Frequently Asked Questions
Need help or want to find out more about your stay? You should find all the information you need here, but if there’s anything else, please get in touch.
General FAQs
We have a brochure which we can mail upon request or alternatively you can view it HERE.
Adam Worthington
General Manager
Hart’s Nottingham
Standard Hill
Park Row
Nottingham
NG1 6GN
Telephone: 0115 988 1900
Email: reception@hartshotel.co.uk
Your room will be ready for you from 3pm on the day you’re due to arrive. Early check-in can be requested but not guaranteed.
Reception is staffed 24/7, so you are free to check-in at any time of day. Please let reception know if you will be arriving after 11pm as the doors may be locked for security reasons.
Check out is by 12 noon on your agreed departure date. Late check out can be requested but not guaranteed.
The front door of the hotel is locked between 11pm and 7am. Your room key will open the front door of the hotel, the car park barrier and the door in from the car park. If for any reason it fails, the doorbell will summon the Night Manager.
Dogs are welcome in the hotel, please read our policy HERE.
We do not permit smoking in the hotel. We do have smoking areas in the garden and courtyard.
The first thing to do is speak to one of our team, who’ll be happy to put things right for you. Our friendly reception team are on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
We have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. Please view our accessibility statement HERE.
If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception for easy access.
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Nottingham based, Julian Marsh, the four-time winner of the Royal Institute of British Architects Award is responsible for the unique design of Hart’s Hotel. The hotel is a striking modern building situated on part of the old ramparts of Nottingham’s medieval castle. The build won a RIBA design award.
There is no official dress code in either the hotel or the restaurant. We want you to feel completely at home.
We are able to store your luggage at Reception.
We provide a small exercise room and we have a squash and tennis club located within walking distance of the hotel. We may be able to offer day passes for local gymnasiums with more facilities. Please ask at Reception for details.
We can provide hairdressing and beauty treatments with a prior booking at various city centre locations within walking distance from the hotel. Please call Reception in advance to discuss your requirements and we will happily assist.
We have maps of the city centre at Reception. If you would like to organise a tour guide we can easily organise that for you.
The garden is for residents only except for when we have special events. No drinks in the garden are permitted after 9.30pm in order to respect the privacy of guests in the Garden Rooms.
Making a booking
When you make a booking you’ll be given a booking reference; we’ll include this reference in your confirmation email too.
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Please call our team on 0115 988 1900 to make your booking.
Your credit card, debit card details provided at the time of booking guarantees your booking.
Our rates are per room, per night. They include VAT. Meals are not included in the room price unless stated. When you book, we’ll give you a total price for the rooms and number of nights you’ve requested.
We’ll need your card details to guarantee your booking. But don’t worry – all details are stored securely and we won’t charge you for cancellations providing they’re made 24 hours before you’re due to arrive. Please note: we normally only ask for your payment card details so that we can guarantee your booking, you will be asked to pay for your stay on departure and may pay with a different card if you wish.
Upon check-in you will be asked for your card that you will be intending to pay with for a pre-authorisation of the room rate plus £50 for extras (£100 per night for incidentals on a cash basis).
Yes, this is a secure site, so all the details you enter as part of your booking are stored safely. You’ll see that this site uses a secure server and a high level of encryption.
We accept the following methods of payment:
Visa, American Express, Mastercard
A credit or debit card is taken only to guarantee the booking. If you wish to pay in advance you must request a third party payment form.
Yes, this can be organised with reception upon check-in and the final invoice will be emailed after departure.
You will be provided with a receipt upon check out and a copy of the invoice will be emailed once payment has been made.
We can issue you with another receipt. Please contact reception directly and we will email a copy immediately.
A credit or debit card is required to secure your reservation. There will be no cancellation charge if a booking is cancelled before 3pm, the day prior to your date of arrival. If the booking is cancelled later, or in the case of a no-show, we reserve the right to charge the full amount. For groups of 5-8 rooms we require 7 days’ notice of cancellation and more than 8 rooms we require 14 days’ notice of cancellation.
This can take up to 5 days depending on your bank.
Our Housekeeping team is here from early morning until 3pm and all rooms will be serviced. If we have not serviced your room while you have been out and you have left your ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign on the door we will happily come back and do it. Please inform the Reception and we will sort this for you.
If you would like to amend an existing booking, give us a call on 0115 988 1900 quoting your booking reference and we will be happy to help you.
Enter your request in the special request section on the website and we will ensure you are allocated a twin room. Alternatively, please give our reception team a call directly on 0115 988 1900.
You are guaranteed the best available rate when you book direct. Take a look at our online special offers for some great packages which offer savings.
Our rates are per room, per night. They include VAT. Meals are not included in the room price unless stated.
Hanging your ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign outside your door will stop us disturbing you, unless you have ordered Room Service. If you wish to put a hold on any telephone calls for a while just tell Reception and we will take messages for you.
If you wish to extend your stay with us, please contact Reception before midday and they will inform you if there is availability to extend your stay.
Follow the link HERE for directions or call us direct and we will be happy to help.
Please enter ‘Park Row’ on your sat nav in the find street facility. Hart’s is located at the top of Park Row, through the black iron gates on the left-hand side. (If entering a postcode please use NG1 6GN, however, the street name ‘Park Row’ is generally more accurate).
We have a private car park with limited spaces available for hotel guests on a first come first serve basis, charged at £10.95 per night.
Alternatively discounted parking passes are available from reception for the NCP car park on St James Street charged at £10.95 for 24 hours.
We have 2 parking bays with EV charge points designated to electric vehicles, available on a first come first serve basis.
For five rooms or more call our Reception Manager Melissa Willis on 0115 988 1900 or drop her an email at reception@hartshotel.co.uk.
Bookings of five – eight rooms are subject to our group booking terms and conditions. 7 days prior to arrival date. Nine rooms and above require 14 days cancellation without charge.
We do not permit groups in the hotel that will disrupt the peace for our guests.
Absolutely, please contact our Reception Manager directly on 0115 988 1900 or email reception@hartshotel.co.uk.
This is permitted.
Our Rooms
Every room features an en-suite bathroom, super-comfy king-size or super-king bed with duvet, remote control TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and desk area. See our full list of features HERE.
We offer 24-hour room service. Please view the menu HERE. Please note it is subject to change.
Each room has a fully stocked minibar and you will find the price list in your room. The minibar is an honesty bar, any items found to be consumed after departure will be charged for.
We happily offer you coffee and tea in your room with our compliments. You will find fresh milk in your minibar. If you do not like the choices on offer, please tell us and we will do all we can to change it. If you do not want to make it yourself just call Room Service and we will bring it to you!
There are four coat hangers in the wardrobe, if you require more please call reception.
We do not have air conditioning in bedrooms, but all rooms are equipped with effective cooling fans.
Many city centre hotels have effective air conditioning, mostly due to the fact that it’s impossible to open any windows because the amount of pollution from noise and air borne dirt. One of our great benefits is that it is possible to open your bedroom window and enjoy fresh air, because of our unique location. Additional ventilation is available by turning the summer vent on by the switch beside the entrance.
If you would like to borrow one during your stay, please ask at Reception.
If you need another pillow, more towels, or an extra blanket these are available upon request from our Housekeeping department.
These are available from our Reception team on request. If you need a defined crease on your trousers for the morning, just call Reception and ask for a portable trouser press to be brought to your room.
You will find a hairdryer next to the safe.
All rooms are fitted with a safe. If you need to store larger items these can be kept in the hotel main safe.
We can arrange for items of clothing to be dry cleaned with a local company. Items given to Reception by 9am will be returned by 3pm the same day. Same day delivery is unfortunately not available at weekends and bank holidays.
Plugs in the UK are 3-pronged and run at 220-240V. Worldwide travel adaptors and chargers are available at reception. We ask those guests that have travelled from America to request a ‘Voltage Converter’ before using any appliances.
We have Freeview TVs installed as well as Sky Sports.
All rooms are fitted with telephones. We can give you your own telephone number if you prefer to receive all your calls direct to your bedroom or suite. Please ask Reception for the number.
We operate a non-smoking policy in all bedrooms.
Yes, we offer interconnecting rooms. You will need to contact us directly to see if we have these rooms available to book. For more information about these rooms, give us a call on 0115 988 1900.
Our family room can accommodate a family of up to two adults and two children (aged 15 and under). For larger families we also have interconnecting rooms subject to availability.
We can provide cots and additional beds at additional charges.
Food & Beverage
Continental Breakfast is £12 and Full Buffet Breakfast is £17 per person.
Breakfast in served in Hart’s Kitchen. You are welcome to enjoy breakfast in your room a £3.50 tray charge per tray will be applied to you bill.
Our breakfast is available Monday to Friday 7am-9.30am and 7.30am-10am Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.
You can view the menu HERE. If you have special dietary requirements, please advise reception in advance.
We welcome well-behaved children in Hart’s Kitchen. Little one’s can order from our children’s menu, which includes dishes such as our home-made pasta, chicken goujons, beef burger as well as a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches. We also cater for special requests, so please give us a call in advance to discuss options available for fussy eaters.
We do ask that you are mindful of the other diners in the restaurant. To show consideration to other guests we ask parents to ensure their children remain seated and well-behaved throughout the course of their meal, whether that is for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Baby changing facilities and high-chairs are available.
For any special requests, please do speak to the Restaurant Manager in advance who will be happy to help.
24-hour Room Service is available. Click HERE to find out more.
We have a hotel bar serving fine wines and an extensive drinks menu.
Lunch and dinner will be served in Hart’s Kitchen. Please see below the restaurant opening hours.
Monday to Thursday 7am to 9.30pm, Friday 7am to 10pm, Saturday 7.30am to 10pm, Sunday 7.30am to 9pm
Afternoon Tea is available Monday to Saturday 3pm until 4.30pm and must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance. Find out more HERE.
Please advise the team if you have any food allergies and let us know in advance if you have any special requests.
Restaurant
Hart’s aims to provide a thoroughly professional blend of skilled service and modern British cooking in a stylish and comfortable interior with emphasis on simple but fantastic, fresh ingredients. Head chef Martin Sludds uses top quality ingredients, often locally sourced in simple striking combinations.
Recent awards and accolades include the following;
- 2 AA rosettes for culinary excellence
- Finalist for the Taste of Nottinghamshire Award
- Recommended by Michelin Guide 2019
- Mentioned in the Good Food Guide 2019
- Hotel Restaurant of the Year – Midlands in the Food Awards 2018
- Nottingham Cocktail Week – Best Cocktail
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Diners can complete a feedback card which is presented with the bill.
We’d also be grateful if you would leave us a review on TripAdvisor about your dining experience: https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/UserReview
Diners can also send us their feedback using our online feedback form.
Our dress code is smart-casual. Vests and flip-flops are regarded as inappropriate attire.
Our restaurant is on the ground level and fully accessible.
Table reservations can be made online HERE. Alternatively, please call us on 0115 988 1900 or email reception@hartshotel.co.uk.
We do, although please be aware that weekends are generally our busy period so we would suggest you ring in advance.
The maximum table size is for six people. We are happy to work with larger groups but we will split the tables although keeping you together in the same section of the restaurant where possible.
- Monday to Thursday 7am – 9.30pm
- Friday 7am – 10pm
- Saturday 7.30am – 10pm
- Sunday 7.30am – 9pm
We can seat 20 diners with an additional nine covers in the bar area for snacks or drinks.
We do offer set menus, these can vary by season.
Yes, we have options for vegetarians and other dietary requirements. Our chefs are also happy to cook you a bespoke dish according to your specific needs depending on ingredients available. Please let us know in advance. Read more HERE
Of course – find out more HERE
If you have reserved a table, we will hold your table for up to 15 minutes before you arrive. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold a table for any longer, as we do get extremely busy at times and it would be unfair on other customers. We will try our best to accommodate you and provide an alternative table as soon as we can, but please understand that this may not always be easy. If you or your guests are running late, please inform the receptionist so that alternative arrangements can be made to accommodate your guests as soon as they arrive.
Please call 0115 988 1900 or email reception@hartshotel.co.uk
We offer free wi-fi for all our guests. Remember to follow-us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
We no longer hold a license for wedding ceremonies.
We do not offer a corkage service.
Our breakfast is available Monday to Friday 7am-9.30am and 7.30am-10am Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays. It is open to hotel guests only. Non-hotel guests are welcome to join us for Brunch – view details HERE
Of course. The service charge is discretionary.
We accept all major credit cards, including debit cards with Visa or Mastercard logos.
Visit our Careers page HERE
We serve a fabulous Sunday menu – find out more HERE
We no longer have a private dining room.
Gift vouchers are available to purchase online.
We do not offer such discounts.
We have a non-smoking policy throughout including e-cigarettes.
As we have limited spaces in our onsite car park it is only available for hotel guests on a first come first serve basis. Unfortunately we are unable to reserve car parking spaces for restaurant guests.
You will find plenty of on-street parking or NCP Mount Street and St. James Street Car Parks are located only 5 minutes walk away.
Certainly – we have a bar with an extensive drinks and cocktail menu.
We do allow Assistance Dogs in the restaurant.
This depends on the time of year – please call the Restaurant Manager to discuss.
Please advise on booking any food intolerances so we can ensure you dine with confidence.
We’re sorry to hear that. Please do let us know if anything wasn’t quite right and we will do our best to sort it out. In the first instance, you should speak to the Restaurant Manager. If you feel you haven’t been heard, feel free to contact the general manager Adam Worthington on 0115 9881900.
Please call 0115 988 1900 to provide your card details. Your card will not be charged unless you fail to cancel your booking or to inform the restaurant of the reduced number in attendees 24 hours prior to the reservation. If this situation occurs, we reserve the right to charge your card £10 per person for ‘no show’. If you are booking over the phone for groups of 7 or more, you will be asked to provide credit/debit card details; without those details we will not be able to secure your reservation.
We serve Afternoon Tea Monday to Saturday 3 until 4.30pm. View all the details HERE
We have a wonderful array of fine wines and our team will happily pair your wine with your meal.
Please send all requests to head office Hambleton Holdings PLC – email fay@hambleton.co.uk
Please contact our Marketing Manager Emma Marriott on 0115 988 1900 or marketing@hartsnottingham.co.uk
We do our best to ensure your visit is a memorable one and are happy to arrange Champagne on arrival if required. We are happy to discuss any other special requirements you may have.
We can provide details of local taxi companies.