“A separate lounge area away from dining would be nice. Somewhere to sit and relax after eating. ”

“Lovely location. Never been to that part of the country before. Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent Breakfast.”

“The location is fantastic, right at the side of the lake. The staff were welcoming and friendly and although we didn't eat there, the food when we arrived smelled delicious! The room was clean and comfortable. I was a bit surprised there was no shower, but having a bath in the morning felt like a luxury. I'd happily recommend and would visit again.”

“Delicious breakfast-lots of choice and beautifully presented. 5 of us stayed in a family room that was spacious and ideal for our short break.”

“Great place to stay as about 3 miles to Leek as in a lovely village location and the hotel was very clean and tidy the dinner in the hotel was all home made and very hot and well worth eating here. The breakfast was great as Emily who worked there was so helpful and also the other members of staff.”

“We totally enjoyed our stay. Staff were lovely and Lily, who showed us to the room was a star! ”

“The setting was lovely with a walk around the lake a must. The staff were very friendly and the food exceeded expectations. The Whirlpool bath and the comfy bed were welcome in the bedroom.”

“We liked the breakfast times which meant was a more relaxing meal than in other hotels! Also quite different breakfast choices, including tasty Staffordshire Oatcakes with various fillings...we loved the bacon, mushrooms, cheese & onion fillings - VERY tasty indeed!! Housekeepers were very pleasant & friendly & gave us the use of iron & ironing board to iron clothes for wedding! Love the setting of the hotel, with the walk around the lake etc!”

“A pretty hotel in a location we didn't get the chance to explore, but would if we came again. Lovely staff who all seemed to want to help. Small requests were met quickly and helpfully. The family room was a good size for 5 people - one bunk bed, a single and a king, with a reasonable size bathroom and plenty of space to move around in the room. The kids found their beds very comfy. There was a wedding on, and there was a very loud disco running when we came back to the hotel in the evening. We were a bit concerned about the noise, but were astonished to find we could not hear it at all in our room - clearly some very good sound proofing! Breakfast was excellent - a good choice and large portions. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Plus the tea and coffee were very good too. We didn't eat dinner here, but would definitely try it if we came again as based on breakfast we would expect it to be good!”

“Our second overnighter at the Rudyard; the walking around this part of Staffordshire is lovely and the hotel is right on the lake. The staff are excellent; always friendly and helpful, and the location is perfect. We parked early in the day as we planned to walk the rest of the Staffordshire Way - the £3.00 charge is redeemed if you spend at the hotel. Breakfast is excellent with many choices including Eggs Benedict and Pancakes, and if you're staying with them, (it's open to the public for breakfast) you can have a mix of pretty much anything. No cereals or fresh fruit but everything else makes up for it, and it's served until midday. There's also a cafe on the lake with nice cakes and sandwiches. Take a walk around the lake (about 6 miles) and spot the lovely houses. Churnet Valley, Staffie Way, Gritstone Trail etc on your doorstep. A smashing stay.”