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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Dragon Willington in Willington offers spacious rooms with private bathrooms. Guests appreciate the room comfort and size, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: The inn features a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a business area, meeting rooms, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British, local, and barbecue grill cuisines. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are available. Prime Location: Located 16 km from East Midlands Airport and close to attractions such as Donington Park and Alton Towers. Boating and cycling activities are nearby.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Russell
United Kingdom
“Great location , nice walks to be had along the canal, food in the restaurant both dinner & breakfast was exceptional. Staff were all super friendly. Room was clean & tidy. We have rebooked to visit again in april.” - Ernie
United Kingdom
“It’s a pub with rooms in adjacent houses. Convenient for the purpose of our visit.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“Ideal location for visiting National memorial arboretum. Room was very comfortable and food served in the pub was superb.” - Ward
United Kingdom
“Staff really helpful, unable to read and write and staff took the time to read menus without any fuss.” - Jon
United Kingdom
“Lovely pub with nice modern and clean accommodation.” - Sophie
United Kingdom
“Room was lovely, staff really friendly and welcoming.” - Joanna
United Kingdom
“Newly refurbished, and lovely feel to the place. Accommodation was great. Restaurant and food superb. Chef amazing with food intolerances - nothing was too much trouble.” - Christopher
United Kingdom
“It’s just a perfect place to stay if you want a lovely walk along the canal - up or down either way is perfect. Great restaurant/food and service. Room was perfect with lovely view of canal. Thanks for a great stay 👍” - Katy
United Kingdom
“Clean and comfortable. Great location. Good breakfast by the canal.” - Kevin
United Kingdom
“The bed was so comfortable, the room excellent, the staff welcoming and informative and the breakfast was superb. We would have stayed for Sunday lunch but as a chef who usually cooks 200+ Sunday lunches every week, it would have been a busman's...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- The Dragon in Willington
- CuisineBritish • Local • Grill/BBQ
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
A damage deposit of £83 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.