Get cozy at The Stables, where a warm breakfast and friendly atmosphere await. Connect to free WiFi, challenge someone to a game of pool or billiards in the shared lounge area. Previous guests have appreciated the welcoming staff.
Donington Park Racing Circuit - 18 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 20 min drive
Nottingham (NQT) - 48 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 50 min drive
Coventry (CVT) - 65 min drive
Willington Station - 10 min drive
Peartree Station - 13 min drive
Spondon Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Alma Inn - 5 min drive
Harpur's of Melbourne - 5 min drive
The Bulls Head - 8 min drive
Bank of Beers - 5 min drive
Calke Abbey Restaurant - 9 min drive
About this property
The Stables
The Stables puts you within a 15-minute drive of Donington Park Racing Circuit. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby mountain biking.
At a glance
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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
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
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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
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Pool table
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Room amenities
Food and drink
Highchair
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Stables Apartment Derby
The Stables Derby
The Stables Bed & breakfast
The Stables Bed & breakfast Derby
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Stables?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Stables?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Stables?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Stables and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching.
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Reviews
The Stables Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Refrigerator
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Great little place
Great communication day before arrival. Check in was easy. Nice little accommodation and all the food choices left for breakfast were amazing.
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2023
Good location for my work, private, quiet, spacious, parking, short walk to pub.
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
The stables
Great facilities, warm and really comfortable, great price. Very clean. Everything I needed.
Nicola
Nicola, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2024
Lovely and peaceful
Lovely quiet little place no other rooms attached . Loads of food in kitchen for breakfast. Slept very well
tina
tina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2024
A ‘stable’ environment.
Only a brief overnight stay, but the property was well presented, very clean and had everything I needed for a pleasant night. Loved the little nods to its previous life.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2024
Friendly, clean and quiet.
Very friendly staff, very clean with everything you need. I would definitely stop again it's a great little place to get a good night's sleep. Quiet and comfortable. Only downside is no mobile signal but that is typical for the area.
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2023
A comfortable one night stopover, breakfast cereals, fruit etc supplied, comfy beds and a good price. Thanks.
ROGER
ROGER, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2023
A great set up, in a separate building. It was good to be able to come and go as I needed. A comfortable bed and good facilities.
I wondered if I'd hear the road all the time, but I didn't hear it at all, and it wasn't very busy anyway. So that was great too.
Really lovely and interesting walks straight from the house it'self and further afield as well. The Lime kilns etc were very interesting and the various reservoirs nearby were beautiful. The Autumn colours in the woodland and Calke Abbey Deer Park were stunning.
The Staff of Life pub food was good, and reasonably priced, as was the Smisby Arms and the staff in both pubs were super helpful and kind too.
Kathy
Kathy, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 20, 2024
Disappointing Stay
The Stables were convenient to our planned activities in the area. We found it difficult to get into the location as it was difficult to use the gate or to find assistance. We needed to back car in from the busy road to a courtyard area with tight walls and other vehicles. Room was large with two bed areas, kitchenette and bathroom. Mattress was not comfortable. Power went out of the unit in the morning so unable to use the kitchenette for breakfast. Unable to reach anyone about the power.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 17, 2024
Disappointing Stay
The Stables were convenient to our planned activities in the area. We found it difficult to get into the location - we did not travel with a phone that had service in England and had no way to contact the owners when we arrived. We were never able to open the gate on our own to get in - had to yell over the gate to try and draw attention to our arrival. Needing to back car in from the busy road to a courtyard area with tight walls and other vehicles was nerve racking. Room was large with two bed areas, kitchenette and bathroom. Mattress was not comfortable. Power went out of the unit in the morning so unable to use the kitchenette for breakfast. Went to owners home, across the small courtyard, but unable to reach anyone about the power. Most disappointing location of our entire stay in England.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Was very nice
People were nice and helpful
A little gem of a place
Would go back anytime
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2023
A spacious room with a fridge in the kitchen. More than enough tea, coffee and milk. Comfy bed, I slept like a log. Nice friendly people letting the room. Safe and secure.
Paul
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 9, 2024
Having viewed the property and seeing a 9.2 review rating.
I was expecting a lovely cosy cottage with a bit of wow factor.
Unfortunately, it was far from the case.
As lovely as the hosts were, the accommodation did not come up to scratch and certainly didn’t match their review score.
Plaster coming off the wall, dated and tired décor, electrics which trip out and have obviously not been certified in a while.
A disappointing stay I am sad to say.
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2022
No cooked breakfast!
Had expected a cooked breakfast based on previous reviews but shop was closed where they used to do the breakfast. Useful having a fridge and microwave. Extractor very noisy in bathroom. Very cold when I first arrived. Not as good as another B&B in the area that I use regularly. Lots of traffic all through the night despite being on a small country road.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2021
Clean, cosy and such a comfortable bed!
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2021
Great place to stay
A very enjoyable and comfortable stay.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2021
Very friendly helpful staff
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2021
Charming little place
I arrived late and left early for work commitments Martin is a really nice guy and the stables was recommended by a friend can’t realy say much else as I Was not their for long , very clean and tidy and slept well
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2019
Practically perfect in every way 😁😍
We arrived late after a long journey, but were welcomed in person and made to feel at home right away. Having both double and single rooms was perfect for us, and the kitchen, with decent ground coffee and cereals for the morning, was a lovely bonus. We had a late breakfast at the cafe next door, with generous portions of quality ingredients and great service. I am SO glad we chose this place. It was only half an hour from our destination in Derby, and an infinitely more pleasant stay than can be had in any of the chain hotels in town. Excellent value for money. We will definitely be back!
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2019
Very peaceful location and the apartment was very comfortable. Plus breakfast included in the excellent cafe next door
Rosslyn
Rosslyn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2019
A nice little self-contained 2 bedroom apartment with a small kitchenette in a converted stable. A lovely breakfast at the friendly cafe next door is included.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2019
Pleasant if a bit quirky accommodation. Excellent Breakfast. The owners are Good and there if you want them. Will definitely book again if I'm back in that area
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2019
The room was spacious and clean, the shower room was a little dated and would benefit from an upgrade, but saying that it was perfectly acceptable. The breakfast was excellent, the host was friendly and catered for all our needs. Would stay again
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2019
Incredibly helpful hosts, lovely accommodation. All requirements met and catered for. Would love to stay again
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2019
Stables
Friendly helpful owner, great tips on places to eat and on the early morning commute to my place of work. Wonderful breakfast in the cafe next door