The Boat Inn 97 Main Street, Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF,
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Near Idle Valley Nature Reserve
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Guests recommend The Boat Inn Hayton
freshly made pizzas
canal access
comfortable beds
excellent food
lovely garden
"Firstly, the pub itself is lovely, staff are kind and welcoming, including the locals who are in there."
Olivia from United Kingdom
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"No breakfast excellent food especially the pizzas!. Loved the garden nice bar and dining area"
Sharon from United Kingdom
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"Clean comfortable room. Food was excellent in the pub."
Mann from United Kingdom
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"Restaurant and pub very good with generous portions of food."
James from United Kingdom
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"Beds were super comfortable & parking right outside the room."
Cheryl from United Kingdom
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The Boat Inn Hayton - 3-Star Canal-Side Pub with Rooms in Retford
Property Highlights & Amenities
The Boat Inn Hayton offers free on-site private parking and free WiFi throughout. The property has a garden and terrace with outdoor seating, plus a children's play park. Security features include CCTV outside, fire extinguishers, key access, and smoke alarms.
Dining & Bar
The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine for lunch and dinner, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. The bar offers a selection of Hawkstone beers and cocktails, with live music performances on certain evenings. The outdoor kitchen prepares fresh pizzas when weather permits.
Guest Rooms
The hotel offers family rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and a refrigerator. Rooms feature parquet floors and free toiletries, and some are designated pet-friendly in a separate building from non-pet rooms. Each room includes free WiFi and heating.
Entertainment & Leisure
The Boat Inn Hayton hosts a magician on Saturdays and every other Sunday for table-side entertainment. The garden includes an outdoor bar and a play area for children with enclosed tables. Weekly events include steak night and Sunday lunch roasts.
Highlights
Location: Canal-side village setting, 7 km from Retford
Dining: British restaurant with vegan & gluten-free options
Entertainment: Live music and table-side magician
Family: Children's play park and outdoor pizza kitchen
Pets: Separate pet-friendly rooms in dedicated building
Parking: Free on-site private parking
Must-do experiences
Savor a traditional Sunday roast at The Black Horse in Gamston.
Explore Clumber Park's serene lakes and scenic walking trails.
Discover local history at Retford's Bassetlaw Museum on a rainy day.
Visit the bustling Retford market on Thursdays for fresh produce.
Try the famous pottage at The Boat Inn for a true local flavor.
Select your room type
The Boat Inn Hayton features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
6 m²
2 Single beds
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
7 m²
1 Double bed
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Standard Family Room
2 persons
7 m²
2 Double beds
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Facilities
The Boat Inn Hayton provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
General
Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
Live entertainment
Garden area
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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The Boat Inn Hayton: Location in England
The Boat Inn 97 Main Street, Hayton, Retford, DN22 9LF,
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