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Best Western Appleby Park Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Twycross Zoo

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Near Ashby de la Zouch Castle, Best Western Appleby Park Hotel offers a charming retreat with international cuisine at Park Lounge and a relaxing garden. Enjoy in-room WiFi, the on-site bar, coffee shop/cafe, business center, water dispenser and books available to all guests.
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is P4,040
P4,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Heated bathroom floor
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (with Single Sofabed)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (with Single Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Junction 11/M42, Appleby Magna, Swadlincote, England, DE12 7AP

What's nearby

  • Mercia Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Twycross Zoo - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ashby de la Zouch Castle - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Drayton Manor Theme Park - 17 min drive - 20.0 km
  • National Memorial Arboretum - 19 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilnecote Station - 16 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Globe Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Himalaya Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bird In Hand - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Robin Hood Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Best Western Appleby Park Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Twycross Zoo
Located close to Ashby de la Zouch Castle, Best Western Appleby Park Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, 3 meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
Room features
All 96 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and travel cribs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Park Lounge

Things to do

  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 14,680 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2000
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to December 27:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Appleby Park Swadlincote
Appleby Park Hotel Swadlincote

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Appleby Park Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Appleby Park Hotel?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Appleby Park Hotel on Nov 23, 2025 start from P 4,039.92, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Appleby Park Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Appleby Park Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Appleby Park Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Twycross Zoo and within 12 mi (20 km) of Ashby de la Zouch Castle and Drayton Manor Theme Park. Tamworth Castle and The Snow Dome are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Appleby Park Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 613 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff. Nice little stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room,and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were awesome ... really interested in you and your wellbeing. The food was really enjoyable. A real gem of a place. It is called Best Western for a reason, that being that it is the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Very clean hotel and staff were very friendly and welcoming. Next time we visit this area this will be our go to stop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and big very friendly staff and free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable, dogs were welcome with a great outside space for dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was reallyveasy to check in, room perfect for an overnight stay, breakfast was very good, plenty on offer to suit all palates. I would stay here again, Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very good constantly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for lots of local places. I don’t think very very busy so very relaxed and great service from the team.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roshan

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

Super friendly and comfortable

Fab stay, friendly welcome, comfy bed and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed and overnight stop in the area and for the quality of the hotel, the price was exceptional. Will definitely use again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Comfortable and clean rooms. Lots of parking. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, impressive entrance, lovely staff and all clean. Very recently refurbished so nicely decorated. Car access only location but convenient for roads. One thing to note the sound does carry through the ceiling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a very comfortable stay with great food and service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always lovely staff to great you upon arrival especially Alison, nice size rooms always clean. Decent menu with a variety of choices
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal hotel for our needs and travel plans, clean, nice size room ( 3 bed family room), friendly staff and nice surroundings
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean room with a comfortable bed. The food at the restaurant was good too. Perfect location for an overnight stay before Download! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kirstine

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

Perfect place

Great stay, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

Very welcoming

Very welcoming and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late and were greeted by a lovely lady for check in and made us feel welcomed Room comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

ESP Bloodstock

Amazing welcoming staff. We will be back next year
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

great stopover

Very clean and great staff, pillows are hard and breakfast is cold but other than that a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Amenities
Very convenient great bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025