The Moat House

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Property grounds
Property grounds
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Garden

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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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, Penkridge Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪59 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

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

Twin Room, Accessible

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

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stafford

Located 2.1 mi (3.4 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 - 2.5 miles
  • Cannock Chase Country Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Penkridge Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The Chase Golf Club - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Stafford Gatehouse Theatre - 13 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Penkridge Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weeping Cross Fish Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seven Stars - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Moat House

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, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Moat House Hotel Acton Trussell, Stafford
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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.

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

As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Moat House on May 17, 2026 start from $132, 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.

What's there to do near The Moat House?

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

Is parking available on site 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.

What do couples enjoy most about The Moat House?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Moat House?

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

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book at The Moat House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Moat House.

The Moat House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, clean, lovely staff. Bar area has a wood burner, all meals good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely perfect…the room, the friendly and professional staff and the delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay overall, but I did feel that some areas of the hotel are starting to look a little tired and could benefit from a refresh. For a hotel with 2 AA Rosettes, I expected a higher standard of cleanliness in certain parts of the property. Nothing major, but small details made the place feel less polished than I anticipated. The staff were lovely and the atmosphere was welcoming — it just feels like the hotel is ready for a bit of attention to bring it back up to the level its rating suggests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was a cool, 13 degrees cool. Comfortable bed, good dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and surroundings. Hotel spotless. Excellent customer service and a special thank you to Sian on the front desk as she was extremely helpful and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The welcome was excellent and the room was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel and very friendly staff. Only minor issue was that neither window in bedroom or bathroom shut properly and it was December with a bitterly cold wind. Luckily we are ok with a cooler room and just shut the curtains. We had a small dog with us and
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly warm excellent service from receptionists to the breakfast service. Beautiful room 105 with views of nature & the canal. Exquisite specail historical place to be and spend time. You feel very welcomed
breakfast with a view Canal & nature
Moat House sunrise glow
Winter Sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rizwana

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Over-rated. Horrible room and paid extra for superior room and early check in. Lack of choice for food. Left after a few hours as couldn’t stand the thought of being in that room. Nothing to eat . Went out to eat and went home. Didn’t stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great stay highly recommend Hotel A+
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

AHMED

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly. Had the three course Sunday dinner in the restaurant which was lovely. The bar had wood burners so was nice and snug. The room was to a high standard. We opted for breakfast in bed which again was good quality and generous. Free car parking just off the M6.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

DAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Evening meal excellent, room was upgraded to superior but quite old fashioned, needs bringing upto date
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and very comfortable. All the staff were efficient, friendly and helpful. Although it was a very busy Saturday evening in the bar and restaurant, we had excellent and attentive service. The quality and presentation of our meal was exceptional. A thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all excellent blending professionalism with friendliness perfectly. We were upgraded to a lovely room overlooking the canal. Food and drink were both great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025