This Grade II listed, 15th-century manor house offers four-star, luxury rooms and award-winning dining in an beautiful location by the Worcestershire and Staffordshire canal. The hotel Restaurant features 2 AA rosettes and offers a wide variety of menus including an á la carte and lunch menu. Guests can also enjoy the countryside and canal views from the bright and airy conservatory. The Moat House also includes the warm, informal Brasserie Bar, with 14th-century beams and decoration, log fires, and lakeside picnic tables. Rooms at The Moat House include luxury furnishing, private private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Guests are also provided with TVs, hairdryers, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Moat House is located in the rural village of Acton Trussell. The town of Stafford and Stafford Rail Station are just 10 minutes’ drive away, while Stafford Castle and the M6 motorway are only 10 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Stafford
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kerr
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast good and location excellent for our onward journey south
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was 1st class, a big thank you to Tommy, for being so friendly and helping with our directions to get to out destination . Also the reception staff, trying help us when the disable parking had been taken over by none blue badge holders,...
  • Briony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was exceptionally clean and comfortable. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We were there to celebrate my parents 80th birthday, and we had a wonderful time. The food in the Orangery restaurant was very high quality, and we all...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Moat House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The Moat House's award-winning Conservatory restaurant is also open for nonresidents, therefore advance reservations are essential for Friday and Saturday nights.

A discounted menu is available Monday - Friday for residents of The Moat House.

An 'Early Doors' menu is served Sunday - Friday from 18:30 - 19:45.

Please note the restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings. Bar food is available.

FAQs about The Moat House

  • Room options at The Moat House include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • The Moat House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The Moat House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at The Moat House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Moat House is 3.1 miles from the center of Stafford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Moat House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at The Moat House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free