Reviews of The Queens Head Hotel 4 stars
Townfoot, Rothbury, NE65 7SR, United Kingdom
#19 of 21 hotels in Rothbury
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 567 hotel reviews
7.5Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.1
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Comfort
8.3
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Location
9.0
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Facilities
7.6
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Staff
8.5
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Value for money
7.6
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Free WiFi
6.4
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Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Christopher
United Kingdom52 reviews5 helpful votes7.0“The hotel was warm. My room was not.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
First night no heating in the room or bathroom, reason given "forgot to turn it on". Second night still no heating in the room or bathroom. Third night still no heating in the room or bathroom. Both rooms needed heat, it was chilly. The hotel has a restaurant with a very decent menu and offers bar snacks, but on Bank Holiday Sunday evening there was no food available, I was offered a bag of crisps. That was disappointing.
Room was fine, bathroom was fine. Parking was good. Hearty breakfast available.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Gary
United Kingdom36 reviews9.0“Comfy bed”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Decor a bit dated
Lovely big room , bath & shower in the room comfy bed,nice staff ,,They also included a tasty brakfast, unlike so many places
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Stevelsm
United Kingdom15 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
on the website they say they serve food until 9pm, but we were told at 19:50 that the kitchen was closed on the friday night, then on the sunday night they were closed at 3pm.
Breakfast was good, however on the website they say they serve food until 9pm but we were told at 19:50 that the kitchen was closed on the friday night and then on the sunday night they were closed at 3pm
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Mike
United Kingdom29 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“As ever Rothbury and the queen's were a delight. We shall return, no doubt.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
We've visited Rothbury many time over the last 30 years and have stayed at the Queen's Head Hotel and had many enjoyable family meals there. It's an old building and although it was refurbished a few years ago you have to accept that it's not a new building so there's some creaks and knocked corners.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Alison
United Kingdom11 reviews7.0“Great location with friendly staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The bathroom needs a bit of updating to improve the facilities.
Great location. Very friendly, helpful staff
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
June
United Kingdom13 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
staff friendly, room clean and upgraded
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Ray
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0“Vist to see some Castles and some family”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to complain about
The food was good. Was made to feel welcome and comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay there. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Francois
United Kingdom2 reviews6.0“Never to return”- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The breakfast was horrible. The bacon and sausage were so under cooked they were almost raw. The toast looked like it had been threatened with a toaster. My wife wasn't even offered any toast with her breakfast. I had one piece of sausage and the hash brown and left the rest. Not the best way to start your day. We ended up going to the shop further along the street and bought a couple of pies. As for the place itself they have spoiled what was a lovely local pub and ripped the heart out of it by turning it into a eaterie.
The fact that we were able to check-in early was good. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Becky
United Kingdom11 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Lovely stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There is a sign saying reception, yet when you look into the room it's basically where the glasses are cleaned and there was nobody in there. Might be easier if check in was just at the bar. Other than that I couldn't fault the place, and will definitely stay again.
Beautiful room. Comfortable bed. Lovely bar and restaurant area. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Matt
United Kingdom11 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Could have been much better”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Period building with lots of old features.
Lovely old pub/hotel
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Linda-ann
United Kingdom6 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“very very good”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
everything was excellent. will certainly go back.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Gary
United Kingdom6 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Some of the decor is slightly dated
Comfy bed Great shower Good breakfast Friendly staff Good bar
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom5 reviews8.0“Good stay but a little expensive”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A little dated though clean.
The girl serving in the morning for breakfast and housekeeping was outstanding.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Barry
United Kingdom2 reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Limited breakfast choice. Nice cooked breakfast but no cereals, toasts or other items on offer.
Comfortable bed and a decent sized room. Location ideal.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Patricia
United Kingdom115 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“A good stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Requested a room on the first floor due to having mobility issues, was given a room at the very top of the hotel therefore having to climb three floors including a very steep staircase. Once downstairs for breakfast felt the need to check out early rather than climb the stairs again.
Location was great for what was needed. Excellent breakfast Great service Clean room
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Kate
United Kingdom8 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Really comfortable room with a super bathroom. Welcoming staff.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Patricia
United Kingdom115 reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Comfortable stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Lack of staff at times.
Location Comfortable bed Nice breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Keith
United Kingdom3 reviews7.0“Central location, coked breakfast and comfortable room.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Bathroom fittings could do with some maintenance. Difficult to lock the bedroom door. Breakfast was a bit limited, no cereals etc., just the cooked element.
Comfortable Room, friendly staff. Good cooked breakfast
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Claite
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Comfortable environment”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Maybe too hot
Location staff food were all good
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0“great way to spend New Year’s Day in relaxation.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
noisy toilet flush , room dated .
great location, nice bar & dining room with very friendly staff
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Robert
United Kingdom31 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“A nice break. We would go again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Food a bit slow coming in the evening....
Nice warm and cosy room.Good beer in the bar. Lovely manager and team.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Steve
United Kingdom32 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Sink tap was under a glass shelf which meant it couldn't be turned on fully.
We arrived after midnight due to many road closures in Scotland but manager, Jordann, was kind enough to stay up and let us in. Beds comfy, room spacious, shower hot and breakfast substantial.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Tom
United Kingdom4 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Minimal breakfast, some of which was cold. Although only 4 people were staying the night we were allocated the top room in the pub, why? Hard work climbing 3 flights of stairs.
Good location, reasonable price.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Richard
United Kingdom2 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“A pleasant stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing in particular.
The breakfast was good, with friendly service. The room was comfortable.
Stayed in November 2023
