the hotel and restaurant - we hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food in the restuarant was very high quality. The presentation, seevice and taste all excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Situated in countryside close to motorway. Great breakfast and outsude seating by lake.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JILL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about The Moat House; the house and grounds were lovely, the room had everything we needed, the food, the breakfast, bar snack and evening meal where perfect and the staff couldn't have been more pleasant.What we loved the most was all the little places you could find to just sit outside, beside the water and also that for breakfast and evening meal you were looking out onto water again. We will definitely come again and highly recommend it. Thankyou for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

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

Good hotel

Overall a good stay. Food was mostly good, cooked breakfast items were good quality. The grill night meal was excellent value and good quality, although we were told initially there were no table’s available (staff were helpful in finding us one). Reception were helpful and friendly. Minor improvements could be made to make this hotel outstanding; 1)Too many Flies in bar area 2) pillows extremely hard 3) maintenance needed to some slabs and greenery cutting back to make it easier for disabled people 4) service at breakfast could be more attentive, although staff were friendly and helpful We have stayed before and will be staying again as this is a very good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

What a gem!

What a gorgeous hotel. We stayed one night in a family room, absolutely fabulous. The rooms are spacious and clean with everything you need. We ate in the bar and the food was scrumptious. The service was friendly and nothing too much trouble. The location is beautiful and quaint and very quiet. Special thank you to our check in lady who was more than helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Benton

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location, peaceful and beautiful, great food, amazing room. Loved everything about our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyra

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

Wonderful stay

Outstanding stay, very convenient for the M6. Beautiful old hotel, clean and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Good room, great restaurant, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were good but not quite as good as last time. Busy, which might have accounted for it. But overall fine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Beautiful place to stay

Beautiful location and the room was spacious and comfortable. Service was excellent. Food in the restaurant was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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