The Noel at Whitwell

Very friendly and just reopened with new management and a major refurbishment, can see in the future this will be a very popular place to stay.

Very good position ideal for Stamford, Oakham and Rutland water. Karen excellent host (chef) nothing to much trouble. Will stay again.

I booked the Noel very last minute as I had to travel on business and avoid the forecasted storms. Despite me only placing my booking at almost 10.30pm, the owners went out of their way to contact me, ensure me that I would be able to get into the hotel and make my room super cosy for my arrival. Over and above what I would expect from any hotel to be honest and it didn't end there, even though their chef was off the following day, I was provided with a lovely cooked breakfast to see me on my way. Absolutely lovely people and can't thank them enough for looking after me so well.I would have no hesitation staying here again and in fact I hope that I will have to one day soon. Thanks again

Karen and her team had only been in the property for a short time before our visit and the project is a work in progress. The bar and dining areas have been tastefully revamped. The bedroom was clean and comfortable. The team were very friendly and helpful. The food, both breakfast and evening meal was delicious. The Noel is ideally placed for visiting Rutland Water and surrounding area.

Comfortable bed,basic accomodation with tea and coffee making facilities .cleaning in bathroom not great. But on the whole we had a good nights sleep ,and the staff very pleasant and gave us a very good breakfast.

Stayed one night, received very warm welcome from landlord who was helpful and friendly! Room was comfortable and clean. Lovely breakfast in the morning! Would recommended

Good food, friendly, helpful staff and a lovely area to explore around Rutland water. Room decor a little tired and could do with a little facelift but all things considered we would definitely stay there again.

The important question first: would I stay there again, and the answer is certainly yes. Bear in mind that this is formerly an old pub and some of the rooms have a quirkiness to go with it. Nevertheless, they are comfortable with everything you would expect from a modern hotel. The restaurant is good - don't miss Steak Night - and is recently reopened so the menu isn't in full swing. I've docked a point as the restaurant heating was broken for part of our stay but we were fine with big sweaters! Ian at front of house with Samuel in the kitchen are making a good job of getting the customers back.

We have started going away for weekends instead of longer holidays and booked The Noel as we had never been to aRutland Water ThevNoel is very clean with good rooms, well looked after and with excellent breakfasts and reasonably priced, well cooked evening meals. Mark and Claire are excellent and friendly hosts, and the hotel is very quiet with good car parking. As a place to stay at Rutland Water it cannot be bettered. Just a short drive, or walk, away is Whitwell Harbour with access to The Rutland Belle for cruises on the water We went for the birdwatching so the event ng Osprey Cruise, run by the local Wildlife Trust is to be recommended Also within easy reach are the two main reserves at Egleton and, the better reserve for Osprey views, at Lyndon. We had a brilliant time there. Rutland Water is great for walking, cycling and water sports and The Noel provides the perfect base. We would highly recommend The Noel and will look forward to returning