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4- and 5-star hotels in Gainsborough
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star stays in Gainsborough, from a riverside inn on the High Street to a 5-star countryside house. It is for visitors who want a rated room and free parking while exploring this Lincolnshire market town.
Staying in Gainsborough
Gainsborough is a Lincolnshire market town on the River Trent, known for its medieval manor and its connections to the Mayflower story. Visitors come for the old streets, the riverside and the open countryside that begins just outside the town.
These hotels sit in and around Gainsborough. The Black Horse Inn and Black Swan Guest House are both on High Street and The White Swan is on The Green, in the town itself. Stonegarth is on Church Lane, while Thonock lane lodge, Cleatham Hall, Forge Cottage, Barn End and The Pump House Art Studio lie in the surrounding villages. The mix suits couples after a quiet weekend, families and guests travelling with pets, and anyone who wants free parking and easy road access rather than a city-centre location.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Stonegarth
Church Lane_X000d_ _X000d_ _X000d_, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star house on Church Lane in Gainsborough, Stonegarth suits families and pet owners who want space to settle in. A full kitchen with dishwasher and a garden give longer stays a practical, homely rhythm, and cots are available for younger guests. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and the whole property is non smoking.
See StonegarthThe Black Horse Inn
93 High Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereRated 4.5 out of 5 from 712 reviews, The Black Horse Inn is a 4-star base on High Street with a restaurant and bar on site, so dinner needs no journey. Air conditioning and free wifi cover the essentials, and free car parking removes any arrival worries. Pets are allowed, which makes it a straightforward choice for guests travelling with a dog. Couples and business visitors alike will find it convenient.
See The Black Horse InnThe White Swan
9 The Green, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWith 4.4 out of 5 from 897 reviews, The White Swan is a 4-star address on The Green that pairs a restaurant and bar with free wifi and free car parking. Bathrooms come with a bath and hairdryer, and laundry service plus a safe add convenience for longer visits. Rooms are non smoking. It suits guests who want eating and drinking under the same roof.
See The White SwanBlack Swan Guest House
21 High Street, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBlack Swan Guest House is a 4-star property on High Street with a kitchenette in the room, including a microwave, refrigerator, oven and toaster, so self-catering is easy. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and pets are welcome. Wheelchair accessible facilities and housekeeping support guests who need them. A good fit for budget-conscious travellers who prefer cooking for themselves over eating out.
See Black Swan Guest HouseThonock lane lodge
3 Laundry Cottage Thonock Road Thonock, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThonock lane lodge is a 4-star retreat beside a lake, with a garden, terrace and patio for time outdoors. A kitchen with dishwasher and oven, plus a fireplace, make it comfortable for families and groups on longer stays. Free wifi and free car parking are included, cots are available, and golf course and horse back riding are among the activities on offer. Smoking areas are provided.
See Thonock lane lodgeCleatham Hall
Cleatham Hall, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereCleatham Hall is a 4-star country house with a restaurant, bar and lounge, breakfast and dinner served, and special diets catered for. A garden and terrace extend the living space, and rooms come with bathrobes. Family rooms, free wifi, free car parking and wheelchair accessible facilities cover practical needs, while laundry service and housekeeping help longer stays run smoothly.
See Cleatham HallForge Cottage
22 Church Street Hemswell, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereForge Cottage is a 4-star self-catering option on Church Street with a kitchen that includes a microwave, oven, refrigerator and toaster, plus a washing machine. A fireplace and garden give it a warm, domestic feel, and cots and high chairs are on hand for families. Pets are allowed and free car parking is available, with golf course and fishing nearby for days out.
See Forge CottageBarn End
Manor Farm Stables Broxholme, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBarn End is a 4-star property at Manor Farm Stables with a garden and the practical essentials: free wifi and free car parking. Its appeal lies in simplicity and quiet, suiting guests who want a calm base with the amenities they need and nothing more.
See Barn EndThe Pump House Art Studio
Pump House Soss Lane Misterton, Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Pump House Art Studio is a 4-star self-catering base on Soss Lane with a kitchen featuring a dishwasher, microwave, oven, refrigerator and toaster, plus a washing machine. A garden offers outdoor space, and free car parking is included. Golf course and fishing are available nearby. It works well for guests who want to cook and settle in at their own pace.
See The Pump House Art Studio
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegarth | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| The Black Horse Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| The White Swan | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Black Swan Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Thonock lane lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Cleatham Hall | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Forge Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Barn End | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| The Pump House Art Studio | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For pet owners
Stonegarth, The Black Horse Inn, Black Swan Guest House and Forge Cottage all state that pets are allowed. Forge Cottage adds a private garden with parking, and Black Swan Guest House has a kitchenette. The Black Horse Inn is also the highest-rated of the four, at 4.5 out of 5 from 712 reviews.
Stonegarth · The Black Horse Inn · Black Swan Guest House · Forge Cottage
For dining on site
The Black Horse Inn and The White Swan both have a restaurant and a bar, so dinner needs no drive. Cleatham Hall also has a restaurant, plus a bar, breakfast and dinner, a lounge and a terrace. The White Swan is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 897 reviews and The Black Horse Inn 4.5 from 712.
For families
Family rooms are listed at Thonock lane lodge and Cleatham Hall, and both provide cots; Cleatham Hall is wheelchair accessible. Forge Cottage offers high chairs plus a kitchen, oven and microwave. Thonock lane lodge adds a garden, patio and terrace for children to use.
For self-catering
Stonegarth, Black Swan Guest House, Thonock lane lodge, Forge Cottage and The Pump House Art Studio all have kitchens. All five include an oven, and all except Stonegarth add a microwave and refrigerator. Washing machines are listed at Forge Cottage and The Pump House Art Studio.
Stonegarth · Black Swan Guest House · Thonock lane lodge · Forge Cottage · The Pump House Art Studio
Where to stay in Gainsborough
High Street
Both keep you in the town and both include free car parking, a restaurant or kitchen, and rooms that take pets. The Black Horse Inn is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 712 reviews.
Our picks here: The Black Horse Inn · Black Swan Guest House
The Green
The White Swan sits at 9 The Green in Gainsborough, one of the town addresses on this list. It is a 4-star property rated 4.4 out of 5 from 897 reviews, with a restaurant and a bar, free car parking and non smoking rooms. Soap, towels and a hairdryer are provided.
Our picks here: The White Swan
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has the highest guest rating?
The Black Horse Inn is the top-rated, at 4.5 out of 5 from 712 reviews. The White Swan follows at 4.4 out of 5 from 897 reviews. The other properties on the list have no guest rating in the data shown here, so compare them on facilities and location instead.
Do the hotels offer free parking?
All 9 hotels on this list state free car parking, including Stonegarth, which also lists a garage. Parking is also listed as a separate facility at The Black Horse Inn, The White Swan, Black Swan Guest House, Thonock lane lodge, Cleatham Hall, Forge Cottage, Barn End and The Pump House Art Studio.
Can I bring a pet?
Four properties state that pets are allowed: Stonegarth, The Black Horse Inn, Black Swan Guest House and Forge Cottage. Forge Cottage has a garden as well. The other hotels on the list do not list pets among their facilities, so check before booking if you plan to travel with an animal.
Which hotels have a restaurant or bar?
The Black Horse Inn and The White Swan each have a restaurant and a bar. Cleatham Hall has a restaurant and a bar and also lists breakfast, dinner, special diets and a lounge. No other property on the list lists a restaurant or bar, though several have kitchens.
Which hotels are best for families?
Thonock lane lodge and Cleatham Hall both list family rooms and cots, and Cleatham Hall is wheelchair accessible. Forge Cottage provides high chairs and a full kitchen, and Thonock lane lodge adds a garden, patio and terrace, which suits children who need space to run about.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Gainsborough?
The Black Horse Inn at 93 High Street and Black Swan Guest House at 21 High Street both have town-centre addresses, and The White Swan is at 9 The Green.
Which hotels have a kitchen for self-catering?
Stonegarth, Black Swan Guest House, Thonock lane lodge, Forge Cottage and The Pump House Art Studio all list a kitchen. Each includes an oven, and all except Stonegarth also list a microwave and a refrigerator. Forge Cottage and The Pump House Art Studio add a washing machine.
Are there spa or pool facilities in these Gainsborough hotels?
No. None of the 9 properties on this list states a pool or a spa among its facilities. Guests looking for those should instead compare the restaurants, bars, gardens and self-catering kitchens on offer here.