Village Hotel Nottingham

Best first-time experience at a...

Liked: Let me start off by saying, Village Hotel (Chilwell) was my first stay at a hotel. I was not sure what to expect, and I was pleasantly surprised. The staff members are incredible, responsive, friendly, and kind. The hotel itself is neat, and the Starbucks, pub, and gym an added bonus. I opted for the club room option, with the free breakfast.The room: Large, clean, and the bed absolutely heavenly. The bathroom is spacious as well, though I found the shower slightly impractical, but great after a long day of Download aka Dustload 2025 sun, and dirt. While a fan was provided, the room I was assigned was immensely hot. The window could not be opened at night, due to the amount of spiders outside the window— this may be a me-thing. Apart from that, the room overlooked the swimming pool area, and the early morning classes will wake you if you are a light sleeper, so request a room not overlooking the pool/gym side. I'm a newbie, hence I didn't think to request this before my stay. I will say it again, THE BED IS HEAVENLY.Breakfast: Baked goods, breads, a warm breakfast, or fruits, yoghurts, and bottomless coffee. Definitely add this to your stay, as it is worthwhile for the small extra.Gym/Pool: I didn't use the pool, and stopped by the gym only once during my stay. It gets busy. If you are looking to unwind in an unpacked space, instructors will happily tell you when the quieter hours are.Pub: Try the fish, and chips. It is worth it.Lastly, while it is considered further out, and seems to be one of the last places booked during Download weekend. I want to assure anyone reading this looking for accommodation that it is not only affordable, but ideal. The bus-stop is a short 5-minute walk from the hotel, and at night you catch the same bus from the shuttle/bus pick-up zone. Enjoy a restful sleep, and hot shower at The Village Hotel, before you brave the dust and/or rain.I will definitely rebook at The Village Hotel.
Disliked: Small suggestion, while cleaning services are offered, something like a toilet brush to be used by the guest if/when needed would be a lovely touch. As well as increasing the toilet tissue/essentials to match the length/duration of the guest's stay.

Exceptional

Good

Liked: Right near to the left.. On the 2 floor I could see out side the front to big windows I sleep really well in that room.. Shower was a lot better then most of the rooms I have stayed in... I like the staff very happy to helpWhere they can.. I have stayed here quite a few times and easy for shopping, swimming pool very nice and lovely too, good car parking as well too,
Disliked: There's nothing to say..Thank you

Hit and Miss

Liked: The rooms were adequate and well appointed A/C would certainly improve instead of a pretty ineffective fan
Disliked: The evening food, both the options and quality of cooking (overcooked) the breakfasts were good and choices adequate.

Conveniently located with great pool...

Liked: Convenient location, great value for money with access to fabulous pool and sports facilities.
Disliked: No AC

Very good

Exceptional

Almost perfect

Liked: Easy to park - warm welcome - food was good - swimming pool was lovely
Disliked: The TV was not a smart - so I had to watch Love Island on an iPhone - a chrome cast would have worked.

Exceptional