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The Unicorn Inn

–Great location - show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

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About this property

Historic Setting: The Unicorn Inn in Newton Solney is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include streaming services, baths, and wardrobes. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the traditional restaurant, offering lunch and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes full English or Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free selections. Leisure Facilities: The property includes a garden, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free on-site parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 21 km from East Midlands Airport, nearby attractions include Donington Park (20 km) and Drayton Manor Theme Park (38 km). Boating is available in the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

David
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“Very comfortable bed, great staff, great Sunday lunch.”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We love this lovely village pub! Staff are always very friendly and helpful and even suggested a nice walk for us, which was great! Food is delicious and very well priced, our room was huge and the bed was so comfortable. We will definitely be...”
Paul
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“Staff could not have been more helpful. Although the rooms are dated, they were immaculate and comfortable. The full English breakfast was worth a visit in itself!”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Highly recommended The owner and staff were so lovely very welcoming ! Friendly atmosphere Food was amazing Very clean great location I would 💯 stay here again”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable bed. Great shower. Just in the right location.”
Francesca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location, staff were very nice and attentive.”
Adam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Well positioned for visiting family in Burton. Staff were excellent, attentive professional and very helpful….really could not have been better.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It not five star, BUT. It’s a very comfortable and welcoming place to stay. As a solo traveler, the staff have time to make you very much at home, plus I love Turkey and Lilly’s.”
Robin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Super staff. Great food. Excellent location for us. Hannah the owner went out of her way to run the bouncy castle on the day ! Check out our photos of the dinner menu. Sea bass was fabulous”
Mudrust
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A warm and friendly welcome. The bar staff were beyond fantastic, and the food was great. The room was in a very quiet part of the building. It was budget-basic but adequate, with tea and coffee making facilities, tv, and en-suite shower and...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Unicorn Inn

Company review score: 9.5Based on 250 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our Landlord and Lady Hannah has over 10 years combined experience in the hospitality industry and runs this successful B&B along with one of the oldest pubs in England called The Belper Arms in Newton Burgoland Since October 2024

Property information

Bringing a relaxed, sophisticated & whimsical drinking, dining & accommodation experience to the quaint village of Newton Solney near Burton on Trent. A cosy Bed and Breakfast with an onsite pub. Serving freshly cooked food and pizzas Wednesday -Sunday . A great bar open until 10pm Sunday-Thursday and 11pm on weekends with a great drinks range from coffee to cocktails and real ale. Plenty out outside space for guests to enjoy in the summer months.

Neighbourhood information

This traditional village pub with rooms is 11 miles from East Midlands airport, 3.6 miles from Burton-on-Trent town centre and 7.7 miles from Tutbury Castle. Newton Solney is a quiet village with another pub and great outdoor walks. Winner of Village in Bloom 2023 and 2024

Languages spoken

English,Polish,Turkish

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant Area
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.