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The Water Rat

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Supeior Garden View ) | 1 bedroom
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Supeior Garden View ) | 1 bedroom
Restaurant
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Telford, England, TF8 7BJ
  • Place, Ironbridge Gorge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Iron Bridge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ironbridge Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Supeior Garden View ) | 1 bedroom

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Supeior Garden View )

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Telford

The Water Rat places you next to Ironbridge Gorge and within a 10-minute walk of Museum of the Gorge. This 6-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Ironbridge Gorge - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Iron Bridge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ironbridge Museum - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Buildwas Abby - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oakengates Station - 14 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coracle Micropub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪HOME Coffee House & Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Malthouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Darby's 1779 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Robin Hood Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Water Rat

The Water Rat features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. Additional amenities include wedding services and a garden.
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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Water Rat?

The Water Rat offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Water Rat?

This guesthouse is located in Telford, just steps from Ironbridge Gorge. You'll also find Iron Bridge and Museum of the Gorge less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Water Rat?

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

Does The Water Rat feature a casino?

No, The Water Rat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Water Rat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Water Rat a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some accommodations include a garden view and premium bedding.

Does The Water Rat have a hot tub?

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

Does The Water Rat have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Water Rat serves free continental breakfast from its restaurant.

Will The Water Rat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Water Rat.

Does The Water Rat have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Water Rat?

No, there aren't any accommodations at The Water Rat that offer a balcony.

Does The Water Rat have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Water Rat.

The Water Rat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, only a short riverside walk into Ironbridge town ,where there was some lovely pub restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great base for us as visiting family nearby. Lovely breakfast, friendly staff. Walk along the river to Ironbridge. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Superb

Fabulous stay, staff amazing, rooms beautifully decorated and comfortable, food excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Great 2 night stay, staff very helpful, stay again

We stayed at the water Rat for a family wedding, we had a wonderful 2 nights stay, the staff were very friendly and very helpful, the room was excellent and had a gorgeous meal on our first nights stay, would definitely have a return visit if we were in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Hidden Gem

This is an hidden gem. Definitely one to stay at again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room we were in decent size,unfortunately Shower out of order...First place ive stayed with a non working shower...also bedside lighting didn't work...otherwise quiet and a decent sleep..Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay couldn’t fault anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Great stay!

The family room was perfect, two separate rooms adjoined by a little corridor. The food was great, very tasty and good portion size! Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious parking area and only a short walk into the town, can walk in along the riverside which makes it more enjoyable, great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Lovely pub stay in great location

Lovely room. Very comfortable bed and all very clean. Little bit more attention needed under toilet rim. Great breakfast and location. Sadly shower was a nightmare. It banged constantly (even woke up next door!) and the water pressure was awful which is the only reason for my rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

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

A pleasant few days

A very pleasant, comfortable B&B. Ground floor room was spacious & well furnished but somewhat noisy from the main front door & the guests in the above room. Floors could do with sound proofing fitted. Good breakfast provided & other meals available at the attached pub. Staff were very pleasant & helpful for the most part.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glory

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

Good value for money.

Young waitress appeared unpleasant however breakfast lady can not do enough for you. Reasonably priced food and stay. Overall comfy ans cosy stay. Will come again when in area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

A Brilliant Stay

Just had a brilliant overnight stay here. The staff were outstanding, the restaurant is charming and food was simply excellent. Great value too. Accommodation is in a separate house next door, a 25 yard or so walk from the main building. We were in room 1 facing on to the main road. You could hear the occasional car but it was never a problem. The room and the hall have clearly recently been refurbished to a very good standard, it was well heated and there is a big shower cubicle in the en-suite. Large TV, good WiFi and tea/coffee facilities complete the package. Fresh milk available in a fridge in the hallway. We had a DB&B package and how nice to not have restrictions on certain dishes - choose anything for all 3 courses. Breakfast quality was also excellent, using top quality produce (as evidenced by a local delivery of fresh mushrooms just as we were eating breakfast). Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Fabulous little Riverside Hotel

Fabulous place to stay, we booked into room 4 which is a very big room with a lovely big shower room. It has the biggest TV I have ever seen in a hotel room. The room looks over the gardens and the river with a riverside walk into Ironbridge. The food is very good. Breakfast is a full English with a selection of cereal, yogurt, tea and coffee. We stayed 2 nights and ate in the restaurant on both evenings, we tried different foods from the menu all very good. I can highly recommend the beer batter cod and chips. All the staff are lovely, friendly and helpful. I would recommend you give the Water Rat a visit. We stayed in November, the room was lovely and warm. I think it would be great and even better during the summer with all the great things to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

A little slice of peace

The Water Rat was on the main road only minutes from Ironbridge, yet it still managed to be a peaceful retreat. Staff were really friendly and helpful. The room was actually in the adjoining building and was accessed by quite steep stairs. Well worth it though as it was lovely and spacious with a comfortable double bed and lots of room. There was a river walk into Ironbridge that was accessed via the gardens and took less than 10 minutes to reach the town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and restaurant with a good selection of beer (for me) and cider (for my wife). Location to Ironbridge superb with a pleasant walk along the riverside from the Water Rat car park. Room was clean and well appointed and restaurant staff very accommodating. Full English breakfast a welcome bonus and cooked to perfection. All in all a very happy time was had. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, all areas immaculate and extremely friendly and helpful staff. Bedroom was small but well presented and quirky with bathroom in loft space above bedroom, lovely and clean with nice toiletries and all area’s beautifully decorated. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Luxury Comfort

We stayed 2 nights, I had found this suggestion online and I’m a glad I did. Huge rooms with high ceilings were such a bonus, the rooms had been through a recent upgrade and you could tell, there was a king bed, seating area, 50 inch tv, makeup area and huge wardrobe to hang our event clothes in to stop creasing. And the shower was a personal highlight for me, huge walk in shower with lovely soft water and a really powerful rainfall or handheld shower dependent on which you prefer. There was also a really lovely touch of fresh, chilled water and milk stored in a fridge outside the room available at any time. On a warm evening it was really appreciated to be able to go and grab some water whenever. The staff at the inn were lovely and friendly, helped with anything we needed and organised a taxi for us to our event, taking away a stress we’d been having The entire stay was relaxing but went way too quickly, I’d happily stay again and would suggest others do the same
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Recommended

Most enjoyable stay - great facilities and lovely meal in restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lewis

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

Relaxing Riverside stay.

The room was in an adjacent building for the use of guests only. There was fresh milk and bottled water (recyclable) in a fridge in the lobby for the guests to take to their room which was much nicer than little cartons of milk ( which were also in the room). The service in the dining area of the pub was quite quick, considering there was a function being held on the night we stayed. The food was pleasant although the portions were quite small. The selection of non alcoholic drinks could be improved, as the vegetarian options could be greater also. The room was large , overlooking the garden and car park, very clean and comfortable with a large tv! Breakfast was very fresh and plenty of choices, even though there was only one person serving, she was very cheerful and efficient. We would definitely stay again, as the garden led to a riverside walk into Ironbridge, only half a mile away. I would recommend the Water Rat for a relaxing stay.
The riverside walk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay if your visiting Iron Bridge. Room & ensuite were excellent. Breakfast was good and service from staff couldn't be faulted. Will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

D A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable. There were some area's in the bathroom that required attention.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful hosts

Really accommodating hosts. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

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

Water Rat Inn — brilliant stay!

Wonderful place to stay. Very friendly helpful staff, room was clean, bed was really comfortable and breakfast was great under current new arrangements. Overall great place everyone working very hard to make your stay as great as possible
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ged

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast very pleasant and helpful food good ate in twice.main problem no bar two evenings so had to go out .needs to say what evengs bar is open and at what times.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020