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The Unicorn Inn

Preferred Plus
Repton Road, Newton Solney, DE15 0SG, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The Unicorn Inn
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About this property

Historic Setting

The Unicorn Inn in Newton Solney is housed in a recently renovated historic building. Guests enjoy a garden, bar, and free WiFi.

Comfortable Accommodations

Rooms feature private bathrooms, hairdryers, chocolates or cookies, and quiet street views. Additional amenities include streaming services, tea and coffee makers, and wardrobes.

Local Attractions

Located 18 km from Donington Park, 32 km from Drayton Manor Theme Park, and 38 km from Alton Towers. Nearby attractions include Tutbury Castle (12 km) and Derby Cathedral (17 km).

Guest Services

Highly rated for its attentive staff, comfortable rooms, and delicious breakfast. The property offers an outdoor seating area, picnic area, and family rooms.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

House rules

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

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Legal information

This property is managed by The Unicorn Inn.

Located in Newton Solney, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Unicorn Inn

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Unicorn Inn is 1.3 km from the center of Newton Solney.
Room options at The Unicorn Inn include:
  • Standard Twin Room
  • Superior Double Room
  • Standard Double Room
  • Deluxe Double Room
  • Superior King Room
  • Deluxe Family Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.8

Very good

234 reviews

R

Robin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 months ago
7.0
+ Convenient location near Burton-On-Trent, as a stopover before Bloodstock festival. Room was comfortable, bathroom and shower worked great. Good amount of space in the car park for modern cars. Friendly staff. Convenient location near Burton-On-Trent, as a stopover before Bloodstock festival. Room was comfortable, bathroom a...
- No breakfast. Mattress wasn't pocket-sprung, not great for two people. No breakfast. Mattress wasn't pocket-sprung, not great for two people.

young couple · Superior Double Room

P

Patrick

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

11 months ago
9.0
+ location fine. room very comfortable. location fine. room very comfortable.
- the shower tap got stuck and would not turn off but this was sorted by the staff the shower tap got stuck and would not turn off but this was sorted by the staff

solo traveller · Standard Double Room

Facilities of The Unicorn Inn

Non-smoking rooms Parking Internet services Family rooms Bar

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Media & Technology

  • Pet bowls

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Guest reviews for The Unicorn Inn

8.8

Very good

234 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.1
Facilities 8.4
Cleanliness 8.8
Comfort 8.6
Value for money 8.5
Location 9.0
Free Wifi 9.4

Score distribution

Superb
127
Good
92
Okay
9
Poor
5
Very poor
1

Scores by traveler type

Business travelers 8.6
Couples 9.0
Families 7.2
With friends 9.2
Solo travelers 8.9

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Guest reviews

R

Robin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7.0
Superior Double Room Superior Double Room 2 months ago young couple
+ Convenient location near Burton-On-Trent, as a stopover before Bloodstock festival. Room was comfortable, bathroom and shower worked great. Good amount of space in the car park for modern cars. Friendly staff.
− No breakfast. Mattress wasn't pocket-sprung, not great for two people.
P

Patrick

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room 11 months ago solo traveller
+ location fine. room very comfortable.
− the shower tap got stuck and would not turn off but this was sorted by the staff
C

Charlotte

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Standard Twin Room Standard Twin Room Oct 20, 2025 young couple
+ Our room (room 1) was quiet and comfortable.
− Nothing
S

Susan

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Standard Double Room Standard Double Room Oct 19, 2025 solo traveller
+ Everybody there were friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. I had breakfast which was very generous and good value at £8. I will certainly be back in the future.
− I was happy there and did not find anything to fault.
P

Paul

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Standard Twin Room Standard Twin Room Oct 13, 2025 review category group of friends
+ 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!