Nestled near a train station, The Hopping Hare offers an inviting retreat with English breakfast and a delightful garden. Enjoy light fare at the on-site restaurant or unwind at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
18 Hopping Hill Gardens, Northampton, England, NN5 6PF
What's nearby
Franklin's Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Sixfields Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Royal & Derngate Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Market Square - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
University of Northampton - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Coventry (CVT) - 44 min drive
Northampton Station - 18 min drive
Long Buckby Station - 19 min drive
Kettering Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Alsace Park Fish Bar - 5 min drive
Hops and Chops - 6 min drive
Poppy Field Farm - 2 min drive
Costa Coffee - 4 min drive
Hart Of Duston - 17 min walk
About this property
The Hopping Hare
Located near a train station, The Hopping Hare is a great choice for a stay in Northampton. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast service be closed on every December 25 and 26.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1900
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Hopping Hare Hotel Northampton
Hopping Hare Hotel
Hopping Hare Northampton
Hopping Hare
The Hopping Hare Inn
The Hopping Hare Northampton
The Hopping Hare Inn Northampton
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Hopping Hare?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Hopping Hare?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hopping Hare?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Hopping Hare?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Grosvenor Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Hopping Hare and nearby?
The Hopping Hare has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Hopping Hare?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Hopping Hare like?
The Hopping Hare is located a short 16-minute walk from Northampton Golf Club.
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Reviews
The Hopping Hare Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, lovely, and exceptional with many guests thoroughly enjoying their meals. (18 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served exceptional food with excellent service from friendly and welcoming staff. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
Excellent stay,room clean and well appointed
All staff very welcoming
Definitely would recommend staying here
stephen
stephen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2025
Nice welcome
Nice welcome upon arrival. Food is very good
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 30, 2025
Hopping Hare Ho Kay
Quiet location with onsite free parking. Room clean and well laid out. Shower cubicle tiny but has good bathroom amenities. Food good with good service. All in all not a bad place to stay and/or dine.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Really enjoyed the stay. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Thanks
KJ
KJ, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Pleasant stay. Would revisit and recommend.
We really enjoyed our stay at the Hopping Hare. Service was exemplary, room was clean and plenty big enough. Restaurant food was a notch above your usual pub grub and reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to others. We stayed one night for a World Cup rugby match at Franklins Gardens which was within walking distance.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2025
Have stayed before and it's a nice hotel with great fiod
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2025
Great place to stay and eat
Stayed one night with family after a driving experience at the nearby aerodrome. Room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Staff very friendly and food on the night excellent. Will definitely visit again.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Staff were very friendly, food was lovely.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Great find
Great little find - lovely staff
Nice & clean not noisy
Food was outstanding
maxine
maxine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Very helpful and efficient on our late check in .
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 21, 2025
Great hotel!
Callum
Callum, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2025
Lovely hotel clean & tidy - little negatives was how hot it was but it wasn’t their fault with the weather and the bar was shut early but that’s just me
Dean
Dean, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
Highly recommended
Super friendly people and service.
Excellent food quality.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Great breakfast and helpful friendly staff.
Food was exceptional for both evening meal and breakfast and staff was on hand and very helpful and friendly to deal with during my stay. Rooms were of a very good and clean but of an average standard but would stay again just for the food.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
Lovely rooms great food
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Excellent stay
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Excellent hotel and bar/restaurant
Lovely place, didn't even know it was there!!! Excellent food and the staff were brilliant at accommodating my check in and request for twin beds. Great all round !
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2025
Well run family hotel. Lovely breakfast. Appreciated tower fans as very hot. Not an overtly large room and some scuffing / painting / wallpaper areas to address but very clean. About a 40/45 min walk to town
sara
sara, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
We have stayed at the Hopping Hare a few times. It is a great pub, the food is very good, and the staff are very helpful. We would recommend the Hopping Hare to anyone. Only down side is getting to the rooms can be a little tricky - narrow passage ways and stairs.
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Excellent room and great breakfast
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Very good hotel
Just a short stay here, had dinner and breakfast, both were excellent. Clean and spacious room, good service.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2025
Hop along to the Hopping Hare
Noise from outside Aircon kicks in at 6:30am
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2024
Always love staying here when in Northampton. Great restaurant on site and great service from the staff
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2024
Overnight business stop, ideal for the area.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Excellent food and service with a really nice atmosphere. Room was spacious and clean. My only complaint would be the mattress was slightly too firm for me and my wifes liking. Will definitely stay again if in the area.