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123 reviews

The Rest Hotel

The Rest Hotel

55a Steep Hill, Lincoln, LN2 1LR, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

The Rest Hotel

The Rest Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Lincoln, United Kingdom, located 0.4mi from the city center. The address is 55a Steep Hill.

Amenities on offer include free wifi, a streaming service (like Netflix), a bar, sun deck, private entrance, terrace, non-smoking rooms, patio, kitchenware, kitchenette, garden, and free toiletries.

The property has 123 reviews, and price starts from $123.

Set on Steep Hill, this four-star base blends historic charm with modern comforts. After a day of wandering, unwind in spaces such as the bar, the sun deck, a terrace, a private entrance, a patio, and a tranquil garden. Free wifi and a streaming service keep entertainment at hand, while non-smoking rooms ensure a crisp, relaxed feel.

Room options vary from a Cottage at 700 sqft to a Deluxe 1 Bedroom at 549 sqft and a Studio at 227 sqft, all non-smoking and designed to accommodate up to two adults and one child in many configurations. The Cottage Queen/Twin offers a Queen plus a Twin bed, and Suite options include 1 or 2 bedrooms around 549–700 sqft, with a King Room at 226 sqft providing a compact double option.

Payment is handled through Mastercard, Diners Club, American Express, JCB, Visa, Discover, and Maestro; cash is not accepted. The property has 123 reviews, reflecting a well-traveled guest mix, and amenities include kitchenware and a kitchenette for light self-catering, along with free toiletries to stay refreshed between outings.

Closest airports

Humberside Airport

24.8mi

Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield

25.8mi

East Midlands Airport

43mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Room in The Rest Hotel

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King Room

1 Queen Size Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Terrace

Kitchenware

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Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

700 sqft

Kitchen

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also provides a private entrance and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

550 sqft

Kitchen

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This suite features a private entrance, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a terrace. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Cottage

700 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Studio

225 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Deluxe, 1 Bedroom

550 sqft

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Cottage, Queen/Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

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Guest reviews

9.2

123 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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John

10

April 2024

The Rest Hotel was perfect! It was so comfortable, warm, thoughtfully furnished and decorated. The bathroom was equally stunning. We'll definitely be staying again on our next trip to this beautiful city

Nothing to dislike about this property

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Joy

9.1

August 2024

Great room with an excellent ensuite - shower was lovely. Parking nearby was not too far but it is quite steep so take it easy! Cafe onsite was great for a breakfast bap at 10.00am (when it opens) and the coffee available in room was very welcome. Facilities in room which included a kitchenette were really useful if staying for longer than one night. Staff in the cafe were helpful and there were gluten free options for my husband.

If you are kept awake by sudden noises I would recommend some earplugs as there was a loud fan coming on regularly for 15 mins or so every hour through the night that woke us both up a few times. This wasn’t in the ensuite so we assumed it was at a nearby property. Apart from this there was nothing to complain about.

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Cheryl

10

October 2023

We were staying here for my daughters university graduation and how pleased we were with it too. Our stay here was perfect, from the communication we received to the ease of access, to the beautiful room and bathroom provided. The bed was comfortable, with good quality linen and mattress and all the extras you could need ~ kettle, selection of drinks, iron, ironing board, fan, smart TV ~ basically we wanted for nothing. The owners even returned to the property to leave us extra milk and decaffeinated coffee as we were arriving later and then very kindly removed our suitcase and safely stored them as we needed to leave early too. To summarise, I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel for a stay in Lincoln's beautiful Cathedral Quarter and I look forward to returning here again on our nostalgic returns to Lincoln.

There was not a thing that I could say was unlikable about our stay.

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Tom

9.1

August 2024

Amazing location, right in the centre of Lincoln's Cathedral District. Charming rooms above the cafe. Clean and well equipped - including a little kitchen with a hob and microwave. Very friendly staff. Excellent value for money. I would wholeheartedly recommend if you were having a short stay in Lincoln.

There was nothing that we didn't like. Just to flag - if you really struggle with hills then the Lincoln Cathedral District may not be the best place for you (the clue is in the name of the road...)

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Snook

10

June 2025

Beautiful accommodation in a top spot in Lincoln at the top of steep hill. The veranda was an unexpected bonus particularly since the weather was for once in British history lovely. Could not recommend this accommodations enough it's a little gem in the heart of Lincoln I'm so pleased I found it. Will most definitely stay again hopefully for longer!

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Stephen

10

September 2023

The location for the purpose of our visit was perfect …. the staff were warm, friendly and extremely helpful, taking our bags up to the room whilst we enjoyed a drink in the café downstairs. the room was beautiful, clean and the facilities were great with a small kitchenette, small sofa seating area and small table and chairs inside for eating plus outside table on terrace area large spacious well appointed bathroom which was beautifully decorated. everything you could have needed for your stay was provided with iron, ironing board, hairdryer and kettle provided along with fluffy white towels and locally famous coffee and a great and guide book. Extra special mention must go though to the amazing bed !! this was without doubt the most comfortable bed we have slept in for 20yrs or more …..so much so I stripped the sheets to find the mattress make to purchase one for home. we have stayed a few times now in Lincoln as our daughter has attended university there and all in all we can only highly recommend The Rest as the best hotel we have stayed in not just here but anywhere!! 5* and more if we could, many thanks to the wonderful staff who offer a personal touch (like a handwritten note for us on arrival) without being intrusive. We will,from now, on only be staying here for any future visits (some already planned).

Absolutely nothing to not like

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Nichola

9.1

June 2025

Immaculately clean, tastefully decorated, close to the cathedral and castle and cosy pubs with good food. The staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating. This is a special place.

We loved every thing about it. It was a bit of a hike from the car park, up the hill in hot weather, but this is no fault of the hotel.

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Ian

9.1

August 2024

Comfortable place to stay when taking short breaks in Lincoln. Hosts great and room excellent.

All these are subjective, but the location is up one of the steepest streets in the UK. If infirm worth considering whether this is the place for you. No breakfast , but the recommendation up the hill at Bells was great. The room had a minor defect in the cistern .

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Emma

8.2

July 2023

Right by Cathedral quarter, was hard to spot initially and we weren't sure how to get in, however all good. Room was clean, comfortable and self contained and there was a nice little patio area outside the room. The staff were attentive and friendly.

I couldn't open the blind to the skylight so the room was a little dark when we first got there. The bathroom was airy though. I managed to open the skylight however having the blind open would have let more light in. We were only there overnight so no big deal to us.

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Samantha

9.1

September 2024

Plenty of natural light so didn’t have to rely on artificial lights whilst in the room. The room itself was clean, spacious and comfortable, the room was well equipped and we found we didn’t want for anything during our stay.

There was nothing about the property that I didn’t like.

Points of Interest Around The Rest Hotel

Attractions

Lincoln Cathedral

0.1mi

Doddington Hall & Gardens

4.9mi

Kelham Hall & Country Park

16.1mi

Amenities of The Rest Hotel

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Rest Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Rest Hotel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Rest Hotel?

The Rest Hotel welcomes guests for check-in at 03:00 PM and the departure or check-out time is set at 11:00 AM.

What's the nightly rate at The Rest Hotel?

The base rate at The Rest Hotel is approximately $123. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.

Which room categories can I book at The Rest Hotel?

The Rest Hotel offers King Rooms, which are double occupancy rooms with a size of 226 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in these rooms. The rooms have 1 Queen size bed, accommodating 2 adults and 0 children.

What activities does The Rest Hotel offer?

Guests staying at The Rest Hotel can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers spa and wellness packages, providing guests with the opportunity to indulge in a range of spa treatments such as body wraps, body scrubs, body treatments, facial treatments, and massages. There is also a spa lounge and relaxation area where guests can unwind and rejuvenate. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the hotel's sun deck, perfect for sunbathing and enjoying the beautiful weather. For those interested in exploring the local area, the hotel offers walking tours, allowing guests to discover the surroundings and take in the sights. In the evenings, guests can relax at the bar and enjoy a refreshing drink. Overall, guests at The Rest Hotel have a range of leisure amenities to choose from, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Which payment methods are supported by The Rest Hotel?

The Rest Hotel accepts various payment methods such as Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Discover, JCB, and Maestro. However, cash payments are not accepted.