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The Marquess Of Exeter

4.0 star property
Guests wake up to hearty breakfasts at this countryside inn where comfort meets tranquility in a setting that balances upscale touches with relaxed charm

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free) - The Marquess Of Exeter (Oakham)
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The Marquess Of Exeter offers an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere. Start your day with a delicious English breakfast. Enjoy a peaceful garden, a sociable bar area, and practical amenities like free in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Premium Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A cozy attic room with a beige sofa, a wooden table, a television, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with blinds, a television on a stand, a chair, and a sofa in the adjacent living area.

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Oakham is home to The Marquess Of Exeter. Lyddington Bede House and Rockingham Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Corby Tennis Centre and Rutland Water Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kettering Conference Centre, or consider a night out at Launde Abbey. Visit our Oakham travel guide
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52 Main Street, Lyddington, Rutland, Oakham, England, LE15 9LT

What's nearby

  • A historic building on an island in a body of water, with a seagull flying overhead.
    Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • A large, historic building with multiple towers and a central entrance.
    Burghley House
    29 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • A modern industrial building with a cylindrical structure and a flat-roofed extension.
    National Space Centre
    56 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Lyddington Bede House
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Leicester
    52 min drive - 26.1 miles

Getting around

  • Corby Station
    17 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe A47
    9 min drive
  • The Shire horse
    9 min drive
  • Embers
    8 min drive
  • The Hatton Arms
    7 min drive
  • The Orchard Cafe
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 10 and younger eat free breakfast

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 15 for check-in between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Marquess Of Exeter pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Marquess Of Exeter?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:30 AM– 3:00 PM for a fee of GBP 15.

What time is check-out at The Marquess Of Exeter?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15 (subject to availability).

Where is The Marquess Of Exeter located?

Situated in Oakham, this inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lyddington Bede House and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rockingham Castle and Corby Tennis Centre. Rutland Water Country Park and Rutland Water are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Marquess Of Exeter Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 189 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were attentive and friendly, the room clean and comfortable and the food exceptional 👌 would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Very welcoming and professional staff, lovely characterful old pub, and excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is set in a beautiful quiet village and the staff and food were amazing. The only two downsides were that the bed was extremely hard, as someone who prefers a firm mattress even I struggled with it and the first night we were staying there was a very noisy gathering in the garden until 1.30 am. However I can’t stress enough how lovely the place is and how amazing the food was.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms very good great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok for the price. Staff pretty disinterested and the room was clean if basic. Breakfast was really good as was the goat curry in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable night and excellent curry
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night in this lovely old inn in beautiful Lyddington. Had a wonderful meal, mine roast chicken my husband's sea bass curry both delicious and nicely served. Breakfast was ok and the room very comfortable with adequate tea/coffee/milk. We did keep waking in the night as the duvet was too warm but we were cold without it. we would recommend the hotel and would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Grzegorz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Would have given 5 stars if mattresses were better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vaughn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and exceptional dining menu
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Kamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice touches on the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service and room. Food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the area very much.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with everything you would need. Some noise from upstairs rooms due to squeaky floor boards but not a big issue. Breakfast was ok in quality, service was a little slow, especially when its pre booked for set times. Ample parking and a quiet environment make this hotel a different option to the bigger Corby locations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable room, friendly , helpful hosts. Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous little place to stay in a lovely village. Food was great and I enjoyed it a lot.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great night away

Great service- great food Fabulous staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice accommodation and pub/restaurant.

Very nice accommodation and pub/restaurant. Pleasant staff, easy check in, rooms nice and spacious. Very quiet location in a picturesque village, sampled both pubs. Lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pub was clean and tidy , the breakfast was very nice and the staff friendly …
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean and practical place to stay. No frills but good basic room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely delightful staff. Superb dining. Lovely buzzing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Lovely big room. Comfortable bed. Really quiet at night. Breakfast good both days, dinner was excellent. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very polite and helpful staff. Room a decent size and clean. Was not able to eat in the restaurant due to a gas failure but reputation is good. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good. Pleasant and polite service. Room was clean and spacious. Nothing wow but that was not expected anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was nice and clean. Quiet too. Bed not overly comfy but fine. No one around to check us in and not equipped for early check out. Restaurant was 5*. Quality and service was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The area is beautiful and there is a good parking area. The room was clean but the door and the window needed more maintenance as well as the property. Staff needs to be better trained in both service and language. They were kind but lacking in service skills.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025