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The River Don Tavern and Lodge

3.0 star property
Inn in Scunthorpe with a restaurant and a bar

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sampson Street, Eastoft, Scunthorpe, England, DN17 4PQ
  • Place, Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Waterways Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Triple Room, Garden View (Disabled Room)

Comfort Triple Room, Garden View (Disabled Room)

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

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View

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

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Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (Main Building)

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite (Main Building)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Scunthorpe

The River Don Tavern and Lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve and The Old Rectory. This 7-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Yorkshire Waterways Museum - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Oakhill Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • The Old Rectory - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Christine's Snack Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The River Don Tavern and Lodge

Inn in Scunthorpe with a restaurant and a bar
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

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
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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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 Normanby Hall Country Park, Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve, and Yorkshire Waterways Museum. You'll also find The Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft and The Baths Hall nearby.

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

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Don Tavern and Lodge on Nov 27, 2025 start from $87.73, excluding 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 a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include garden views and free Internet access.

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

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

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.

Does The River Don Tavern and Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

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, at The River Don Tavern and Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The River Don Tavern and Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 88 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well what a load of rubbish, breakfast is a cold bacon sausage sandwich in the fridge with cornflakes and banana.Towels had a damp smell on them,Definitely won’t be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Just used for a one night stay. Room not cleaned very well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Quiet

Quiet friendly place with food that wasn't bad. Off the beaten track but that suited me. A very cold night and even with extra heater was still nippy. Couldn't recommend in winter.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

I loved it!

Its a delightful tavern. Plenty of room on the car park and onto a traditional, friendly bar where my hosts booked me in quickly and with a great intro to how everything worked. I had room 2, in a purpose built outbuilding and I was really pleased with the first impression. Everything worked as it should and there were lots of extras not normally given in this type of accommodation. The bed was kingsize, the room had alot of space, a fridge, hot chocolate as well as the usual tea and coffee. My breakfast was in the room (see pictures). Edit - the pictures won't upload! I arrived too late to use the restaurant but the menu was varied and looked like the meals were good value - maybe next time...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Business traveler

River Don Tavern - Not up to scratch

Needs to make it clearer in the details that the restaurant does not operate on a Monday (and no local takeaways) & that the breakfast is sort of continental in the room. Single room in main building is small but adequate, small fridge (but noisy). Bed not very comfy. Will not be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Sidsel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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

8/10 Good

Racheal

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was a good size with plenty of room for 2 people to stay comfortably. There was a fridge with a large bottle of drinkable tap water. The bed was okay but I have a bad back so brought a single topper with me. The staff were lovely and helpful. The TV remote wasn’t working so the lady swapped it for me. She also got me an extra bottle of water every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mellanie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

In the middle of nowhere

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
I tried to cancel this booking but was unable to and Hotels.com isnt very helpful when trying to do this. I spoke with the property owner and he was unable to cancel the booking either.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

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

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Trickett

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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