Comfortable bed for the night, notwithstanding the heat (see below), with an en suite bathroom that although a little "tired" was perfectly serviceable. The restaurant was excellent, as was the breakfast, and both were very reasonably priced. The staff were universally friendly and helpful, making our stay a real pleasure from start to finish - knocked the spots off another stay in one of the big chain hotels!

We can hardly blame the hotel for our room being very warm when we stayed on one of the hottest nights of the year (so far!). No air conditioning, but our room was equipped with an electric fan that enabled us to sleep.

We stayed in the Stables building and the room was exactly what was required, comfortable and warm. Tea/coffee making facilities, TV and free wifi included. Separate from the main hotel but connected enough should we need anything. Staff were so helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Close to all local shops, and Retford is a lovely town with lots to see. Unfortunately our stay was too short. Would definitely recommend the Elms Hotel!

The decor is a little dated, a lick of paint would help lift the place. Walls are quiet thin, so we could hear the guests overhead and next door. But the turnover is quite fast so in the end wasn't really a huge issue. Menu is not varied, but food is good.

Clean, comfortable room with a very gif en-suite. Staff were friendly and the freshly cooked breakfast was exceptional.

The creaking floor joists in the stable block meant that every time someone came up stairs or simply walked across the floor to use the bathroom or cross the room it was very noisy disturbing gusts in adjoining rooms . The landing lights turned out far to quickly so you didn’t have time to open your door and the downstairs door to the stable block wasn’t secure as it didn’t have a locking catch meaning that anyone could simply enter the block

I stayed at the Elms hotel for 2 nights as i was attending a wedding.I found the staff friendly and attentive.Always with a smile on their faces and a willingness to help and make you feel welcomed, in addition, the property was full of character and charm.There is a restuarant at the hotel and I must add I have never had such a fantastic prawn curry.My compliments to the chef I was informed the cuisine is from Southern India.I travelled the golden route in India and never came across such fine cuisine.A big thank you to all at the Elms hotel for a wonderful stay and I definitely will be back.

Location, friendly staff, comfortable room except for the heat. Fan was provided.

Very creaky floorboards, so you did hear people coming and going down the hallway. Hairdryer should be standard in the room. They are available on request but wasnt aware of this so had already had a shower when I realised there wasnt one in the room so had to go back to reception in a different building which was later delivered to the room.

The hotel itself is a little old fashioned & dated, decor a bit run down etc., but everything was clean & everything worked as it should, excellent value for money in a convenient location near the A1M. What really improved the stay for us was the food which was on a completely different level. We ate in the bar (there's also an Indian restaurant) & the food was absolutely top notch & great value, wine list was fairly basic, but well priced & some good wine at very reasonable prices - would certainly stay there again if passing that way

Staff welcoming & helpful. Breakfast was very good. Meals well priced in restaurant.

Was located in the 'stables' accommodation. Floors creaked a lot! Bathroom was clean but could do with some wall hangers to put towels on, or clothes etc Bedroom was small. Difficult to navigate the furniture & on moving the bed to access window, under the beds needs a good clean.

I have to say that the staff were superb, Very friendly and helpful. They made the stay for us. The restaurant food was excellent, some of the best ever.

Sorry, but the room let down the experience with its broken loo seat and curtain rail combined with a security light opposite which meant the room was well illuminated in the night. Otherwise lots of hot water, nice towels and parking close by.

Beautiful old building now a hotel. Lots of stairs but we had asked for an accessible room and were given one in the stables, which was fine. Breakfast freshly cooked. Superb curry meal in the Rithful restaurant. Helpful staff. Nice lounge used by locals. Short cab ride from the station.

OK room in the stables, but glad it didn't rain when we went over to the main building for breakfast! Moderate facilities but fine for our needs.

The warm and friendly staff. They fed us when we arrived late and the kitchen was closed. Much appreciated. We also had a delicious Indian meal in the restaurant the following evening. Good value and generous portions!

I wish they had provided bottled water and a few more ‘smellies’ in the room